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8 Planet Fitness The popular gym chain opened a new location in Maplewood that is the first spot to offer red light saunas, a polar dry plunge, Hyperice percussion massagers and full-leg compression boots. A variety of strength, cardio and functional workout equipment is also available. • Opened May 15 • 5665 Beechnut St., Houston • https://www.planetfitness.com
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9 Chipotle The popular fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant will open a new 2,400 square foot building near the future Trader Joe’s. According to TDLR, the project will be under construction from October 2026 to March 2027. • 5130 Bellaire Blvd., Ste. 210, Bellaire • www.chipotle.com 10 Coco Crepes This Houston-area creperie and coffee shop will replace the former ZOA Moroccan Kitchen in Bellaire. Crepe flavors include tres leches, pistachio butter and smoked salmon. The shop will also offer gelato, soup, salad and paninis. • 6700 S. Rice Ave., Bellaire • www.cococrepes.com
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1 Jabchai Thai Cafe & Eatery Blending a cozy atmosphere with innovative cuisine, the new Rice Village eatery specializes in Thai dishes, including noodle soup, unique fried rice and curry. The spot also serves Thai coffee. • Opened in April • 2523 Quenby St., Houston • www.jabchaicafe.com 2 Panera Bread Meyerland Crossing is the first shopping center to receive the first cafe open under the new franchise president, Alex von Waaden. The new location will include expanded off-premise and to-go options, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor patio. • Opened May 6 • 8845 W. Loop S., Ste. A-1, Houston • www.panerabread.com 3 The Chef’s Table With the original restaurant established in Vintage Park, Chef Paul Friedman has expanded to a second location inside the loop. The menu includes dishes dedicated to African cuisine, featuring ostrich filet, karoo lamb porter and South African sole. • Opened April 23 • 2055 Westheimer Road, Ste. 180, Houston • www.chefstablehouston.com
11 Island Grill Owner Faysal Haddad and his wife, Maria, announced in May that their children, Grace, Michael and Sophie, will step into leadership roles at the Syrian restaurant. The spot sells family recipes such as falafel, tabbouleh and hummus and has multiple locations across Houston. • 2365 Rice Blvd., Houston • www.islandgrillhouston.com
5 Edikted Founded in Los Angeles, the brand creates accessible streetwear-inspired looks for young women. Clothes for sale include tops, bottoms, dresses and swimwear. Accessories are also included in the store. • Opened May 2 • 5085 Westheimer Road, Houston • www.edikted.com 6 Ronald McDonald House Amschwand House is a new center near West University that families can utilize while undergoing treatments and medical care in the Texas Medical Center. The space is meant for families that require more space or have critical health needs. • Opened May 15 7 Cosmic Ice Cream Co. The Houston-based ice cream shop opened a new 1,164-square-foot location in the Bellaire Triangle Shopping Center and offers seasonal favorites and specialty flavors such as strawberries and cream, toasted coconut and banana pudding. • Opened May 22 • 4115 Drake St., Houston • www.rmhchouston.org
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12 KP’s Kitchen & Bar Owner Kerry Pauly closed the restaurant on May 31 to focus on his Memorial location. The restaurant served handheld sandwiches, seafood and pasta. • Closed May 31 • 5427 Bissonnet St., Ste. 400, Houston • www.kps-kitchen.com/bellaire 13 Picos Restaurant Arnaldo Richards announced in late April that his authentic Mexican restaurant will close at its current location August 30. Richards is planning on relocating to a new site, but has yet to find a suitable location. • Closing Aug. 30 • 3601 Kirby Drive, Houston • www.picos.net
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