Your Guide to Houston's Easter 2026 Openings and Closings
As Easter Sunday approaches, many Houstonians might be wondering which local businesses will be operating. Whether you're in need of last-minute Easter egg hunt supplies, ingredients for your Sunday brunch, or looking to dine out, there are still options available.
While it's true that certain grocery stores, pharmacies, and other businesses will shut their doors for the day, others will keep their lights on, albeit with shorter operating hours. This is also true for many restaurants, which will not only be open but may also offer special holiday menus.
Businesses Open for Easter
Several stores and pharmacies plan to stay open on Easter, though their hours might be reduced. It's always a good idea to check with specific locations for exact hours of operation. Here's a list of some of the establishments that will be open:
- A popular pharmacy chain
- Several dollar stores
- A number of grocery stores, including a popular organic grocer
- Various large department stores
Businesses Closed for Easter
Meanwhile, other establishments have decided to remain closed throughout Easter Sunday. This list includes grocery and warehouse stores, pharmacies, and department stores. If you usually shop at these places, make sure to get what you need in advance:
- A popular discount grocery chain
- A membership-based wholesale club
- A regional supermarket chain
- Another membership-only retail warehouse club
- A large department store chain
Where to Dine on Easter Sunday
If you're looking for somewhere to grab a quick meal or sit down for a leisurely brunch or dinner on Easter Sunday, you're in luck. Several fast food chains will be open, as will coffee shops and breakfast spots. There will also be plenty of options if you're in the mood for a sit-down meal.
Here are some local Houston-area restaurants that plan to be open on Easter Sunday:
- Brennan’s of Houston: Offering an Easter Sunday brunch; reservations recommended.
- Bloom & Bee: Enjoy an Easter brunch on both Saturday and Sunday.
- Caracol: Head here for an Easter brunch buffet.
- Brasserie 19: Another spot for Easter Sunday brunch.
- Hamsa HTX: Serving brunch until 3 p.m. on Easter Sunday.
- Yiayia’s Greek Kitchen: Open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Easter Sunday.
- Amore Houston: Offering an à la carte Easter brunch.
- Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette: Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Easter Sunday.
- Picos: Serving an Easter Sunday brunch buffet with a variety of options; reservations are recommended.
- The Cheesecake Factory – Galleria: Open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Kenny & Ziggy’s: Open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
With this guide in hand, you should be able to navigate your Easter Sunday in Houston, whether you're dining in or dining out, shopping for last-minute supplies, or just want to know what's open. Enjoy your Easter Sunday!