Tout Suite Expands

Popular EaDo bakery/cafe heads west to where it all began

One of EaDo's most popular dining destinations is heading west. Tout Suite will open a second location in Memorial City Mall, commercial real estate firm announced CBRE announced on Tuesday.

For owners Anne Le and Sandy Tran, the new location represents a homecoming of sorts. The duo opened their first concept, the coffee shop and bakery SWEET, in nearby CityCentre back in 2011.

"We are excited to bring all of our signature desserts and dishes to a location where shoppers can conveniently grab something to eat or take a seat at one of our community tables,” Tran said in a statement. “The menu will feature fresh, locally-sourced options that will be a healthy addition to the mall’s current dining options.”

The mall spot, which will be located near the skating rink and is slated to open this summer, will focus more exclusively on "grab and go" items rather than the fast casual model of service that's part of the EaDo location.

"Although Tout Suite's owners were originally a bit hesitant about locating within a mall, they were really drawn to the location’s family-based ownership and its history,” said CBRE's Brian Ashby. “Memorial City really resounded with Tout Suite’s ownership and they are excited for everyone in and near the area to come enjoy and experience their macarons, eye-opening caffeinated concoctions and home-grown brand of cool."

Maybe not quite as cool as Shake Shack opening in The Galleria, but, in the ongoing battle to improve mall dining from the bad old days of Sbarro and Panda Express, adding Tout Suite definitely gives people another reason to shop at Memorial City.

Look for the new Tout Suite near the skating rink in Memorial City Mall.

Houston, Tout Suite, April 2016, brunch fare

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Look for the new Tout Suite near the skating rink in Memorial City Mall.

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riel returns

Shuttered Houston restaurant revived for 1 night only at Canada Day pop-up

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The pop-up will serve Riel's caviar and truffle pierogi.

One of the saddest restaurant closures of 2025 will get a one-night-only revival. Favorite dishes from Riel will return at Chardon on Sunday, June 28 for an event being called “Booze Can Sunday.”

While a French fine dining restaurant might seem like an unlikely host for a Riel revival, Chardon executive chef E.J. Miller once served as Riel’s opening sous chef. Miller invited his former boss, Riel chef-owner Ryan Lachaine, to join him for a pop-up that honors Canada Day.

Together, the duo will serve some of Riel’s most popular dishes, including:

Truffle and Caviar Pierogies
Steak Au Poivre Poutine with Cheese Curds
Deli Dog
Montreal Smoked Meat Sliders
Torche Kolaches
Mushroom Empanadas
Gator Karaage
Maple Whiskey Soft Serve with Foie Caram

The day will also feature drink specials such as Canadian Jell-O Shots, Molson X, Canadian Club, Old Grand-Dad, and more. Robin Wong, a co-owner of Blood Bros. BBQ and a successful DJ, will spin throughout the event.

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The pop-up will serve Riel's caviar and truffle pierogi.

"Riel was a special place for a lot of people, and Booze Can Sunday was always one of the most anticipated events of the week," said Miller. "Ryan and I wanted to bring back that energy for one day, celebrate the restaurant that meant so much to us, and give guests a chance to revisit some of the dishes and memories they loved."

Riel Restaurant Ryan Lachaine E.J. Miller A vintage picture of chefs EJ Miller and Ryan Lachaine. Photo by Eric Sandler

Riel opened in January 2017 and closed in August 2025. In between, it earned wide acclaim for the way Lachaine blended his Canadian upbringing and Ukrainian heritage with the modern Gulf Coast cuisine he learned while working at restaurants such as Reef and Underbelly.

Currently, Lachaine works as the executive chef at River Oaks restaurant State of Grace. He added two Riel signatures to State of Grace’s menu — the caviar tater tots and signature butter burgers.

Chardon, which earned a Best New Restaurant nomination in the 2026 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards for its blend of classic French fare with Texas ingredients, opened in February 2025. In addition to Riel, Miller’s resume includes SaltAir Seafood Kitchen, International Smoke, and Muse.

Booze Can Sunday takes place from 3-9 pm. Attendees are encouraged to register on Eventbrite.

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