Megha McSwain

Managing Editor

Megha McSwain is the Managing Editor of DiningOut, overseeing editorial content across Houston, Dallas, and Atlanta. Born in Mumbai, India, Megha spent most of her life in Houston and now resides in Colorado. Throughout her career, she has contributed to leading food, travel, and lifestyle publications, including Food Network, Eater, InsideHook, Resy, and Texas Monthly. A trusted voice in food and lifestyle media, Megha also makes regular appearances on local television, appearing on Great Day Houston on KHOU 11 and Texas Today on NBC 5.

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

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September 28, 2026

Houston’s Plate Full of News: Tacos Doña Lena is Moving, Love Croissants Debuts in the Heights, and Little Ruby’s is Coming

Plus, AYLA opens near the Medical Center, Southern Jerks expands, and Houston restaurants roll out new fall menus, special dinners, and seasonal dishes

By Megha McSwain

September 24, 2026

Carrie Baird Returns to Bar Dough With a Fresh Take on the Denver Italian Favorite

The “Top Chef” finalist returns to the LoHi Italian restaurant with Colorado-grown produce, new seasonal dishes, and $8 happy hour pizza on the way

By Megha McSwain

September 24, 2026

Bun B’s Trill Burgers Opens New Galleria-Area Location This Friday, With a 3 a.m. Drive-Thru Coming Soon

The Houston smashburger favorite opens its fourth area restaurant on Westheimer September 25, with late-night drive-thru hours launching in October

By Megha McSwain

September 23, 2026

Popular All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Seven Sushi & Robata Is Expanding to Midtown

The Asiatown restaurant’s second Houston location will feature unlimited sushi starting at $22, robata, a 50-seat bar, and a late-night scene with weekend DJs

By Megha McSwain

September 23, 2026

Bari Ristorante Sets September 30 Opening Date in The Woodlands

By Megha McSwain

September 23, 2026

Where Should Visitors Eat in Houston? Locals Recommend These Restaurants

By Megha McSwain

September 23, 2026

The Best Pizza in Atlanta, According to DiningOut Readers

DiningOut Atlanta asked readers where to find their favorite pizza, and the picks stretched from the city to Alpharetta, Cumming, Woodstock, and beyond.

By Megha McSwain

September 23, 2026

The Best Pizza in Dallas, According to DiningOut Readers

More than 500 local diners weighed in on their favorite Dallas pizza spots, with Campisi’s leading a field of Neapolitan, New Haven, Detroit, and New York-style favorites

By Megha McSwain

September 21, 2026

Houston’s Plate Full of News: Bar Bludorn The Woodlands Shifts Its Opening Date and Le Colonial Marks a Decade in Houston

Plus, Discovery Green inspires new mezcal cocktails, Brennan’s serves up dinner and a show, and fall brings fresh events and menu specials across Houston

By Megha McSwain

September 18, 2026

Party in the Kitchen 2026 Returns With 25 Atlanta Chefs to Support Open Hand

The 23rd annual Atlanta culinary fundraiser brings Kevin Rathbun, Peter Kaiser, Chris Hall, Austin Goetzman, and more to the Foundry at Puritan Mill on September 24

By Megha McSwain

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

Houston’s Plate Full of News: Tacos Doña Lena is Moving, Love Croissants Debuts in the Heights, and Little Ruby’s is Coming

Carrie Baird Returns to Bar Dough With a Fresh Take on the Denver Italian Favorite

Bun B’s Trill Burgers Opens New Galleria-Area Location This Friday, With a 3 a.m. Drive-Thru Coming Soon

Popular All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Seven Sushi & Robata Is Expanding to Midtown

Bari Ristorante Sets September 30 Opening Date in The Woodlands

Where Should Visitors Eat in Houston? Locals Recommend These Restaurants

The Best Pizza in Atlanta, According to DiningOut Readers

The Best Pizza in Dallas, According to DiningOut Readers

Houston’s Plate Full of News: Bar Bludorn The Woodlands Shifts Its Opening Date and Le Colonial Marks a Decade in Houston

Party in the Kitchen 2026 Returns With 25 Atlanta Chefs to Support Open Hand

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