Highland Village, Houston
Highland Village is a shopping district in Houston, Texas, United States.
Highland Village is a neighborhood in Houston, Texas featuring luxury eating and shopping experiences. Highland Village is highly esteemed and considered one of the most popular destinations for high-end retail. Highland Village not only has shopping and dining but also includes salons and personal care, financial services, and eye-care services. Located inside the 610 loop, Highland Village gives the ultimate shopping and dining experience with features such as complimentary valet parking and seasonal decor.
History
The first houses in Highland Village were built in the 1950's. In the early 2000's those houses were torn down and replaced with larger houses. Highland Village Shopping Centre was founded in 1957. Highland Village is one of the oldest shopping centres in Houston. Since 1957, The Highland Village Shopping Centre has been maintained and run by Highland Village Holding. Inc. When The Highland Village Shopping Centre first began, it housed Wyatt's Cafeteria, Henke & Pilot supermarket, Highland Village Pharmacy and a Gulf service station. Today, The Highland Village Shopping Centre sits on fifteen acres of land and lined with palm trees to give it the most luxurious look possible. Annually, The Highland Village Shopping Centre decorates for the holiday season. During the holiday season The Highland Village Shopping Centre is decorated with beautiful twinkling lights, large sparkly bows, and other various decorations. The annual lighting of Highland Village is a favorite event among Houstonians and attracts shoppers from all over Houston. The Highland Village Shopping Centre has a weekly farmers market. Every saturday from 9am to 1pm the farmers market at Highland Village features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. The farmers market also sells pre-made and organic goods that are very sought-after amongst Houstonians. The Highland Village Shopping Centre is currently owned by Haidar Barbouti. Haidar Barbouti has owned Highland Village since 1990.
Location
Highland Village is located inside the 610 Loop in the triangle formed by Greenway Plaza, Uptown, and River Oaks. Nearby Houston neighborhoods include Afton Oaks, Upper Kirby, Lynn Park, Oak Estates, River Oaks, and Weslayan Plaza. The city of West University Place is also near Highland Village.
Stores in the area include Highland Village Shopping Center, H-E-B's Central Market, and River Oaks District,.[1] Shopping in Uptown, The Galleria, and the Upper Kirby districts are nearby. The exact address of Highland Village is 4055 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027.
Business and shopping
Highland Village has some of the most prestigious shopping opportunities. Some esteemed shops in Highland Village include Restoration Hardware, Apple, Williams-Sonoma, Cole Haan, and Banana Republic. Highland Villages offers many different stores and businesses to appeal to every shopper.
Women's Fashion and Accessories: Anthropologie, Banana Republic, BHLDN, Brighton Collectibles, Calypso St. Barth, Chico's, Cole Haan, Francesca's Collection, JCrew, Joan Pillow- A Bridal Salon, Johnny Was, Kate Spade, Lucky Brand Dungarees, Lucy, Lululemon, Soma Intimates, Splendid, Tommy Bahama, Tossini, Victoria's Secret, Vineyard Vines, and White House Black Market.
Men's Fashion and Accessories: Banana Republic, Brighton Collectibles, Cole Haan, JCrew, Joseph A. Bank Clothiers, Lucky Brand Dungarees, Lululemon, Splendid, Tommy Bahama, Tossini, and Vineyeard Vines.
Children's Fashion and Accessories: Baby & Child, Janie and Jack, and Pottery Barn Kids.
Fine Jewelry: James Avery Craftsman, Valobra.
Footware: Brighton Collection, Cole Haan, Donald J Pliner, Joseph A. Bank Clothiers, Joseph, Lucchese, and Marmi.
Home Furnishings, Design, Electronics, Bath: Anthropologie, Apple, Casalinea, Crate and Barrel, Design Within Reach, Donald J Pliner, Mecox Garden, Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Quatraine Furniture, Restoration Hardware, West Elm, and Z Gallerie.
Home and Kitchen Accessories, Gifts and Collectables: Anthropologie, Create and Barrel, Donald J Pliner, Mecox Garden, Paper Source, Pottery Barn, Quatraine Furniture, Restoration Hardware, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma, and Z Gallerie.
Eye-ware and Eye-care: Vision Works.
Salons and Personal Care: Kiehl's Since 1851, L'Occitane En Provence, Lush Cosmetics, and Maison Luisant.
Food
Highland Village offers a melting pot of different types of cuisine. From the food ranging from Chinese to Mexican, you can virtually find any type of food to fit your craving. The restaurants in Highland Village are some of the most distinguished eating establishments.
| Restaurant Name | Type of Food |
|---|---|
| Drexel House | Winebar/Coffee Shop |
| Escalante's Mexican Grille | Mexican |
| P.F. Chang's China Bistro | Chinese |
| Ra Sushi | Japanese |
| Smith and Wollensky | Steakhouse, Seafood |
| Sprinkles Cupcakes | Dessert |
| Starbucks Coffee | Coffee Shop |
| Up | American |
Education
Primary and secondary schools
Public schools
Highland Village is served by Houston ISD schools.
Highland Village is zoned to:
Gallery of public schools
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St. George Place Elementary School
Private schools
Nearby private schools include The Kinkaid School and St. John's School.
Police Service
The neighborhood is within the Houston Police Department's Central Patrol Division .
Media
The Houston Chronicle is the area regional newspaper.
The River Oaks Examiner is a local newspaper distributed in the community .
References
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