The Republic Grille, located at 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 490, The Woodlands, announced via Facebook on April 19 that its expansion had been completed. The expansion includes additional indoor and outdoor seating, as well as an expanded kitchen. The Southern-style American eatery first opened in 2014 in the Panther Creek Village Center. It offers an extensive menu featuring salads, soups, burgers and sandwiches, signature dishes, such as chicken-fried steak and shrimp & grits, and entrees, such as the Hand Cut Texas Rib-eye and the Pasta Sterling. The restaurant also offers a full bar and a children’s menu. 281-719-5895. www.therepublicgrill.com