Java w/ Jesus offers a variety of hot and cold coffee drinks in a relaxed setting. (Courtesy Java w/ Jesus)
From Pakistani cuisine to classic Tex-Mex, read these six dining updates across the Greater Houston area, including local restaurant staple highlights and restaurants that recently opened or are coming soon, as reported by Community Impact.
Cowgirls Coffee offers a variety of coffee and snacks. Coffee flavors offered range from classics including French vanilla, white chocolate and matcha to specialty options such as its Maza Pan and horchata flavors. The Mexican-owned cafe also offers bites, such as tamales by the dozen, empanadas, crepes, mini pancakes and chocoflan.
Sana's Cuisine officials confirmed the eatery opened in January and is now serving Pakistani cuisine in Humble. The family-owned eatery serves authentic halal food made fresh daily and specializes in chicken biryani, butter chicken and chicken karahi. Menu offerings, per the website, include chicken, vegetarian and rice-based dishes as well as appetizers, desserts and options for kids.
Java w/ Jesus, a new nonprofit coffee community spot, opened in League City at the end of February, the owner said. Customers can enjoy coffee, lattes and cappuccinos as they do at home with provided Keurig pods, creamers, as well as a Frappuccino machine. The space is provided for prayer and community connection, the owner said.
According to the company website, King of Pops offers a variety of popsicles in flavors such as strawberry lemonade, mango tangerine, and cookies and cream. King of Pops also offers reservations for private events, festivals and school events, per the business.
Opened March 11
Intersection of Barker Cypress Road and Spring Cypress Road, Cypress
Luliet Creamery and Bake Shop’s Vintage Park location features Luliet's full menu, including scratch-made cookies and cupcakes, two dozen flavors of housemade ice cream, a variety of French macarons and custom cake orders. The bakery also offers catering for events across the Houston metro area, per its website.
Casa Julia Tex-Mex officials confirmed the restaurant has plans to hold a grand opening for a New Caney location March 31. Specializing in Tex-Mex, menu items offered include quesadillas, loaded nachos, fajitas, enchiladas and tacos. The eatery also features a full bar and offers a range of drinks from margaritas to beer and wine.
Casa Julia Tex-Mex offers lunch items including pork tamales, crispy beef tacos, and chicken flautas, served with rice and beans. (Courtesy Casa Julia Tex-Mex)
