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    NYC ice cream shop scoops out vegan sweets in Rice Village

    Eric Sandler
    Dec 16, 2020 | 9:40 am
    Van Leeuwen ice cream scoop
    Van Leeuwen offers more than 30 flavors at its scoop shops.
    Courtesy of Van Leeuwen

    One of New York City's most-acclaimed scoop shops has revealed its first Houston location. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream will open in Rice Village in spring 2021, the development announced.

    Opened as a food truck in 2008, Van Leeuwen has expanded to 22 shops in New York and Los Angeles. The company is best known for its vegan flavors made with either cashew milk or oat milk. Overall, the shops offer 32 flavors — a mix of dairy and vegan — along with four special flavors every month. They are made, in the company's parlance, "without junk," from milk, cream, eggs, and cane sugar (or their vegan equivalents).

    Two of the most popular selections are Chocolate Fudge Brownie and the vegan Cookie Crumble Strawberry Jam. Future customers can preview the shop's selections by buying the company's pints at Central Market.

    “We couldn’t be happier to be expanding to the Houston area. With its established ties, walkability, and bustling community, we knew Rice Village was perfect for our first venture into the Lone Star state,” CEO and co-founder Ben Van Leeuwen said in a statement. “For over 12 years we’ve been committed to bringing our customers good ice cream that makes you feel good, and we can’t wait to serve Rice Village, come spring.”

    Van Leeuwen will occupy approximately 900-square-feet at 2565 Amherst St (formerly Steel City Pops). Expect at least two more Houston locations in Uptown Park and Montrose in the months to come, according to reporting by Eater Houston.

    Bringing in a new ice cream shop is only the latest addition at Rice Village. Earlier this month, the development announced that furniture retailer West Elm had claimed the former Urban Outfitters space on University Boulevard.

    “Rice Village is thrilled to welcome Van Leeuwen to its growing list of diverse eateries and shops,” Morgan Lera, senior investment associate of Rice Management Company, added. “The Village has been such an integral part of the city for generations. I’m confident that Van Leeuwen will only add to the Rice Village experience to create many sweet memories for Houstonians.”

    Burdette Huffman of The Blue Ox Group represented Rice Village. Jason Kastner of Dochtner & Alexander Retail Advisors and Zac Hoffer with The Retail Connection represented Van Leeuwen.

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    Raise the Steaks

    12 special Houston steak nights served Monday through Thursday

    Brianna McClane
    Aug 28, 2026 | 4:00 pm
    Turner's steak night prime affairs
    Photo by Kristen Gilliam
    Turner’s "Prime Affairs" night offers steaks ranging from an eight-ounce American Wagyu ($88) to a 22-ounce prime dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($123), served with sides and choice of enhancement.

    Houstonians love a deal, especially when it involves a juicy steak. Thankfully, Houston's bars and restaurants devote lots of to creating compelling steak night specials. These are a few that caught our attention, mostly new additions with a few familiar favorites thrown in as a reminder of their consistent excellence.

    Monday

    EZ's Liquor Lounge
    This award-winning, retro-inspired cocktail bar in the Heights serves a 12-ounce strip with a salad and mashed potatoes for $32 every Monday beginning at 6 pm.

    Memorial Trail Ice House
    After reopening in June, Memorial Trail Ice House added a steak night on Mondays. Dig into a ribeye steak with bacon-smashed mozzarella potatoes and salad for $21. Take advantage of industry night, too, with $5 Espolon, $5 Jäger, $5 Maniball Peanut Butter Tequila, and $8 Good Boy seltzers.

    Tuesday

    Griff’s
    The steak night at this beloved Irish pub has a loyal following. The $24 plate comes with a marinated steak, giant baked potato, a visit to the full potato-fixings bar, and a draft beer.

    Toga
    This Japanese-inspired pub offers a $29 steak night deal on Tuesdays from 4-10 pm. Diners get an eight-ounce steak with housemade chimichurri sauce, plus sweet potato mash with chili garlic and a house salad topped of frisée, cabbage, and tomato that's topped with creamy ginger dressing and sesame seeds.

    Turner’s
    For an elevated take on steak night, Turner’s "Prime Affairs" night showcases three cuts on Tuesdays: an eight-ounce American wagyu filet mignon ($88), an 18-ounce prime dry-aged bone-in New York strip ($76), and a 22-ounce prime dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($123). Each comes with a choice of True Madeira, smoked chimichurri, or au poivre, along with potato purée and grilled asparagus. For the whole table, the “After Dark” board serves three to four guests and includes all three steaks for $275.

    Wednesday

    The Blind Goat
    The Spring Branch eatery from MasterChef winner Christine Ha serves a steak frites special on Wednesdays for $27.

    Confessions
    It’s all-you-can-eat ribeye and fries for $45 on Wednesdays at this hookah bar and restaurant. Diners can also get $5 glasses of wine and $20 bottles.

    KP’s Kitchen
    Wednesdays bring all-day happy hour and prime rib night to the Spring Branch restaurant. Diners can pair the steak with their first glass of red wine for $1, or take advantage of $7 drinks and $7 appetizers during happy hour.

    Yuma
    Known for its Brazilian and Cuban sandwiches, Yuma gets in on the steak night trend on Wednesdays. A slab of picanha, also known as top sirloin cap, is coated in a housemade dry rub, smoked slowly, and sliced like prime rib. It’s served with yuca fries, sautéed mustard greens, and chimichurri.

    Thursday

    Johnny Ritas
    It’s “Noche Asado” at Johnny Rita's on Thursdays from 5-9 pm. The $27 plate comes with a 12-ounce carne asada served with salad and elote. Diners can also take advantage of $2 off frozen margaritas and signature cocktails.

    Jonathan’s The Rub
    Stop by either the Campbell Place ($35) or East End ($30) locations of Jonathan’s The Rub on Thursdays for a 16-ounce New York strip paired with a vegetable and smashed potatoes.

    Starduster Lounge
    The casual Heights spot's steak night comes with a steak, butter poached potatoes, and rotating veg with cowboy butter for $30. Add a margarita for $5.

    Turner’s "Prime Affairs" night offers steaks ranging from an eight-ounce American Wagyu ($88) to a 22-ounce prime dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($123), served with sides and choice of enhancement.

    Turner's steak night prime affairs
    Photo by Kristen Gilliam

    Turner’s "Prime Affairs" night offers steaks ranging from an eight-ounce American Wagyu ($88) to a 22-ounce prime dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($123).

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