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Earth Coffee

Earth Coffee, an organic community-focused independent café founded by IT veteran Rajesh R, plans to expand to Little Elm, TX this fall. The café features organic coffees and teas sourced from an Austin-based roastery, signature South Indian filter coffee and Spanish latte, fresh made-to-order food, and a community-oriented atmosphere. Opening is targeted between late August […]

Darbar by Lyari

New Pakistani halal restaurant concept from the Lyari brand, operated under ZIKR Foods LLC. Approximately 4,200 sq ft space with full kitchen build-out, custom millwork, and updated HVAC/plumbing underway. Representative confirmed opening is still several months away and details are not yet ready to share. Menu expected to include karahi, biryani, BBQ platters, and freshly […]

Assembly Icehouse Adults-Only Lounge

Assembly Icehouse in Plano is expanding to include a new upscale adults-only lounge spanning approximately 2,200 square feet, taking over the space formerly occupied by Tacoro Tacos & Tequila. The lounge will feature a premium cocktail program, pool table, vinyl listening experience, and private spirit lockers with membership options. Developed by Blender Brands. Name, opening […]

Potbelly

Chicago-based sandwich chain Potbelly is opening a new location at The National, a renovated downtown Dallas skyscraper. The ground-level space on Elm Street will be near a Chick-fil-A and White Rhino Coffee. Potbelly has nearly 500 locations company-wide with over 60 in Texas.

Torchy’s Tacos

Torchy’s Tacos opening a flagship upscale location at 23Springs development in Uptown Dallas. 2,533 sq ft with full bar, patio, and next-generation kitchen format. Grand opening July 1 at 8am with ribbon cutting at 10am, DJ, giveaways, and first 100 guests can win free Green Chile Queso for a year. This is their 27th DFW […]

The Gauchos Brazilian Steakhouse

A new Brazilian steakhouse is moving into the former On The Border location in Lake Worth, TX. The restaurant posted ‘Coming Soon’ signs on the building. It is approximately 6,000 square feet and appears to be an independent concept not tied to any existing chain. No opening date or menu details have been announced yet.

Fuego Tortilla Grill

Fuego Tortilla Grill is scheduled to open June 30, 2026 in the former Chick-Fil-A building at 3130 S. Clack St. in Abilene, TX. Menu includes appetizers, tacos, bowls, and handmade tortillas. A second restaurant, Five Guys, is also opening nearby at 5960 S. Clack St. on July 16, 2026.

Tayta Peruvian Restaurant

Tayta Peruvian Restaurant is opening a second location in Richardson, TX. The restaurant serves Peruvian dishes including wraps, tamales, noodles, and sandwiches. Currently operates one location in Fairview, TX. Opening date is TBD.

Dave & Buster’s

Dave & Buster’s is set to open a new 40,000-square-foot location in McKinney, TX on July 27, 2026. It will be the largest Dave & Buster’s in North Texas. A ribbon cutting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. with doors opening at 10 a.m. Construction cost estimated at $8.1 million. Part of the Plaza at Fort […]

Urban Bird Hot Chicken

Urban Bird Hot Chicken, a hot chicken concept with 24 existing locations, has opened franchising and named Lubbock as a target expansion city. No specific address or opening date confirmed; expansion is contingent on finding the right franchisee operators. Co-owners Brandon Gawthorp and Chantel Fiaschetti are seeking multi-unit operators (minimum 3 units preferred). Corpus Christi […]