Foodies in Houston, mark your calendars—North Italia is bringing its brand of from-scratch Italian cuisine to CityCentre with its third location slated to open doors on February 7. According to the Houston Chronicle, the new outpost at 818 Town and Country Blvd will offer an expansive 11,847 square-foot space featuring two outdoor patios and a decor paying homage to Houston with "Space City"-inspired murals.
As highlighted by CultureMap Houston, the joint will also serve up favorites like tagliatelle bolognese and handcrafted pizzas alongside modern cocktails and an extensive wine selection; happy hour aficionados can look forward to snagging half-off bottles of wine and $5 craft beers, and whether you're craving a midday lunch, a sumptuous dinner, or leisurely weekend brunch, North Italia aims to please with its open doors daily and options for dine-in, takeout, and delivery via third-party apps.
Bringing the heat to the kitchen, Chef Jairo Gonzalez is set to lead the culinary team, dishing out Italian classics with a twist—the menu will boast staples such as chicken Parmesan and braised short rib, not to mention pasta and pizza dough kneaded and stretched into being every single day. This comes according to the Houston Chronicle, with a hint that the new CityCentre location might be an ideal spot for a pre-Valentine’s Day outing with its special pre-fixe menu ready to roll out.
North Italia's recipe for success has even attracted high-profile patronage like hip-hop star Drake, who was reportedly seen enjoying the Galleria-area location, as per CultureMap Houston's report and now, joining an impressive lineup of dining spots within the 47-acre CityCentre complex such as Daily Gather and Capital Grille, North Italia is set to become a bustling beacon for lovers of Italian fare—the restaurant is also hosting job fairs for those interested in joining the team, a move that shows the restaurant's integration into the local community and its growing economic influence.
