713 Day

How to Celebrate 713 Day in Houston This Year

$7.13 specials and admissions, Meow Wolf scavenger hunts, and every way Houston is celebrating its favorite "notliday" this July 13.

07/10/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Last Call

Houston Says Goodbye to Good God Nadine's, Southern Star, and More Restaurants

A Washington Avenue bar lost to a property sale, a brewery closing after 20 years, and other Houston restaurants shuttering or changing this month.

05/29/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Last Call

Picos Is Closing in August—and It's Not the Only Houston Restaurant Saying Goodbye

FRNDS has gone dark. Tejas Burger Joint is undergoing a transformation, and Dean's is done.

04/28/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Closing time

Houston Loses a Brewery to I-45 Expansion, Plus Other Restaurant and Bar Closures to Know

True Anomaly Brewing Company is the transportation project’s latest victim. Be More Pacific has also closed.

03/31/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Close enough

The Best Day Trips Within 2.5 Hours of Houston

Parks, museums, farms, warm springs, and small towns that make it easy to escape the city—without committing to a long road trip.

02/06/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez and Brittany Britto Garley

Get your brew on

The Best Local Breweries in Houston

The city’s craft beer repertoire has grown significantly over the years, with more than 50 breweries and counting. Here are some of our favorites.

10/28/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

CLOSING TIME

Houston’s Beloved Tex-Asian Sando Shop Shutters, Plus More Restaurant Closings to Know Right Now

Vuji Cafe and Eloise Nichols say, “See you later.” Three breweries close their doors, and Ginger & Fork announces its fall closure.

07/21/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley and Sofia Gonzalez

The Must List

Enjoy Bricks and Beer at the Toy Museum’s Lego Night Events

Many local breweries and watering holes have all played host to this popular playtime for people of all ages.

05/29/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Sip and sing

Hopera Performance Group Uses Beer to Prove Opera Is for Everyone

This squad is merging hops with opera at local breweries, introducing a new audience to the art.

11/13/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Drink Up

Tejas Beer Opens in Former Buffalo Bayou Brewing Space

The new brewery and taproom in Sawyer Yards hopes to be a go-to spot for ice-cold beer and sports games.

09/24/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Adults only

The Houston Zoo Is Partnering with Texas Breweries to save Wildlife

Sip on a beer while learning about how you can save a furry friend in need.

08/19/2021 By Shivani Parmar

Food News

5 Foodie Things to Know During the Cold Snap

From restaurants giving back to how you can help, here are a couple of items.

02/18/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Brrr, Baby

Friday Update: These Restaurants are Open as Winter Storm Fallout Continues

Some eateries and businesses are opening back up on Wednesday.

02/14/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

I'll Have ... The Gourmet Pasta

Bars, Breweries Find Creative Ways to Boost Food Sales

Have you been given a bag of chips with your beer lately?

10/26/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Barred From Serving

Abrupt Tweak Ends Dine-In Service for Major Texas Brewery

Saint Arnold, one of Houston's biggest beer locations, is affected by the change.

07/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Day drink?

Which Breweries Are Opening Their Taprooms?

Starting Friday, you'll be able to drink pints outside at some breweries in the area.

05/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Age of COVID-19

In New Takeout, To-Go Reality, Food and Drink Spots Face Major Challenges

Everything from how to stay afloat down to how to best present the grub.

03/20/2020 By Craig Hlavaty

COVID-19

UPDATES: How You Can Eat From Restaurants, Help Local Establishments

We've added a second list of restaurants opening their dining rooms to the big list of takeout and delivery options.

03/17/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Ahhhhh ... Eureeeeekaaaaaa!

Beer Talk: Welcome Duff Beer to Houston

Plus, let's try 2019 Pumpkinator—in cask—and a few amber ales.

11/01/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Wow, a Whole Four Years!

Beer News: Celebrate Brash's Birthday This Weekend

Plus, Ingenious has brewed up some suds in honor of an upcoming film release.

10/04/2019 By Timothy Malcolm