Ramen Tatsu-ya to Open New Meyerland Location

The popular ramen shop will celebrate its new Meyerland location with a grand opening event on October 31.

Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Japanese Food

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Ramen Tatsu-ya is expanding its Houston presence with a new location at 4672 Beechnut St in the Meyerland neighborhood. The restaurant is scheduled to hold a grand opening celebration on October 31, 2026.

Why it matters

This expansion brings the chain to nine total locations, further growing its footprint in Texas after first debuting in 2012. The brand is known for its intensive culinary process, including a tonkotsu broth that requires three days to prepare.

The new restaurant site at 4672 Beechnut St replaces a former Boston Market location. Preparation for the signature tonkotsu broth involves a three-day cooking process.

The players

Tatsu Aikawa

He is a chef and the co-founder of the original Ramen Tatsu-ya restaurant established in 2012.

Takuya Matsumoto

He is a chef who co-founded the Ramen Tatsu-ya restaurant brand alongside Tatsu Aikawa.

The details

Founded by chefs Tatsu Aikawa and Takuya Matsumoto, the company also operates other concepts like Kemuri Tatsu-Ya and Tiki Tatsu-Ya. The Meyerland grand opening will feature giveaways, including free t-shirts for early customers, and a DJ set from 6-8 pm.

2012: The original Ramen Tatsu-ya restaurant opened.
2017: The first Houston location opened in Montrose.
December 2025: The Town & Country Houston location opened.
October 25, 2026: Pudgy's Fine Cookies and Underground Creamery open at the Beechnut St site.
October 31, 2026: The Ramen Tatsu-ya Meyerland grand opening takes place.

Culture Shift

The expansion follows the brand's established culinary reputation, exemplified by the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand designation held by its sister concept, Kemuri Tatsu-Ya. This growth reflects a broader trend of successful regional restaurant concepts scaling their operations within major Texas cities.

Residents in the Meyerland area can visit the new location starting October 31 to participate in grand opening festivities, including a ramen giveaway and costume-themed activities. Customers should note that the location shares the property with Pudgy's Fine Cookies and Underground Creamery.

The takeaway

This opening marks the latest expansion for a brand that has grown significantly in the Texas market since 2012. Locals looking to visit should be prepared for potential crowds during the grand opening celebration on October 31.