Read the top business news from the past week from the Houston area.

The Woodlands

47 new restaurants in The Woodlands that opened in 2021 or are opening in 2022


Here is a list of restaurants opened in The Woodlands area in 2021, and a number of others already have plans to open in 2022.

Cy-Fair



Steamboat House closing its doors after 16 years in business

Officials with Steamboat House announced earlier this month the restaurant would be permanently closing Jan. 29 at 8045 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston.

Pearland-Friendswood

19 restaurants that opened in the Pearland, Friendswood area in 2021


Here is a noncomprehensive list of new eateries that opened in 2021 categorized by cuisine type.

Fort Bend County

5 spots in Fort Bend County to grab a slice of pie

In honor of National Pie Day on Jan. 23, here are five spots in Fort Bend County to get a slice of pie.


Heights-River Oaks-Montrose

Underbelly Burger opens at The Houston Farmers Market; NewQuest Properties tapped for leasing gig

Underbelly Burger is now open at The Houston Farmers Market as of Jan. 6, offering a selection of handcrafted burgers along with milkshakes, beer and wine, among other menu options.

Ally Bolender, Danica Lloyd, Andy Yanez, Holly Galvan and Shawn Arrajj contributed to this report.