When you want to meet friends for some light bites, share some appetizers. They're served at an array of local restaurants, and you can enjoy everything from potato skins to spinach artichoke dip. The best places for appetizers near our Houston Heights apartments include:

North Italia

At North Italia, the chefs share their passion for Italian cuisine. They make their delicious offerings from scratch, and their creations pair well with the restaurant's "tempting assortment of wines, beer, and house-made cocktails." The small plates are perfect for sharing. Choices include crispy eggplant Parmesan, shrimp scampi, and white truffle garlic bread. Reservations can easily be made online.

Mezza Grille

Serving New American fusion cuisine, the Mezza Grille is where friends gather to share a bite over a bottle of wine. The walls are spotted by the works of local artists, and diners can watch the cooks in the open kitchen. Appetizers include fried calamari, spinach artichoke dip, and a falafel platter. The restaurant is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The Grove

Offering a modern and elegant urban dining experience, The Grove is unlike any other restaurant in downtown Houston. It's nestled along the south end of Discovery Green, and provides stunning views throughout the year. The chefs grow herbs and produce on the rooftop garden. They turn the bounty into fresh, flavorful dishes, and you will always find something new to try. Appetizers include chargrilled wings, beet hummus, and blue corn crab cakes.

Before enjoying some appetizers, explore Houston's independent bookstores. You'll find everything from autobiographies to thrillers sure to keep you up all night. Finally, to call Lincoln Heights home, please contact us. Our leasing team will schedule a tour where you can see everything you can enjoy as a resident of our luxury apartments in Houston.