Monday, March 9
Truffle Masters at The Astorian
DR Delicacy’s epic Truffle Masters fete returns with an exclusive VIP-only evening celebrating the world’s finest black truffles at The Astorian, 2500 Summer. Guests with $395 VIP tickets will sip from an open bar, sample 25 truffle-forward creations, and enjoy entertainment, a silent auction, and raffles in a luxe culinary showcase. The competition brings together top local chefs from restaurants including Amrina, Barbacana, Cochinita & Co., Doko, Doris Metropolitan, Katami, Late August, Street to Kitchen and more.
Monday–Friday
Kids Eat Free at Jax on the Tracks and The Union Kitchen
Families can enjoy a free kids’ meal with the purchase of one adult entrée at the new Jax on the Tracks, 3452 Ella, and all Houston-area Union Kitchen locations during Spring Break. Walk-ins welcome; reservations recommended.
Wednesday, March 11
Hometown Heroes Meal Giveaway at Willie’s Grill & Icehouse
Willie’s Grill & Icehouse is honoring teachers and nurses with a free Chicken Tenders Basket (four tenders with fries or another standard side) for dine-in customers who show a work I.D., available all day March 11 at all locations. Drinks not included; no other coupons apply.
Thursday, March 12
Tequila Herradura Dinner at Ouisie’s Table & Gardens
Ouisie’s Table & Gardens, 3939 San Felipe, hosting a Tequila Herradura Dinner showcasing the versatility of the agave spirit. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the four-course meal pairs Mexican Shrimp Cocktail with Silver Tequila, Red Snapper a la Veracruzana with Reposado, Roasted Beef Tenderloin Rollatini with Ultra and a duo of Flan and Tres Leches with Legend. The dinner is $85 per person plus tax and gratuity, and reservations are required by calling 713-528-2264.
Sax & The City Thursdays at Juliet HTX Steakhouse
Juliet, 5857 Westheimer, is turning Thursdays into the new night out with its “Sax & The City” experience, pairing live saxophone performances with a three-course prix-fixe dinner. For $59.95, guests can enjoy a starter, entrees from filet to Cajun fettuccine alfredo with blackened chicken and shrimp, and desserts like snickerdoodle bread pudding with dulce de leche ice cream, alongside soulful live music. Reservations are encouraged.
Friday, March 13
Perfect Pairings: Pizza & Wine at Messina Hof Harvest Green Winery & Kitchen
Messina Hof Harvest Green Winery & Kitchen, 8921 Harlem, is toasting spring with its Perfect Pairings: Pizza & Wine event, running from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The evening serves up four slices of pizza matched with four Messina Hof wines for a guided tasting of the ultimate duo.
Saturday, March 14
Pi Day Deals at North Italia
North Italia is celebrating Pi Day with the new Cajun Boil pizza—crawfish, andouille, fontina, heirloom potato and sweet corn—available through April 10 at select Houston locations. The nationwide Nashville Hot Chicken pizza, with house-made dill pickles and herb ranch, is also available. Both pies are $23 ($20 during happy hour), and $1 from each Pi Day pizza sold supports local hunger relief.
Sunday, March 15
Go Tejano Night at Axelrad
Axelrad, 1517 Alabama, teams up with Hennessy and Ice House Radio for a rodeo season party with live music from Mexican Blackbird, Marcelluz Gualez, Gracie Chávez and Mr. Simmer Down, hosted by Miss V. Haven and Doogie Roux. The 21+ event runs 6 p.m. to midnight and is free with RSVP.
New and ongoing specials
Rodeo Season
From brisket cupcakes to mechanical bulls, Houston’s restaurants and bars go all out for rodeo season, turning the city into a smoky, sweet fiesta. Check out our full guide to Rodeo Eats, Drinks, and Parties for pop-ups, rooftop cocktails and rodeo season bites.
Tamaulipas Tasting Menu at Caracol
Continuing Caracol’s tasting menu series, chef Hugo Ortega and team explore the flavors of Tamaulipas with a four-course menu offered at dinner Monday–Saturday, March 5–April 4. Highlights include jaiba en escabeche, crispy shrimp tacos, carne asada a la Tampiqueña, and a mango mousse dessert. Cost is $75 per person plus tax & gratuity, with optional beverage pairings for $36 extra.