Taco ’bout the end of an era. A beloved Mexican restaurant is closing its doors after decades of serving up favorites.
One of Houston’s longest-standing Mexican restaurants is preparing to serve its final meals this September. Chef-owner Arnaldo Richards has announced that Picos will close its doors within the next two months.
The restaurant says “ongoing economic pressures and shifting consumer behaviors that have significantly impacted the restaurant industry” led to the decision. Richards also told the Houston Chroniclethat Picos sales dropped 18% in 2025 compared to 2024.
The Richards family took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message with the restaurant’s customers.
“We are proud of what we’ve accomplished and so thankful for the relationships we’ve built,” they wrote in part. “We will truly miss our daily interactions, the laughter, and all the memories we’ve shared.”
“Thank you for your loyalty and support throughout the years. It is what allowed me to live out my dream,” the Richards family added. “I’ll always be grateful for that and for the family we’ve built together.”
Mexican Cuisine Lovers Mourn Upcoming Loss of Favorite Restaurant
Heartbroken fans of the beloved Mexican restaurant took to the comments section to show their support (and disappointment).