Peruvian cuisine, New York-style pizza: 6 Greater Houston dining updates

According to a June 18 news release, the newest Common Bond location combined the brand's to-go concept with its bistro and bakery options to offer both on-the-go and dine-in options. The Spring location will include the eatery's full menu, including soups, sandwiches and pastries.

• Opened June 18
• 21620 Kuykendahl Road, Spring
• www.commonbondcafe.com

The Dumpling Zone welcomed guests for the first time at its grand opening June 3, Manager Sophie Wang confirmed. The eatery is located east of I-45 and is known for its popular dumpling and hibachi entrees.

• Opened June 3
• 8850 Metropark Drive, Ste. 300, Shenandoah
• www.thedumplingzone.fronteats.com

Peruvian restaurant Urban Brasa has opened its doors in Katy, co-owner Marco Rivera confirmed.

The restaurant—which uses charcoal to slow roast its rotisserie chicken—offers chicken in a range of sizes from a 1/4 chicken all the way to a whole one, according to its website.

• Opened June 1
• 27252 Katy Freeway, Ste. 1000 Katy
• www.urbanbrasa.com

Wonder Pops opened its new service window and patio space June 3, founder Karla Rosa Garcia confirmed. The fruit popsicle shop is based in the Heights and vends at farmers’ markets and private events throughout Houston.

• Opened June 3
• 428 West Cottage St., Houston
• www.wonderpopshtx.com

Manager Jay Kwon said when local Korean barbecue enthusiasts craved sizzling meats grilled tableside, they often had to travel outside the community to find it.

In August 2025, Kwon said that ended with Gangnam BBQ & Sushi, an all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue eatery founded to fill the gap in Korean barbecue. The aroma of marinated meats sizzling over tabletop grills and fresh sushi rolls arriving at the table fill the lively atmosphere. Unlike the typical Korean barbecue experience, Kwon said diners at Gangnam BBQ & Sushi can get both all-you-can-eat barbecue and sushi.

• 215 S. Loop 336 W., Conroe
• www.gangnamkbbqsushi.com