Great question! Freebies like chips and salsa are definitely a beloved part of dining out at some spots. What’s expected varies a lot depending on the type of restaurant and the region. Here’s a quick breakdown by cuisine/type: 🌮 Mexican Restaurants 🍝 Italian Restaurants 🍚 Chinese Restaurants 🥗 American Diners/Casual Restaurants 🥖 Middle Eastern/Mediterranean Restaurants 🍣 Japanese Restaurants Of course, things…
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, a popular Japanese restaurant chain celebrated for its unique dining experience, is set to open a new location in the Woodlands, Texas, during the summer of 2025. This forthcoming establishment will be situated at 9300 Six Pines Drive, Suite 100A, within the Pinecroft Center, occupying the space formerly held by Genghis…
Chef Thomas Bille, the culinary mind behind Spring, Texas’s Belly of the Beast, has been named a finalist for the 2025 James Beard Award in the Best Chef: Texas category. This prestigious nomination highlights Bille’s innovative approach to Mexican-inspired cuisine infused with global influences. Culinary Journey and Inspirations Bille’s passion for cooking was ignited during…
P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a popular Austin-based chain, is set to open its second Houston-area location on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 20255 Champion Forest Drive in Spring. The restaurant will operate from 7 a.m. to midnight, offering a menu that includes customizable hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, breakfast items like bacon and egg sandwiches, and ice…
This spring, the Woodlands area is set to welcome a new culinary destination that promises to transport diners straight to Brazil. Sal e Brasa, an authentic Brazilian steakhouse, will soon open its doors at 1700 Research Forest Drive, bringing with it over 30 years of churrasco expertise and a vibrant dining experience. The restaurant will…
Houston’s culinary scene is set to welcome a new addition as Chopped champion Chef Jassi Bindra, renowned for his work at The Woodlands’ Amrina, prepares to open Kitchen Rumors. This contemporary Indian-inspired restaurant will occupy the former Xin Chao space at 2310 Decatur Street in Houston’s Sixth Ward, with an anticipated opening in late spring…
On a recent trip down Gosling Road, we noticed a sign for “Ember & Vine” placed on the building that used to house the Butler House. It appears that the Butler House is no more, but a new concept will be coming to take its place. Our sources anticipate a cigar room and a wine…
Bar Louie, a well-known restaurant chain, with an outlet in the Woodlands on Waterway Square, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection due to financial struggles intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Dallas-based company, operating around 70 locations across the U.S., submitted its filing in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware on…
SomiSomi Soft Serve & Taiyaki has officially opened its doors in Shenandoah, bringing its renowned Korean-inspired desserts to the The Woodlands area. Located at 8821 Metropark Drive, Suite 1300, the new establishment began serving customers on March 28. Known for its signature goldfish-shaped waffle cones, known as taiyaki, SomiSomi offers a customizable dessert experience. Customers…
La Madeleine, the popular French café and bakery, is poised to make a return to The Woodlands, Texas, by the end of this year. This reopening comes after the previous location at 9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 100, closed its doors in January 2025. The new establishment is spearheaded by Delicieux Ventures, LLC, a franchise group…