After a trip to a local market in the heights , we decided to check out this local spice market…read morethat has been around for decades. The second you walk in , you can smell the scent of beautiful spices from around the world. We couldn't resist picking up some spices from France garlic salt , dried onions and more. If you love to cook this place is for you. Definitely worth the drive and will be back again . Parking: plentiful Customer service: Excellent Return: likely

Penzey's used to be a good spice vendor, but has more and more become an ideology peddler. So, if…read moreyou can't figure out where you stand, you can go there, where the immature workers think they have the answers. To add injury to insult, their quality has deteriorated. When I got home with my Sunny Paris, it was already caking.

I stopped by Market Bar and tried the Lavender Matcha for $10, and it was absolutely delicious!…read more The matcha was smooth, refreshing, and had a wonderful lavender flavor that made it feel extra special. The manager I believed welcomed me BACK. I said "Oh thank you", but in my head I was thinking this was my first time back in months, lol. I must have a twin, lol. Ok, back to the review. The staff was very friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. There's also plenty of seating in a quaint, charming little market setting, making it a great spot to sit, relax, and enjoy your drink. Definitely a hidden gem--I'll be back to try more flavors! 5 stars!

This place has a shooting each time it opens it's in a very shady crappy area . You will get…read morestabbed with a knife or pick pocketed Also will run into a ICE raid . Houston Flea Market is the definition of "you get what you pay for." It's overcrowded, disorganized, and feels like a maze of the same vendors selling the same cheap imported products over and over. The aisles can be dirty, parking is chaotic, and customer service varies wildly depending on who you're dealing with. Prices aren't always the bargain you'd expect either--many sellers charge close to retail unless you're willing to haggle. The food is one of the better parts, but it isn't enough to make up for the overall experience. If you're hoping to find unique antiques or hidden treasures, you'll probably leave disappointed after digging through piles of low-quality merchandise. Unless you specifically enjoy the flea market atmosphere or know exactly what you're looking for, there are much better ways to spend your time.

Legit Thai food - only around 9 tables and then two aisles of Thai Grocery Store. Flavors are as…read moregood as I've had anywhere although I haven't been to Thailand. We had to order take out on a Friday night because it was 10 mins before closing (9pm on Fridays) and they processed the order incredibly fast. All tables were full when we picked up so I'm sure busy nights will be a bit of a wait to get in. We asked for "medium" spice but the receipt had been defaulted to "mild" thank god. It was still a decent amount of spice and any more I would have probably been sweating like crazy. So I would recommend starting off with mild and go from there unless you are a glutton for punishing spice. Their mild seems to be more like medium / hot at an Americanized Thai joint. Pad Kee Mow with chopped chicken was delicious. Fresh crunchy green beans and bell peppers, onions and tomatoes perfectly cooked with the perfect spicy basil sauce. Noodles all had sauce on them. Large serving size and great price. We also got papaya salad which was just right and nice spice. I wish I could come here often and try everything else on the menu.

I came here on a double date to try this place out. It's a restaurant and mini shop that focuses on…read moreThai cuisine. We walked in and had to wait 30 minutes on a Saturday around 6 pm. There's a sign-in sheet. While we waited, we took a look at their two-aisle mini store, which is in the same room as the restaurant. We bought some interesting snacks and looked at the menus until we were messaged. Once we sat down, we shared fried tofu and chive cakes. They were amazing. The fried tofu was evenly crispy with a soft, piping-hot fluffy inside. (The sauce doesn't contain any fish sauce, since one of us was vegetarian.) The chive cakes were both crispy and mochi-like. I had the Thai iced tea and pompano fish. The staff scared us about the spice level, so we all started off with mild and a small variety of chili sauce, oil, and powder on the side. The ones who changed their minds to mild actually used them. So now we know that if you like medium spicy, go with the second-lowest level. I was fine with mild and ate my whole fish. Loved it. Our waitress was quick, but the kitchen... not so much. We all ended up eating at different times because we didn't want anyone's dishes to get too cold while waiting for the rest to come to the table. By the time my dish came, the first two main dishes were already finished (rice and noodle-based), and the third dish (curry) had already been at the table for a while. I also noticed another table that sat after us got all of their dishes (noodles and rice) before my dish came. The food timing needs some work. If you want a quick meal, I think their rice and noodles are the fastest. But the pompano fish was amazing. If you know how to debone a fish or eat one with bones, get this dish. There's free parking out front and in the grassy lot next to it.

I was just passing through downtown Houston when I was looking for a quick snack, and I stumbled…read moreupon this supermarket. what a surprise! The parking was a bit of a challenge, but it was easy enough because it was a calm Tuesday morning. To get from the parking area to the store, you just take the elevator one level down, and then you're right inside. This place is surprisingly big, filled with all kinds of snacks, cookies, and coffee. The highlight for me was their shawarma breakfast wrap. It was top-notch and exactly what I needed. You choose between whole wheat or white pita, and it's filled with scrambled eggs, your choice of fresh or sautéed spinach, and they add potatoes as well. Then they top it with shawarma chicken, tomato, and a delicious sauce. For $8.5 it was worth every bite. Hands down, a five out of five. I also tried their coffee, which was just a standard brew sitting in ice for hours and nothing special. At $2.50, it was fine, but nothing to write home about. The real stars were the cookies. I got a coconut pecan cookie and an almond crunch cookie, and both were absolutely delicious. I didn't have time to explore the whole store, but there was a great selection of fresh produce, chocolates, and all sorts of small treats. Overall, the staff were really friendly, and the entire visit was smooth. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area. Five out of five stars!

My niece and I checked out Phoenicia's for lunch, which was surprisingly delicious…read more My niece has simplistic tastes, so she opted for the chicken burger, which I tried of course. Perfectly seasoned, crispy exterior. The sweet potato fries were equally delicious. I got the Hill Country salad. Same tender but crispy chicken on a bed of greens with berries. So good. Definitely bookmarked as a return option.

My first time coming here. I have known of this place as the "Mexican Farmers Market" but never had…read morea reason to go. Went today with the gf to pick up some herbs she needed for tea. We walked in at 6:30 which is the time posted as closing time. We asked if they were still open and the ladies said "you have time, we are still cleaning". We walked around and I was surprised at everything they have from spices to candies to kitchen and bbq tools. I'm planning on going back during normal business hours to really see everything they have.

This is a co-located store with La Marketa De Houston Texas which sells Mexican groceries,…read moresouvenirs, piñatas, and a limited selection of garden pottery. If you are in the area, you can easily park in the large Houston Farmers' Market across the side street to visit both places.

Just discovered this place last night on a impromptu bike ride in the neighborhood. They have the…read moreabsolute coolest spot right near the "Down the Street" bar. The staff were friendly in informing me on what their shop is and let me roam around. They have the sweetest staff mascot, Willow, their dog. The shop it self had plant o plenty with some really reasonably priced goodies. Check it out on their opening days!

Found this place while looking for nurseries around town, but it's actually like an urban farm…read moremixed with a specialty plant nursery. They grow microgreens for some of the restaurants around the heights, and have "pick your own" vegetables where you walk down the crop rows and you can hand pick out which veggies you want to buy and then the owner cuts them fresh from the plant for you! They said everything was Organic as well! They also have greenhouses with some weird specialty plants that I haven't seen for sale anywhere else in town, including Buchannan's. One of the greenhouses is a mini cactus botanical garden with all of the plants identified, and there were some really cool cactus in there I've never seen before. I bought some fresh Cilantro and some Thai Peppers to make fajitas with tonight, and a little succulent for my wife! Definitely will be looking more plants here in the future.

Stumbled on this spot and it looked like it would feed my hippie, with a interest in unique items,…read morespirit so I went in and browsed. The music was very relaxing and I was greeted. There isn't a huge variety of items for a gift shop but it's just enough to get lost in. I ended up purchasing immunity tea and am excited to try. It's a small shop which adds to the vibey intimate ambiance. The man who assisted me was very friendly and informative. I would definitely peek in here again and maybe get a plant next time.

Passed by this little shop several times over the past few months. I decided to pop in today to…read morecheck it out. I ended up spending a little over an hour in store having the most engaging conversation with the gentleman packaging my tea. The sheer amount of knowledge of the health benefits of each item I purchased was incredible. Additionally the general interaction with him was so engaging and I felt like a long time customer. I noticed how engaging he was with everyone that walked in, they have definitely gained a new long term customer! I initially was going to purchase 2 things and walked out with several ounces of different things to try. I can't wait to return and try more teas!

This was such a special bonding experience with my friends and my daughter. The space was clean,…read morebright, and uncluttered, which made it feel welcoming right away. The staff was incredibly friendly and patient, guiding us through the entire process. We made lollipops, and I have to say--the kneading and shaping of the candy was surprisingly therapeutic! It was such a fun, hands-on experience. It is a little on the expensive side, but once you see the effort and creativity involved, you can understand why. Overall, it's a great spot for a group date or if you're looking to try something different while you're out and about. Definitely a memorable experience!

We came here for one of their lollipop making classes on a Saturday afternoon. Staff was friendly…read moreand the class was informative. The hands-on portion is near the end of the class when you get to help stretch/aerate the candy by folding it and then form 3 lollipops of your own. Would recommend the class for 5 year olds and older (adults enjoyed it too!). Definitely a unique experience and a fun activity in the heart of Houston. Be sure to check out their pre-made candy selection before/after the class - so many great flavors! Parking - private lot or street