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Is Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill Still Open? Update (Houston, TX)

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As of September 2026, Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill is listed open on coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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What the source shows: The restaurant's website was live with an active ordering widget and branding matching the business, and Google Places lists it as operational at the same address.

  • Season / episode Season 26, Episode 9
  • Original air date
  • Address 8270 W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77071

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What happened after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives visited Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill in southwest Houston for the 'Goin' International' episode, which aired 2017-04-07, spotlighting the restaurant's Jamaican and Caribbean menu. Cool Runnings is a casual grill on West Bellfort Avenue serving Caribbean fare to the Houston area. In September 2026 the restaurant's own website, coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com, was live with an active online ordering option and site branding matching the business name, according to coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com. Google Places also lists Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill as an operating business at the same Bellfort Avenue address. No ownership change, relocation, or closure has been reported for the restaurant since its 2017 appearance on the show, and its online ordering system continues to function for customers seeking its Jamaican and Caribbean dishes. The restaurant's branding on its website remains consistent with the name used during its television appearance.

Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Season / episode
Season 26, Episode 9
Original air date
Episode title
Goin' International
What was featured
Jamaican and Caribbean grill specialties
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill

Frequently asked questions

Is Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill is listed open on coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives visited Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill in southwest Houston for the 'Goin' International' episode, which aired 2017-04-07, spotlighting the restaurant's Jamaican and Caribbean menu. As of September 2026, Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill is listed open on coolrunningsjamaicangrill.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill located?

8270 W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77071. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill?

Season 26, Episode 9 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, first aired April 7, 2017. The episode is titled “Goin' International”.

Is Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill still using the Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives menu or branding?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives visited Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill in southwest Houston for the 'Goin' International' episode, which aired 2017-04-07, spotlighting the restaurant's Jamaican and Caribbean menu. Anything newer than our last check on September 7, 2026 may not be reflected here.

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8270 W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77071
Venue type
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