Where to carb load before and after this weekend’s Chevron Houston Marathon
The Chevron Houston Marathon is happening this weekend, and we wanted to share a list of great spots to carb load before the big race and where to celebrate afterward. Additionally, JuiceLand is offering a special $3 off to all participants who show their Chevron Marathon race bib at any of their Houston locations. Enjoy the race and the festivities!
1600 Bar + Grille
1600 Lamar St.
Houston, TX 77010
713.739.8000
Whether you need a carb fix pre- or post-race, stop by and indulge in the hotel’s pasta buffet for $29.50 per person. Runners can enjoy Minestrone Soup, a complimentary Salad Bar, and a pasta buffet including an array of options such as seared Salmon, grilled Chicken Breast with bowtie or penne pasta and an assortment of desserts. Don’t forget to hydrate with hand-crafted cocktails or beer on draft at the Lobby Bar.
Candente
4306 Yoakum Boulevard
Houston, TX 77006
346.867.1156
After the big race on January 14, recover and refuel at Tex-Mex hotspot, Candente located right off of the race route. With hearty and delicious dishes like Brisket Nachos, Smoked Chicken Verde Enchiladas, The Frito Burrito, and a variety of Fajita options, Candente is the perfect place to celebrate your big accomplishment. Plus, add a refreshing house margarita or frozen paloma to cool off and toast to your success!
JuiceLand
1121 Uptown Park Blvd Ste 10, Houston, TX 77056 | 281-779-8779
5310 Kirby Dr #101, Houston, TX 77005 | 832-426-4401
1340 Westheimer Rd d, Houston, TX 77006 | 832-487-9914
3206 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007 | 832-433-7831
5103 Bellaire Blvd STE 135, Bellaire, TX 77401 | 713-364-1059
Recharge post-race at JuiceLand! With five convenient locations across town, JuiceLand is the go-to spot to celebrate your accomplishments after the big race. On January 14th, JuiceLand will be giving $3 off to all participants who show their Chevron Marathon race bib at all Houston locations. Menu highlights include the refreshing Recovery Punch ($7.25 14 oz) – a made-to-order juice complete with watermelon, pineapple, coconut water, beet, lime, and sea salt and the fan favorite Wundershowzen ($5.75 14 oz) featuring a blend of almond milk, banana, spinach, hemp protein, and peanut butter. The $3 discount will be taken off the totality of a race participant’s order upon checkout.
Los Tios
14006 Memorial Dr. Houston, TX 77079 | 281.493.4700
4840 Beechnut St. Houston, TX 77096 | 713.660.6244
5161 San Felipe St #100 Houston, TX 77056 | 713.623.6103
3308 Hwy 6. Sugar Land, TX 77479 | 281.980.1313
9527 Westheimer Rd. Houston, TX 77063 | 713.784.0390
5192 Buffalo Speedway Houston, TX 77005 | 713.432.7131
Recover, refuel and drink to a job well done after your big race at Houston favorite, Los Tios. With six locations across town, Los Tios is the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite enchiladas, nachos, and a famous Puffy Queso to recharge and carb load. Additionally, toast to a job well done with your favorite frozen margarita.
Lulu’s River Oaks
2518 Kirby Dr.
Houston, TX 77019
713.590.7350
Looking to carb load before the big marathon? Head over to Lulu’s in River Oaks right off the race route. Indulge in their selection of delicious house made pastas. Choose from beloved classics like their Carbonara ($22) with fresh pasta, pancetta, green peas, carbonara sauce, and local shirttail creek farm egg sunny side up, their Pappardelle Bolognese ($28), fresh pappardelle, black angus beef tip bolognese, parmigiano, fresh herbs, and their Lobster Raviolo ($60) with filled with butter poached lobster meat, covered in a pink lobster roe sauce, topped with tail and claw meat and drizzled with aged balsamic.
Marmo
888 Westheimer Rd Suite 109
Houston, TX 77006
832.626.3400
Fuel up for race day at Marmo, the modern Italian chophouse located within the buzzy Montrose Collective. Indulge in Marmo’s fresh hand-rolled pastas including a delectable Ricotta Gnocchi ($24 half portion / $48 full portion) encompassing confit rabbit, carrots, brussels sprouts, and pomegranate seeds; Rigatoni Alla Vodka ($16 half portion, $32 full portion) with delicious tomato-cream sauce and Parmigiano; and Bolognese ($18 half portion, $36 full portion) made with tagliatelle, traditional veal ragù, and Parmigiano. For those craving an Italian classic, try Marmo’s Chicken Parmigiana or Spaghetti Alla Chitarra featuring San Marzano tomato sauce and fresh basil – all delicious options for carb-loading ahead of the marathon.
Ostia
2032 Dunlavy St
Houston, TX 77006
713-324-9288
Carb load the day before the big race at Chef Travis McShane’s Italian-and-Mediterranean-inspired concept in the heart of Montrose. The neighborhood restaurant is known for its frequently rotating seasonal pizzas and pastas. Indulge in pastas ranging from Carbonara, Bucatini, Gnocchi and Spaghetti.
The Pit Room
1201 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77006
281.888.1929
Head to iconic Houston BBQ hotspot, The Pit Room, for an after-race recovery and celebration with family and friends. Located just off the race route, enjoy hearty favorites including Brisket, Pulled Pork, Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage, Loaded Frito Pie, Brisket Tacos, Mac N Cheese, and more.
