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Houston’s to be demolished

By , Daily Memphian Updated: November 30, 2025 5:45 PM CT | Published: November 26, 2025 11:22 AM CT

Houston’s Restaurant is set to be demolished.

Demolition of the 7,500-square-foot building at 5000 Poplar Ave. will be done by Michael Lenoid Fitch Jr. of Memphis, according to a permit filed with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development. 

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Sophia Surrett

Sophia Surrett

Sophia Surrett is a University of Alabama graduate, where she received her B.A. in news media and M.A. in journalism and media studies. She covers small business, nonprofits, restaurant real estate, hospitality and tourism and manufacturing.


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