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    Foie gras, Fritos, and beyond

    9 insanely over-the-top burgers that will blow your mind

    Marcy de Luna
    Jun 22, 2017 | 1:32 pm

    We'll take a big fat juicy burger any day of the week. And though we will never turn our noses up at one simply topped, sometimes we yearn for one that goes above and beyond the expected slice of cheese. Check out these nine unbelievably over-the-top versions at these restaurants:

    Carpet Bagger at B&B Butchers
    B&B Butchers on Washington Ave. offers a colossal, hard-to-surpass burger, available during lunch (and brunch). The Carpet Bagger ($18) features a deluxe patty, made with filet mignon and dry-aged sirloin, topped with thick-cut bacon, house-made blue cheese dressing, crumbled blue cheese, Cajun-fried oysters, and house-made hot sauce. All on the same burger.
    1814 Washington Ave.; 713-862-1814

    Party Melt at Better Luck Tomorrow
    Cozy Heights neighborhood cocktail bar Better Luck Tomorrow takes the standard cheeseburger to a whole new level with the Party Melt ($12). A brisket-wagyu hamburger patty is covered with onions that have been caramelized for six hours, and crispy hand-grated Parmesan. It’s all served on house-made bread, twice-fried on a griddle. You definitely won't want to miss this one.
    544 Yale St.

    Terlingua at Hopdoddy
    A burger with chili is a big yes in our book, but Hopdoddy ups the ante with the Terlingua ($8.50), piled high not only with chile con carne, but also with Fritos Corn Chips. Cheddar cheese and “sassy” sauce, a mix of horseradish, mustard, and mayonnaise, round out the list of toppings.
    Multiple locations.

    Ritual at Ritual
    The extra-meaty house burger at Ritual restaurant, which shares the restaurant's moniker ($17), is presented with a heaping of tender brisket (tossed in onion demi sauce) atop a prime patty. But it’s the hefty drizzling of blue cheese fondue spiked with Dogfish Head Indian Brown Ale that really sets it apart from the pack.
    602 Studewood St.; 832-203-5180

    Foie Gras at Toulouse Cafe and Bar
    French eatery Toulouse in River Oaks District offers an elevated spin with off-menu burger, the Foie Gras ($32). Along with the decadent duck liver, the ultra-flavorful sandwich comes with Gruyere, onion marmalade, and a side of bearnaise sauce.
    4444 Westheimer, Ste. E 100; 713-871-0768

    Spicy at Burger-Chan
    The name says it all: Burger-Chan’s Spicy Burger ($7) comes with a five-ounce ground chuck patty (seared and glazed with umami sauce), pepper jack cheese, and... wait for it… fiery house-made sambal mayonnaise and jalapenos three ways: charred, house pickled, and fresh. Go big with optional toppings of pickled habaneros and dried ground ghost chilies.
    3 Greenway Plaza, Food Court; 832-542-3528

    The Cooper at FM Kitchen and Bar
    At FM Kitchen and Bar near Washington Ave., sink your teeth into souped-up burger, The Cooper ($9.69). A double patty meets smoked slab bacon, griddled tomato, and here's the best part: queso. It all combines for a bite you’ll be thinking about for days.
    1112 Shepherd Dr.; 832-804-6006

    Hicks at State Fare
    State Fare’s unique take on the quintessential American meal, the Hicksburger ($19), starts with a beef patty and Gruyere. From there, the kitchen goes all out, adding hot pastrami, whiskey-grilled onions, and chicken-fried fries, battered and then deep-fried, to the mix. State Fare, you have our attention.
    947 Gessner; 832-831-0950

    Fajita at The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
    Celebs including Martha Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, John Travolta, and Sarah Jessica Parker have hit up The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation for stellar Tex-Mex fare. The east downtown staple also boasts an epic hamburger showcasing the house specialty: the Fajita Burger ($16). The patty is made with ground fajita meat — and stuffed with chopped fajita meat. It’s finished off with grilled red onions, poblano peppers, avocado, chipotle mayo, and a cheesy blend of Jack and Oaxaca cheeses.
    2704 Navigation Blvd.; 713-228-1175

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    The Hicksburger at State Fare is topped with chicken-fried fries.

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    The Hicksburger at State Fare is topped with chicken-fried fries.
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    a very fine house

    East Coast-inspired tavern shakes up Rice Village with 'World's Coldest Martini'

    Eric Sandler
    May 19, 2025 | 9:09 am
    Hudson House restaurant Rice Village
    Photo by Becca Wright
    Hudson House is bringing its signature martinis to Rice Village.

    The “World’s Coldest Martini” is coming to Rice Village. Hudson House will open its second Houston-area location this Wednesday, May 21.

    Located between CB2 and Banana Republic at 2414 University Blvd., Hudson House is part of the Dallas-based Vandelay Hospitality Group that also includes Drake’s Hollywood, a retro-styled steakhouse that opened in Montrose last summer. For Rice Village, Hudson House’s new, 6,000-square-foot restaurant follows the model of the River Oaks location that opened in 2023. That means navy leather booths, brass accents, and a polished wood bar that serves as a focal point.

    The menu takes its inspiration from East Coast taverns. That includes items such as a cheeseburger, lobster roll, lobster mac and cheese, steak frites, entree salads, and chicken parm. Raw bar offerings include East Coast oysters, shrimp cocktail, and sushi rolls. The brunch menu features pancakes, eggs Benedict, and a bagel with lox and cream cheese.

    Hudson House pairs its dishes with a selection of classic cocktails that is highlighted by the “World’s Coldest Martini.” To achieve the proper effect, the drink is poured from a frozen bottle and served in a frozen glass. Other martini options include the Bleu & Gold (made with olive juice and blue cheese-stuffed olives) and a Lemon Drop that’s topped with limoncello foam. Hudson House also offers wines by-the-glass, beer, and non-alcoholic options.

    Hudson House opens at 11 am for lunch and dinner during the weekend and at 10 am on Saturday and Sunday for brunch. Happy hour, served Monday-Friday from 3-6 pm, includes half-off all martinis, bellinis, and wines by-the-glass as well as $10 cheeseburgers and $3 East Coast oysters.

    “We’re looking forward to bringing a second Hudson House to Houston,” Vandelay founder and CEO Hunter Pond said in a statement. “Our River Oaks location has seen strong support since opening just over a year ago, and we’re confident Rice Village will follow suit. With its already vibrant community and bustling shopping scene, Rice Village offers an ideal background for our beloved coastal-inspired American cuisine.”

    Hudson House restaurant Rice Village
      

    Photo by Becca Wright

    Hudson House is bringing its signature martinis to Rice Village.

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