Nigeria, Feb. 22 -- A close friend of mine recently commemorated his birthday, and as a true epicurean, he sought to mark the occasion with an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Naturally, we, his friends, took it upon ourselves to make that happen. Someone in the group recommended a restaurant that was supposedly worth every mile, every minute, and every bite. It was a bit of a drive, but when the promise of great food is on the table, what's a little inconvenience?

So, we braved Houston's infamous traffic, two grueling hours of stop-and-go congestion, all in pursuit of what we imagined would be a culinary masterpiece. When we finally arrived, we were met with a sight that was both reassuring and unnerving: a line of eager diners str...