Off Stage & On Main Street: Main Street Theater of Houston

Off Stage & On Main Street: Main Street Theater of Houston

 Discover where to go and what to eat around Main Street Theater of Houston

  

Founded in 1975, Main Street Theater produces professional, engaging, literary plays for audiences of all ages. With innovative, compelling productions, the intimate playhouse has introduced more than a million children to the thrill of live performance. The theater challenges its audience to think and its artists to grow. 

 

Main Street Theater 

2540 Times Blvd.

Houston, Texas 77005

https://mainstreettheater.com

(713) 524-6706

 

Top 5 nearby restaurants


Sixty Vines

 

Inspired by California Wine Country, Sixty Vines is cultivating a new attitude about wine culture. The New American restaurant prepares fresh, seasonal cuisine and serves each dish with a perfectly complementary wine selection. 

 

Sixty Vines

2540 University Blvd.

Houston, TX 77005

https://www.sixtyvines.com 

(281) 800-8808

 


Cyclone Anaya’s

 

Houston’s original Tex-Mex familia since 1966, Cyclone Anaya’s is a favorite destination for the best margaritas in town. With scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, tender and flavorful fajitas, and more delights, the restaurant has helped define a world-famous regional cuisine.

 

Cyclone Anaya’s

5214 Morningside Drive

Houston, TX 77005

https://www.cycloneanaya.com/locations/rice-village 

(713) 523-3600

 


Zoës Kitchen

 

Known for its fresh-made Mediterranean cuisine, Zoës Kitchen offers classics like spinach feta rollups and kabobs, as well as brand new items like avocado lentil salad and modern Greek salad. The restaurant embraces simple food made from natural ingredients and a core belief that food should be shared with friends and family around the table.

 

Zoës Kitchen

5215 Kelvin Drive

Houston, TX 77005

https://zoeskitchen.com/locations/store/tx/rice-village

(713) 528-2464

 


Hungry’s

 

Celebrating 45 years in the community, the family-friendly restaurant offers healthy comfort food in a modern environment. Hungry’s is a contemporary neighborhood gathering spot that features an exclusive light bites menu, including wood-fired pizza, handcrafted cocktails, brunch favorites, and vegan and gluten-free options. 

 

Hungry’s

2356 Rice Blvd.

Houston, TX 77005

https://hungryscafe.com/locations/rice-village 

(713) 523-8652

 


Café Rabelais

 

A French cafe in the heart of Houston, Café Rabelais serves casual French cuisine and offers wines from every region of France. The bistro is known for its top-notch service, extensive wine list, and classic French dishes.

 

Café Rabelais

2442 Times Blvd.

Houston, TX 77005 

https://www.caferabelais.com 

(713) 520-8841

 


Top 5 nearby attractions

 

Houston Museum of African American Culture

 

HMAAC is a cultural portal through which people share and converge histories and contemporary experiences that acknowledge and expand the African American experience. The nonprofit organization invites visitors of every race and background and inspires children of all ages through discovery-driven learning.

 

Houston Museum of African American Culture

4807 Caroline Street

Houston, TX 77004

https://hmaac.org 

(713) 526-1015

 


Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

 

Located on the western edge of Memorial Park, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and the opportunity to experience the natural world. This 155-acre nonprofit urban sanctuary provides education about the natural environment to people of all ages and is a haven for native plants and animals.

 

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

4501 Woodway Drive

Houston, TX 77024

https://houstonarboretum.org 

(713) 681-8433

 


XD Ride Adventure

 

XD Ride brings the thrill of a roller coaster and the 7D interactive simulation of a video game right up to you to create an exhilarating virtual reality experience for the whole family. State-of-the-art theatre combines stunning visual effects and sound technology, while creating the sensations of falling, jumping, and crashing in one exciting ride.

 

XD Ride Adventure - Houston Galleria

5085 Westheimer Road

Kiosk KL 26 (Next to Ice Skating Rink entrance)

Houston, TX 77056

https://xdrideco.com 

(832) 516-0553

 


Hermann Park

 

Thanks to the support of generous donors and a partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Hermann Park Conservancy can be dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of the park for generations to come. The park itself features an 18-hole golf course, a lush Japanese Garden, the Houston Zoo, the Kipp Aquarium, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the McGovern Centennial Gardens, picnic areas, walking paths, and lakeside recreation. 

 

Hermann Park Conservancy

6001 Fannin Street

Houston, TX 77030

https://www.hermannpark.org  

(832) 395-7100

 


Beer Can House

 

In 1968, John Milkovisch, a retired upholsterer for the Southern Pacific Railroad, began creating unique landscaping features on his property with thousands of marbles, rocks, and metal pieces. Next, he began siding his house with aluminum beer cans. Over the next 18 years, he adorned his house with approximately 50,000 cans in a monument to recycling. Guided tours of this large folk art installation are available year-round.

 

Beer Can House

222 Malone Street

Houston, TX 77007

https://www.orangeshow.org/visit-beer-can-house 

(713) 926-6368

 


Top 5 places to stay nearby

 

Hotel ZaZa Museum District

 

Situated in the heart of the vibrant museum district and the thriving downtown central business district, Hotel ZaZa Houston is an unexpected feast for the senses.

 

Hotel ZaZa Museum District

5701 Main Street

Houston, TX 77005

https://www.hotelzaza.com/houston  

(713) 526-1991

 


Modern B & B

Modern Bed and Breakfast is centrally located within Houston’s 610 loop and close to hotspots for business and pleasure.

 

Modern B & B

4003 Hazard Street

Houston, TX 77098

http://modernbb.com 

 (832) 279-6367

 


DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston

 

Found at the center of Houston’s Greenway Plaza, Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Houston’s free shuttle covers a three-mile radius. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, heated outdoor pool, and a warm DoubleTree cookie on arrival.

 

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza

6 E Greenway Plaza

Houston, TX 77046

 https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/hougwdt-doubletree-houston-greenway-plaza 

 (713) 629-1200

 


InterContinental Hotel Medical Center Houston

 

Revel in modern design paired with unrivaled hospitality in the heart of Houston, InterContinental Hotel Medical Center Houston is adjacent to the world’s largest medical center and provides easy access to the city’s top attractions.

 

InterContinental Hotel Medical Center Houston

6750 Main Street

Houston, TX 77030

 https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/us/en/houston/houit/hoteldetail 

 (713) 422-2779

 


JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria

 

Authentic and inspiring, JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria provides an enriching experience. The Uptown Houston hotel is situated across from the city’s premier mall and is within easy reach of other area attractions.

 

JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria

5150 Westheimer Road

Houston TX 77056

https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/houjw-jw-marriott-houston-by-the-galleria 

(713) 961-1500

  

ALSO: Less than an hour outside the city center is the Black Cowboy Museum. See our feature on this fascinating museum honoring forgotten figures in African American history.