Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink happenings:
Friday Lunch & 25-Cent Martinis at Fielding’s River Oaks
Fridays, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
3750 Westheimer
New special alert! Fielding’s turns Friday lunch into a celebration with a chef-driven midday menu and handcrafted martinis for just 25 cents each, plus free valet to kick off the weekend in style.
Grand Opening at The Kid
Saturday, 4 p.m.
1815 North Durham
The new neighborhood bar and restaurant kicks off its Grand Opening with $1 sliders, beers and cocktails for the first 100 guests, plus live DJs starting at 6 p.m. to keep the party going all night. Guests can enjoy Rodeo Goat fan favorites like the iconic Royale with Cheese, stacked with American cheese, chopped onions, bacon, mustard and spiked ketchup; and sip on standout cocktails like the bold Jalapeño Business, a zesty mix of vodka, jalapeño, cucumber, lime, simple syrup and a Tajín rim.
Paella Sunday at Mutiny in the Heights
Sunday, 1, 4 or 6:30 p.m.
1124 Usener
Chef Eduardo Alcayaga fires up his signature seafood paella on the patio this Sunday, offering an interactive Spanish feast with wine and light bites before the main event — optional pairings available by the glass or bottle. Reserve via Resy.
Chef Takeover at Wooster’s Garden
Sunday, 4 p.m. until sold out
3315 Milam
Chefs Javi Becerra and Rico Mackins (formerly of Degust) pop up for one night only with bold bites at Wooster’s Garden— think confit duck with pomegranate and beef tartare nachos — plus live jazz and no cover.
Pre-Concert Food and Drink for Beyoncé Weekend
Saturday–Sunday
Getting in formation for Beyoncé’s Houston shows? We’ve rounded up the city’s best Beyoncé-themed sips and bites to keep the party going all weekend long. From SirDavis Whisky cocktails to buzzy brunches, happy hours and more, you’ll find plenty of ways to toast to Queen Bey’s homecoming.
