Hudson House Will Open Third Houston Location
The restaurant will expand its footprint with a new space at the Memorial Greenside development in Houston.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Dining Out
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Hudson House plans to launch a third Houston restaurant at 1085 Gessner Road, Suite 290. The project adds to the brand's existing footprint in the city.
Why it matters
The expansion follows the growth of the Dallas-founded brand as it secures space in the 35,000-square-foot Memorial Greenside retail complex. This development marks another step in the restaurant's ongoing presence in the Houston market.
The upcoming restaurant will occupy a 6,095-square-foot space within a 35,000-square-foot retail complex. Construction for the new site is estimated to cost $2 million.
The players
Hudson House
This is a restaurant brand that first launched in Dallas in 2017 and currently operates multiple locations throughout the Houston area.
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
This state agency oversees various professional licensing and regulatory programs, including the review of commercial construction projects.
The details
The restaurant chain, which first debuted in Dallas, is adding this location to its existing portfolio in River Oaks and Rice Village. Project details submitted to state regulators indicate the site will be situated at the Memorial Greenside development in Memorial City.
Timeline
Hudson House opened its first location in Dallas in 2017.
Memorial Greenside is expected to open in November 2026.
Construction is projected to begin on Nov. 19, 2026.
Construction is projected to be completed by April 4, 2027.
Culture Shift
The expansion reflects the ongoing retail complex development cycle in Memorial City. This move follows the trend of established dining brands securing anchor positions in planned mixed-use districts to capture suburban foot traffic.
Residents in the Memorial City area can expect a new dining option to join the retail mix by mid-2027. The project will transform the 1085 Gessner Road site into a 6,095-square-foot commercial space.
The takeaway
The expansion shows how popular restaurant brands are prioritizing footprint growth in established retail hubs. Prospective diners should monitor future announcements for updates on when the new location will begin taking reservations.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Houston Chronicle.
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