Maman
New York-based French bakery and cafe expanding to second Dallas location in Casa Linda Plaza. Moving into renovated Schlotzky’s space spanning 2,366 square feet with extensive buildout planned.
Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta
DFW pizza chain expanding to Fort Worth with 1,840 sq ft location. Known for staying open until 3am and serving fresh pizza, wings, subs, pasta, and salads. Construction set to begin March 1 with completion projected by August 1.
Shorty’s Coneys & Cocktails
Elevated street food restaurant featuring Coney Island hot dogs, smashburgers, and cocktails in a 1,941 sq ft space. Functions as family-friendly during day and cocktail bar at night.
Aba
Upscale Mediterranean restaurant chain expanding to Dallas Design District location. Part of The Seam multi-use project. Features indoor/outdoor dining with Mediterranean summer theme including olive trees, climbing ivy, and Moroccan-style lanterns.
Starbucks
New $1M Starbucks location opening in McKinney’s Hub 121 development, construction began February 2025
Manna Heaven
San Diego-based all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue chain opening in former Dublin’s Square space. Features tabletop grills and shabu hot-pot options. Renovation valued at $800,000 with permit PB25-13248.
Spring Hill Suites & TownePlace Suites Sherman
Dual-branded Marriott hotel featuring Spring Hill Suites and TownePlace Suites with over 230 rooms and 4,000 square foot conference space. Part of Crossroads development near Texas Instruments and GlobalWafers facilities.
Dallas Executive Airport Hotel
168,142-square-foot hotel with approximately 87 rooms on over 3 acres at Dallas Executive Airport. $7 million investment by Hampton Hospitality LP under 40-year lease agreement.
Salt & Straw
Salt & Straw ice cream shop making its Texas debut in Dallas. Known for innovative and unique ice cream flavors like honey lavender, pear and bleu cheese, and strawberry honey balsamic with black pepper. Founded by cousins Tyler and Kim Malek in Portland in 2011.
Bonchon
Korean fried chicken restaurant opening in remodeled 2,918 square foot storefront. Chain representative confirms March 2026 opening after delays from original March 2025 target.