Landry’s Seafood House Closes Historic Katy Location After 45 Years
The original Landry’s Seafood House in Katy has officially closed, bringing an end to a 45-year run at the site where the restaurant group first began. Landry’s Seafood House, located at 22215 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450, has officially shut its doors after 45 years of serving Gulf Coast seafood and Cajun fare. But the legacy of this location, which gave birth to the nationally recognized Landry’s Inc. restaurant empire, remains deeply woven into the fabric of the Katy community.
Originally opened in 1980 as Landry’s Seafood Inn and Oyster Bar, the humble 85-seat eatery was founded by brothers Bill and Floyd Landry, whose passion for Cajun cooking stemmed from a rich Louisiana family heritage. With its casual atmosphere, horseshoe bar, country jukebox, and crayons on the tables, the restaurant quickly grew in popularity. It soon expanded to accommodate 190 guests—and caught the eye of then-upcoming entrepreneur Tilman Fertitta.
By 1986, Fertitta had gained controlling interest in the business and transformed it from a single family-run seafood restaurant into Landry’s Inc., now one of the most recognizable names in the hospitality industry. Under his leadership, the brand evolved and expanded, and the original Katy location remained a symbol of where it all began.
A Legacy of Seafood and Southern Hospitality
Through the decades, the restaurant’s menu evolved just as the company did. Once known for its impressive 101-item dinner lineup featuring fresh Gulf catches like snapper and speckled trout, the restaurant later rebranded to Landry’s Seafood House and added a wider range of offerings—from steaks and pastas to traditional Cajun dishes. It became a local favorite and a regional destination, drawing seafood lovers from across the Houston metro area and beyond.
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Though the Katy location was not the company’s largest in terms of revenue, its sentimental and historic value was unmatched. That made the recent closure—confirmed in late December 2025—all the more bittersweet for long-time patrons.
Official Confirmation and Future Plans
The closure was first communicated quietly via on-site notices taped to the restaurant's front entrance, followed by updates on delivery platforms like Uber Eats and DoorDash marking the location as “Closed.” The official Landry’s Seafood House website has also since updated the Katy location as permanently closed.
In a statement shared with media outlets including the Houston Chronicle, Shah Ghani, Chief Operating Officer of Landry’s Inc., said the restaurant concluded operations at the end of its lease. However, he emphasized the company’s commitment to the Katy area.
“We’re currently working to secure a new, easier and more accessible location in the Katy area,” Ghani stated, noting that this is not the end of the brand’s presence in the region.
Further softening the impact, Landry’s confirmed that employees from the Katy location were offered roles at other affiliated concepts nearby, including Babin’s Seafood House and Saltgrass Steak House—both part of the Landry’s Inc. family.
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A New Chapter Ahead
For many Katy residents, the closure marks the end of an era. But it also signals a new beginning. With Landry’s actively scouting for a fresh location within the community, locals can expect the iconic flavors and family-friendly dining experience to return—potentially in an upgraded and more conveniently located space.
Meanwhile, diners can still enjoy Landry’s Seafood House at its other Houston-area locations, including popular spots in the Kemah Boardwalk, The Woodlands, and on the Galveston Seawall.
As Katy continues to grow and attract major restaurant developments, the next chapter of Landry’s in the area is already being written. And for those who remember the original—filled with oysters, fried shrimp, and stories of where it all began—it’s a memory that will forever be part of Katy’s restaurant roots.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
