Whether you're craving a citrusy ceviche mixto or braised beef, these five businesses in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose area have you covered. This list is not comprehensive and information is subject to change.

Tago

This Tulum-inspired restaurant, from hospitality expert Will Felder and Chef Kristi Courtney, is now open in Houston’s Midtown. Chef Kristi Courtney, a Houston resident but native of Puerto Vallarta in Jalisco, leads the culinary experience at Tago, balancing tradition and innovation with Latin flavors and a Houston twist.

According to the release, the summer menu will feature light options such as charred poblano guacamole, citrusy ceviche mixto, Pato en Mole Chocolate and Mushroom Risotto. Shareable options will include flautas de papa y carne, grilled quail in mole, a summer watermelon mix green salad and tuna and arroz.
Tago is a new Tulum-inspired dining destination now open in Midtown, featuring Latin cuisine and an active nightlife scene. (Courtesy Eira House)
Tago is a new Tulum-inspired dining destination now open in Midtown, featuring Latin cuisine and an active nightlife scene. (Courtesy Eira House)
Say No Más

The new Tex-Mex restaurant has opened in the Heights, according to the restaurant's website, offering a variety of Tex-Mex classics cooked over a wood-fired grill, such as beef fajitas, chicken jalisco, ceviche and enchiladas verdes.


The restaurant also offers a variety of signature cocktails to pair with the Tex-Mex dishes, such as the Sandía Crush made with juicy watermelon meets tequila and fresh mint; No Mas Drama, a smoky mezcalita with bold citrus flavor and smooth finish; and the Noche Negra, espresso meets Licor 43.Yiayia’s Pappas Greek Kitchen

Houston-based restaurant group Pappas Restaurants is set to open Yiayia’s Pappas Greek Kitchen in August, according to an email from the Pappas Restaurants group. Yiayia’s offers a contemporary take on home cooking and honors the Pappas family's roots of authentic flavors passed down through generations.

The restaurant will serve elevated Greek and Mediterranean dishes such as Pasta Lena, served with little neck clams, trofie pasta, Calabrian chili and pesto; Prime Ribeye Souvlaki, with blistered tomato, pickled fennel and tzatzik; and Saganaki, fried kefalograviera cheese, bosc pear, medjool date and toasted sesame.

A focused cocktail list leans into Greek spirits like ouzo and mastiha, while the wine program produces small-production bottles from the Greek Isles and beyond.
Houston-owned restaurant group Pappas Restaurants is reviving its Greek restaurant formerly located in the Galleria. (Courtesy Pappas Restaurant)
Houston-owned restaurant group Pappas Restaurants is reviving its Greek restaurant formerly located in the Galleria. (Courtesy Pappas Restaurant)
Handam BBQ’s


The Heights location will mark the restaurant's second locale in Houston. Handam BBQ serves their Korean barbecue a la carte or as an all-you-can-eat with two different options that provide meats such as Ribeye bulgogi, sliced beef brisket and pork belly, marinated hanger steak and sliced beef tongue.

Handam BBQ also serves sushi, free with the all-you-can-eat option B. They serve classic rolls such as the Alaska roll, volcano roll, Philly roll and crunchy roll.Texadelphia

The owners of Texadelphia announced on their Facebook page June 12 that the Austin-based franchise would be taking over the former The Upside Pub space. Troy Pidgeon, the franchise owner, said in a post that he was interested in the pub because of its location, vibe, staff, equipment and furniture.

The franchise sells classic cheese steaks with beef or chicken, onions, mozzarella and housemade sauce, along with additional options that include jalapenos, bell peppers, guacamole, BBQ sauce and veggies. The menu also includes wings, wraps, burgers, salads and chips and dips.