HOUSTON – If you know, you know. Tucked away in Southeast Houston, Backyard Boil House has been quietly serving up some of the city’s most crave-worthy dishes for the past five years. Beloved by locals – and now the secret’s finally out for the rest of us – this restaurant is the definition of a hidden gem.
Backyard Boil House is the dream of husband-and-wife team Ed and Nina Micheaux, who traded Houston’s nightlife scene for the kitchen. After years of running popular lounges and bars, they wanted to create something different: a neighborhood spot with five-star food in a laid-back, welcoming environment. “We wanted to provide a better food option where you didn’t have to leave the neighborhood to get quality food,” Ed explained. And judging by the crowd of loyal regulars, they’ve more than delivered.
From the outside, Backyard Boil House is unassuming – no flashy sign, no big banners. But step inside, and you’ll find a warm, lively space filled with music, laughter, and plates piled high with Gulf Coast favorites. Nina calls it “a place where you come in, make a friend, maybe see an old one too.”…