"The chef behind this new Asian American Diner in Houston has lots of hits on his resume, including stints at Momofuku Ssam Bar and Gramercy Tavern in NYC. The name pays homage to the chef’s parents, and the menu will feature a mash-up of cultures with dishes like scallion waffles, pandan french toast, and a wedge salad with chinese sausage and youtiao croutons. Their Instagram describes Agnes and Sherman as “just a diner,” but it fits into the broader trends of evolving diners and Chinese-American spots." - anne cruz