The home of the Houston Texans gets high marks in the USA Today’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.
HOUSTON — USA Today has released its annual Reader’s Choice Awards for the 10 best NFL Stadiums in the country.
NRG Stadium in Houston is ranked No. 6 overall.
“From football games to concerts to rodeos, NRG Stadium is one of the most impressive event venues in the entirety of the Lone Star State,” USA Today says.
They cited good views from every seat in the stadium and the first NFL venue with a retractable roof that keeps fans cool on hot, humid days and warm on cold winter days.
Top 10 NFL stadiums overall
1. Lumen Field in Seattle
2. Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta
3. Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis
4. U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis
5. AT&T Stadium in Arlington
6. NRG Stadium in Houston
7. Lambeau Field in Green Bay
8. Cesars Superdome in New Orleans
9. SoFi Stadium in Inglewood
10. Hard Rock Stadium in Miami
Top 10 Stadiums for food
When it comes to gameday grub, NRG scores big with a dynamic selection from gourmet meals to good, old TexMex. NRG collaborates with culinary stars and personalities, including James Beard Award-winning Chef Chris Shepherd.
Restaurants like Goode Co., El Tiempo, Truth BBQ, Trill Burger and Hugo’s are also on the menu.
While chowing down, fans can sip on local brews, wine and cocktails in lounges, cantinas or saloons.
1. Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta
2. Lumen Field in Seattle
3. NRG Stadium in Houston
4. AT&T Stadium in Arlington
5. U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis
6. Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis
7. Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte
8. Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh
9. SoFi Stadium in Inglewood
10. Lambeau Field in Green Bay
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