Houston restaurant known for putting Tex Mex on the map celebrates 83 years
As Molina's Cantina in Houston celebrates 83 years in business, co-owner Ricardo Molina, the grandson of the restaurant's founders, looks back on its humble beginnings, their close relationship with President George H.W. and Barbara Bush, and the rich history that helped them become known as the 'Pioneers of Tex Mex.'
Burger Bodega and Phat Eatery honor late chef Alex Au-Yeung with fusion burger for AAPI Heritage Month
Burger Bodega is celebrating Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the life of late chef Alex Au-Yeung by bringing back the Phat Eatery Beef Rendang smash burger collab. Proceeds will go back to the chef's favorite organization, the Southern Smoke Foundation.
Houston star chef Lena Le finds success hiring survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking
Houston chef Lena Leโs career in the kitchen has skyrocketed in just a few short years. One of the ingredients that drives her success is her social justice way of hiring.
Calling all pickleball fans! The first Chicken N Pickle indoor/outdoor complex is now open in Webster
At more than 70,000 square feet, it's the largest pickleball complex to open in the Houston area.
From filleting fish to shucking oysters, Chef Aaron Bludorn shares tips on preparing fresh seafood
We're heading into the kitchen with Chef Aaron Bludorn at his newest restaurant Navy Blue, a modern American seafood concept in the Rice Village.
โEat Like a Localโ marathon streaming New Yearโs Day on KPRC 2+ ๐ฝ
KPRC 2 is partnering with James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd to spotlight the Greater Houston areaโs diverse food culture, culinary hotspots, and hidden gems that make our city unique.
โOne last mealโ: Beloved Asian restaurant in Stafford to close its doors
Kim Son, an Asian restaurant serving traditional Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine, has announced they will close their Stafford location.
โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ debuts Saturday on KPRC 2 ๐ฝ
KPRC 2 is partnering with James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd to spotlight the Greater Houston areaโs diverse food culture, culinary hotspots, and hidden gems that make our city unique. "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd" premieres Sept. 16 at 10 a.m.
Culinary icon Chef Hugo Ortega chats newest adventure with the Houston Dynamo
His name is synonymous with culinary excellence in Houston, and now fans will be able to enjoy his popular cuisine during Dynamo and Dash games.
Meet UHโs new robotic restaurant server โSERVIโ
When you think of being served at a restaurant, your server may be a person, but in this case, you could be served by a robot! Derrick Shore caught up with Dr. Dennis Reynolds, Dean of the Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality leadership at University of Houston, to talk about the newest addition to their hospitality team at Ericโs Restaurant, at the U of H Hilton.
East River 9 and Riverhouse Houston open new public golf course and restaurant with a view
This brand-new outdoor destination just opened in the Fifth Ward, and the entire family will enjoy it.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Brothers keep fatherโs legacy alive at Manuelโs Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria
Manuelโs Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria is a family-owned and operated restaurant in the Lake Houston area with a goal of treating everyone like family.
Restaurant receipt controversy: Family outraged after being labeled โnegrosโ on receipts at popular Mexican restaurant
One Houston family says it was all fun and games at first, but a meal over the weekend ended on a very sour note.
Coming to H-Town: Thirteen Houston executive chef Tobias Dorzon, social media famous chef Matt Price launch new traveling dining experience
Tobias Dorzon, the executive chef for local restaurant Thirteen Houston, has announced his upcoming fine-dining dinner series featuring social media famous chef Chef Matt Price, EVERYBODY EATS, and the second stop is in the Bayou City.
Tell us, Insiders! Who has the best burger in Houston? ๐
There is no shortage of sports in H-Town, which means you can find the perfect atmosphere for watching the game and grabbing a bite with friends at many places around town.
Celebrity power couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic take us inside their new Vegas hotspot โRPM Italianโ
RPM is a modern Italian restaurant with some delicious items and all of your favorite classics.
Time to vote! Where to catch a game in H-Town: Choose between these 10 hotspots ๐
There is no shortage of sports in H-Town, which means you can find the perfect atmosphere for watching the game and grabbing a bite with friends at many places around town.
3 firefighters injured after battling large fire at Kelleyโs restaurant in League City, officials say
Firefighters spent Valentineโs Day battling a large fire Monday night at Kelleyโs restaurant in League City, according to officials.
Here are 10 reasons why James Hardenโs Thirteen Houston restaurant is a must-try
Basketball star James Harden may have left the Houston Rockets, but his impact on the Bayou City will forever be felt.
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Houston restaurant industry experiencing major staffing shortage as 100% capacity resumes
As customers return to restaurants as more people get vaccinated, the restaurant industry in the greater Houston area is dealing with a major staffing shortage.
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College Station favorite Layneโs Chicken Fingers to open first-ever location in Katy
Houston-area residents who travel to College Station to grab Layneโs Chicken Fingers no longer have to travel too far for their faves.
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Dish Society expands Katy location with double indoor, patio seating
HOUSTON โ Dish Society customers in Katy can look forward to expanded seating after its Cinco Ranch location moves to a new space less than 500 feet away. In a news release, the original location, opened in 2015 acquired the space formerly occupied by โThe Blue Fishโ will have more patio space and greenery with families in mind so parents can enjoy the outdoors while their kids play. The space expanded from 2,600 square feet to 4,100 square feet, with the capacity to seat 100 patrons indoors, 20 at the expanded bar, and 80 outside at the patio, which will be open year-round equipped with heaters and fans. Hours and service will remain the same, including to-go orders and curbside pickup, the release said. Dish Society in LaCenterra/Cinco Ranch is located at 2643 Commercial Center Blvd., Suite B350, in Katy.
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This Texas cafe named the โbest hole-in-the-wall dinerโ in the state
Blue Bonnet Cafe in Marble Falls has recently been named the โbest hole-in-the-wall dinerโ in Texas. There is a cozy cafe in the Texas Hill Country that is worth the four-hour drive from Houston. Blue Bonnet Cafe in Marble Falls, which is about 40 miles northwest of downtown Austin, has recently been named the โbest hole-in-the-wall dinerโ in Texas, according to MSN.com. The classic Texas cafe opened in 1929 and relocated to its current location in 1946. It also includes daily specials on homestyle meals, including smoked chicken, chicken and dumplings, pork ribs and sour cream chicken enchiladas.
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SpongeBob SquarePants-inspired restaurant, bar and hotel opening in Houston
(Nickelodeon via AP)HOUSTON โ A SpongeBob SquarePants-inspired pop-up restaurant, bar and hotel is coming to Houston. Plethora Houston is anchoring the Rusty Krab Experience at the Hilton Americas-Houston at 1600 Lamar Street. The interactive event is set to feature its own version of the Krusty Krab and Mrs. Puffโs Boating School, dubbed the โRusty Krabโ and โMrs. AdHere are the safety guidelines at the Rusty Krab Experience:โฃโฃ1. Sneezeguards available throughout the restaurant and bar
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Galveston Restaurant Week launches through Feb. 28
Galveston Restaurant Week is back. Several restaurants are participating in Galveston Restaurant Week. To participate, you simply dine out at one of the many participating restaurants. Two- and Three-course dinners will be priced between $20-$45 and two-course lunches, breakfast and brunches will cost between $10-$20, according to Galveston Restaurant Week. To see the full list of participating restaurants, visit here.
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Restaurant equipment from Home Plate Grill & Bar to be sold at online auction
HOUSTON โ An auction will be held for items belonging to Home Plate Grill and Bar. The auction, posted on the Texas Restaurant Equipment website announced an early preview of the items Friday and Monday between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m, which included items from the restaurant-bar once located right across Minute Maid Park. Items on the auction include coolers, pots and pans, charbroilers and various other restaurant equipment. Home equipment and electronics such as televisions,Home Plate Grill and Bar permanently closed their doors on Jan. 6, according to the auctionโs description. Items available for auction are posted on the TRE Auctions website, with pictures and description included.
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Letโs taco-bout the new Torchyโs Tacos locations opening in Houston
HOUSTON โ Let your taste buds rejoice because Austinโs-born Torchโs Taco is opening two new restaurants in the Greater Houston area. According to a news release, the taco chain will be opening in the Stafford and Richmond areas later this year. The Stafford location will be located at 11327 Current Lane, according to the release. According to the release, the location in the Richmond area will be located 4818 Waterview Town Center Drive, Suite 500, near Pecan Grove. Torchyโs Taco has been in the Houston area since 2011.
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Community shows support for Houston restaurant after it was site of anti-mask protest
HOUSTON โ A beloved Garden Oaks restaurant got an outpouring of support Monday after it was ambushed over the weekend by a group protesting the mask ordinance. Video posted to YouTube shows several people carrying Trump flags and American flags marching in front of the restaurant chanting โBoycott Millerโsโ. Weโve never taken a political stance here, we sell hamburgers,โ said owner Jessica Beer, who now runs her familyโs 41-year-old restaurant business. Surveillance video from inside the restaurant shows two members of the group go inside without masks on. Gremillion told them they needed to have a mask on and if they didnโt have one the restaurant could provide one.
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Popular Italian restaurant in Webster-area closing after 50 years in business
HOUSTON โ Francaโs Real Italian Restaurant in the 1100 block of East NASA Parkway in the Webster area is closing its doors after 50 years, the owner announced on social media Thursday. According to its website, the restaurant opened in 1971 and was the only restaurant in the South Houston area for miles. The restaurant was a family affair for years with the design of the interiors, from murals to sculptures, all done by the patriarch โPapaโ Franco. Franca, the youngest daughter, eventually took over the business and is closing it now. The statement reads, โAfter 50 years of business in the Bay Area and with the changing times, I have made the difficult decision to not reopen Francaโs Real Italian Restaurant and Dinner Theatre.
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15 kid entrepreneurs showcase products at pop-up shopping event in Houston
HOUSTON โ A local business held an event Saturday to celebrate the entrepreneurship of young Houstonians. Fifteen kid entrepreneurs participated in a pop-up shopping experience at Bar 5015, a lounge at 5015 Almeda. The family-friendly event allowed young people to showcase their talents and develop their entrepreneurial spirit. It also allowed the community to purchase products ranging from clothing lines, artists, authors and food vendors. Here is a list of the local businesses that participated:
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Nigerian restaurant Jollof Rice King opens doors on Richmond
HOUSTON โ Husband-and-wife team Tiffaney and Avo Owadale finally opened their new restaurant on Richmond Avenue on Oct. 13, bringing Nigerian foods to Houston. According to their website, the chefs at Jollof Rice King strive to perfect the dish with West African flair. Jollof Rice Kingโs menu has a variety of small rice plates served with plantains and moi moi, a Nigerian bean pudding cake. Co-owner Tiffaney Owadale told Eater Houston she is excited to bring something new to Houstonโs dining scene. Jollof Rice King is open for takeout only at 3833 Richmond Avenue.
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โGoodtaste with Tanjiโ to feature Houston restaurants, Pappyโs Cafรฉ and Ritual, on new season
HOUSTON โ Supporting local restaurants is a real passion for Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV. Her television series, โGoodtaste with Tanji,โ highlights talented chefs and popular restaurants all over the state of Texas. Sheโs getting ready for a new season and will feature two popular spots in Houston, Pappyโs Cafรฉ and Ritual. (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Josh Cellars Prosecco - $14Josh Cellars Prosecco (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
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Get your 'vampire chickenโ: Korean fried eats coming to Houstonโs Westheimer Road
HOUSTON โ A โwildly popularโ Korean-style fried chicken restaurant is making its way to Westheimer, Eater Houston reported. BB.Q Chicken, based in Austin, is famous for their spicy items such as Soy-Grilled Chicken, Spicy Spicy Vampire Chicken and Gangnam Style Wings. Other popular menu items include the โCupbobโ which is a bulgogi and short rib bibimbap (beef, rib and rice) bowl, according to their Facebook page. The new BB.Q Chicken location will replace the now-shuttered Texadelphia restaurant at 8383 Westheimer Suite 114, between Fondren and Hillcroft. The chain plans to open more than 55,000 locations across the globe, including the one on Westheimer, according to Eater Houston.
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Killens southern comfort food restaurant opens in the Heights
Houston restauranteur Ronnie Killen opened his first Killens concept in the loop Wednesday. Adding to his concept, which includes Killens BBQ, Killens Burgers, Killens Steakhouse, and more, Killens offers a menu of southern comfort food. According to Houston Culture Map, the new restaurants menu includes fried chicken, fried seafood, barbecue plates, and unique items such as fried green tomatoes, smothered pork chops, and chicken and dumplings, and more. The restaurants homey interior was designed to show admiration to Killens grandmother, Millie Simecek, who he says is a major source of his love for food and cooking, according to Houston Culture Map. In compliance with CDC recommendations, Killens is now serving guests for dine-in at 101 Heights Blvd., Houston, Texas.
Crawfish rolls, sticky toffee pudding: Pop-up sandwich shop inside Riel Restaurant in Montrose features gourmet offerings
HOUSTON Houston chef Ryan LaChaine has opened a pop-up shop called Louies inside popular Riel Restaurant in Montrose, Eater Houston reported. The new take-out lunch concept inside the popular Canadian restaurant features classic sandwiches, sliders, salads, sides and dessert, according to Riels Facebook page. Foodies can enjoy a chicken Caprese sandwich, crawfish Rolls, and Canadian favorite poutine. Desserts include sticky toffee pudding and the Nanaimo Bar, made with chocolate, coconut custard and almond. The restaurant made its debut last Thursday, and will take to-go and delivery orders between noon and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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First responders, active-duty members and veterans can score a 67 cent meal at this Houston restaurant
For more than 10 years, Peli Peli has been a Houston-based South African fusion restaurant, serving authentic cuisine, just one step below fine dining. With four locations across the Houston Greater area, the restaurant offers unique flavors inspired by its South African cuisine. For co-owners Thomas Nguyen and Ryan Stewart, Peli Peli was ready to adapt. Related: Peli Peli owner makes Vietnamese dish with his momWithin the last few months, Peli Peli has rebranded and rebuilt its restaurant to Peli Peli South African Kitchen. Giving Back with a delicious mealPart of Peli Peli South African Kitchens DNA is giving back to the community.
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SUPPORT LOCAL: Get to know the father-son duo serving up tasty barbecue in Tomball since 2014
HOUSTON If youre looking to support a local business, you should get to know the Cardozo father-and-son duo, owners of barbeque joint Old Tomball BBQ. It was 2013 when, following a 30-year run as a cook at a Houston barbecue restaurant, Fidel Cardozo Sr. decided it was time to embark on a new journey and take a chance in opening his own barbecue eatery. In 2014, the Cardozo family took over the restaurant, however, it took locals nearly a year to get used to the new ownership. Fidel Cardozo Jr. (KPRC)What to orderBrisket, brisket! Cardozo Jr. said. To order some of its barbecue dishes, give them a call at (281) 351-0929.
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After challenges, Indigo restaurant decides to reopen for one year but then will close permanently
Detailing the struggle it has been to open and keep Indigo in business, the owners announced in an emotional Instagram post that the restaurant will reopen for one year before permanently closing. It has damaged me in every way imaginable, owner and chef Jonny Rhodes wrote. The restaurant was forced to suddenly close in March as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. During the closure, the owners pursued plans to open a fulltime grocery store and farm. Whilst we had plans to work towards a grocery store in the fall, the sudden global pandemic closed our restaurant for public safety concerns.
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Taste of Houston: Roots Cafe showcases fresh, delicious food in a unique environment
The interior of Roots Cafe. โGuests can dine like a designer, surrounded by contemporary elegance while indulging in hand-crafted seasonal dishes,โ Cedillo said. (Leon Cedillo, owner of Roots Cafe)โThe combination of flavors and textures are just mouthwatering,โ Cedillo said. (Leon Cedillo, owner of Roots Cafe)โTex Mex meets Italian and why not,โ Cedillo said. (Leon Cedillo, owner of Roots Cafe)Business informationLocation:5120 Woodway Drive, Suite #145, HoustonHours:Mon - Fri: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Federal judge rules Club Onyx may only operate as restaurant without โentertainersโ
HOUSTON โ A federal judge ruled Friday that Club Onyx Houston can only operate as a restaurant without adult entertainment, even if they were fully clothed, according to court documents. This decision represents the latest legal decision between Trump Inc., the company that operates the club, and the city of Houston. Greg Abbot clarified Tuesday that sexually oriented businesses may only offer restaurant services and prohibited from providing any other services, according to court documents. Since Onyx Houston operates as a โsexually oriented business, they are prohibited from offering both restaurant services and entertaining, even if the entertainers are fully clothed,โ U.S. District Judge Vanessa Gilmore wrote in the order Friday. The suit also named โ the Houston Police Department, the Houston Fire Department, and unnamed police officers and fire department officers โ as co-defendants, according to court documents.
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Hedwig Village restaurant opens for dine-in service despite executive orders
HEDWIG VILLAGE โ A Hedwig Village restaurant is defying state and county orders by offering a dine-in option. "We're trying to help open the economy, trying to get people back to work in the safest manner possible," said owner Matt Brice. Brice said he had opened the restaurant a few weeks before the orders went into place amid COVID-19. Houston At-Large Council Member Michael Kubosh said. Brice said he is not trying to break any laws and is supported by many Hedwig Village officials.
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Pop-up drive-in theater a lifeline for families, restaurant in Spring
SPRING โ When the owners of Butler House in Spring transformed the parking lot next door into a drive-in movie theater, they had โno ideaโ if anyone would show up. โI couldnโt wait to come,โ Dan Mitchel said from the bed of his truck, sitting alongside his wife and two daughters. The Frenchaks posted an invitation to the pop-up theater on Facebook, and the response was overwhelming. Butler House will show two movies per night for at least the next week, the Frechaks said. Many who attended the Butler House movie night said they could not remember the last time they visited a drive-theater.
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Harris County restaurant defying orders to shut down dine-in service
Texas Borders Bar and Grill located off the Katy Freeway seemed not to be in compliance with Hidalgoโs county-wide order issued on Monday. Per the order, bars and clubs in Harris County should shut down and restaurants are only permitted to offer drive-thru service, delivery and/or curbside pickup options. According to former Texas Borders Bar and Grill employee Tara Marrocelli, the bar was open as usual. According to Garcia, Texas Roadhouse will now operate all 13 Houston locations with curb-side and drive-thru services only. Fort Bend County Judge KP George issued a similar order to the Harris County guidelines on Tuesday evening.
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Taste of Houston: Why hidden gem Pho Bรฒ To & Bรฒ Nรฉ should be your go-to place for pho
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