Instead of asking four different Houstonians about their favorite bbq spot, head to The Pit Room in Montrose for all the classics.

Head to Huynh, which is just east of downtown, for a lunch of Vietnamese classics like pho, vermicelli bowls, and banh cuon.

The Classic - All Day is, as its name suggests, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and serves comfort foods near Rice Military.

La Guadalupana is where to go in Montrose for homestyle Mexican food, including breakfast all-day.

Cafe TH in East Downtown serves all of the Vietnamese classics, along with lots of vegetarian and vegan options.

Laredo Taqueria off Washington Ave. is where you should go for tacos, regardless of the time of day.

Killen's Barbecue in Pearland serves the best barbecue in the Houston-area and is especially known for their smoked brisket.

State of Grace is where to go in River Oaks for oysters, wine, and elevated hill country classics.

Pepper Twins in Montrose serves Szechuan Chinese food, including dumplings and their famous Pepper Twins Chicken.

Cuchara in Midtown is where to go for really good Mexican brunch food and a great patio.