Briar Forest West Houston

Welcome to Briar Forest West Houston

Neighborhoods Included

Memorial, Briar Forest

A quick 30-minute drive west of Downtown Houston, the Briar Forest-West Houston community feels like a refreshing oasis away from the busy pace of the urban streets. Although its proximity to the Beltway and Interstate 10 makes for an effortless escape to the city’s major attractions, the feel-good, neighborly vibes will make you never want to stray far from its borders. Block parties, casual get-togethers at local restaurants, and summertime hangs at the community pool are a part of everyday life for this area’s residents — as are local holiday celebrations, such as fireworks on the Fourth of July and extravagant displays of Christmas decorations. Within this area, the Briar Forest neighborhood draws in more of the young professional crowd with its many apartment offerings. Additionally, the affluent Memorial neighborhood’s upscale homes make it one of the more expensive places to settle down.

Neighborhood Vibe

Walking around the pristine, tree-lined streets of the Briar Forest-West Houston community, you’ll spot classic, single-family ranch-style homes, as well as opulent, modern mansions and plush high-rise apartments. And, with a welcoming face behind every door, it's no wonder that locals spend their weekends socializing with their neighbors at various community spaces. At one of these, Terry Hershey Park, residents can jog or pedal their way across 11 miles of hike and bike trails. When the weather calls for indoor activities, locals head to the Memorial City Mall to stroll the racks or catch a movie.

Our Favorite Spots

You can glimpse the wide variety of cultures and cuisines found within Houston by visiting one of the area’s many dining spots. First up, Japanese restaurant Ramen Bar Ichi serves noodle soups so good you’ll crave them even through the hot Texas summer. Then, there’s casual dining hang Flip’n Patties, where the all-American burger gets a huge upgrade with an infusion of traditional Filipino flavors. Finally, diners can dip their way through H-Town’s favorite take on hummus at popular Persian grill Kasra.

Things to Know

The Briar Forest-West Houston area offers many family-friendly amenities, with multiple child-care centers alongside highly-rated private and public schools located here. A slew of kid-focused indoor play places, such as The Little Gym Memorial and We Rock The Spectrum, create a perfect atmosphere for weekend fun. To balance out all of that playground activity, several breweries create ideal destinations for the community’s young professionals and any adults in need of a break. Or, to blow off some steam outdoors, George Bush Park, a massive plot of land, provides plenty of sports and recreational facilities.