Jonathan’s The Rub opened its fourth Houston outpost this week at Village Green in Bridgeland, bringing its signature 'new Houston cuisine' to Cypress. The 5,500‑sqft space includes patios and private dining.

Portland Water Bureau finds Cryptosporidium in the city's water supply, with potential health risks for the immunocompromised. No immediate precautions required, filtration planned by 2027.

Beacon Cafe 287 has 45 days to vacate its Business Hwy 287 spot; owner Christie Bingham is asking the community for help finding a new home. The cafe remains open and is taking holiday tamale orders.

Soccer House is bringing a soccer‑only clubhouse to 501 N. Ogden in West Town, with multiple viewing rooms, a rooftop beer garden and a globally inspired menu. The team is targeting spring 2026 ahead of the World Cup.

La Cabaña Bar & Grill closed its Spicewood dining room on Nov. 30. Owners say they will relocate and reopen at a nearby site in 2026.

Haraz Coffee is opening a drive‑thru location at Elyson Town Center in Cypress, targeting late‑winter 2026. The Dearborn‑born chain will bring pistachio lattes, Adeni chai and pastries to suburban Houston.

Austin’s Honest Mary’s has opened its first Houston location in River Oaks, taking over the former La Madeleine and serving chef-crafted grain bowls and broths.

Acquario is opening a pizza‑and‑pasta bar at the former Maple Street Biscuit Co. spot in Keller, promising wood‑fired pies and daily‑made pasta in early 2026.

Dave’s Hot Chicken opens Friday at 2714 Pinole Valley Road in Pinole, bringing tenders, sliders and a new Spicy Bites item to the Bay Area lineup. Expect the usual heat ladder and opening‑day crowds.

Golden Chick has quietly launched a full-menu outpost inside the FM 1960 Walmart in Humble, serving breakfast and late-night options for shoppers and neighbors.

Sisters Jennifer and Daysy Sanchez open SweetsporJenni this Sunday in New Caney with mini pancakes, Dubai chocolate cups and opening-day giveaways.

White Rhino Coffee purchased Emporium Pies; bakers will stay on while menu pairings and D‑FW expansion are planned.

Tutto Gustoso opened at Watters Creek Village in Allen with handmade pastas, risottos and Roman-style pinsa from a team with deep Italian roots. The menu mixes casual daytime piadine and refined dinner plates.