May brought several notable restaurant closures across the Houston area. From established eateries to local breweries, six businesses shuttered during the month, citing factors that included retirement, lease expirations, building sales, and ongoing economic pressures.
6 Beloved Houston Restaurants Bid Farewell in May 2026
Closure included KP’s Kitchen, Platypus Brewery, and Harvey’s Deli, closed their doors permanently. Here is the detailed list:
House of Fries
House of Fries, a longtime Oak Forest restaurant that served the community for 15 years, was located on Antonie Drive. The restaurant closed the doors of its Antonie Drive location on May 1. The restaurant served loaded fries, burgers, and other comfort food items.
Owned by Joe and Myriam Nabulsi, the restaurant shared the news of its closure on social media. In the farewell message, they thanked the community for their support. Following the closure announcement, the restaurant received lots of heartfelt messages from its loyal customers.
- Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Harvey’s Deli
Harvey’s Deli, a family-owned sandwich shop, officially closed its doors on May 13. The five-year-old spot was well-known for its East Coast-style subs. It was founded by Ted and Tierra Tyman and offered house-prepared meats and a welcoming atmosphere…