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The Annex Crafthouse now open in Vintage Park in Spring
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The Annex Crafthouse celebrated its grand opening Sept. 23 in Vintage Park at 122 Vintage Park Blvd., Ste. A, Spring. The menu is half plant-based and half traditional Southern comfort foods. The restaurant also offers a large selection of Texas craft beer and uses Texas liquors in its craft cocktails. Annex was originally expected to open in February. 713-909-3051. www.annexcrafthouse.com
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