Brasserie 19

If you’re not in the mood for an activity that requires a lot of effort, the people watching at Brasserie 19, a classic French bistro in River Oaks, never disappoints. Everyone dining there wants to be seen, or at least be part of the scene, so get cozy on the patio, or settle in on the plush seating inside. Share a plateaux de fruits de mer (or at least some oysters), a delicate beef tartare, and maybe some boeuf bourguignon. If you are lucky enough to snag a patio table facing Brasserie 19’s fabled entrance, you’ll get to enjoy the scene from the first row.