Houston Restaurants

Andres Perekalski planned to postpone the COVID-19 vaccine for a year. The 43-year-old restaurateur said he didn’t know what to believe about the coronavirus or the vaccines. He admits he didn’t speak to a doctor about his concerns and instead relied on information from his social media feeds. While Perekalski …

The number of restaurant workers has been hit hard by the pandemic, with substantial losses in March and April 2020 in the Houston area. Now restaurants are starting to recover, following a similar trend in other industries as unemployment continues to decline. Aaron Lyons, founder of local restaurant Dish Society, …

Plans for Andiron include a dining room and bar / lounge that can accommodate 110 people. (Courtesy AvroKO) The modern Andiron Wood steakhouse arrives at Allen Parkway after officials from Sambrooks Management Co. rented space there in late July. Sambrooks, the company behind other Houston-area restaurants such as The Pit …

Will Houston restaurants need proof of Covid vaccination for customers? The short answer is absolutely no. Why? Because it would be against the law. In June, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law prohibiting any business from requiring proof of vaccination. Private companies can still bring back mask warrants, but …

A long-standing charitable catering program has announced its plans for 2021. Dining out for life will return July 24-31. Participating restaurants agree to either make a fixed donation or contribute a portion of the event’s sales to the AIDS Foundation Houston. Diners show their support by frequenting establishments for breakfast, …

Houston City Council has approved spending of $ 19.6 million for the development of Caroline Lofts, a planned affordable rental housing community that will go to Midtown at 2403 Caroline St., Houston. (Courtesy City of Houston) Houston City Council has approved spending of $ 19.6 million for the development of …

An old production of “Houston‘s Got Bollywood” at Miller Outdoor | Courtesy of Moksh Community Arts Take a H-Town weekend highlights tour with the 365 Houston Guide to the best things to do in Houston this weekend, Friday July 23 through Sunday July 25, 2021. Every weekend Houston is full …

SPRING, Texas – Clarissa and Randy Hall, owners of the Spring franchise of Hokulia Shave Ice, are taking a risk. About 60% understaffed, the couple will need 24 employees once they open their second snow cone store in the Spring area on July 17; they currently employ nine. “In the …

With in-flight alcohol service limited or unavailable, travelers to Houston have apparently taken matters into their own hands, with pre-flight alcohol consumption currently accounting for a significant portion of alcohol sales in the region. Based on data compiled by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for the month of June, …

A look at some of the major trade events and economic indicators coming up this week: Wall Street is waiting for another solid quarterly report from Coca-Cola. Analysts predict that the beverage company’s second-quarter profits and revenue improved from a year earlier, when the pandemic shocked the economy and much …

Chardonnay through the straw. A woman claims a misunderstanding. Video surveillance proves the opposite. Child abuse charge. Mireille Guerrier-Williams, courtesy of the Palm Beach County Jail. BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2021 MetroDesk Media, LLC) – A woman dining with her 3-year-old child in …

The annual fundraiser helps increase the income of local restaurants while also raising contributions for the Houston Food Bank. (Courtesy of Pexels) The annual Houston Restaurant Weeks fundraiser returns this year from August 1 to September 6, with more than 200 restaurants included in its lineup, announced on July 15. …

Anearly a decade after publishing its pick of the nation’s top 100 wine restaurants each year, the revered Wine lover skipped the pandemic year of 2020. For that year, the magazine anointed 50 restaurants with a new nickname, “Restaurants We Love 2021”. Three of them are from Houston. “These 50 …

HOUSTON, July 14, 2021 / PRNewswire / – A new program will feature some of the that of houston children most vulnerable to a world of culinary possibilities. Entitled Restaurant U, the initiative is a partnership between local associations Home made hope and the Greater Houston Texas Restaurant Association who …

Joey, a friendly new restaurant from Canada, will soon debut in Houston near the Galleria. A rep for the restaurant tells Eater that Joey is scheduled to open at 5054 Westheimer Road, Unit X01, on July 28. As previously stated, Joey will take over the luxurious 10,288 square foot space …

RICHMOND, Texas (KTRK) – Authorities need your help in locating a missing 41-year-old woman last seen at a Katy restaurant on Friday. Allison Chapman Kempe was reported missing after she failed to return home, authorities said. Kempe left a restaurant in the 6300 block of FM 1463 around 10:30 p.m. …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – The victim of a deadly shooting at the Downtown Aquarium has been identified by police. According to the Houston Police Department, Gabriel Moriones Vargas, 28, was killed when a man opened fire on him and his wife while they were having dinner Thursday night. His wife …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Houstonians of a certain age may remember restaurants that have been closed for a long time, including Mexican restaurant chain Monterey House. While the food was memorable, the free Mexican milk candy known as leche quemada was perhaps the most sought after. Restaurant workers placed the …

^ Keep Dallas Observer Free I support Local Community Journalism Support the independent voice of Dallas and help keep the future of Dallas Observer free. Kathleen Morgan began selling her frozen custards at Galveston Farmers Market. Cold desserts at a farmers market might seem overkill, but using milk from family-owned …

If the completely ridiculous recent opening is any indicator, the future of downtown nightlife may well be in one of its oldest buildings. The largest covered terrace bar in the city center, Mcintyre, recently opened with a well-filled event that looked positively pre-COVID. Young professionals, regulars and downtown residents, and …

SAN ANTONIO – A Mexican restaurant on the northeast side was ordered to undergo a re-inspection earlier this year after live cockroaches were found in an unused refrigerator upstairs and in other areas of the establishment. El Sabrosito de Jalisco’s Mexican restaurant, located in the 4100 block of Naco Perrin …

“We are not a club, we are a family restaurant,” the restaurant management said in an Instagram post. Houston‘s popular restaurant, Turkey Leg Hut, released a new dress code on Friday that banned “wave caps”, “du-rags”, “drop pants” and other clothing, and people didn’t. not. In a now-deleted Instagram post, …

Chad Johnson is starting to make a name for himself leaving big tips in restaurants while calling NBA players like Damian Lillard. In May, Johnson visited James Harden’s Thirteen Houston restaurant and left a very generous tip at the place. How much did he tip? $ 1,300 to be exact …

^ I support Local Community Journalism Support Houston‘s independent voice and help keep the future of Houston Press free. Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun food events: Homemade ice cream is back at Malaysia’s street food favorite Phat Restaurant, 23119 Colonial Parkway, and until …

This year, avoid a trip to this huge fireworks shop and let the professional pyrotechnicians take care of your evening. Head to your local park (or brewery) for an evening of fun, games, food, music, and of course, fireworks. Now wave to Katy Perry song. Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. One …

MOSCOW (AP) – Restaurants and cafes in Moscow on Monday began asking customers to provide proof of vaccination or a negative coronavirus test as the Russian capital faces a wave of new infections. According to a decision by city authorities last week, all restaurants, cafes and bars in Moscow should …

One Dim Sum (Midtown), participating in Asian Dining Month | Courtesy of One Dim Sum Make the most of your week with our top picks and activities this week in Houston from Monday June 28 to Independence Day Sunday July 4, 2021. Do you know of an event that could …

HOUSTON – A Houston restaurant owner is upset after someone broke into his business earlier this week. The London Cafe on Highway 6 was closed early Monday morning when someone smashed one of the windows. “I hope it’s the last time but it’s very hard, very hard to see it,” …

The Buffalo Bayou Burger at The Naturalist in the Medical Center Intercontinental Hotel Photo: Alison Cook / Staff There he stands, a pearl-frosted eminence shining with two bands of aquatic light, as you enter through the hall doors to the InterContinental Houston Hotel at the Medical Center. It’s like something …

Chicago based What if the union will bring two new restaurants to Houston at Texas Tower, a 47-story downtown office building developed by Hines and Ivanhoé Cambridge at 845 Texas Ave. The restaurant group has signed leases for more than 8,400 square feet of retail space. Etta, a neighborhood wood-fired …

The shortage of computer chips, caused by the huge demand for semiconductors far beyond the supply capacity, reached the Houston Restaurant Community. Jonathan Horowitz from Convive Hospitality Consulting says he hits them where it hurts. Now that restaurants are serving more diners for longer hours – they’re joining the global …

Barbecue plate with pork ribs, smoked turkey, breast, sausage, pulled pork, smoked chicken with the new Feges BBQ Spring Branch. Photo: Julie Soefer Fégès barbecue, Houston’s popular barbecue joint that has risen to prominence from its unlikely debut at a Greenway office complex, opens its second location on June 20 …

Little Joy Snacks, Sweets & Gifts is now open at Sugar Land Square. The shop features a “variety of goodies and curated selection of trinkets with the residents of Sugar Land.” The new small business is located in a kiosk in the plaza adjacent to the Great Holiday Store and …

Glad it’s over. 2020 will remain as a year to remember – or to forget. The impact of the pandemic and the resulting recession on the Greater Houston business landscape is clearly reflected in this year’s Chronicle 100. Only 56 companies made it to this year’s Best Performing Companies list, …

Chancellor Evans, 3, eats watermelon on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the Heights Mercantile Farmer’s Market in Houston. Photo: Jon Shapley / Team Photographer Ivy Walls grows vegetables at Ivy leaf farms to provide accessible food to her Sunnyside community. This Juneteenth, she celebrates the holiday with watermelons. The Houston …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – After closing for good in late 2020, the legendary honky-tonk Firehouse Saloon nearly burned down early Thursday morning in southwest Houston. The building has been abandoned for some time. The Houston Fire Department said it responded to the old lounge located in the 5900 block of …

Boom Shaka Lager Fest will celebrate all things lager beer. Photo: Urban South HTX A festival dedicated to the unsung beer hero is coming to Houston soon: Mark your calendars for the Boom Shaka Lager Fest on June 26 at Urban South HTX. Over 15 breweries, most of them from …

Barrel of Monkeys Hospitality, the group behind Lindale Park’s favorite Monkey tail, finalized plans for Mechanic, his replacement for Petrol Station, and partnered with one of Houston’s most acclaimed beverage spirits to develop cocktails for both locations. Beverage Director Lainey Collum joins the company after much-loved stints at Hay Merchant, …

Bailey Rae, who was performing at Dosey Doe Big Barn on June 19, was nominated for several awards in 2020. (Courtesy Bailey Rae) Cynthia Woods Mitchell Hall 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, Woods 281-364-3010 www.woodlandscenter.org July 09 Clay walker, 7 p.m. 10 Los Aguilar, 8 p.m. 16 Banda MS with Natalie …

Photo by Emerson Vieira on Unsplash It’s summer in Houston, and that means it’s barbecue season. Of course, barbecue season lasts pretty much all year round in Texas. Still, if you’re craving something grilled, smoked, or dipped in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, take a look at our list …

Taco Bueno sells tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, and other unique items, including Muchaco, a taco made with a soft shell similar to a pita. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock) Read the latest business and community news in the Houston area. Katy Taco Bueno soon at Katy’s The restaurant sells tacos, burritos, …

Update: San Antonio-style, people started lining up at 9 a.m. to get their Turkey Leg Hut orders, the company says. It’s two hours before the start time. The Houston restaurant, which has a weekend pop-up event, shared a video showing a line stretching across the Freeman Coliseum parking lot. Houston’s …

We’ve had a tough year with success, and this summer we’re celebrating – away from home, of course. But summer in Houston means more heat and more humidity – so how do you prepare for Houston’s (arguably) most intense season? WHERE TO DINNER: Houston Restaurants Among Yelp’s Top 100 Places …

Pear A new restaurant arriving in downtown Perry wants to offer its customers an experience reminiscent of dining in one of the iconic cities of the South. ‘Orléans on Carroll Street is scheduled to open in early 2022 at 807 Carroll St. “They’re going to be totally submerged – from …

Riding in the back of an Uber prevented many people from accessing hospital beds, according to a Houston-based study released Wednesday. “The data shows that ridesharing companies can reduce these incidents because they provide young people with an alternative to drunk driving,” said Dr. Christopher Conner, resident in neurosurgery at …

Katy’s iconic restaurant, Snappy’s, has a new owner, but don’t worry, she promises the beloved restaurant won’t change. Anna Liu bought the popular Old Town Katy for breakfast and lunch on June 1 following the retirement of former owners Bobby Katsabas and Alex Tsounakas. Her biggest commitment, she said, is …

Amanda Drane, Personal editor June 7, 2021Update: June 7, 2021 at 4:00 a.m. Houston by the end of the summer.”/> CarMax will be hosting a hiring event this week with the goal of hiring more than 90 auto service professionals in Houston by the end of the summer. Michael Wyke …

Several Pride Kemah events will be held at the Trout Company (left) on Bradford Ave. (Colleen Ferguson / Community Impact Newspaper) Starting June 7, the colorful pride dreams of Colton Trout and Shannan Peterson will become a reality with the very first Kemah Pride Week. The two Bay Area residents …

Lagoonfest offers several raised decks that can be hired for parties. (Colleen Ferguson / Community Impact Journal) Read the most popular news from the Houston area from the past week. Bay area PHOTOS: Lagoonfest Texas opens with Houston’s longest swim-up bar Despite overcast and stormy weather on May 28, Houstonians …

Tourists are returning, but San Antonio’s River Walk houseboat tours cannot meet demand due to a shortage of workers, including boat captains. It keeps more than half of the fleet off the San Antonio River, resulting in reduced services and long waits for potential passengers. “Like all other San Antonio …

^ I support Local Community Journalism Support Houston‘s independent voice and help keep the future of Houston Press free. Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink events: German Tomball Festival in the old town Tomball Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. …

It’s not every day that homebuyers get the chance to own a piece of history. But that’s exactly what the next owners of 319 Hawthorne Street. will have. This magnificent Victorian, beautifully renovated, dates from 1905. Built from a mail order plan designed by architect George Barber, the house is …

Summer Moon Coffee opened its Friendswood store in mid-May. (Summer moon cafe courtesy) These four companies opened in Pearland and Friendswood in May. Austin-based Summer Moon Coffee opened its location at 1765 S. Friendswood Drive, Ste. 101, Friendswood. The company is known for its oak roasted coffee and sweet cream, …

Dawson High School Social Studies Team Ranks Second at UIL Students at Dawson High School placed second in humanities in the UIL competition. (Courtesy of Pearland ISD) Students at Dawson High School placed second in humanities in the UIL competition. (Courtesy of Pearland ISD) Now is the opportunity to help …

The new community center spans 24,500 square feet. (Courtesy of Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam) Harris County 3 precinct officials officially opened the Steve Radack Community Center at 18650 Clay Road, Houston on May 27. The new facility was built over the floodplain to replace the Bear Creek Community Center, which …

Chad Johnson has a big piece of advice for James Harden. Former NFL group known as “Chad Ochocinco” visited Harden’s Thirteen Houston restaurant over the weekend, leaving their server a plus-size tip. In a receipt posted on his Twitter accountJohnson added a tip of $ 1,300 on top of his …

Scloudy skies, warmer weather and longer days can only mean one thing. It’s officially patio season in Texas. After a grueling Texas winter and short spring, it’s time for cold drinks, innovative menus and plenty of time outdoors. Some of the best patios in Texas can be found at Midway …

Houston restaurant chain to bring back its chicken dishes with a massive online and email campaign. They hope to raise enough money to get a “Bring Back the Tendies” billboard near the location of the Atlanta – West Paces restaurant.” title=”Four New Jersey high school students are hoping to convince …

The long weekend (and the much needed salvation for those who gave the nation their all) means Houstonians are looking for local getaways. While many hop spots are fully booked for Memorial Day weekend (Houstonian hotel staff confirms that this stylish place is crowded), many hotels still have availability and …

Texan restaurants like Curry Boys BBQ and Khói combine the state’s barbecue traditions with Asian ingredients and preparations, but don’t call it fusion. Sean Giggy from WFAA in Dallas roams the region in search of hidden barbecue gems. He discovered the new excavations for Smoke Sessions Barbecue in Royse City, …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – In a month’s time increased unemployment benefits in Texas will end, but ABC13 is offering you a way to get a job fast. On Thursday, Eyewitness News will host its weekly virtual job fair in partnership with Workforce Solutions. We will feature over 2,000 positions with …

HOUSTON (CW39) Houston Police are warning the public of dangerous suspects who have targeted a woman leaving a north Houston bank. On Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 1:53 p.m., investigators say the woman was entering a restaurant on the 900 block of Tidwell, north Houston. She told police she was …

Bluewave Seafood, opening at 6211 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 126, Katy, has a large patio. (Courtesy of Pexels) Read the latest business and community news from the Houston area. Katy New seafood restaurant in Katy opens soon Bluewave Seafood will open at 6211 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 126, Katy, early …

This article originally appeared on May 15, 2020 in Amanda Kludt’s newsletter “From the Editor,” a roundup of the most vital news and stories in the food world each week. Read the archives and Subscribe now. Here’s what you missed on Eater last week: – Openings: Cafe Leonelli, a brand …

BERLIN – Hit by the pandemic, legendary nightclubs in Berlin begin to reopen. Kind of. Several nightlife establishments in the German capital managed a limited restart with pubs and restaurants this weekend. Clubs open their outdoor spaces to patrons only as beer gardens or for small concerts and performances, provided …

JOrdan Nova, director of the two new restaurants at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, was stunned by a recent morning when he checked the reservation numbers for Le Jardinier. Open just two days, the stylish gem, set in a serene corner of the recently opened Nancy and Rick …

Post-pandemic activity is jumping on Kemah promenade, as more people get vaccinated and COVID-19 restrictions relax. The Rock the Dock concert series and the annual Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Epicurean Night returned Thursday night. The festivities marked the return of events since the shutdown. A Journey tribute band …

The Society of Samaritans in Magnolia will celebrate its 35th anniversary at its annual gala next month, one of its biggest fundraisers of the year, as Magnolia’s need for assistance continues to grow. The gala, whose theme this year is “Contagious Grace,” will take place at 6:30 pm on June …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – If you’ve ever been to the Farmer’s Market on Airline Drive, you know what kind of food you can find. But, if you haven’t been there for a while, you’ll be surprised what happened to it. “Oh I love it! I love it!” Said client Annie …

Houston pizza lovers rejoice. The city’s most authentic New York slice is back. Romano’s Pizza will reopen for lunch and dinner service starting Monday, May 24. been closed since November, after a fire in the adjacent nail salon caused extensive smoke damage. After cleaning up the mess, the restaurant decided …

It’s probably a cliché. Definitely a cliché. But Lance and Boo Eaker were one day talking in early 2020, starting their third year owning and operating a barbecue kitchen truck, and had reached a crossroads. It was either this or that. Cliché, but it happens. “My wife told me, ‘This …

The sumptuous dining room at Turner’s. Photo by Mai Pham. Fans of Annie at 1800 Post Oak, as well as Turner’s, the gourmet restaurant tucked inside, will have to wait patiently for its next visit. The establishments share a kitchen, and on Wednesday, May 19, a fire broke out in …

Let’s start by mourning our lost colleagues, managers, employees, customers and suppliers. More than 50,000 Texans have succumbed to COVID-19. Most of us know someone who has died and many are in mourning. We have lost leaders, entrepreneurs, experts, artisans and workers who made successful businesses. Replacing them will not …

The Krabby Patty formula is one of television’s best-kept secrets. It’s the burger of choice for the citizens of Bikini Bottom, the fictional home of SpongeBob SquarePants. The comic book icon is a cook of fries at Krusty Krab, where he serves them daily and thwarts Nemesis Plankton’s attempts to …

FRISCO, TX (AP) – The way Sam Houston handled it all in the longest and most unusual college football season, coach KC Keeler felt it was fitting for the Bearkats to secure their first title FCS National with a last-minute touchdown after waiting for a long weather delay. × This …

Below is a list of the best vegan restaurants in Houston. To help you find the best vegan restaurants near you in Houston, we’ve put together our own list based on this list of rating points. Best vegan restaurants in Houston: The top rated vegan restaurants in Houston are: Just …

A Bengal tiger who had been missing for almost a week was found, Houston officials said. “We are happy to report that the extinct tiger seen in a Houston neighborhood last week has been found and appears to be unharmed,” Houston Police tweeted. Houston Police Cmdr. Ron Borza identified Gia …

(NEW YORK) – The tiger on the loose for nearly a week after being seen roaming the streets of a Houston neighborhood has been moved to an animal sanctuary. India, the 9-month-old Bengal tiger, will be featured in a half-acre woodland plot at the Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch in …

Crunch Fitness replaces 24 Hour Fitness, which closed its Atascocita site along with at least 11 other facilities in the Greater Houston area last June. (Courtesy of Crunch Fitness) Crunch Fitness, a national gym franchise, will open in July at 7068 FM 1960 Road E., Humble. The company is replacing …

The new campus will be modeled after the full facilities of Houston Methodist West and Houston Methodist The Woodlands. (Courtesy of Houston Methodist) Read the most popular news from the Houston area from the past week. Houston Metro Woodtrace Boulevard extension project to connect the highway. 249 and FM 2978 …

It wasn’t that long ago that one side of Liz and Tom Glanville’s River Oaks home had nothing but a trampoline and hot tub. They knew it was time for an upgrade, a cabin they could attach to their home for an indoor-outdoor patio experience. At the same time, they …

Michael Rodgers arrived at the bustling Turkey Leg Hut on Friday in hopes of getting a decadent turkey leg stuffed with shrimp and fries. He left with an extra side: an injection of the COVID vaccine. “I just got to experience Turkey, but since it was right here and I …

Imperio Wine & Spirits sells a variety of alcohols, beers, wines and spirits. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock) Read the latest business and community news from the Greater Houston area. Katy Imperio Wine & Spirits now open in Katy Imperio Wine & Spirits, a family owned liquor store, opened March 30 …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Houston’s top vaccine expert and restaurant manager take a look at the CDC’s new directions for fully vaccinated Americans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday it was relaxing mask-wearing guidelines for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors, in crowds …

A local hostel reaches new heights with a new look and a new name. The former Astro Inn in the Brooke Smith Historic District is now the Heights House Hotel – after a $ 3.5 million renovation – promising a trendy stay or vacation destination. The new hotel (100 W. …

California-based restaurant is heating up Houston‘s hot chicken boom. Dave’s Hot Chicken will open at least six locations in the Houston area starting this summer. The Los Angeles-based restaurant signed a franchise agreement with Dos Niños Enterprises, LLC for the Houston-College Station market. Brian Wells of Dos Niños told CultureMap …

We all know there are some great places to eat in Texas, and now Yelp has provided a Top 100 of the places you need to go. Of course, in an incredible city like Houston, our restaurants are found all along the list. According to Yelp, the list is the …

DoorDash reported Thursday that its sales had nearly tripled in the first three months of the year, with demand for food delivery remaining high even as American restaurants reopened their dining rooms. DoorDash said its revenue jumped 198% to $ 1.1 billion between January and March. That was well above …

One of this year’s most anticipated restaurants has opened in The Heights. Cantine Da Gama began a soft and silent opening before an official opening on Saturday May 15th. Named in honor of Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama, the restaurant is inspired by the Portuguese-Indian territories of Goa, East Africa …

Many barbecue grills these days are dabbling in sausage making, and many well masters are turning to cookbooks and YouTube videos to learn the proper techniques. “Making the sausage” is aptly a term used to describe something that is complex and complicated to produce. While it is possible to make …