Burger-chan quietly opened a Heights location with a full bar, daily happy hour and expanded dinner hours. The Galleria flagship remains open.

Comadre Panadería and Paprika ATX landed spots on Texas Monthly's 25 Best New(ish) Taquerias list, bringing two local favorites into a statewide roundup of taco talent.

Zio Al's, the late‑night pizza chain, is headed to Metropark Square in Shenandoah. The chain will occupy a former jewelry storefront; opening date is TBD.

Slapperz On Second has filed plans to open at 209 S Second St in Flagler Beach; state records show a new SLAPPERZ LLC, but menu and opening date are still unannounced.

Batters & Brunch is building a 3,983‑sq‑ft outpost in The Groves in Humble, with construction begun in April and an expected finish in mid‑December 2026. The menu promises mimosas and pancakes.

Katz Coffee will open a new kiosk in IAH’s reimagined Terminal B this fall as part of a $3.5M, 9,647‑sq‑ft concessions fit‑out that also includes Jersey Mike’s and Smashburger. The permit lays out a mid‑July start and an October completion window.

Harvey’s Deli on the Katy Freeway closed its Katy storefront Wednesday; owners cited a struggling economy and unsustainable overhead. The couple said they hope to return in a new setting.

Pranzo Lounge & Grill soft-opened in April and is now serving Mediterranean and Middle Eastern small plates and grilled mains in Stafford.

Ben Berg, Army Sadeghi and Brian Ching will open a 35,000‑square‑foot World Cup pop‑up in EaDo. The Ranch Presents Pitch Live runs June 11–July 19 with food, DJs and VIP tables.

Dottie's gelato shop in Old Town Tomball has closed after its wooden sign was stolen; owner Lorraine Featherston cited family loss and recent health issues. The Main Street storefront has been boxed up and items will be donated.

KP’s Kitchen will close its Bellaire location on May 31 so owner Kerry Pauly can focus on the Spring Valley flagship. Staff shifts and end-of-month specials are planned.

Wingbay opened a Webster location last Saturday, bringing halal-certified wings and creative sauces to the Baybrook retail corridor.

Mack McDonald's Mack Allen's will take about 15,858–16,000 sq ft at 5POP in Uptown, with private dining, an oyster-forward menu and a bakery-to-go.