Yaya’s Restaurant
Southern comfort food restaurant led by Miguel Salas and Dino López, named after chef Dino López’s wife Yvonne Escobedo’s nickname. Menu features waffles, fried chicken, sandwiches, pancakes, and Tex-Mex influences, plus upscale dishes like Beer-Braised Osso Bucco. 219-seat capacity (141 indoor, 78 outdoor), plus a romantic balcony and event room. Catering services also planned. Construction […]
Munch Munch Waffles and More
First franchise location of Munch Munch Waffles and More, a family-owned, minority-owned, and veteran-owned brunch concept. 3,010 sq ft space at Townwest Commons in Hutto, TX. Menu features scratch-made Southern comfort food with European-inspired waffles, chicken biscuit sandwiches, shrimp and grits. Expected to open October 2026 pending permits. David Hernández is the investor and operator […]
Infuse Wine
Infuse Wine, Houston’s first wine infusion bar, is expanding to a new brick-and-mortar location inside the Moncrief Lenoir campus (DEALco Property) in Houston’s Historic Fifth Ward/Warehouse District. The 1,683 sq ft space is estimated to cost $67,320 to build. Construction is slated to begin mid-July 2026 and wrap up by end of August 2026, with […]
Chama Gaúcha
Chama Gaúcha, an authentic Brazilian steakhouse (churrascaria), is opening a second Houston-area location in Katy, TX at the former Doneraki Fuego y Mar Mexican Grill site. The 1,343 sq ft space is undergoing ~$200,000 in interior and exterior cosmetic renovations. Construction is slated to start the week of 2026-05-23 and wrap up end of August […]
Cicis Pizza
Cicis Pizza franchisee Aulakh Corporation is opening a new ~4,000 sq ft location in Jones Plaza. Construction is slated to begin end of June 2026 and wrap up before end of September 2026, with an anticipated fall 2026 opening. Estimated construction cost is $300,000. Craig Richard is COO of Cicis Pizza.
Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta
Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta, a DFW-based chain with 12 locations, is expanding to Metropark Square in Shenandoah, TX. Signage is already displayed on the building. Opening is pending permitting and construction, expected sometime in 2026. Menu includes pizza, pasta, wings, philly cheesesteaks, and more, open late until 3am. Owner is Alex Frijat; General Manager […]
Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs is expanding in San Antonio area via a new multi-unit franchise agreement with local entrepreneur William Ellis. The first location under the deal is expected to open summer 2026 at 1375 S Main St, Boerne, TX. Ellis plans to open multiple locations across the west and north sides of San Antonio. Kelly Crummer […]
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
New Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise location in the Spring Branch area of Comal County. 1,382 sq ft space undergoing first-time tenant improvement buildout including new interior partitions, finishes, fixtures, and MEP distribution. Renovation estimated at $175,000. Construction expected to begin May 15, 2026 with completion anticipated by September 1, 2026. Project marked as ‘Review Complete.’ […]
Petite Lucie
All-day French cafe from Love Croissants owner Culinary Matters, located in the former Niko Niko’s space at Market Square Park. Features covered outdoor dining pavilion and indoor-outdoor cocktail bar. Designed by Gensler. Led by chefs Omar Pereney and Sahira Malherbe. Menu focuses on croissants, pastries, French-inspired breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Beverage program overseen by advanced […]
Sledd
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality is planning a Greek restaurant called Sledd on the former Sledd Nursery property. Will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Design will incorporate live plants echoing the nursery’s history. The Sledd name was licensed from the family. Expected to be completed in 12-18 months from May 2026.