Texas might be famous for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but I’ve learned there’s another food scene quietly thriving here that locals guard like a secret recipe.
Hidden in strip malls, neighborhood corners, and unassuming storefronts across the state, authentic Mediterranean restaurants serve up flavors that transport you straight to Beirut, Athens, or Istanbul.
These aren’t the polished, tourist-facing spots downtown. They’re the family-run kitchens where recipes have been passed down through generations and regulars are greeted by name…