Zaxbys
Georgia-based fast food chicken restaurant opening second Fort Worth location near TCU campus in former Bahn Shop space. Known for chicken fingers, wings and salads with signature sauces.
Can Am Pizza
Washington-based pizza restaurant opening second Texas location, offering gourmet, specialty and East Indian flavor pizzas, plus pastas, gyros, calzones, subs, wraps and wings
Loma
Tex-Mex restaurant concept by Hurtado BBQ opening at the Texas Rangers’ old ballpark. Named ‘Loma’ (Spanish for hill) as a nod to the pitcher’s mound. Will be a full-service restaurant with curated bar and weekend brunch specials, replacing El Tiempo Cantina.
Zuke’s Tea Bar
Second location of Zuke’s Tea Bar opening at The Shops at Hotel Herringbone in downtown Waco with grand opening scheduled for January 22
Fred’s Texas Cafe
First Fred’s Texas Cafe location outside Fort Worth, featuring signature cowboy cuisine and burgers. Located in historic building dating to 1887. 6,200 sq ft with seating for 220 indoors plus future 60-seat covered patio.
Whit’s Frozen Custard
Ohio-based frozen custard chain expanding to DFW with franchisees Connor Huffman and Jack Thornton planning to open five locations across Dallas region. First confirmed location in Aledo.
La La Land Kind Cafe
Cafe concept committed to spreading kindness and serving coffee and treats, opening at DFW Airport. Renovations set to begin January 7, 2026, with construction projected to wrap by March 31. The cafe provides opportunities for foster youth and already has 12 locations in Dallas region.
Gen Korean BBQ
Korean barbecue chain bringing interactive dining with table-top grills, premium meats, and authentic Korean cuisine. Construction work expected to wrap by May 1, 2026.
Manny’s Mexican Kitchen
Tex-Mex restaurant offering tacos, enchiladas, nachos with vegetarian and vegan options. Located in former Fernando’s Mexican Cuisine space in CityLine.
Simply South
Indian vegetarian restaurant featuring south Indian dishes including idly, paneer tikka kebabs, and butter naan. Part of a chain with existing locations in Irving and Frisco.