Taco Palenque
Fast-casual Mexican restaurant opening 4,000-square-foot location near Fry Road. Second location in north Houston area. Offers tacos, burritos, fajita plates, and Palenque bowls with beef or chicken.
PopUp Bagels
Connecticut-based breakfast chain expanding to Houston with a new location at Town and Country Village. Known for freshly baked bagels with crispy crust and soft crumb center, plus rotating sweet and savory schmears.
Captain D’s Seafood Kitchen
First of three planned Captain D’s locations in San Antonio. Nashville-based seafood chain specializing in fried catfish, shrimp, and fish sandwiches. 2,100-square-foot unit on Northwest Side.
Chocolate Bash
Southern California-born dessert brand opening first Austin location. Locally owned and operated by franchise partners. Details regarding store location and opening date to be announced later.
La Panadería
James Beard-nominated bakery and cafe opening new Northwest Side location in Alamo Ranch area. Will feature full menu of Mexican and European-inspired pastries, tortas, brunch plates, plus cocktail menu and shaded outdoor patio.
Texas French Bread
Texas French Bread’s brick-and-mortar restaurant and bakery is reopening after the building burned down in January 2022. Co-owner targeting early to mid-April 2026 reopening.
Taqueria de Diez
Tijuana-style taco restaurant expanding to Westlake location, serving al pastor and carne asada tacos. Will be located next to Texas Honey Ham Co.
Tacolada
New restaurant bringing San Diego-style Mexican food to Austin, already has signage up and Instagram suggests more locations planned
CrawDady
Seafood pop-up restaurant by Chef Jason Dady opening at The Rock at La Cantera, serving crawfish, boudin sausage, gumbo, and other specialties. Will operate weekends throughout spring season.
Milo’s Mediterranean Restaurant
New Mediterranean eatery taking over former Papa Nachos location in Leon Springs, just outside San Antonio. Sign recently went up and waste management vehicles observed on site, indicating preparation for opening.