The Brief Houston's Barbecue Inn is set to close this weekend. After nearly eight decades of service in Independence Heights, Houston's Barbecue Inn will be closing its doors for good this weekend. Houston Barbecue Inn shutting downWhat we know:Multiple reports say the restaurant, located on Crosstimbers and Yale Streets, will close after service this Saturday. What we don't know:FOX 26 is working to learn why the Barbecue Inn is shutting down. Customers reactWhat they're saying:Facebook is flooded with loyal Barbecue Inn patrons sharing their love for the business, memories of previous visits, and disappointment at its upcoming closure.