Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Buffetopia
12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, TX, 77070
Buffetopia is a new construction project at 12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2026. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 21,002 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 21,002 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $119/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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97 days after the preceding date shown.
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273 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Buffetopia
Buffetopia is a new restaurant project located at 12942 Willow Chase Drive in the Willowbrook neighborhood of Houston. The filing describes the scope as remodeling existing vacant lease space to create a new dining establishment. The project covers a total area of 21,002 square feet and is registered with TDLR under the owner SSS Pearland Property LLC.
The estimated cost for this construction is $2,500,000, which translates to a cost of $119 per square foot. According to TDLR filings, this figure is above the Harris County median of $88 per square foot for new construction projects. The scheduled build window spans 273 days, a duration close to the county median of 219 days.
Project Details and Timeline
SH Architect serves as the design firm of record for the project. The registered accessibility specialist is Amelia Y C Lee. The project was registered with TDLR in October 2025. Construction is set to begin in January 2026, and the completion date is targeted for October 2026.
This privately funded development is situated on private land for private use. The surrounding area includes other commercial activities, such as the Willowbrook Mall and the Commons at Willowbrook, which are undergoing renovation or alteration. Nearby businesses include P.F. Chang's, Fiesta Mart #20, and the Hilton Garden Inn Houston NW/Willowbrook. The project adds to the local dining options in the Willowbrook area.
SH Architect has four other TDLR-registered projects totaling $3,245,000. These include Hotel Blue in Spring, which is review complete, and three other closed projects in Houston, College Station, and Richmond. The Buffetopia project represents a significant investment in the local restaurant sector, with a size and cost profile that places it in the top quarter of new construction filings in Harris County.
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Buffetopia is a New Construction project located at 12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, TX 77070 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 21,002 sq ft. SSS Pearland Property LLC is the property owner and SH ARCHITECT is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 10, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Buffetopia expected to be finished?
The TDLR filing indicates a completion date targeted for October 2026. Construction is scheduled to start in January 2026, following the project's registration in October 2025.
Who is building the Buffetopia restaurant?
SSS Pearland Property LLC is the owner of record. SH Architect is the design firm, and Amelia Y C Lee is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
Is the Buffetopia restaurant open for business?
The TDLR record only tracks construction status and does not confirm if the business is open. The filing shows the project is registered and completion is targeted for October 2026.
How large is the Buffetopia construction project?
The project covers 21,002 square feet. The estimated cost is $2,500,000, resulting in a cost of $119 per square foot according to the TDLR filing.
Where is the Buffetopia project located?
The address is 12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, TX 77070. It is situated in the Willowbrook neighborhood within Harris County.
What is Buffetopia?
Buffetopia is a new construction project at 12942 Willow Chase Drive in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: remodel existing vacant lease space to be a new restaurant
Is Buffetopia open in Houston?
Buffetopia is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Buffetopia located?
Buffetopia is located at 12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, TX, 77070, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Buffetopia?
SSS Pearland Property LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Buffetopia, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Buffetopia?
SH ARCHITECT is the design firm of record for Buffetopia, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Buffetopia cost and how big is it?
Buffetopia has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 21,002 square feet (about $119/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
remodel existing vacant lease space to be a new restaurant
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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12942 Willow Chase Drive, Houston, TX, 77070
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