Gyro Republic is continuing to expand its reach across the Greater Houston region with another opening. According to a recently filed permit with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the popular fast-casual restaurant chain, which specializes in customizable New York City-style halal gyros, rice bowls, pitas, and salads, is expected to open in the SSS Eldridge Marketplace at 13421 Westheimer Road, Suite A.
The permit further states that construction for the new Energy Corridor Gyro Republic is planned to start toward the end of January 2027 and is slated for completion by the end of April 2027. If permitting goes smoothly and the estimated $275,000 construction project stays on track, the new Gyro Republic should open by spring 2027.
At the helm of the opening is Gyro Republic founder Rehan Ranpuri. What Now Houston reached out to Ranpuri to find out more about the exciting new opening and further expansion plans. Unfortunately, we did not hear back from Ranpuri by the time of this publication.
“What started as a simple idea to serve food that feels good, tastes incredible, and gives people the freedom to make it their own has grown into a brand built around choice, flavor, and hospitality,” the Gyro Republic website reads.
“Today, every bowl, pita, salad, and Gyrito® is crafted with 100% halal proteins, fresh ingredients, and house-made sauces, inspired by Mediterranean flavors and rooted in American street food culture.”
Ranpuri, an immigrant from India and former retail/Boost Mobile store owner, founded the concept and opened the very first location in Sugar Land in 2019. After struggling to find fresh halal dining options, Ranpuri traveled to New York City to study under veteran halal and street-food cart chefs. He focused on perfecting spices and proteins, featuring cubes of gyro meat instead of standard slices, along with signature white and red hot sauces.
The business faced initial challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic but continued to build its local footprint by offering affordable, healthy, 100% halal options.
There are now seven Gyro Republic locations, plus a ghost kitchen, all within the Greater Houston region. The chain also plans further growth, with 9 upcoming locations in Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas.
Check out the new Gyro Republic when it opens in the SSS Eldridge Marketplace at 13421 Westheimer Road, Suite A, by spring 2027.
(This is a developing story. As more information is made available, we will update this article. Stay tuned!)
