"Houston is one of the most diverse food cities in America," declared Houston rap legend Bun B during a recent appearance on an episode of Uproxx's newest program, People's Party with Talib Kweli. The show's premise has another rap legend in his own right, Talib Kweli, sitting down and discussing hot button topics with other notables and superstars of their industries. And at the 40 minute mark of this episode, Bun B was asked about the best spots in H-Town to grab a good meal at. The answers came quick from The Trillest in the game, firing off recommendation after recommendation, enough to take note of for a proper food tour through Houston.
Burns Original BBQ
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"Barbecue is a big thing in Houston, so you definitely want to go to Burns Original BBQ. That's like real hood barbecue." When in Texas, barbecue is definitely the move. So if an OG from The H is telling you to go to Burns, then you obviously make that a priority.
Pappadeaux
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"For seafood, most people are gonna want to go to Pappadeaux." Bun B said this with the same confidence that he has when spitting a hot verse, so you know it's real. "I mean, Papadeaux is my favorite," chimed in host Talib Kweli. Two co-signs right there should say how much of a must-try Pappadeaux is.
Frenchy's Chicken
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"Fried chicken — I would say go to Frenchy's." Say no more, Bun, I'll be there. You had me at "fried chicken."
The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
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"Mexican food, you're gonna wanna go to The Original Ninfa's on Navigation." Great recommendation since Ninfa's is one of the first restaurants in Texas to popularize the Tex-Mex classic, fajitas.
