Kyle Green
You’ll find Pearland south of the great Texas city of Houston. You may not have heard much about Pearland until now, but this vibrant city has everything you could possibly want and more in a vacation destination. There are plenty of events and shopping opportunities in this exciting location.
Not only that, but the hotels and accommodation options are welcoming and affordable here. The locals are famously friendly, and if you love activities in the great outdoors, Pearland Texas has everything you could want.
Going for picnics, golfing, and birding are just a few of these outdoor adventures. The arts and cultural scene is fantastic here, too.
The parkland extends more than 175 acres and is famously beautiful. You can go bicycling, jogging, hiking, and more.
Best Restaurants in Pearland
- Killen’s Steakhouse
- Killen’s Barbecue
- Central Texas Style Barbecue
- D’ Caribbean Curry Spot Cuisine
- Pena’s Donut Heaven & Grill
- Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen
- Grazia
- Center Court Pizza & Brew
- BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
- Boiling Dragon
- Wrap & Roll
And Pearland has an exciting range and variety of restaurants on offer. Check out my list of the best Pearland, Texas restaurants below!
Killen’s Steakhouse
6425 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 281-485-0844
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Get ready in your best business casual outfit and head over to Killen’s Steakhouse. This restaurant serves all the best premium steaks, including Japanese Wagyu and USDA Prime Beef.
There’s a good reason Killen’s Steakhouse has been among the premier Pearland restaurants for at least a decade.
Killen’s Steakhouse’s Executive Chef, Ronnie Killen, started his culinary adventures when just a child, and he did his training at London’s Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute.
After graduating, Ronnie Killen worked at a wide variety of outstanding establishments such as The Ritz Carlton and Rancho Mirage. When you visit Killen’s Steakhouse, treat yourself to the famous Creme Brulee Bread Pudding.
Killen’s Barbecue
3613 E Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 281-485-2272
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A continuation of the Killen’s Steakhouse brand, Killen’s Steakhouse is another legendary local restaurant.
This restaurant has been around since 2013, and it was inspired by Executive Chef, Ronnie Killen’s, first fascination: BBQ.
All the dishes here are positively mouth-watering, and they’re the epitome of the Texas BBQ experience. You can get your BBQ meat by the pound here. Go with BBQ brisket, turkey, pork ribs, or lean brisket.
Other options are the pulled pork and homemade pork & beef sausage. I had the lean brisket and it was outstanding.
Get yourself some tasty classic side dishes, too, such as coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, creamed corn, and mac n’ cheese.
Central Texas Style Barbecue
4110 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 281-485-9626
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Another great Pearland restaurant, Central Texas Style Barbecue is a must-visit destination for classic Texas cuisine.
All the meat here is hickory wood-smoked in a pit for hours. That’s what creates the classic Central Texas Style Barbecue flavor. You’ll find Central Texas Style Barbecue on Broadway Street near Texas Street.
Central Texas Style Barbecue has been a local landmark since way back in 1969. In fact, it’s among the city’s longest-established restaurants.
When I visited Central Texas Style Barbecue, I had the Pulled Pork and it was outrageously delicious! Other well-known meals are the sliced beef and pork ribs, chopped beef, and pork ribs. No matter what you order, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal.
D’ Caribbean Curry Spot Cuisine
8201 Broadway St #105, Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 281-412-0849
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I don’t know about you, but I’m a big curry fan. And everyone knows how well Caribbean cuisine spins this iconic Indian dish.
D’Caribbean Curry Spot Cuisine is the place to go in Pearland for Caribbean food. All the dishes are made fresh each and every day. All the spices and herbs in the recipes are fresh and organic.
There are so many popular favorites here, it’s hard to know where to start. Some great entrees are the Curried Goat, Jerk Chicken, Curried Shrimp, and Curried Beef. Other excellent Caribbean dishes here are the Oxtails, Jerk Chicken Roti, and Curried Goat Roti.
Pena’s Donut Heaven & Grill
11601 Shadow Creek Pkwy #103, Pearland, TX 77584
Phone: 713-340-3231
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Pena’s Donut Heaven & Grill goes way beyond a fantastic donut shop. You can enjoy breakfast and lunch here, too.
Ask locals about Pena’s and you’ll get rave reviews. I went to this great eatery a couple of times during my Pearland expedition.
This unique donut shop is found quite near Shadow Creek Parkway, and it’s easy to find. I tried the Breakfast Tacos and Buffalo Chicken Sandwich at Pena’s Donut Heaven & Grill.
I heard locals also praise the Tortilla Soup, Breakfast Burrito, and Breakfast Sandwich. And don’t forget to indulge your sweet tooth with the decadent apple fritters. They’re super yummy!
Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen
Multiple Locations
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Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen is the place to go in Pearland if you want the most affordable (yet incredibly tasty) Tex-Mex food.
This restaurant has become a local institution because of its great range of tasty dishes. I went to Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen for a late lunch one day, and I had the Seafood Enchiladas.
These cheese enchiladas are dressed with white wine cream sauce, and they include crawfish tails and sauteed shrimp.
For my starter, I had the Guacamole Salad. I highly recommend these dishes, and I’ve heard everything else on the Gringo’s menu is fantastic. Head over and give this Pearland restaurant a try!
Grazia
9415 Broadway Street, St No. 103, Pearland, TX 77584
Phone: 832-230-8873
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Grazia is a popular Italian restaurant for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Conveniently located on Pearland’s well-known Broadway Street, Grazia has a full range of great dishes from which you can choose. And the atmosphere here is invariably welcoming and friendly.
All the ingredients used in Grazia’s dishes are fresh and tasty, and all meals are expertly prepared. I chose to try Grazia for brunch, and I wasn’t disappointed.
In fact, this restaurant exceeded my expectations. You can have brunch at Grazia’s between 10 pm and 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. I had the Crab Cake Benedict, and I recommend you try this dish when you go to Grazia.
Center Court Pizza & Brew
Multiple Locations
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When pizza is what you crave, Center Court Pizza & Brew is one of Pearland’s best destinations. You can build your own pizza, or maybe you’d prefer to choose one of the favorites, such as the Margarita pizza, Touchdown pizza, Carnivore Pizza, or Greek Pizza. There is a range of other delicious options, too.
It took me a while to choose which pizza I wanted (there are so many tempting options), but I eventually went with the Greek pizza.
I’m a big fan of Greek flavors, so this was perfect for me. It includes Kalamata Olives, spinach, tomato, feta cheese, and roasted garlic.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
11200 Broadway St Suite 1700, Pearland, TX 77584
Phone: 713-436-7805
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A popular local brewhouse and restaurant offering tasty fare with a welcoming atmosphere, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is yet another outstanding Pearland eatery.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse offers a range of great dishes, such as the Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, Avocado Egg Rolls, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, and Honey Crisp Chicken Salad.
Craving a salad? Go with the Santa Fe Salad. This enormous and flavorful creation is full of delightfully fresh and delicious ingredients, such as blackened chicken breast, tomatoes, fire-roasted red peppers, red onions, avocado, Santa Fe dressing, crispy corn tortilla strips, and more, on crisp romaine lettuce. You can customize your salad, too. And of course, pair your meal with a cold brewhouse beer.
Boiling Dragon
11625 Broadway St Suite 135, Pearland, TX 77584
Phone: 832-328-5123
Boiling Dragon is a pan-Asian and Asian-fusion restaurant, and seafood is one of its specialties. One of the many impressive culinary establishments on Pearland’s Broadway Street, Boiling Dragon is a must-visit eating spot. There are so many well-loved dishes here, it’s hard to know where to start.
One especially popular menu item is the Catfish Basket. I’d never tried catfish before my visit here, and I was excited to try this famously delicious specialty.
The helping is generous and will get your mouth watering before you even pick up a fork. Of course, you get fries and sauces on the side.
Wrap & Roll
8209 Broadway St #102, Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 832-736-9606
Wrap & Roll offers Asian fusion as well as traditional American cuisine. This restaurant is aptly named, as wraps play a big part in the exciting menu.
For example, there’s a popular Ribeye wrap that you’ll want to try for lunch or dinner. It’s hearty and satisfying, and I certainly enjoyed this dish.
Check out the Filet Mignon and BBQ Pork, too. The Filet Mignon wrap is famous at this restaurant, and you can get it with a spinach tortilla, French crepe, or flour tortilla wrap.
You get to choose the toppings, such as carrot, lettuce, and cranberry. Check out Wrap & Roll as you explore Pearland.
Final Thoughts
As we’ve seen here, Pearland has many wonderful attractions on offer. What do you think you will do first?
If you’re visiting this city with your entire family, you will find there is lots of family-friendly fun available. And don’t forget to enjoy all the arts and cultural attractions here. For example, a show at the Pearl Theater is a must-experience Pearland experience.
While you’re still in Texas, also check out our list of delicious BBQ restaurants in Houston here. Did we leave a restaurant out of this list of the best restaurants in Pearland, Texas? Make sure you leave us a comment and we’ll check it out!
