The Retail and Entertainment Capital of Bay Area Houston

BAY AREA HOUSTON’S ENTERTAINMENT & RETAIL CAPITAL COMPELLING STATISTICS AND PERFORMANCE METRICS DEMONSTRATING WEBSTER’S MARKET STRENGTH

Retail & Shopping Sector in Webster THE REGIONAL RETAIL ENGINE An exceptional concentration of shopping options defines Webster’s retail landscape.

Global chains, national anchors, and locally owned standouts sit in close proximity, creating a high-impact commercial hub that attracts steady traffic from around the Houston–Galveston corridor. The density becomes an advantage, making it easy for shoppers to visit one store in Webster and seamlessly continue to the next, turning quick trips into well-rounded shopping outings.

THE WEBSTER ADVANTAGE Webster benefits from being surrounded by major suburban communities, placing more than a million consumers within a 15-mile radius. The expansive reach is why major retail anchors continue to cluster here and why many Webster businesses outperform other locations. Strong traffic counts, high visibility, and steady spending power from medical professionals, aerospace employees, and families traveling between Houston and Galveston create exceptional opportunities for retailers. With thousands of visitors arriving throughout the week for hotels, attractions, and regional destinations, Webster’s stores benefit from constant foot traffic that keeps the retail corridors thriving.

The high level of activity extends throughout the week. The daytime surge driven by regional employment amplifies retail demand. At the same time, evenings and weekends remain lively thanks to hotels, attractions, and entertainment districts that funnel additional customers into Webster’s shopping corridors. The result is a level of consistency and a volume of transactions that smaller suburban communities cannot generate.

Retail anchors like American Furniture Warehouse, Academy Sports + Outdoors, and Nordstrom Rack benefit from the strong synergy created by the surrounding shopping landscape. Even with Baybrook Mall just beyond city limits, its proximity strengthens Webster’s draw—bringing in steady traffic that fuels performance for retailers throughout the corridor.

Global retailer IKEA is on the horizon, accelerating the corridor’s momentum and expected to attract more than a million shoppers annually. Its $16 million investment in a Webster location highlights the understood strength of the market and the clear pull this setting already commands. Recruited by the City over time in partnership with Kimco, the project will amplify Webster’s retail appeal, generate new jobs, and strengthen the City’s position as a major regional shopping hub.

Retailers benefit from higher-than-average household incomes, supported by the highskilled, high-paying jobs in the aerospace, medical, and energy sectors in and around Webster, which push household incomes above regional averages. The spending power, combined with steady hotel occupancy and a steady stream of visitors, translates into higher-than-average retail spending, generating tens of millions in annual sales tax revenue that support City services.

The City, in turn, invests in well-maintained streets and shared spaces, enhanced public safety services, strategic tourism promotion, and ongoing support for the sectors that bring people into Webster. The result is an environment where businesses thrive.

From established corridors to emerging districts, Webster stands out for its accessibility, density, and draw.

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TOP PHOTO: Mayor Donna

Jasso congratulates General Manager Dana Tully on Sun & Ski Sports’ newly expanded Webster store—a top-ranked location in the Houston area and #5 nationwide.

The store draws outdoor enthusiasts seeking gear, apparel, and expert guidance.

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LEFT: Mayor Donna Jasso visits Costco, a major Webster anchor, which opened in 2018. The store is now ranked first in new memberships among all Costco locations in the Houston MSA. BOTTOM

RIGHT: Mayor Donna Jasso stops by James Avery, which expanded its Webster presence in 2018 and continues to be one of the brand’s top-performing Texas locations—standing out among more than 100 stores statewide.

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Packed into 6.7 square miles, Webster boasts more than 45 retail centers either open or on the way—with an average occupancy of 90%.

Seasoned Sales Leaders Top-Performing Retailers in Webster

Several of Webster’s retailers and entertainment venues rank among the top in the world, nation, state, or Houston MSA, underscoring the City’s remarkable market strength.

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Academy Sports + Outdoors Top-performing location in the U.S. out of 300+ stores in 18 states

American Furniture Warehouse Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of three locations

BoomerJack’s Ranked third among 24 locations in Texas

Buffalo Wild Wings Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of 30 locations

Chair King Ranked second among 22 locations in Texas

Cinemark Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of 14 locations

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Paris Baguette Top-performing location out of seven locations in the Houston MSA

Costco Wholesale Ranked first for new memberships out of four locations in the Houston MSA

Great Wolf Lodge Ranks top five out of 23 locations nationwide

James Avery Jewelry Top-performing location in Texas out of 100+ locations

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar Ranked second among 11 locations in Texas

La Madeleine Ranked second out of 86 locations across the U.S.

Little Woodrow’s Top-performing location out of 24 locations in Texas

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McAlister’s Deli Ranked in the top 50 out of 560 locations in the U.S

Nordstrom Rack Top-performing location in South Texas out of 11 locations

Pappasito’s Cantina Ranked third among 22 locations in the Houston MSA

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q Within the top ten locations out of 51 locations in the U.S.

Shake Shack Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of nine locations

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Smoothie King Top-performing location in the U.S. out of 800+ locations in 32 states

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery Top-performing location in the U.S. out of 70+ locations in ten states

Sun & Ski Sports Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of five locations

Taco Cabana Top-performing location in the Houston MSA out of 35+ locations

Torchy’s Tacos Ranked second out of 23 locations in the Houston MSA

Twin Peaks Top-performing location in the world out of 100+ locations in the US and Mexico

Total Sales Tax Revenue for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 was nearly $25 MILLION, a 10% increase over Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Sales Tax Revenue.

Retail + Shopping Pair Well With Webster’s Secret Sauce • CITY PARTNERSHIP—Provides engaged leadership, aligned officials, and responsive staff that keep retail projects on track.

• MARKET INSIGHT—Offers a clear understanding of retail demand and spending patterns that guides smart recruitment.

• SECTOR SYNERGY—Brings crossover activity as visitors from other uses naturally flow into shopping.

• HOSPITALITY, DINING + ENTERTAINMENT—Drive multi-stop visits and steady foot traffic that often extends into nearby retail.

SUN & SKI SPORTS

1301 Bay Area Boulevard, Webster, TX

• MEDICAL, AEROSPACE + ENERGY—Adds reliable weekday activity from professionals who use nearby retail for errands and convenience needs, along with visitors who frequent retailers before or after appointments, meetings, or during multi-day stays.

Enertainment & Dining Sector in Webster RESTAURANTS, ENTERTAINMENT & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN In Webster, dining and entertainment venues are central to the visitor experience. A dynamic mix of restaurants and experiential destinations serves every appetite at any hour. From power lunches between medical appointments to post-conference happy hours, and from family dinners after a day at Great Wolf Lodge to birthday celebrations at Topgolf or Chicken N Pickle, Webster is where visitors of every kind gather to eat, drink, play, and celebrate.

THE WEBSTER ADVANTAGE A major reason the dining and entertainment sector performs so well is Webster’s remarkable daytime population. While many suburban communities experience a noticeable drop in population during the day as residents commute out for work, Webster experiences the opposite. The City’s daytime population surges to more than twelve times its residential base, a pattern that remains steady year-round. People arrive for countless reasons, and regardless of their purpose, they reliably spend time and money at Webster’s restaurants and entertainment venues.

That momentum continues into evenings and weekends—activity remains elevated, supported by strong dining, nightlife, and alcohol sales trends shown on the following page. The result is a level of traction and weeklong consistency that smaller bedroom communities do not generate.

With large suburban markets surrounding the City, Webster becomes the natural gathering point—a place where people from every direction converge for something convenient, familiar, and reliably lively.

The City hosts a lineup of high-performing entertainment destinations, including Cinemark, Altitude Trampoline Park, Urban Air, Little Woodrow’s, McIntyre’s, and Main Event.

The dining scene is equally compelling, with standouts like Delta Blues, El Tiempo, Vida Mariscos, Noon Mirch, KPOT, Gauchos Do Sul, Pluckers, and Paris Baguette—alongside fast-casual staples like Chipotle, Whataburger, and Jimmy John’s.

Webster also has a growing “Eatertainment” segment, which merges food with recreation.

Venues like Topgolf and Chicken N Pickle represent this model in Webster, offering groupfriendly environments that complement the City’s broader dining and entertainment mix.

The dining and entertainment venues benefit from a strong customer base with higherthan-average household incomes and an entertainment spend that exceeds regional norms—29% higher than the Houston MSA average within five miles and 20% higher within ten miles. Coupled with Webster’s ranking as the second-highest performer in alcohol sales in Harris County, just behind Houston, these indicators reflect a market that consistently invests in dining and entertainment.

Behind the scenes, these successes are reinforced by fast, collaborative development, friction-free permitting, strong City support, and meaningful promotion—an approach that allows restaurants and entertainment venues to launch quickly, operate confidently, and continue to evolve. The result is a collection of high-performing, high-vibe destinations that keep the region returning again and again.

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A remarkably high daytime population, paired with above-average household incomes and some of the strongest entertainment spending in the region, creates a market where dining and entertainment concepts perform reliably and consistently.

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LEFT: Topgolf keeps Webster buzzing day and night, drawing players, groups, and corporate outings with an experience that drives repeat visits.

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RIGHT: Mayor Donna Jasso at Great Wolf Lodge’s water park—a signature attraction that’s redefining family entertainment in Webster.

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Donna Jasso jumps into the action at Chicken N Pickle, a venue that blends dining and play into one of Webster’s liveliest “eatertainment” spots.

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Woodrow’s adds all-day energy to Webster with big screens, big crowds, and a laid-back atmosphere that anchors the City’s entertainment scene.

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In Harris County—the most populous county in Texas— Webster is ranked second in alcohol sales behind only Houston.

Webster’s High-Spirited Standings Top 10 Venues in Alcohol Sales

#1 Little Woodrow’s

#2 Twin Peaks

Top performing location out of 24 locations in Texas—including Katy and Houston

Top performing location out of 100 locations in the United States and Mexico

SIGNATURE DRINK: Frozen Woody

SIGNATURE DRINK: 29° Draft Beer

#3 Whiskey River

#4 Vida Mariscos

Open just four days a week and still lands in Webster’s top three for alcohol sales

Top Performing location out of three locations in the Houston MSA—including Katy

SIGNATURE DRINK: Ice-cold Beer

SIGNATURE DRINK: Fiesta Piña Mango

#5 Great Wolf Lodge

#6 McIntyre’s

Ranks top five out of 23 locations nationwide

Ranks third among 24 locations in Texas

SIGNATURE DRINK: Zig Zag Zombie

SIGNATURE DRINK: Lemon Berry Fizz

#7 Topgolf

#8 Boomerjack’s

A top performer in bar sales, backed by a recent $4M renovation that upgraded the design and tech

Ranks third among 24 locations in Texas

SIGNATURE DRINK: Boozy Golfbag

SIGNATURE DRINK: Ocean Water

#9 Pappasito’s Cantina

#10 Rowdy’s

Top-performing location out of 22 locations in the Houston MSA

Open just three days a week and still lands in Webster’s top ten for alcohol sales

SIGNATURE DRINK: Reserva Margarita

SIGNATURE DRINK: Mojito

The Pour Score

Alcohol Sales Breakdown Across the Houston MSA Only a few cities in the Houston MSA rank above Webster in alcohol sales performance—and they’re far larger in size and population.

Webster’s high venue density reveals a regional destination that consistently outperforms expectations for a city of its scale.

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Katy

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6.7 Square Miles 12.5K Residential Population that 78 Venues Serve Alcohol

15.3 Square Miles 27.7K Residential Population that 236 Venues Serve Alcohol

41 Square Miles 53.5K Residential Population that 138 Venues Serve Alcohol

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Dining + Enertainment Pair Well With Webster’s Secret Sauce • CITY PARTNERSHIP—Provides engaged leadership, aligned officials, and responsive staff that support safe and efficient venue operations and smooth development timelines.

• MARKET INSIGHT—Offers clear understanding of visitor patterns, spending behavior, and regional demand that guides smart recruitment of dining and entertainment concepts.

• SECTOR SYNERGY—Brings crossover activity as visitors from other uses naturally incorporate dining and entertainment into their visit.

• HOSPITALITY + RETAIL—Boosts foot traffic as hotel guests and shoppers naturally add meals or outings to their visits.

HASH KITCHEN

1065 W. Bay Area Boulevard, Webster, TX

• MEDICAL, AEROSPACE + ENERGY—Adds reliable weekday and evening activity from professionals, patient families, and business travelers who dine out and seek entertainment during their stays.

Hospitality & Lodging Sector in Webster 22 HOTELS SUPPORTING WEBSTER’S TOURISM ECONOMY Attracting visitors is one achievement; inspiring them to stay is another. Webster excels at both, standing at the center of a high-demand regional landscape.

Within its 6.7-square-mile footprint, Webster delivers an extraordinary concentration of lodging options—22 hotels and nearly 2,400 rooms. This broad range of hotels anchors the City’s visitor economy and reinforces Webster’s role as the region’s hospitality hub.

Webster has a hotel count comparable to cities five to ten times its size. Even in peak travel season, Webster’s hotel occupancy has exceeded the City of Houston averages, demonstrating healthy demand and a thriving hospitality market. Other cities within a 15-mile radius draw from the same demand, but Webster works tirelessly to ensure consistent, measurable results.

THE WEBSTER ADVANTAGE Webster’s lodging landscape is shaped by steady, multi-sector demand. To meet that demand, the City offers a lodging mix that reflects both scale and variety, featuring trusted national brands like Marriott, Hilton, and IHG. Hotels range from extended-stay suites to select-service and fullservice properties, ensuring that whatever the reason and however long the stay, a room is ready in Webster.

At the center is Great Wolf Lodge Texas Gulf Coast—a decade-long vision that opened in August 2024. Featuring 532 suites, a 92,000-squarefoot indoor water park, a 61,000-square-foot entertainment center, and a 13,351-square-foot conference center, the resort quickly became one of the brand’s top performers. The Webster lodge regularly leads the chain in birthday celebrations, maintains exceptionally high occupancy, and earned the Houston Business Journal’s Landmark Award for Hospitality—underscoring Webster’s position as a premier tourism destination.

Webster’s hotel sector succeeds in concert with the region’s biggest draws. Space Center Houston hosts over 1.5 million visitors annually, with signature events like Galaxy Lights and Moon 2 Mars spiking overnight demand. Lone Star Flight Museum attracts aviation enthusiasts for exhibits, education, and large-scale events throughout the year, including the Wings Over Houston Airshow.

The Port of Galveston is one of the nation’s busiest cruise terminals and brings cruise passengers through Webster, prompting overnight stays either before departure or upon returning to port.

Absolute Volleyball Academy hosts major annual statewide tournaments that draw teams and their families into Webster, and generate overnight stays.

For all of these regional draws, City initiatives and partnerships strengthen the visibility of Webster’s hotels and encourage visitors to stay, play, and dine in the City.

Business travel is equally influential. Aerospace, healthcare, and energy companies bring professionals from around the world to Webster, and a growing “bleisure” trend—accelerated by Great Wolf Lodge—allows these visitors to balance business commitments with leisure experiences.

The steady flow of corporate, technical, and medical travelers adds a crucial layer to Webster’s lodging demand, creating the need for different room types, lengths of stay, and amenity packages.

The owners of Holiday Inn Express, a select-stay hotel, recognize Webster’s diverse demand and are developing a TownePlace Suites next door to serve the extended-stay segment.They know the market, trust the environment, and see Webster as a place where doubling the recipe delivers results.

Webster’s hospitality success is rooted in more than demand. The City promotes hotel visibility, supports tourism initiatives, connects operators with key attractions, and continues to grow the commercial landscape that draws visitors for business and leisure.With this foundation,Webster’s hotel market is poised to grow even stronger.

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TOP LEFT: Great Wolf Lodge

Texas Gulf Coast opened in August 2024, marking a new era for Webster’s hospitality sector. The 532-suite resort anchors the City’s tourism growth, drawing families and groups from across the region with its indoor water park, family entertainment center, and conference center.

TOP RIGHT: Mayor Donna

Jasso at Great Wolf Lodge, a world-class destination brought to Webster through years of vision and collaboration by the Mayor, Council, and staff.

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Holiday Inn Express Webster, an IHG property popular with shorter-stay travelers, will soon be joined by a TownePlace Suites, a Marriott property, from the same ownership group on the adjacent site to accommodate extended stays.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Stay APT

Suites illustrates the growing demand for extended-stay options within Webster’s lodging market. Along with similar properties across the City, StayAPT supports medical professionals, corporate visitors, and long-term guests who rely on Webster’s convenience and hospitality.

The Room Count WEBSTER’S HOTEL MARKET

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achieved 64% occupancy, outpacing the Houston market’s 58.5% average and reinforcing the city’s role as a leading regional destination.

Suite Escapes

The Webster Hotel Lineup

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Best Western

Comfort Inn

Candlewood Suites

Great Wolf Lodge

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58 Keys

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Budgetel

Fairfield Inn

Home2Suites

Days Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn

Intown Suites

Motel 6

Hilton Garden Inn

StayApt Suites

Oxford Inn

Holiday Inn

Staybridge Suites

Crystal Inn

Holiday Inn Express

Towneplace Suites

Platinum Inn

Springhill Suites

Super 8

Tru by Hilton

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LARGEST WEBSTER HOTEL

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132 Keys 76 Keys 112 Keys

100 Keys COMING SOON

Hotel Brand Families: BWH Hotels G6 Hospitality Great Wolf Resorts Hilton (4) IHG (4) Marriott (3) Wyndham (2)

Independent & Regional Hotels

Total Keys: 2,420 Keys

Checking In on the Market The View from Next Door

Webster

22 Total Hotels 6.7 Square Miles

Hotels Per 3.3 Square Mile

League City

Pearland

Kemah

5 Total Hotels 13 Total Hotels 6 Total Hotels 53.1 Square Miles 47.5 Square Miles 2.7 Square Miles Hotels Per Hotels Per Hotels Per 0.1 Square Mile 0.3 Square Mile 2.7 Square Mile

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Hospitality + Lodging Pair Well With Webster’s Secret Sauce • CITY PARTNERSHIP—Provides talented staff, responsive support, engaged leadership, and aligned officials that support efficient hotel operations and consistent performance.

• MARKET INSIGHT—Offers deep knowledge of regional demand and visitor patterns that guide smart hotel recruitment and long-term performance.

• SECTOR SYNERGY—Brings crossover activity as guests drawn to other uses naturally rely on nearby hotels for convenience and proximity.

• ENTERTAINMENT, DINING, AND RETAIL—Drives weekend and leisure stays, extends trips, and encourages guests to choose nearby hotels for convenient, multi-stop access to activities, shopping, and dining.

STAYBRIDGE SUITES 501 Texas Avenue, Webster, TX

• MEDICAL, AEROSPACE + ENERGY—Adds reliable weekday demand from business travelers and medical visitors who choose nearby hotels for convenient and extended stays.

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Webster’s lodging footprint reflects a strong, consistent level of demand. A comparison of hotel count and concentration across our market and similar communities throughout the greater Houston region, Webster clearly outperforms.

Flyway EXPLORE, ENJOY, & STAY A WHILE

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Encompassing over 80 acres, Flyway is a Webster Economic Development Corporation project with buildready parcels, full utility service, and no detention required—ready for immediate development.

The 80+ acre destination development fuses the indoors with the outdoors in remarkable, unprecedented ways with best-in-class dining and entertainment venues amid a walkable, inviting atmosphere with a boardwalk, event lawn, and unique amenities.

Flyway Park Located at 1050 Great Wolf Way, in front of Great Wolf Lodge, Flyway Park spans six beautifully landscaped acres, complete with sparkling fountains and lush greenery.

The park boasts a well-lit walking path, a pavilion adorned with illuminated columns, and strategically placed concrete benches, offering a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

Flyway Park seamlessly connects guests of Great Wolf Lodge to a vibrant mix of entertainment venues along the boardwalk, making it the perfect starting point for exploring Flyway.

View From the Roundabout

Pavilion + Pathway

Pavilion + Seatwalls

Flyway Boardwalk The Flyway Boardwalk spans 1,720 feet along Clear Creek, creating a scenic waterfront centerpiece for the development.The pedestrian-friendly path features covered pavilions, scenic lighting, and lush landscaping that invite visitors to stroll, gather, and take in the view.

Designed to seamlessly connect Flyway’s dining, entertainment, and recreation venues, the boardwalk provides a walkable, experience-driven setting that enhances both the atmosphere and the sense of place.

Boardwalk Grand Overlook

Grand Overlook

Osprey Overlook

Flyway EXPLORE, ENJOY, & STAY A WHILE Flyway’s story comes to life through its venues. Each bringing personality and pull, and creating a mix of experiences.

These are the concepts currently shaping Flyway. For the latest updates, visit FlywayTX.com.

The Anchors

GREAT WOLF LODGE Great Wolf Lodge Texas Gulf Coast (GWL) opened in August 2024 at 1000 Great Wolf Way, featuring 532 family suites, a 92,000-squarefoot indoor water park, 61,000-square-foot entertainment center, and a 13,351-square-foot conference center for over 900 guests.

Beyond its impressive scale, GWL offers a fully immersive family experience with on-site dining, retail, and attractions that make it a year-round destination for leisure and events. As the anchor of Flyway, the resort attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually—energizing Webster’s restaurants, retail centers, and entertainment venues.

In 2025, GWL Webster earned the Houston Business Journal’s Landmark Award for Hospitality, recognizing its outstanding design and impact on the Greater Houston region’s tourism and economy.

SUNSET AMPHITHEATER

Sunset Amphitheater is a planned 12,500-capacity, multi-seasonal live entertainment venue located within Flyway expected to open in 2027. Designed for year-round operation, the amphitheater will feature a dramatic canopy roof, wind walls, and state-of-the-art audio-visual systems, allowing performances and events to take place in every season.

As a major anchor at Flyway, the venue will significantly expand Webster’s live entertainment offerings and strengthen the district’s super-regional appeal. Sunset Amphitheater is expected to draw visitors from across the Greater Houston region and beyond— driving increased visitation to Flyway’s restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues while reinforcing Webster’s role as a premier destination for large-scale events and shared experiences.

The Entertainment and Dining Lineup

CHICKEN N PICKLE Chicken N Pickle opened in February 2024 at 210 Blue Heron Drive, featuring eight indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, yard games, multiple bars, and multiple dining areas—including a rooftop experience. The 70,000-square-foot dining and entertainment complex spans three acres and offers flexible event space accommodating groups from 20 to more than 900 guests.

VIDA MARISCOS Vida Mariscos opened in October 2024 at 210 Osprey Drive, offering fresh Mexican seafood, craft cocktails, and live entertainment in a vibrant setting with indoor-outdoor dining and a private party room. The Flyway restaurant leads all Houston-area Vida Mariscos locations in performance, with others operating in Cypress, Katy, and Rosenberg.

ALE & IVY Ale & Ivy will open soon in Flyway at 335 Royal Tern Way, bringing traditional American cuisine, a lively sports bar atmosphere, and a popular Sunday brunch to the development.

The vibrant bar and restaurant will feature live sports, music, and games, along with an outdoor patio overlooking Clear Creek on a 2.58-acre site along the Flyway boardwalk.

AMBRIZA Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen will open soon in Flyway at 110 Osprey Drive, serving authentic Mexican cuisine and awardwinning margaritas in a lively, social setting. The restaurant will feature a spacious dining room, lively bar, and an expansive patio with 7,000 square feet indoors, 4,000 square feet outdoors, and seating for up to 300 guests.

GAUCHOS DO SUL Gauchos Do Sul will open soon in Flyway at 415 Royal Tern Way, introducing an upscale Brazilian steakhouse experience featuring continuous table-side cuts of premium meats, a gourmet salad bar, craft cocktails, and live music. Gauchos Do Sul and Vida Mariscos have the same owners, who, after seeing Vida’s success in Flyway, were quick to expand their footprint in Webster.

VISIT FLYWAYTX.COM FOR THE LATEST UPDATES

Who’s at the Table?

WEBSTER’S MARKET REACH & SPENDING POWER Webster serves a dynamic super-regional market, supported by compelling statistics, a flourishing business sector, and thriving attractions and venues.

WITHIN FIVE MILES:

Population: 200,172 Average Household Income: $138,988 Total Entertainment Spend: $401.24M $5,146 PER HOUSEHOLD 29% HIGHER THAN HOUSTON MSA AVERAGE

WITHIN TEN MILES:

WITHIN FIFTEEN MILES:

Population: 635,247 Average Household Income: $125,626 Total Entertainment Spend: $1.1B

Population: 1.07M Average Household Income: $113,612 Total Entertainment Spend: $1.67B

$4,774 PER HOUSEHOLD 20% HIGHER THAN HOUSTON MSA AVERAGE

$4,387 PER HOUSEHOLD 10% HIGHER THAN HOUSTON MSA AVERAGE

This inside look at Webster’s Retail, Entertainment and Hospitality Sector highlights just one piece of what draws business to Webster every day.

For a complete view of Webster’s key industries and economic strengths, scan the QR code to explore Gateway Magazine: The Secret Sauce.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: BETSY GIUSTO Economic Development Director Email: bgiusto@webstertx.gov Phone: 281.316.4116 Cell: 713.542.7137

KATIE VELA Marketing & Tourism Specialist Email: kvela@webstertx.gov Phone: 281.316.4121 Cell: 248.496.3438

KATY HICKS Economic Development Specialist Email: khicks@webstertx.gov Phone: 281.316.4135 Cell: 832.455.6258