Ponzo's Cuts Back Hours; Haven Lionfish Dinner

MIDTOWN— Ponzo's Italian Food announced it will only be open Thursday through Sunday due to an illness in the owner's family. The, casual, take-out spot had previously only closed on Monday. [Facebook]

THEATER DISTRICT— This listicle offers suggestions for where to eat before attending the theater. Damian's and Brennan's, two Midtown restaurants that offer shuttle service to the downtown theaters, place third and first, respectively. [Eating Our Words]

UPPER KIRBY— Haven will host its second Lionfish dinner on Wednesday February 20. Chef Randy Evans will feature the invasive species in three of the four courses; the idea being is that the best way to remove it from the environment is to eat it. Cost is $60. [Eating Our Words]

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