{"id":255811,"date":"2026-04-18T14:59:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T14:59:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/255811\/"},"modified":"2026-04-18T14:59:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T14:59:07","slug":"chris-shepherd-shares-two-of-his-favorite-houston-area-spots-for-a-great-meal-with-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/255811\/","title":{"rendered":"Chris Shepherd shares two of his favorite Houston-area spots for a great meal with friends"},"content":{"rendered":"

In this episode of \u201cEat Like a Local\u201d<\/a>, host Chris Shepherd shares his picks for hanging out with friends – no agenda, just good food, great drinks, and plenty of laughs. <\/p>\n

Hong Kong Food Street | 23015 Colonial Pkwy #A101, Katy<\/p>\n

Chris meets his crew at his first stop: Hong Kong Food Street<\/a> \u2014 a former standout in Houston\u2019s Asiatown, that\u2019s now moved to Katy. <\/p>\n

After his parents retired, Johnny Cheung reinvented the vibe and some of the menu when he reopened in Katy. And, Chris – a regular at the original spot – is impressed with his commitment to tradition and progress. <\/p>\n

Chris Shepherd chats with Johnny Cheung at Hong Kong Food Street. (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n

When it comes time to order, Chris says there\u2019s no way around it – the best (perhaps only) way is to order a lot! This is family-style dining at its finest, with dishes built for sharing and passing around the table. <\/p>\n

Top picks from Chris and his crew are the noodle rolls, crispy pork belly, and Sichuan chicken wings. Chris\u2019 pro tip? Go all in on the duck. Order both styles\u2014the crispy, air-dried Peking duck, and the juicy roasted duck for rich, savory bites. It\u2019s a one-two punch that will have your friends fighting over the last piece.<\/p>\n

Chris recommends ordering both kinds of duck at Hong Kong Food Street. (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)Chris recommends ordering both kinds of duck at Hong Kong Food Street. (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n

PREVIOUS EPISODE: Where to eat in Houston\u2019s Heights neighborhood | Chris Shepherd visits 3 top picks<\/a> <\/p>\n

Southern Yankee Crafthouse | 1312 W Alabama St., Houston<\/p>\n

With appetites fully engaged, the crew heads over to Southern Yankee Crafthouse<\/a> in Montrose. It\u2019s a place where you settle in, order a round (or two), and let the night unfold. <\/p>\n

Chris and friends at Southern Yankee Crafthouse in Montrose. This group won the chance to eat with Chris on Eat Like a Local through a Southern Smoke Foundation auction. (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n

With 18 taps there\u2019s a beer for any palate, but it\u2019s the cocktails that may surprise you. They are just as inventive and fun as the food. Try the Liquid Gold for something completely new or the Cosmonaughty for a twist on a familiar classic. <\/p>\n

Southern Yankee Crafthouse cocktails (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n

Meantime, the food keeps things shareable. Crispy pork belly makes another appearance (no complaints from Chris on a double dose of pork), alongside unexpected hits like pickle pizza, a massive hummus platter that\u2019s perfect for grazing, and a rich, comforting chicken mole. <\/p>\n

Southern Yankee Crafthouse (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)Southern Yankee Crafthouse hummus plate (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)Chicken mole dish at Southern Yankee Crafthouse (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the kind of menu that invites you to try a little bit of everything\u2014and then order more. Chris notes a sleeper on the menu that may be top of the list when it comes to comfort food. <\/p>\n

Watch the video to see which item will have Chris coming back for a hit of nostalgia.<\/p>\n

\u201cEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd\u201d<\/a> is your guide to the best food in Houston. Watch new episodes Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KPRC 2.<\/p>\n

Season 3 of \u201cEat Like a Local\u201d<\/p>\n

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