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Houston’s restaurant scene hasn’t slowed down in 2026, with new openings ranging from a tiny Italian sandwich shop to a barbecue joint founded by four friends. As the year continues, we’ll be watching closely to see what new concepts join the city’s ever-evolving
dining landscape.
This month, La Rosa, Eastbound Barbecue, and Toga join the map. With those additions, Hypsi, Zaranda, and Pinkerton’s Barbecue cycle off of the list.
In search of even more dining inspiration? Check out Eater Houston’s guides to the city’s best steakhouses.
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— Additional reporting by Marcy de Luna, Lane Gillespie, H. Drew Blackburn, and Brittany Britto Garley.
