Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week, from a coffee shop closure to a handful of exciting openings. Read on for our most popular stories, and plan your weekend right here.

1. 1 Houston-area Starbucks to shutter among 250 nationwide. Starbucks closed a Houston-area location last week as part of a broader plan to shutter 250 underperforming stores across North America.

2. Caribbean-spiced Houston fried chicken joint takes off with 2 new locations. Southern Jerks will open two new locations before the end of the year.

3. Love Croissants opens first stand-alone bakery with Heights drive-through. A growing Houston croissant bakery finally has a permanent home. Love Croissants opened its first stand-alone location in the Heights on Thursday, October 1.

4. Beard Award-winning Houston chef's new restaurant now open in Montrose. The city’s dining enthusiasts are undeniably excited to welcome House of Louie, the newest project from chef Justin Yu.

A look inside House of Louie. Photo by Eric Sandler

5. Comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld stands up for Houston venue's 10th anniversary. Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Centre will celebrate its 10th anniversary that same way it celebrated its grand opening — with a performance by comedy superstar Jerry Seinfeld.