Westchase Today

(Golden milestone celebration: Sue Burnett and her husband Rusty toast to 50 years of success at a special celebration.) From humble beginnings to industry leader Sue Burnett arrived in Houston with just $500 and a journalism degree from the University of Arkansas. Little did she know that her journey would lead her to establish one of Texas' most recognized staffing firms right here in Westchase District. Burnett started her career in personnel services, quickly rising…..Read More

Maintenance Takes Center Stage in Westchase District: More Parks and Trails Increase Maintenance Demands. Anyone who has ever bought or sold a home knows the importance of curb appeal. At Westchase District, we’re “selling” our area every day to prospective residents, tenants, and investors. So we highly value our curb appeal and want the area to look clean and well-maintained to anyone who visits. As Westchase District’s investment in public spaces continues to grow, the…..Read More

Quick Bites and Slow Sips: Veteran Restaurateur and Ambitious Newcomer Offer Distinct Food and Beverage Choices. In the Market at Westchase, a retail center on Westheimer Rd., two generations of Westchase District restaurants have become neighbors, showcasing the area’s unique dining scene. Ramen Jin, a veteran in the area, dishes out swift, satisfying bowls of ramen, while Cafe Tales, the new kid on the block, brews up an experience meant to be savored.   Ramen…..Read More

Those who drive Meadowglen Lane within Westchase District know that improvements are long overdue. One of our frequent social media commentators described Meadowglen Lane as a “goat trail” and it’s hard to disagree with that assessment. The City of Houston has made repairs when needed. But the roadway needs a complete rebuild – the same treatment that brought Walnut Bend back to life for the hundreds of motorists, school buses, bicyclists and pedestrians who use…..Read More

Westchase District is home to a “Y,” but not the Y you might be thinking of. Known for their community centers and fitness centers, the YMCA operates locations all over Houston. YMCA International Services is no different in serving communities throughout the greater Houston area, with their main office in Westchase District offering services to immigrants and refugees. YMCA International Services moved to its current location at 3110 Hayes Road one year ago, having previously…..Read More

Stop by Lux Nail Spa almost any day of the week and you’ll find Antoine Hai Pham and wife Amy Vi Tran working at their appropriately-named Lux Nail Spa. Lux was an original tenant at Woodlake Square after the entire center, including its anchor Randalls store, was demolished and rebuilt in 2011. “I have a background in real estate and Amy always had a dream of owning a salon,” said Antoine. “It took us a…..Read More

As large in-person gatherings continue to return, Westchase District has emerged as a hub for a wide array of conventions, conferences and expos. The Houston Marriott Westchase and the Hilton Houston Westchase have played a pivotal role in accommodating the influx of these events in the District, reflecting a promising upturn for the events industry. The resurgence in these events aligns with a broader trend of recovery in the industry. Data from Northstar Meetings Group…..Read More

A new destination park is under construction in Westchase District. Camden Park is on a 3.4-acre parcel of land, located at 2951 Wilcrest Drive, and will be Westchase District's largest park and a destination for all of west Houston when it opens in 2025. It will feature a 16,000-square-foot activity lawn with a multi-purpose pavilion for free concerts and cultural performances, a children's play area, enclosed dog park (one for small pups and one for…..Read More

Westheimer motorists and residents of the surrounding neighborhoods have enjoyed watching the improvements coming to 10770 Westheimer and speculating on the tenants that would be coming to the newly remodeled space. All those questions were answered recently, when signage was erected advertising the coming of a Goodwill retail store and a Planet Fitness health club facility. The 40,000-square-foot building (formerly the home of Tennis Express) has been completely remodeled by Williamsburg Enterprises, a Houston-based real…..Read More

Imagine driving down Richmond Avenue without dodging potholes. Or walking leisurely down almost any Westchase District street well-lit by improved pedestrian lighting. Envision attending a concert at a newly-built performance venue in Westchase District. All that will be possible under the District’s new 380 area agreement with the City of Houston. Houston City Council unanimously approved a 10-year extension of the 380 at its meeting on November 1. The new agreement comes as Westchase District…..Read More