Montrose is no stranger to buzzy restaurants, but few openings have been as intriguing as Alora—a Peruvian-Vietnamese fusion resto. The address has history: it was once home to Kau…
What makes Blue Claw Seafood Restaurant & Bar stand out? The lobster on your plate was pulled straight from the waters of Nova Scotia or New Brunswick by the restaurant’s very…
Katz’s never kloses—and now it never kloses in Memorial City. The beloved New York-style deli, famous for its mile-high sandwiches and cheeky motto, has opened its fifth location…
King Steak has made its debut in Post Oak, and it’s not your typical dark-paneled, old-school steakhouse. Seasoned restaurateur Johnny Vassallo—best known for Mo’s Pub—has returned…
Market Street in The Woodlands has a new hangout. Local Public Eatery has arrived with a relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe. From the same hospitality group that brought Joey Uptown to…
A Houston pitmaster is swapping smoke for slices. John Avila, the barbecue veteran behind Henderson & Kane General Store off Washington Avenue, has turned his attention to…
Small buns, big ambition. Slip Sliders has landed in the Museum District with a menu that proves good things really do come in bite-sized packages. The sliders are anything but…
After five years of selling out pop-ups, in 2025, Boo’s Burgers finally put down roots in the vibrant Esplanade at Navigation. Known for its OG Burger, Boo’s has always been about…
Houston’s hand roll obsession has spread west. Handies Douzo, the casual sushi spot with outposts in the Heights and Montrose, has opened its third location in Spring Branch. The…
Montrose’s historic Tower Theatre block on Westheimer has a flavorful new addition with Nando’s PERi PERi. This marks the third Houston location, joining Post Oak and Cinco Ranch…
Pie Tap Pizza has landed on the ground floor of the Novel Residences in River Oaks! From the team behind bougie Dallas favorites Evelyn and The Mexican, this Houston outpost keeps…
Savoir is back. The beloved Mediterranean-inspired restaurant closed in early March 2025 but reopened with new leadership and a new menu in August of the same year. It has found…
CityCentre has a chic new hangout: The Allegory Bar opened in 2025. Tucked inside The Moran hotel, Allegory is designed as a lively social hub with a mix of classic bar seating…
The Toasted Coconut unveiled in 2025 a new speakeasy inside its Montrose home on Richmond Avenue: The Road to Nowhere. Tucked into what was once the private dining room, the…
The Waffle Bus, one of the city’s favorite purveyors of sweet and savory waffle sandwiches, bowed in Cypress in 2025, joining brick-and-mortars in the Heights and Montrose. “We’ve…
Houston diners have a new spot to gather, toast, and share plates: Yiayia’s Pappas Greek Kitchen. Inspired by the Pappas family’s matriarch, Yiayia Mary, the restaurant is all…
Bar Buena is River Oaks’ newest hideaway for mezcal lovers, cocktail enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a good mood lighting moment. Tucked inside Goode Co. Kitchen and…
Bar Madonna is the kind of place that makes you wonder if you’ve just stepped off Westheimer and into a dream. Tucked inside The Marlene—a transformed Montrose mansion that’s now a…
From the team behind a’Bouzy comes something a little more smoky and a little more spicy: Chupa’s Fajitas and Rita’s To-Go. This takeout-only concept is the brainchild of owner…
Drop Shots HTX may be built around pickleball, but don’t let the paddles fool you—this Height’s spot is serving just as much on the plate as it is on the court. With a full bar and…
Tucked behind Betelgeuse Betelgeuse in Montrose, Endless Bummer is anything but your average tiki bar. This moody, neon-soaked hideaway is the latest project from bar owner Chris…
The team behind The Burger Joint and The Taco Stand is back at it—this time with shave ice and frozen cocktails. Say hello to Happy Go Lucky, a tropical-inspired treat stop now…
Kitchen Rumors is the latest from Kahani Social Group — the team behind Amrina, the beloved Indian restaurant in The Woodlands. Now they’re bringing their signature style into the…
Settling into Autry Park, Mayahuel is where modern Mexican cuisine meets old-world reverence. The latest concept from Culinary Khancepts (the team behind State Fare, Leo’s, and…
Downtown Houston just got a serious flavor upgrade, courtesy of Peppaz. After turning heads (and turning up the heat) with their wildly popular food truck, the wing-slinging duo…
The Board Room brings wine, charcuterie, and neighborhood charm to CityCentre. From Memorial locals Carly and John Whitehurst, this new café-meets-wine-bar is all about laid-back…
The Butcher’s Grille has officially landed in Houston! Known for serving up premium halal dishes with care and craft, the family-owned restaurant hailing from Dearborn, Michigan…
Tucked into the base of SkyHouse River Oaks, Botonica is bringing a story-driven cocktail experience to one of Houston’s most refined neighborhoods. The bartender-owned concept is…
Camaraderie, the new fine-casual concept from award-winning Chef Shawn Gawle, brings a warm and thoughtful approach to the Heights’ hip 11th Street dining scene. Gawle’s mantra…
Diversión quietly shuttered its Spring Branch outpost after being named one of Esquire ’s Best Bars in America in 2022. But, imbibers, rejoice! The cocktail hotspot has reopened in…
A bold, boozy, and unapologetically fun new spot has arrived in the Heights. Good God, Nadine’s is part cocktail lounge, part garden party, and part Southern comfort…
Latuli, the refined new restaurant from Allison Knight and chef Bryan Caswell, has opened in the Memorial neighborhood—blending Gulf Coast roots with global inspiration. The menu…
Located inside Heights House Hotel, Soluna is a vibrant all-day concept inspired by the Latin sun-and-moon lifestyle—its name combining the Spanish words for both. Chef-driven and…
Tucked unexpectedly inside the lobby of a Courtyard by Marriott, Silk Road is one of Houston’s most intriguing new openings. Led by Michelin-experienced Chef Insingha, the…
Slowpokes, the beloved Houston-based coffee shop known for its community-driven vibe and all-day café menu, has opened its seventh location in the East End. This newest outpost…
If you’re craving a slice of Tulum without leaving Houston, look no further than TAGO, a sultry coastal eatery in Midtown. With its tropical greenery, flickering lanterns, and…
Trill Burgers, the smashburger sensation from Houston icon Bun B, has opened its second brick-and-mortar location, this time in Spring. Following the blockbuster success of its…
Chef Nick Wong, known for his time at Houston’s beloved UB Preserv and New York’s Momofuku, is back—and this time, he’s telling a deeply personal story through food. His new…
Say ciao to Aperitivo, the latest hotspot from the hospitality minds behind The Astorian, Le Tesserae, and Jackson & Company. This cocktail and dining terrace is perched five…
Montrose’s still-new Regent Square just got a whole lot more stylish thanks to the arrival of De Fortune, a sultry new cocktail lounge. Brought to life by the team at MAKE…
Vinyl lovers and cocktail connoisseurs, meet your new obsession: HiFi, an immersive record-listening and craft cocktail lounge tucked into the mezzanine of downtown’s food hall The…
Houston’s vibrant sushi scene just got a stunning new addition. Hachi, a sleek omakase-focused restaurant now open in the Galleria area, is already turning heads with its deeply…
Hudson House is back for seconds—this time bringing its East Coast charm to the heart of Rice Village. Following the success of its River Oaks outpost, the new resto serves up the…
Ichijiku, the L.A.-born sushi bar, has made its Houston debut with a new outpost in Chinatown. This inviting spot brings a refreshingly unpretentious take on Edomae-style sushi—a…
Kokoro, which means “heart” in Japanese, offers guests a front-row seat to the artistry of Chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee. After honing their skills side-by-side at the…
Proper – A Burger Spot brings a bold new flavor to The Finn, Houston’s modern downtown food hall known for curating standout local culinary talent. With a retro diner vibe…
Bringing a taste of Napa Valley to Houston, Succulent Fine Dining is the latest concept from Shawn Virene, the restaurateur behind a’Bouzy. Located in Regent, Succulent blends Napa…
Al fresco dining lovers, rejoice! City Cellars HTX has opened with a spacious covered patio and lush garden area in the East River development. Offering sweeping views of downtown…
Brennan’s, a Houston institution for 58 years, has reimagined The Courtyard Bar with a year-long renovation and expansion. The new space blends personal touches from proprietors…
Duckstache Hospitality — the team behind Handie’s Duzo and other popular sushi concepts — opened Doko in Autry Park. Unlike Duckstache’s other concepts, Doko serves an equal…
Guests of Upper Kirby’s newly opened Haii Keii enter through a dark portal illuminated by abstract, otherworldly plexiglass screens and emerge into an over-the-top…
After winning over loyal fans with her popular pop-ups, Chef Jane Wild has found a permanent home in the Heights with Jane and the Lion BakeHouse—her first brick-and-mortar…
Houston’s poshest new hotel is also home to Aaron Bludorn’s latest concept Perseid. Located in Hotel Saint Augustine — just steps away from The Menil Collection with décor inspired…
Remi has bowed in Euro-chic Hotel Granduca. The sophisticated restaurant from Episcope Hospitality blends European culinary tradition with Southern hospitality. Designed by Houston…
In the still-new Thompson Houston hotel, Chardon joins Maven and Toca Modera as dining options at the see-and-be-seen hotel. Chef EJ Miller will be recognizable to Houston foodies…
