Interested in discovering the newest businesses to open in Houston? From a poke spot to a hair salon, read on for a list of the newest destinations to debut recently.
Poke Fresh
507 Dallas St., Downtown
Poke Fresh is a sushi bar, offering poke and more.
The restaurant offers sushi burritos, signature poke bowls and build-your-own poke bowls. Try the Mayan Dragon burrito with eel, cucumber, mango and avocado, or the Seafood Harvest bowl with shrimp, scallops, cucumber, teriyaki sauce and more.
The newcomer has made a good impression thus far, with a 3.5-star rating out of seven reviews on Yelp.
Benjamin C., who was the first Yelper to review the new spot on Jan. 3, wrote, "If you're looking for an affordable healthy meal to replace the fast food options downtown, this is the place to go. Large restaurant space, great variety of drinks and so tasty. Great boba drinks too. "
And Arwa K. wrote, "Great new poke place next to work. The build-your-own poke bowl was delicious, and all the free add-ons help make the taste perfect. I highly recommend the Poke Special and Citrus Ponzu sauces."
Swing on by to take a peek for yourself: Poke Fresh is open from 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m. weekdays and Sunday. (It's closed on Saturday.)
El Tiempo Cantina
12440 Northwest Freeway
El Tiempo Cantina is a new Tex-Mex spot.
This Houston-based chain has 10 locations around Texas. On the menu, look for shrimp ratones, jalapeño sausage nachos and the tres dinner plate, which includes mashed avocado, a puff tostada and a crispy beef taco. (See the entire menu here.)
With a 4.5-star rating out of six reviews on Yelp so far, the new addition has made a promising start.
Mitchell M. wrote, "Service was top notch, better than expected. The interior was immaculate. I suspect they'll be installing multiple TVs, but it might be a little too soon to tell. I've heard whispers of an awe-inspiring patio, which I'm sure won't disappoint."
Antonio H. added, "The service was outstanding. The restaurant is immaculate and the food is great. I had vegetable fajitas and they had a variety, including asparagus."
Interested? Stop by to welcome the new business to the neighborhood. El Tiempo Cantina is open from 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday, 9:30 a.m.–11 p.m. on Saturday, and 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Shine On Heights
1051 Heights Blvd., Suite 209, The Heights
Shine On Heights is a hair salon.
Get a warm greeting and a cold beverage as soon you enter this open and airy salon, which already has one location open nearby in the same neighborhood. The spot offers cuts, and cut and style, color, blowouts, extensions and makeup services.
With five stars out of three reviews on Yelp, it's been a hit thus far.
Jesse H., who was the first to review it on Dec. 3, said, "Wonderful and stylish salon located in the heart of the Heights. Offering top-of-the-line hair care and the most talented set of stylists! Highly recommended."
And Reshma S. noted, "I love the new building and space, and Mel is always so great. Would highly recommend booking your next haircut here!"
The new salon is open from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. on Monday and Friday, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
