We are going to tell you a secret: your next favorite bar requires you to spill one first. Located inside the still-new East River development, Cocktails Unknown is an outpost…

If you’ve spent any time on 14th street in the Heights, you know Heights & Co. is the reigning champ of the patio scene. Now owners Brian Doke and Evin Wood — hot off the heels…

There might be the smell of woodsmoke and grilled snapper coming from the Northside! And, it would be from Johnny Ritas now open in Lindale Park. It’s a family affair for owner…

In an era where Houston’s dining scene has been battered by everything from a global pandemic to a deep freeze, it’s nothing short of a miracle to see a local spot not just…

When Mac Haik set out to open his newest café, he didn't have to look far for a mascot — he just looked at his favorite beagle, Maggie. Named in her honor, Maggie’s Coffee has…

Native Houstonian and pitmaster Grant Pinkerton is bringing a whole lot of smoke to Upper Kirby, opening his third location just in time for 2026 Rodeo. The Lamar High School grad…

Ford Fry traded tacos for T-bones as he transformed The Heights outpost of Superica into Star Rover. It is a nostalgic pivot for the Houston-born restaurateur, serving as an ode to…

Eastbound Barbecue has traded its pop-up lifestyle for a permanent home in the heart of EaDo. Founded by a powerhouse team of four Killen’s Restaurant Group veterans, the new…

The iconic El Tiempo Cantina has landed at POST Houston, bringing its legendary sizzle to one of Downtown’s most visited hubs. Nestled right next to 713 Music Hall, it’s the…

River Oaks staple Fielding’s River Oaks has relaunched as Fielding’s STEAK. This isn't just a minor menu tweak; it’s a full-throttle reintroduction of the brand as a refined…

The future of lunch has officially landed in the Medical Center… and it’s carrying a spatula. iWok is shaking up the fast-casual scene with a "Robot Chef" system that replicates…

If the Westheimer curve feels a little more electric lately, it’s probably the glow coming from Maître D, the ultra-exclusive new members-only club by Vandelay Companies. Tucked…

If you’re looking for the most Instagrammable bite in The Heights, look no further than the Siberian Sturgeon Caviar service. In a stroke of adorable genius, it’s served with…

If you’re looking for the hottest ticket in town, you’re going to need a little bit of luck. Chef Manabu “Hori” Horiuchi has opened Sushi Horiuchi, an intimate six-seat omakase…

It’s not every day a neighborhood Tex-Mex joint gets a nod from the Michelin Guide two years in a row, but Candente has managed to pull it off while keeping things unpretentious…

It’s not often you find Japanese precision sharing a plate with bold Latin flavors, but Casa Kenji is making a strong case for the pairing. Taking over the former Andiron space on…

Who doesn’t love a great hotel bar? A new one has landed in the Galleria area near Maggiano’s that offers all the mood lighting and crystal stemware of a high-end hotel lobby…

It took nearly seven decades, but Fulshear’s most famous smokehouse has finally traded the quiet countryside for a sleek counter in Downtown. Dozier’s BBQ has been a Texas fixture…

How hot is too hot? If you’re asking that question, you probably shouldn’t start with the "Reaper" sauce at Hot Peckers. This new spot in The Finn food hall downtown comes from the…

Nelson Monteith grew up frequenting the River Oaks Shopping Center, so opening his first Houston restaurant there is a bit of a full-circle moment. He’s bringing Honest Mary's, the…

“I rhyme so long, rhyme so strong I flex my bicep then I swell on,” so say the lyrics from the classic Houston freestyle “Mo City Don” by rapper Z-Ro. It was only a matter of time…

Chef Terrence Gallivan has landed in The Heights inside the new Hotel Daphne, bringing to Hypsi the same creative energy he poured into ElRo Pizza & Crudo and Pass…

If the sound of church bells and lowing cattle doesn't wake you up, the Café de Olla definitely will. The Heights is now home to Los Chilaquiles, an immersive all-day resto that…

Chef Hugo Ortega is expanding his Downtown footprint with Zaranda, his newest concept overlooking Discovery Green — and one of his most personal. Created alongside his brother…

Lazy Lane is the newest concept from the peeps behind Heights & Co., bringing an indoor-outdoor neighborhood restaurant to Garden Oaks / Oak Forest. Owner Brian Doke calls it…

The team behind Leaf & Grain is stepping into full-service dining with Murray’s Pizza & Wine, a neighborhood spot in Memorial. “We wanted a place that had great pizza…

Seven Sushi & Robata has bowed in Dun Huang Plaza, bringing all-you-can-eat sushi to Chinatown. “There aren’t many all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants in the area,” says Grace…

Château Bellecru, a new French wine bar has landed off Studemont and I-10! The space is small and warm, with a focus on French bottles only — everything from easy-drinking whites…

Julep has been one of Houston’s most iconic cocktail bars for nearly a decade, and now it has a little sister next door: The Parlor at Julep, a cozy, modern cocktail den tucked…

Ramen Alley brings an Instagram-friendly idea to Chinatown: build-your-own instant ramen. You walk into a full wall stacked with more than 60 different packaged ramens — pick one…

The historic Tower Theatre on Westheimer is getting a new life as Doc’s, a supper club and live music venue from jazz pianist Brent “Doc” Watkins. The renovated Art Deco space…

Washington Ave. just scored a new neighborhood hangout with The Bell and Crane, the elevated dive bar dreamed up by Houston industry vet Ashley Bell. The space, a…

Katy just got a little taste of Paris (with a Texas twist) thanks to Coco Crepes & Coffee. The Houston-born café is celebrating its 10th location at The Market at Katy Park…

Houston has never been shy about fusion food, but Charm Taphouse & BBQ in the Woodlands might have just taken it to a new level. Thai food gets a smoky spin here, with brisket…

The team behind some of Houston’s most popular hangouts—Heights Bier Garten, Bayou Heights Bier Garten, Wooster’s Garden—has a new trick up its sleeve. This time, The Kirby Group…

Memorial has a new reason to grab breakfast on the go. Kolache Shoppe, the Houston institution that has been turning out Texas-Czech pastries since 1970, has opened its latest…

For years, Liberty Kitchen has been the place Houstonians go when they’re craving oysters on ice, coastal comfort, and a cocktail or two. Now the brand is swimming into new waters…

Maison Chinoise, from Lombardi Family Concepts, brings a Michelin-starred pedigree to West Gray. Executive Chef Jordan He, who spent nearly a decade at Wynn Las Vegas’ Wing Lei…

There’s a new glow above Post Oak. Moon, an intimate jewel-box bar perched above Tavola in BLVD Place, is the new concept from The Bastion Collection in partnership with Café…

“I ❤️ Montrose” greets diners at the new late-night hangout Ducky’s Pizza and Tavern on Fairview. The Galleria-area Irish pub’s second act trades shepherd’s pie for New…

Halal barbecue is getting its own home base. Truboy BBQ, the Houston-born company that has been shipping smoked meats nationwide, is opening its first brick-and-mortar location in…

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…

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…