Marlowe
Art Deco-inspired cocktail lounge opening in Uptown Dallas this September in the former Theory space on McKinney Avenue. Features a cocktail program by Beverage Director Kyle Buckelew, food menu with no seed oils, and live music programming. Designed by Duncan Design Group. Partners include Alon Abramov, Thomas Menaitreau (GM), Kyle Buckelew (Beverage Director), and Garrett […]
Gyro Republic
Houston-area halal Mediterranean fast-casual chain (gyros, shawarma, falafel, hummus) expanding to DFW for the first time. Franchisee named Ayman is behind the Mansfield location. Construction set to begin October 2026 with completion targeted February 2027. Brand currently operates seven Houston-area locations.
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food plans to open at 26556 E. University Drive, Suite 210 in Little Elm, TX. Construction is expected to be completed by February 2027, though no specific opening date has been disclosed. The Hawaiian plate lunch concept was founded in Utah in 2008 by brothers Kimo and Kalani Mack. Menu features […]
Hashtag India
Hashtag India, an Indian cuisine chain, plans to open its eighth Texas location in Northlake at the corner of FM 407 and Cleveland-Gibbs Road. Construction is scheduled to begin December 2026 with completion targeted for December 2027. Franchise owner Mary Sindhu Dodda declined to share specific opening timeline details. Signature dishes include Jalapeño Chicken, Guntur […]
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Jersey Mike’s Subs plans to open a new franchise location at 14917 Sendera Ranch Blvd., Suite 125, within the Green Brick development in Sendera Ranch (Haslet, TX). Construction is targeted for completion in mid-October 2026. John Mills is the franchisee for this location. Based on public filings.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisee Ashley Terry plans to open a new bakery location at Eastchase Market shopping center in Fort Worth. Construction is targeted for completion by November 2026. The bakery will offer handcrafted Bundt cakes in various sizes and flavors including Red Velvet, Confetti, and Lemon, along with catering and fundraising programs.
Umzi Vine & Vibe
South African and global cuisine restaurant coming soon to Keller, TX. Menu features South African dishes including bobotie, boerewors, sosaties, and braai chicken, alongside international options. Staff indicated late September to early October opening timeline. Running a social media promotion for guessing the grand opening date.
Tick Tock Taco
Fast casual concept serving globally inspired fusion tacos including hot teriyaki chicken, beef bulgogi, and firecracker shrimp tacos. All tacos made with Halal and organic ingredients. Churros provided by Churro on Top. This is the second location; plans to open late fall 2026.
White Castle
White Castle is planning a third Texas location in Grand Prairie at EpicCentral along State Highway 161. No opening date announced yet. A separate Fort Worth location is planned for 6013 Retail Way with construction starting early next year (2027 opening per related headline). The Colony location at 5420 Destination Drive at Grandscape broke ground […]
The Melting Pot
The Melting Pot is opening its third North Texas location at Watters Creek Village in Allen, TX. The restaurant offers a four-course fondue dining experience with cheese and chocolate fondue options. Franchisees Tracie and Dan Greene will lead the location.