Visit one of these Houston eateries that are serving up a Renaissance favorite, the Monte Cristo sandwich.
A Monte Cristo is a tasty treasure of a ham and/or turkey and cheese sandwich that is deep fried, topped with powdered sugar, and then served with a sweet jam on the side. For many, that is a recipe for quite an amazing sandwich.
4 Spots to Find a Tasty Monte Cristo in Houston
- Kenny & Ziggy’s – The Post Oak favorite is serving up the sweet and savory sandwich grilled and with a choice of fruit or a side of fries. The deli has been serving Houston for nearly 20 years and never disappoints.
- House of Pies – A hit amongst the late night crowd, House of Pies is serving up the Monte Cristo deep-fried and topped with powdered sugar. If you still have space for more sweet treats, perhaps ending the night with one of their famous pies is the way to go.
- Bennigan’s – Dubbed as the “World Famous Monte Cristo” Bennigans seems to have a winner on their hands. The red raspberry preserve dipping sauce is the right accompaniment for this savory-sweet sandwich classic.
- The Renaissance Festival – Go straight to the source at the Renaissance Fest. There are several vendors that are serving up tasty takes on this familiar sandwich. Perhaps, being served your Monte Cristo by someone in Medieval attire will make the experience even more enjoyable.