Houston Restaurant Weeks Returns on Hurricane Beryl Mission — Why This Discounted Dining Deal Is More Vital Than Ever

IIt’s almost that time of year when we eat out again, and that’s Houston Restaurant Weeks. That’s because as temperatures continue to rise (with brief dips), prices at some of Houston’s best restaurants are starting to drop for a short while, with multi-course prix fixe menus for brunch ($25), lunch ($25), and dinner ($39 to $55) all available. A portion of the proceeds from each meal goes to the Houston Food Bank.

From August 1st to September 2nd, 400 restaurants are expected to participate in this delicious tradition that is also the largest annual fundraiser for the Houston Food Bank. With the devastating effects of Derecho and Hurricane Beryl still lingering for so many, the Houston Food Bank is more vital than ever, bridging the gap for those living with food insecurity.

As Houston Restaurant Weeks celebrates its 21st anniversary, Katie Stone is taking up the torch passed down from her late mother Cleverly Stone, the namesake of the Cleverly Stone Foundation, who started this remarkable event that has raised more than $21 million over the years. What does that mean in practical terms? Every dollar raised can be turned into three meals, which equates to more than 63 million meals for those in need.

This year, you’ll find restaurants that have been participating since the very beginning and new entrants excited to be a part of something so vital to Houston. Look for 51fifteen, B&B Butchers, Backstreet Cafe, Bistro Menil, Brasserie du Parc, Brennan’s of Houston, Cafe Benedicte, The Original Carrabba’s, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse, Eddie V’s, Étoile Cuisine et Bar, Fadi’s, Federal American Grill, Hugo’s, Joyce’s Seafood and Steaks, La Griglia, Le Colonial, Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, Lucille’s, MAD Houston, Maison Pucha, Merlion, Pappas Bros Steakhouse, Patagonia Grill & Cafe, Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, Rainbow Lodge, Seasons 52, Thai Cottage, The Capital Grille, Toro Toro, Trattoria Sofia, and Travelers Table.

Katie Stone is also excited to welcome new restaurants to the Houston Restaurant Weeks family, including 1891 American Eatery & Bar, a’Bouzy, Auden, The Audrey Restaurant & Bar, BCN Taste & Tradition, Belly of the Beast, Bludorn, Candelari’s Italiano, Cocody Restaurant & Bar, Cultivated F+B, Dante Vini e Cucina Italiana, Enoteca Rossa, HiWay Cantina, Federal American Grill Downtown, KP’s Kitchen in Bellaire, Le Jardinier, MaKiin, Mutiny Wine Room, Navy Blue, Pondicheri Cafe, Porta’Vino in The Woodlands, RAKKAN Ramen Galleria & Westchase, Zanti Cucina Italiana and many more.

“Houston Restaurant Weeks has been generating revenue for the restaurant community and associated businesses for 21 years,” said Katie Stone. “After the recent natural disasters, Derecho and Hurricane Beryl, there is an even greater need to dine out and do good. Our area’s restaurants, businesses and families’ lives have been upended.”

“Revenue and revenue have been lost for many. Houston Restaurant Weeks will make a vital contribution to restaurants and our economy. I encourage everyone to visit their favorite spots and check out the new additions to this year’s list. Houston Strong.”

For more information and to preview menus from participating restaurants, visit here