A third Pinkerton\u2019s Barbecue location\u2014of only two in Houston\u2014opened in mid-January in the Upper Kirby area and will serve a similar menu as its other locations, along with rotating cheesecakes. The spot serves Texas-style pit barbecue, including slow-smoked brisket, pork ribs, beef ribs, sausage and chicken.<\/p>\n
Hinode Izakaya has opened its doors in Katy. The Japanese restaurant offers appetizers such as takoyaki, calamari and tempura, ramen and rice dishes.<\/p>\n Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade opens 3rd Great Houston location in Fulshear<\/a> <\/p>\n Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade has opened its third Houston location in Fulshear. The business, which began as a lemonade stand, has expanded its menu to offer handcrafted lemonades, superfood smoothies, tropically inspired coffees and teas as well as acai bowls.<\/p>\n Coming soon<\/p>\n New Latin-inspired restaurant to be added to Harlow District’s dining lineup<\/a><\/p>\n A new restaurant concept called Exilio Latin Flair will open soon in the Harlow District. The restaurant is expected to feature a “sophisticated” Latin menu, along with a curated cocktail and wine program.<\/p>\n Opening TBD2817 W. Dallas St., Building C, HoustonNo website is available at this time.New Asian eatery with robotic chef to debut across Houston<\/a><\/p>\n iWok, an Asian fast-casual restaurant, is opening four locations across the Houston metro this year. Using a robotic chef system, iWok serves fresh entrees, rice dishes and wok-seared bowls in minutes.<\/p>\nPinkerton’s Barbecue offers Texas-style pit barbecue. (Courtesy Pinkerton’s Barbecue)Hinode Izakaya now serving Japanese cuisine in Katy<\/a><\/p>\n
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iWok staff prepare the ingredients before the robotic system cooks the food. (Courtesy iWok)Dining spotlights <\/p>\n