HOUSTON — One of Houston’s most beloved family-owned restaurants is closing its doors after more than four decades.
In a heartfelt social media post on Tuesday, Kim Son Restaurant announced that its Jefferson Street location will close on October 12, 2025, citing the ongoing I-45 expansion project as the reason.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The video above is from a report in November 2024.
What to know
- Kim Son Jefferson closing Oct. 12, 2025, after 43 years
- I-45 expansion project cited as the reason
- Family says catering and wedding services continue through 2025
- Bellaire location will remain open
- La family hints at plans for a smaller restaurant in the future
“After serving the Houston community for over four decades, Kim Son Jefferson will be saying goodbye on October 12, 2025, due to the I-45 expansion project,” the restaurant’s post read. “Our journey began at Kim Son on Pease St in 1982 and continued on Jefferson since 1993. Our restaurant has been a place for families, celebrations, and countless shared meals.”…