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Where to stay, eat, and drink during Houston's Final Four week

How to make the most of the Bayou City's big sports weekend. Sports fans from all over the country are gathering in the Bayou City for basketball's biggest weekend of the year, with events such as concerts, fan festivals, and slam-dunk competitions featuring the country's best young athletes. There are plenty of hotels in downtown Houston to suit your needs, and Clutch City Cluckers offers Nashville-inspired hot chicken at its multiple food trucks across Houston. Check out these 16 bars for great food and drink during the Final Four, including a selection of 16 bars that have something for everyone. Here are 10 of the best bets for great foods and drink in the heart of the city.

Where to stay, eat, and drink during Houston's Final Four week

Published : 12 months ago by Chron Staff in Travel

Sports fans from all over the country are descending on the Bayou City for basketball's biggest weekend of the year. Whether you're rushing to make a plan after your team punched its ticket to the Final Four, or if you're a Houston native who wants to enjoy the week's festivities—from concerts and fan festivals to Astros' Opening Day and three slam-dunk competitions featuring the country's best young athletes—we've got you covered.

​​Downtown Houston hotels near the NCAA Final Four for every type of traveler The pool at the Four Seasons hotel in Houston. Looking for a convenient yet chic place to crash during the Final Four in Houston? Or just planning a getaway in the heart of one of the most diverse cities in the country? There are plenty of hotels in downtown Houston to suit your needs. Read the story

Excellent Houston restaurants near NRG Stadium to hit before game time Clutch City Cluckers offers Nashville-inspired hot chicken at its multiple food trucks across Houston. Those who want to score a great meal before or after a game at NRG can pop by these standout eateries, which give a glimpse into the city's exciting culinary landscape via barbecue loaded potatoes, crispy fried lumpia, Gulf oyster po'boys and super stacked fajita plates, among other tasty offerings. Read the story

Downtown Houston restaurants to dine at during the NCAA Final Four Craft Burger, is among the restaurants participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks. Whether you're in Houston for the NCAA Final Four, catching a baseball game at Minute Maid Park or just in the mood for big-city dining, there are plenty of restaurants in downtown Houston for every type of diner. Here are 10 of the best bets for great food and drink in the heart of the city. Read the story

16 standout bars in downtown Houston to grab a drink during the Final Four Whether you're thirsty from the Houston heat, want to enjoy happy hour with friends, or are looking for a place to hang before or after the big game, check out these 16 bars in downtown Houston that have something for everyone. Read the story

Opening Day, Fan Fest among events surrounding Final Four in Houston April 2, 2015: Delta State University Statesmen guard LaQuavius Cotton (1) dunks during the State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. While the NCAA tournament games at NRG Stadium will be the main attraction, there's plenty more for sports fans to enjoy during the Final Four weekend in Houston. Here's a look at what's going on around the Bayou City, from Fan Fest to Houston Astros Opening Day. Read the story

8 coolest things to do in Downtown Houston during the Final Four Spring is the perfect time to visit the nation's fourth-largest city. The heat hasn't set in yet, hurricane season is a few months off, and many of Houston's gems—from sweeping parks to world-class museums—are on full display. Here's a list of centrally-located things to do between games, from historical sites to off-the-beaten-path oddities. Read the story


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