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The Highlight at Houston Center

Shopping center

Spacious plaza with upscale & casual dining options, local businesses, plus gift & apparel stores. People often mention mall, restaurants, stores, open, great, court, shops, shopping, Houston, lunch,


Address

1200 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010

Website

thehighlighthouston.com

Contact

(713) 759-1442

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (1.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 3 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: mall (12) restaurants (10) stores (9) open (8) great (7) court (7) shops (7) shopping (7) Houston (7) lunch (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 3/5 Michael B. 3 years ago on Google • 962 reviews
    An empty shell of what probably used too be. The place has a great food court to chose from which is probably what keeps the lights on in this place. But the lackluster stores aren't much to do or see.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael W. 1 year ago on Google
    Stores are empty. All of location being remodeled. The food court is still there, it a maze when you see your restaurant on a small sign. I had Otto's barbeque. Brisket and sausage.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 S S. 2 years ago on Google
    Its a spacious mall located in the middle of the town that has some shops, restautants, fitness place, doctors offices, a sports bar, food court, etc. The mall appears to be not attracting many customers. It appeared empty and many stores and restaurants had closed their doors for good. I hope the businesses located inside this mall find that spark and reopen someday.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Laurie C. 4 years ago on Google
    I went to this location as it was indicated they carried a product I was looking for. This retailer didn't even answer the phone. And of course did t have e the product. The mall itself is very nice. A lot of different eateries. I was not aware there was a mall at this location.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 E R. 1 year ago on Google • 204 reviews
    There's bound to be something for everyone!!! I loved it. It was a bit noisy do to renovations in some areas but all in all it is a great place to visit!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kris “Kraz” Z. 4 months ago on Google • 116 reviews
    Super clean place, great food choices but no shopping. Little indoor putt putt center which looks awesome for any age. Just no shopping stores… all places are vacant
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth P. 6 months ago on Google • 82 reviews
    Kelsey-Seybold has one of it's many clinics in "The Highlight" shopping mall, smack-dab in the middle of downtown Houston, which was why I was in the building, and I must say it's incredibly convenient. The retail shops are slightly limited, and a little overpriced, but the real estate overhead is probably through the roof. However, the Food Court has an amazing selection of lunch (and some breakfast) choices, including a few good chains as well as outstanding, one-of-a-kind options. In addition, if you are buying your lunch and NOT carrying it straight back to your desk to work through your lunch, the highlight of "The Highlight" is definitely the available public seating, both for dining and work stations (to work through lunch away from your desk, I guess).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Tananicole 3 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    I love it don’t get me wrong but it’s not the same not a lot of shops like back in day but also I took my baby one weekend not a lot of food choice’s just potbelly and I wish they wouldn’t just cater to the Monday through Friday workers what about weekends
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Roxanne G. 2 years ago on Google
    It was nice, but under some type of renovation. Lots of empty stores and most restaurants were closed. Maybe I just went on the wrong day. 12/28/21.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Lukas 2 years ago on Google
    This was once a mall, now it‘s empty storefronts and a few eateries. No shops to be seen!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fredrick C. 1 year ago on Google
    I went to this restaurant with a couple of my co-workers and it was more than one restaurant so actually one that went to the Chick-fil-A one day when went to the barbecue place. I can really say I enjoyed my visit here every time I went very clean. I did see security walking around so I felt safe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Peter S. 1 year ago on Google
    This mall definitely has everything you need!! I love the wide variety in it. there are Many stores have great & high quality and the prices are very fair there are Many stores have great & high quality and the prices are very fair!! Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ishmeleita “ItsMzIsh2u” h. 10 months ago on Google • 198 reviews
    We went and tried Puttshack. The vibe is super cute and the food and drinks were great. The only thing I can say that I didn't like was when it was our time to putt. It was to many people in our time slot so we had to keep waiting to putt at each section. Other than that donye our server was attentive and on point with everything.

  • 5/5 Kyle T. 6 months ago on Google • 68 reviews
    During our time in downtown Houston , my family and I stumbled upon The Highlight at Houston Center. Our experience at this shopping center was enjoyable. One of the highlights of our visit was the presence of a friendly robot security guard, which particularly delighted my young son, as he chased it around as it was patrolling the shopping area. The Highlight at Houston Center proved to be a pleasant and tranquil spot for a short break during our downtown excursion.

  • 1/5 michael c. 1 month ago on Google • 22 reviews New
    Place is like a ghost town. Very few places are open . No visible public restrooms. Restaurants close by 2pm.The place never really took off.

  • 5/5 Karita G. 2 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    It is beautiful place to hangout with friends and family on the weekends. There are many stores and restaurants . It is easy to find a Parking lot too.

  • 4/5 Cierra (. 3 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    The area didn't have as much activity as I expected; mainly, there were just a few food places. I decided to try a Mexican restaurant, and while the food wasn't extraordinary, it was decent enough to enjoy. Overall, the dining experience was satisfactory.

  • 2/5 Luis D. 1 year ago on Google
    Badly outdated, doesn't even have a Wendys or McDonalds to hang their hat on. The stores here are very bad other than Jos a Bank. Even a tourist, this is not worth the time. You will think you're walking in a building from the 1980's.

  • 3/5 أبواب �. 2 years ago on Google
    A Center fo Dine-in , it’s more like restaurants center than a shopping center. Most people came for a lunch break. It’s very crowded at lunch time.

  • 2/5 Lars M. 5 months ago on Google
    Nothing going on here… parking is expensive but there are no shops. The security personnel is friendly though.

  • 5/5 Really H. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited around January 2022 it was under some reconstruction or something I'm not sure if it's anything more than just an extension to the healthcare system though . There's Kelsey Seybold and some optometrist and what not . I would still recommend .

  • 4/5 Eric W. 1 year ago on Google
    The Houston Center has a great food court area but I didn't give it a 5 out of 5 because of the construction and the lack of instructions of what was going on...

  • 2/5 Jose P. 7 months ago on Google
    Not the same bustling place of 20 years ago. Food court has some places open and some medical facilities open, otherwise this place is a ghost town after the lunch hour. Walked over here after jury duty was dismissed and it’s no longer the place to hang out. Saddened.

  • 4/5 Edward C. 7 months ago on Google
    Cool electronic scoring in a nice air conditioned location. Play is fast because you can play any hole so no waiting on groups. Brush up on your Houston trivia for a better score

  • 1/5 Allen C. 1 year ago on Google
    Under major construction. No other city will allow you to eat or shop while the entire mall is under construction. So if you like dust and debris to go with that pricey food then have at it. You'll be better off at a clean $3 food truck.

  • 4/5 Arce L. 1 year ago on Google
    I remember this place from about 10 years ago. I'm happy it's finally open again in time for the holidays. There's only a few restaurants open right now but definitely worth the visit if you're walking around Houston for a little while.

  • 5/5 Nathan S. 9 months ago on Google
    I get medicine here at Kelsey pharmacy and eat dumpling at douzo. It’s accessible through the tunnels.

  • 5/5 Mr simon 1. 11 months ago on Google
    It’s a fine little mall. Food court on level three, there are some diverse restaurants like Doozo, Bullritos, and other more. No complicated hallways or entrances since there are escalators and signs. I would come here just for a snack from one of these restaurants located here.

  • 5/5 Virgil S. 10 months ago on Google
    Unique style shopping center, something that if you're from out of the area (as I am) fun to go visit. Has good selection of good in the food court as well and some really good dumplings.

  • 4/5 Day d. 1 year ago on Google
    **Under renovation 4th August 2022.

  • 5/5 Dustin B. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place, nice variety of shops and restaurants. Was only there for work with a contractor but over all good vibes

  • 5/5 Mystery B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice big mall and almost all famous shops are here. We love it, it has so much variety of things to do for the entire family. we very happy in there!

  • 5/5 Benjamin C. 1 year ago on Google
    Large, open space mall w/ a number of restaurants. Unfortunately, there are plenty of vacancies (Feb '23) so there could be more stores or restaurants. Until then, plenty of seating!

  • 2/5 Keith L. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is a wreck due to remodeling. I'm sure that is a temporary situation, though.

  • 1/5 Henry M. 8 months ago on Google • 1 review
    We went there and nothing was open there was nobody there the escalators weren’t working there was about 3 places that were open and all the spaces were empty this place is nothing like the pictures
    7 people found this review helpful 👍


Call (713) 759-1442 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Small business

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