Starbird
Bay Area-based premium fast-casual chicken chain expanding to Texas with 36-unit franchise agreement. Will open locations in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio beginning in 2027.
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery is opening another location in San Marcos. Construction expected to start July 2026 and wrap up by November 2026, with opening anticipated before end of year. Run by brothers Seth and Chase Katz, offering Texas and Czech kolaches.
Sana Sana TaquerÃa
Taco concept by Chef Joseph Gomez starting as a residency at Royal Blue Grocery from March 12-31, then opening in full in late spring after making tweaks
Chick-fil-A
$4.5 million restaurant and drive-thru, 5,163-square-foot location. Construction expected to begin August 31, 2026 and complete by February 28, 2027.
Anthony & Luca’s Pizza Kitchen
First Texas franchise location for Florida-based Italian eatery specializing in New York and New Jersey-style thin-crust pizza, Philly cheesesteaks, and Italian street foods. Located in Cy-Fair area at corner of Jones Road and Ranchstone Drive.
Schafer’s Coastal Kitchen
New restaurant by creators of Schafer’s Coastal Bar & Grille and Lil Outriggers Hula Bar & Grill, offering Gulf Coast seafood favorites, craft cocktails and curated wine selection
Skinny Rita’s Cantina and Grille Kemah
Organic, low-calorie Mexican restaurant with gluten-free options, featuring fresh margaritas and a Dia de los Muertos mural. Soft opening in mid-March with official opening March 21-22.
Woody’s Hideaway
Sports bar opening in Bayway Village shopping center along I-45, featuring golf bays, karaoke rooms, yard games, 300-foot video wall, and spanning over 13,000 square feet. Third Houston area location for the company.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick expanding to Longview, Texas. Currently seeking a general manager for the new location. Exact address not yet determined.
Piada Italian Street Food
Italian restaurant specializing in piadas (Italian-style wrapped sandwiches), chopped salads, and customizable pasta bowls