NRG Stadium Sports Fan Tips

NRG Stadium is a venue in or near Houston that is most often used for Rodeo

Best restaurants near NRG Stadium?

I love Taco Cabana and getting some fresh Tex-Mex before a game. There is also your regular fast food joints and Whataburger is a local favorite that is fast and cheap.

Safety at NRG Stadium?

NRG Stadium is in a good part of Houston and there are shopping centers and restaurants around the stadium. The Texans are really nice and are always willing to help if needed.

Best bars near NRG Stadium?

Fat Boys bar and grill is very good and has great deals on drinks and food for real cheap. There is also a Jamaican rum bar which has great Caribbean flare and jerk chicken to die for.

Dealing with scalpers at NRG Stadium?

There are scalpers everywhere around the stadium and it is encouraged that you don't buy above face value but I have never seen an actual cop enforce this law. You can always negotiate down but I wouldn't pay more than face value.

Best giveaways at NRG Stadium?

The Texans are great about giving t-shirts, J.J. Watt memorabilia, hats, coolers, posters, frisbees, mini footballs and other Texan gear to its fans before and during games.

What to expect from the NRG Stadium crowd?

Texans fans are like any Texas sports team. They are loyal, loud, and die-hard football fans that love their Texans. They love chanting we love the Texans and are waiting for Watt to lead the team to the Super Bowl.

Things to check out around NRG Stadium?

There is the astrodome which is close by and then the convention center which hosts the annual country fair and horse racing. There is also lots of parks and lakes around the area if you like the outdoors. I would also strongly encourage you to eat some good Mexican food from a place like Taco Cabana, Cafe Rio, or any other local joint.

Best insider tip for NRG Stadium?

If you get a chance to see a game at NRG stadium I would strongly encourage you to sit in the "Bull Pen," made up of the most enthusiastic fans who provide a fiesta-type atmosphere. Those who are in the Bull Pen stand, cheer, chant, sing, and support the Texans.

Best food and drink at NRG Stadium?

NRG Stadium has some good food selections inside with great Nachos, fabulous hot dogs and pretzels, and decent pizza. There are also beer, margaritas, slurpees, coke products and other little treats.

Stores to hit up at NRG Stadium?

The Go Texans store is located inside the stadium and has all Texan gears with jerseys, t-shirts, hats, footballs, flags, and other memorabilia. There are little shops and vendors in other areas that sell limited amounts of goods.

NRG Stadium seating?

This stadium is awesome for football and there is no bad seat in the place. I like sitting in the second level because the tickets are a little cheaper but you are still pretty close to the action. The Upper deck still has a good vantage point and can usually be bought for around $40.

NRG Stadium parking?

There is plenty of parking everywhere and a lot of people illegally park at hotels but no one ever enforces it and you can usually find street parking if you get there early enough. If you must pay for parking you can park for $10-$15 a mile or so away and then $30 right next to the stadium.

Directions to NRG Stadium?

NRG Stadium is about seven miles southwest of downtown Houston within the Houston Inner Loop of the southern portion of Interstate Loop 610. The area is known as the Houston Medical District and has really been built up thanks to the stadium being there.

Artifacts to look for at NRG Stadium?

There is a rodeo cowboy statue outside the stadium as well as cows, horses, and other livestock which is kind of funny. The team doesn't really pay homage to the Oilers who used to play there but there should be a Warren Moon statue eventually.