May brought several notable restaurant closures across the Houston area. From established eateries to local breweries, six businesses shuttered during the month, citing factors that included retirement, lease expirations, building sales, and ongoing economic pressures.
6 Beloved Houston Restaurants Bid Farewell in May 2026
Closure included KP’s Kitchen, Platypus Brewery, and Harvey’s Deli, closed their doors permanently. Here is the detailed list:
House of Fries
House of Fries, a longtime Oak Forest restaurant that served the community for 15 years, was located on Antonie Drive. The restaurant closed the doors of its Antonie Drive location on May 1. The restaurant served loaded fries, burgers, and other comfort food items.
Owned by Joe and Myriam Nabulsi, the restaurant shared the news of its closure on social media. In the farewell message, they thanked the community for their support. Following the closure announcement, the restaurant received lots of heartfelt messages from its loyal customers.
- Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Harvey’s Deli
Harvey’s Deli, a family-owned sandwich shop, officially closed its doors on May 13. The five-year-old spot was well-known for its East Coast-style subs. It was founded by Ted and Tierra Tyman and offered house-prepared meats and a welcoming atmosphere.
The owners cited economic pressures and rising operating costs as factors behind the closure.
- Closing Date: May 13, 2026
Fire Ant Brewing
Houston’s popular brewery, Fire Ant Brewing Company, was a local favorite brewpub in Tomball. The brewery closed its doors on May 17 after its eight wonderful years of service. Bruce Kissinger and Sylvia Kissinger founded the brewery at 308 Market Street.
The brewery was known for its German-style beers, pub fare, and relaxed atmosphere. The owners said they chose to close the business as they retire and spend more time with family.
- Closing Date: May 17, 2026
Good God, Nadine’s
A Houston restaurant and cocktail bar, Good God, Nadine’s, offered creative drinks and a Gulf Coast-inspired menu. The eatery closed its doors on May 31, after just one year of operation. The owners said the closure followed the sale of the building.
The restaurant gained popularity because of its fresh ingredients, sourced from the owners’ local farm.
- Closing Date: May 31, 2026
KP’s Kitchen
KP’s Kitchen and Bar permanently closed on May 31 after just two years of service. The restaurant owner, Kerry Pauly, shared the news of its closure. The restaurant team has decided to focus on its original Spring Valley location.
The restaurant offered elevated American comfort food and was a local favorite. The owner encouraged customers to continue supporting the Spring Valley location.
- Closing Date: May 31, 2026
Platypus Brewing
An Australian-inspired craft brewery and restaurant, Platypus Brewing, closed its doors on May 31. Located on Washington Avenue, the brewery was part of the community for almost a decade.
It was known for its house-brewed beers, Australian comfort food, and pet-friendly atmosphere. The brewery team shared that the closure was related to the end of its lease. The owners are planning a new family-friendly restaurant concept in Houston’s Garden Oaks area.
- Closing Date: May 31, 2026
All these restaurant closures mark the end of an era in the Houston dining community.
