Located at 4201 Main St. in the heart of Ion District, the Ion building is the namesake centerpiece of Houston’s innovation corridor, bringing our city’s entrepreneurial, corporate, and academic communities into collaborative spaces and programs where ideas go to grow.
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A welcoming innovation district in the heart of Houston.
Ion District, powered by Rice University, energizes Houston’s potential to grow as a global innovation ecosystem. Built for connection and creativity, the Ion District brings together entrepreneurs, corporate innovators, researchers, students, and residents in a walkable neighborhood that invites exploration, collaboration, and impact.
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Greentown Labs
Our 30,000-square-foot incubator, located in Houston’s Ion Innovation District, is home to 100+ member companies and offers prototyping lab, office, and community and event space.
The Lymbar
Latin and Mediterranean flavors meet craft cocktails at The Lymbar, an all-day neighborhood restaurant and lounge from Houston chef David Cordúa. Whether you’re grabbing a bite after a meeting or hosting friends for dinner, it’s a vibrant gathering spot inside the Ion District.
Late August
Step into Late August, where history, culture and culinary heritage converge to create an unforgettable dining experience. Chefs Chris Williams and Sergio Hidalgo draw inspiration from their childhoods and culinary journeys, infusing each dish with a blend of culture and flavor that excites the soul and creates lasting memories.
Cafe Ion
Cafe Ion is the Ion District’s everyday coffee stop—perfect for quick meetings, casual conversations, or grabbing a drink before an event. Enjoy coffee, light bites, and a welcoming space to recharge during your day in the Ion District.
Stuff’d
Stuff’d serves up bold comfort food and fan-favorite wings just steps from the Ion District’s innovation activity. It’s a casual go-to for lunch, game nights or fueling up between meetings and events.
Community Artists’ Collective
Community Artists’ Collective is a cultural hub dedicated to supporting and showcasing African American artists while connecting creative communities across Houston. Through exhibitions, programs and events, the Collective fosters creativity and cross-cultural dialogue in the Ion District.
Pickle Lab
Pickle Lab brings energy and play to Ion District with six pickleball courts and space for leagues, casual games and private events. Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned competitor, it’s a fun way to connect and unwind in the Ion District.
MADabolic - Coming Soon
As MADabolic – The Strength Gym builds out its 2nd location inside The Ion District, join them as they kick things off free outdoor MADabolic workouts weekly on the Ion Plaza!
The Arc - Coming Soon
The Arc is a conduit of collaboration, featuring seven floors of future-fit lab, office, and more in one irreplicable destination. Whether you are pursuing the next big idea in energy, AI, computational engineering, or data science, The Arc is prepared to meet your purpose.
