Portillo’s
Portillo’s is planning a new 4,987-sq-ft fast-casual restaurant with drive-thru in New Braunfels, TX. Ground-up construction estimated at $2.5M. Construction scheduled to begin November 2, 2026, with completion targeted for May 3, 2027. Permit filed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Property owner listed as A L 95 Creekside Town Center LP. Known for […]
Swig
Utah-based dirty soda chain Swig is opening at Solms Landing development alongside Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Grain & Berry. Texas TDLR records indicate Swig construction completes December 2026. All three snack/beverage concepts are opening steps from each other at 2292 Sophie Ln in New Braunfels.
The Night Heron
The Night Heron is a new rooftop dining concept planned as an addition to the historic Casa Rio restaurant on the San Antonio River Walk. It will feature a street-level/balcony space and a rooftop level with a small-bites menu inspired by Mexico City restaurants and a fusion of Casa Rio and Schilo’s flavors. The project […]
Arôme
Locally owned French bakery and café specializing in organic crepes (galettes), baked breads, and caffeinated beverages. Opening on Kirby Drive in Houston this fall 2026, per an Instagram announcement on June 26.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Jersey Mike’s Subs filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to renovate a 1,343-square-foot retail space near Riley Fuzzel Road and Rayford Road in Spring, TX. The $300,000 renovation is set to begin August 17, 2026 and wrap September 21, 2026.
Surfing Crab
Surfing Crab, a Cajun seafood concept, is taking over the 5,200-SF former Jim’s Restaurant space at Park North Shopping Center. Listed as an upcoming addition alongside other future tenants. Additional upcoming restaurant openings at the same center include ArTea Café (3,825 SF), Oyin by Mulberry Prime, and Hummus Republic.
Mambo Seafood
New Mambo Seafood location in Humble, TX. Construction expected to begin Aug. 17, 2026 and wrap up by Dec. 1, 2026 per TDLR filing. Located in an existing 5,900 sq ft building. Fast-casual seafood concept known for Mambo rice, seafood boils, ceviche, and fried seafood platters. This will be one of 15 locations in the […]
Pizzana
Los Angeles-based Pizzana is opening a second Houston-area location at Greenside mixed-use development in Memorial City. The 4,328 sq ft restaurant will be nearly double the size of their existing River Oaks location. A permit was filed with the Texas TDLR for the buildout. Construction estimated at $450,000 is expected to begin mid-September 2026 and […]
6ixty Wings
Canadian fast-casual chicken wing chain expanding into Fort Bend County with a new 1,800 sq ft restaurant at The Shoppes on Dulles in Stafford. Permit filed for $300,000 finish-out. Known for 60+ wing flavors, chicken sandwiches, tenders, and loaded fries. Continuing Texas expansion.
Vino & Vinyl Supper Club
Vino & Vinyl Supper Club is expanding into the space next door to its original location in Sugar Land Town Square. The expansion will add a new bar, dining room, and private dining room, plus renovations to the building facade and outdoor patio. The restaurant will remain open during construction. They also recently acquired a […]