Bellaire, West University and Houston restaurants have been ordered to close their doors to patrons for at least 15 days — open only for takeout or delivery orders — as part of a sweeping order Monday covering all of Harris County, which is also closing all bars and clubs starting at 8 a.m. Tuesday (March 17). Violators could receive fines of up to $2,000. While Bellaire … [Read more...] about NEW: West U, Bellaire restaurants, bars to shut down for virus control under Harris County order
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First Bellaire Foodie Fest to offer sampling of local eateries, wine and beer
A few years ago, Bellaire would have been hard-pressed to have any kind of local food festival, but with a robust selection of eateries, the first Bellaire Foodie Fest will launch Saturday (Oct. 19) at the new Civic Center, complete with live music and samples from breweries, wineries, tea and coffee purveyors to wash everything down. The event, with tickets priced at $50 … [Read more...] about First Bellaire Foodie Fest to offer sampling of local eateries, wine and beer
Business update: School of Rock opens, Panda Garden reopens, plus ice cream, BBQ kudos, student writing help from a pro
West U rocking with new music school franchise A new School of Rock franchise has moved into 2607 Bissonnet St. in West University, offering lessons for individual musicians and groups, as well as rehearsal spaces and a performance opportunities — all focused on rock music. Lessons are offered in guitar, bass guitar, drums, keyboard/piano and vocals for children through … [Read more...] about Business update: School of Rock opens, Panda Garden reopens, plus ice cream, BBQ kudos, student writing help from a pro
Taco Tuesday news: Torchy’s sets Weslayan Plaza opening dates
Appropriately enough, in time for Taco Tuesday, Torchy’s has announced details on the opening of its newest outpost, just a jalapeño-throw away from both West University and Bellaire. Torchy’s has set its soft opening with a party from 5-8 p.m. Aug. 12 with free tacos, antojitos (that’s appetizers), beverages and merchandise giveaways. The Austin-based chain has built-out … [Read more...] about Taco Tuesday news: Torchy’s sets Weslayan Plaza opening dates
The Nuro invasion: Grocer is mapping Bellaire, West U streets for future driver-less deliveries
They have drivers now, but within three to four months vehicles from the Nuro robotics firm will be making driver-less deliveries to Bellaire and West University Place from Kroger markets on Buffalo Speedway and South Post Oak Boulevard. Every day for several weeks, the vehicles have fanned out across West University, Bellaire and other southwest communities in their … [Read more...] about The Nuro invasion: Grocer is mapping Bellaire, West U streets for future driver-less deliveries