We, along with 45,000 of our closest friends, have been anxiously awaiting the new restaurant from Chef Austin Simmons: Charolais. Named after the French cattle breed, Charolais is Chef Austin’s love letter to beef. It is, at its core, a superb steakhouse. However, as we’ve learned dining with Chef Austin, it is also a great…
Every few years, The Woodlands discovers rock music. Not actual new rock music, mind you. Just the perennial realization that a concert venue occasionally hosts artists who swear, sing about sex, or generally fail to tailor their lyrics to the standards of the neighborhood HOA. This year’s panic over performances at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell…
The stars of Texas dining shined brightly in Chicago on Monday night as Houston chefs captured two of the most coveted honors at the 2026 James Beard Awards, further cementing the city’s reputation as one of America’s most exciting culinary destinations. At the annual awards ceremony, widely regarded as the “Oscars of the food world,”…
After years of serving The Woodlands community, Nona’s Italian Grill is closing its doors at the end of service today, June 2, 2026. For many of us, Nona’s was more than just a neighborhood restaurant—it was one of our favorite Italian restaurants. From handmade pasta and classic Italian specialties to the warm hospitality that greeted…
The Houston area has lost another brewery. We’ve received word that Fire Ant Brewing, the Tomball-based brewpub, has closed. Opened in 2018 by Bruce Kissinger, Fire Ant quickly became a Tomball favorite for those looking for a cold brew and a hot meal. We wish the best for Fire Ant’s staff and customers during this…
UPDATE: Southern Star has announced their closing. We’re sad to report that it appears that Southern Star Brewing Company, the beloved Conroe-based brewery, will be closing their doors for good. Sources close to the brewery report that they’re ending operations at the end of June. In a recent post, the Run in Texas Facebook page…
As the restaurant scene in southern Montgomery County continues to grow, another new dining concept is headed to one of the region’s busiest entertainment destinations. Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta is expected to open at Metropark Square in 2026, bringing its late-night pizza and Italian comfort food concept to the fast-growing Shenandoah and The Woodlands…
The Woodlands area is getting a new dumpling and noodle spot. Called The Dumpling Zone, it’s scheduled to open in Shenandoah’s Metropark Square. The Dumpling Zone is known for its handmade dumplings, noodles, and a variety of classic and contemporary Chinese dishes. The Woodlands Area is enjoying a renaissance of Chinese dining options; several new…
A popular Houston-based Sichuan restaurant is preparing to expand into The Woodlands, bringing bold flavors and a growing reputation for authentic Chinese cuisine to one of the area’s revitalized retail destinations. Cooking Girl is expected to open in Spring 2026 at Grogan’s Mill Village Center, located at 7 Switchbud Place in The Woodlands, according to…
A second Trader Joe’s is planned for the Woodlands / Spring area—an unexpected addition given that a nearby store already serves The Woodlands. The new location is set for Spring Town Center at 21364 Kuykendahl Road, with construction expected to begin in June 2026 and completion targeted for early 2027. It will be about 12,500…