Openings and Closings

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (186+ words) Building on growing demand for AI across energy and industrial operations HOUSTON, September 03, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Shape Digital, an industrial AI company that develops decision-making platforms for asset-heavy industries, today announced the expansion of its Houston operations to support the company's…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (277+ words) One of Houston's first restaurants on the Texas Michelin Guide is shutting down after a two-year run. Lucille's Hospitality Group announced Monday that Late August at The Ion development has ended regular dining service, but it's not going away entirely....

1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (232+ words) One week has passed since another beloved Texas barbecue joint announced it will be closing for good in the next few weeks. Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue, the creation of late pitmaster John Brotherton, is shutting down after nine years in…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (235+ words) Editor's note: It's time to catch up on the top Houston news of the week, from high-profile restaurant openings to the return of a foodie favorite event. Get the details on our most popular stories below, then plan your weekend…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (123+ words) With more than 13,000 restaurants, food trucks, and pop-ups scattered across its sprawling neighborhoods, Houston isn’t just a great American food city. It’s one of the most globally expressive. Here, a single day of eating might include smoky brisket, Vietnamese dumplings,…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago   (141+ words) Kazzan Ramen & Bar, the restaurant known for its volcano-style ramen, is closing its Houston Heights location. The restaurant, which opened last summer, served viral "volcano" ramen in a hot stone bowl filled with thick noodles and vegetables, with hot broth…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (359+ words) Drury Inn & Suites Houston near the Galleria is expected to ceaser operations on May 5, 2026. It's the end of an era for a long-time Houston hotel. The Drury Inn & Suites Houston near the Galleria will close operations on May 5, a staff…...

10+ mon, 1+ day ago   (563+ words) G & F wings at Ginger & Fork, which just closed in Houston after 10 years. From Spring to Third Ward, several Houston restaurants served their last meals in October, as many more restaurants have cropped up. It has been a challenging year…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (592+ words) Dallas-born restaurant Pie Tap closed its Houston location after less than a year. The uncertainty felt from 2025 is still bleeding into 2026 for Houston restaurants, as many decide to close for good. At least 10 local spots closed in March, with some…...

5+ mon, 6+ day ago   (539+ words) Local chefs and larger chains alike opened the doors on new restaurants in March. A coffee brand, enormously popular in Vietnam, opened one of its flagship coffee shops off Bellaire Boulevard. A local couple launched their dream business, combining Yemeni…...