Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:
Monday, April 14
Trill Burgers Giveaway at University of Houston
Trill Burgers has partnered with Chartwells Higher Education and the University of Houston to give away 250 burgers to UH students, staff and faculty in celebration of the Cougars’ trip to the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four in San Antonio. The giveaway will take place at the Trill Burgers stand inside TDECU Stadium (Section 138), starting at 11 a.m. until all 250 burgers have been served. Look for the red and white balloon pillars at Icon Gate 2 to enter the stadium. The first 250 people in line will receive a ticket for their complimentary burger that can be redeemed at Trill Burgers’ black and yellow concession stand.
Courtyard Crawfish Boil at Brennan’s of Houston
Brennan’s of Houston, 3300 Smith, is throwing a Spring Crawfish Boil, serving up 200 pounds of mudbugs with all the fixings, including potatoes, corn, smoked sausage and plenty of garlic, plus a decadent Creole bread pudding to end on a sweet note. Tickets are $60 and the event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the newly renovated bar area and New Orleans-style courtyard, rain or shine.
Tuesday, April 15
Tavola x Le Jardinier La Belle Vita Dining Series at Le Jardinier
The Bastion Collection continues La Belle Vita, a culinary journey across the Riveira with chefs Felipe Botero (Le Jardinier) and Michael Lara (Tavola), at Le Jardinier, 5500 Main. The five-course menu ($185 per person) merges Mediterranean flavors from France to Italy, with highlights including poached shrimp, French white asparagus, polpo, roasted lamb chop – and for dessert: a tiramisu and mini butterfly.
Tax Day Prosecco at Roma
This Tax Day, Roma, 2347 University, is offering complimentary Prosecco all night with dinner, turning stress into a celebration of its decade of service in Rice Village.
Friday–Saturday
10-Year Anniversary at Axelrad
Axelrad, 1517 Alabama, is set to celebrate its 10-year anniversary this weekend. The celebrations kick off from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday with live music from Los Yesterdays, Gabriella Martinez Selena Tribute, Chicano Boulevard and DJ Rosez; followed by an all-day fiesta on Saturday featuring family-friendly fun activities, face painters, markets and live music throughout the day. Guests can also join drink specials on a selection of fan-favorite cocktails, from Frozé to the 3rd Ward Smash (Bourbon, Lemon, Sugar, Mint, Grapefruit Bitters.
Saturday–Sunday
Easter Weekend Bunny Boil at Crawfish Cafe
Crawfish Cafe is celebrating Easter weekend with a festive feast that gives back, serving up its Bunny Boil – a limited-time combo featuring one pound of crawfish, a half pound of shrimp and one pound of black mussels, plus corn and potatoes – donating 20 percent of sales from all five locations to Sky High for Kids.
Sunday, April 20
Easter Sunday
From sophisticated multi-course meals to family-friendly bunny buffets, there’s something to suit every palate this Easter Sunday. Find all the details in our 2025 Easter Sunday Dining Guide.
420 Backyard BBQ Bash at WILD
WILD is going full vibes for its 2nd annual 420 Backyard BBQ Bash, held at both the WILD Montrose, 1609 Westheimer, and WILD Heights, 2121 North Shepherd, locations. Dig into smoked chicken, St. Louis ribs and loaded sides, plus infused sweets like cookies, brownies, and tres leches. Folks can also enjoy $5 Jell-O shots, deep discounts on edibles and tinctures and doorbuster prizes all weekend, with festivities kicking off at 11 a.m.
The Taste of Asia at POST Houston
POST Houston, 401 Franklin, is serving up culture and flavor with MUNCHIZU: The Taste of Asia, a one-day celebration highlighting the rich food traditions of Korea, Taiwan and Japan, held in the X Atrium from 2 to 5 p.m.. Expect complimentary bites, live cooking demos and a jam-packed lineup of performances—from a Korean fashion show to a thunderous Japanese Taiko drum set. Tickets are $10.
All month long
Little Rey, 2345 Mid Lane, continues its monthly guest chef taco collab series with a special taco created by a rotating local chef featured, and 100 percent of its proceeds going to Southern Smoke Foundation to benefit food and beverage workers in need. This month, chef Aaron Bludorn of Bludorn, Bar Bludorn and Navy Blue has created a pastrami birria taco, a nod to Bar Bludorn’s Reuben.
Crawfish Ramen at Ramen Tatsu-ya
Ramen Tatsu-ya, 1722 California, is bringing back the Crawmen, running now through May 28. The Cajun-inspired ramen delivers a spicy, buttery kick with a base of crawfish tonkotsu broth, loaded with crawfish tails, andouille sausage and a Southern succotash of corn and bell peppers.
New and ongoing specials
Crawfish Season
With crawfish season back and crackin’, check out our 2025 Crawfish Boil Guide to find out where to get your hands dirty with the best mudbugs in town, from buttery Asian-Cajun boils to bold and spicy Louisiana-style feasts.
Yucatán Tasting Menu at Caracol
Caracol, 2200 Post Oak, continues its regional tasting menu series by heading to Yucatán now through May 3, offering a four-course dinner celebrating the region’s bold Mayan, Spanish and Caribbean flavors. Dishes like Cochinita Pibil Panucho, achiote-rubbed Tikin Xi, and a chocolate pyramid dessert are paired with optional Mexican wines and cocktails. The menu is $75 per person ($36 for beverage pairings) plus tax and gratuity; reservations are available at caracol.net or 713-622-9996.
