Alvarado Burgers and Wings
Burgers and wings concept filed under Los Jarritos Inc. (also operates Jarro Kafe). Owner Erik Espinoza confirmed the restaurant is still several months away from opening and has not been finalized. Will serve burgers and wings, potentially with a beer and wine program. Location appears configured for drive-thru service. Currently in early development/planning phase.
Outlaws
Outlaws, a steak and seafood restaurant with Italian background and New Mexico fusion dishes, is opening in Lubbock at the former El Mitote location in the Esplanade at City View shopping center. Chef/owner Johnny Robertson relocated from Hobbs, NM after being forced out of their previous location. Opening is pending inspections and permits. Plans include […]
Olōyō
Brick-and-mortar debut of Dallas pop-up sensation Molino Olōyō. Intimate 23-seat restaurant focused on heirloom masa, seasonal Texas produce, and sustainably sourced seafood. Located in Old East Dallas in the former Cry Wolf space. Founded by James Beard Award semifinalist Olivia López and partner Jonathan Percival. Will open with rotating à la carte menu before introducing […]
Sushi Sakana
Sushi Sakana is opening a new location in Frisco, TX in September 2026. The restaurant offers Japanese cuisine including sushi, sashimi, nigiri, miso soup, crab rangoons, and a signature ahi tower. Co-owner James Park confirmed the projected opening.
Chick-fil-A Dallas North Tollway & W Frontier Pkwy
New Chick-fil-A location opening May 26, 2026 at 6:30 a.m. in Prosper, TX. Operated by Chris Wright, his second location in the community. Opening day ‘Moove-In Party’ with free entree for customers in cow-spotted attire. Expected to create ~100 jobs. Will offer dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, third-party delivery, mobile pick-up and Mobile Thru.
Luna Grill Mediterranean Kitchen
Fast-casual Mediterranean chain opening its 60th location in Old East Dallas near Gaston and Haskell Avenues. Ribbon cutting scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on June 25, 2026. First 60 customers receive a free bowl. This will be the ninth DFW-area location. Menu includes bowls, plates, salads, pitas, and family meals.
Peter Piper Pizza
New prototype/next-generation Peter Piper Pizza location featuring PlayPark for children, 40+ arcade games, and a 230-inch sports screen. Grand opening events May 28-29, 2026 with ribbon-cutting on May 27. Location will bring 50 new jobs. Part of brand’s biggest evolution in 50-year history.
Fortunate Son
Fortunate Son is opening its second Dallas location at 8686 Ferguson Rd., Suite 200, focusing on New Haven-style pizza with naturally leavened dough and charred crust. The project spans 4,300 sq ft (2,811 interior + 1,489 patio). Renovations expected to begin June 2026 with completion projected for October 2026. Co-owner Matthew Tobin confirmed construction has […]
Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner is set to begin construction on May 18, 2026 at 3715 S Highway 161 in Grand Prairie, TX. The 4,800-square-foot corporate-owned location is expected to be completed by December 15, 2026. It will be built inside a newly constructed building in one of Grand Prairie’s fastest-growing commercial corridors. The chain is known […]
Orange Leaf Yogurt
Orange Leaf Yogurt franchisee Michael Silva is opening a new 1,279 sq ft location at Clifford Crossings shopping center. Renovations expected to begin in June 2026, with a target opening of mid-August 2026. In addition to frozen yogurt, the location will serve shakes and crepes. This will be the 17th Orange Leaf in Texas and […]