Spring Brings Houston Restaurant Menu Specials and Important Announcements

Brennan’s Celebrates 59 years of serving Houston

On March 5, 1967, Brennan’s of Houston opened its doors at 3300 Smith St. and has since secured its iconic status with nearly six decades of service. To celebrate, the kitchen is offering a $67 Anniversary Menu showcasing the restaurant’s elegant Creole and Gulf Coast cuisine and signature hospitality. The three-course prix fixe menu includes beloved dishes, such as Turtle Soup, Pecan-Crusted Gulf Fish and Demi Strawberry Shortcake. It is available at brunch, lunch and dinner, March 5-31. Reservations here. Photo by Debora Smail

Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime Unveil a Bold Dual Concept Destination

Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime, two concepts from Mamba Hospitality Group, have officially come together under one roof in a newly renovated 10,000-square-foot space designed for all-day dining, drinks, and gatherings. 

The revamped venue is a complete overhaul of the original Crawfish Cafe that opened in 2013, and now blends modern design with Vietnamese tradition, New Orleans flair, and Houston energy. The dual concept location in Houston’s Chinatown is full-service, with guests seated and served by staff and provided with menus from both Crawfish Cafe and Pho Prime. 

 The dining area is divided into two rooms, and guests are greeted by cultural accents from both Vietnam and New Orleans, with two 20-foot side-by-side murals led by Houston artist Donkeeboy that celebrate Bourbon Street and the cultural fusion that defines Viet-Cajun cuisine. 

“This opening is more than just a new location– it’s a meaningful celebration of our roots, the bold spirit of New Orleans, and the community that makes Houston home,” said Kiet Duong, co-founder of Mamba Hospitality Group. “It’s a space meant to transport guests, inspire them, and make them feel at home. We can’t wait to share this experience with everyone who walks through our doors.” Photo courtesy of Crawfish Cafe & Pho Prime

GOODE CO. TAQUERIA Announces First Major Menu Update Since 2019

Houston staple Goode Co. Taqueria is excited to share it has rolled out its first major menu update since 2019, bringing a fresh lineup of dishes to its longtime home on Kirby Drive. 

“Our Taqueria menu has always reflected the blend of cultures that shaped our family’s cooking,” said Goode Co. President and Chef Levi Goode. “This menu refresh brings in some new ideas while staying true to the traditions that have been part of our kitchens for generations. We’re excited for folks to come by, grab a taco and spend some time on the patio.”

Guests can now enjoy several new dishes, including, but not limited to:

• Saddle Up Enchiladas: Breakfast enchiladas topped with two eggs and served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Choice of Beef, Chicken, Verde and Cheese are available.
• LG Special: A breakfast taco with Mexican chorizo, egg, refried beans and cheddar.
• Street Tacos: Three tacos served with rice and beans and choice of Chicken Fajita, Carnitas, Gulf Shrimp, Carne Asada or Texas Redfish.
• Tostadas Compuestas: Traditionally dressed and served with rice and beans, the tostadas are a choice of Chicken Fajita, Carnitas, Gulf Shrimp, Carne Asada, Texas Redfish or Picadillo.
• Crispy Chicken Sandwich: Served with french fries and includes cilantro slaw, queso fresco, pickles and a salsa macha mayo.
• Loaded Fries: A shareable favorite piled high with crispy bacon, queso, cheddar, pickled jalapeños, green onions and ranch dressing.

Photo Credit: Morgan Rosenbaum

Handies Douzo Signs Lease at Central Park Post Oak

Duckstache Hospitality, the Houston-based restaurant group led by chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee and known for distinct Japanese concepts – including Kokoro Handroll Bar,  Kokoro Sushi & Yakitori, Doko, Bar Doko, Aiko and Himari – has signed a lease to bring its fast-growing handroll restaurant, Handies Douzo, to Central Park Post Oak, the redevelopment of the former Post Oak Central campus in Uptown Houston. Located at 2000 Post Oak Blvd Suite 130 77056, Handies Douzo is expected to be the first dining concept to open within the Central Park Post Oak development. 

Slated to open in late 2026, the new location will mark Handies Douzo’s fourth Houston-area outpost following successful expansions in the Heights, Montrose, and Spring Branch, further expanding the brand’s presence across Houston’s most dynamic dining districts.   

“We’re really intentional about the neighborhoods we choose and where we think Handies Douzo will feel like a natural fit,” said Daniel Lee, chef and co-owner of Duckstache Hospitality. “Houston diners know what they like, and Uptown is such a vibrant, fast-growing area. Central Park Post Oak felt like the right match for our handroll experience and the way people in Houston live, work, and dine.”  Photos courtesy of Duckstache Hospitality

Sixty Vines Launches New Brunch Menu

Starting March 7th, Sixty Vines is launching a new brunch menu drawing inspiration from wine country recipes from all over the world. These include shareable dishes with bold flavors that pair perfectly with our 60 wines on tap. 

New items include Avocado Bene Croast, Pistachio & Spiced Cherry French Toast, Carrot Cake Pancakes, a Brunch Board built for sharing, and classics like the Winemaker’s Breakfast and Egg White Frittata. For more information, visit https://www.sixtyvines.com/. Photo by Kayla Enright.