Kono's Northshore, the island-born plate-lunch chain known for its 12-hour slow-roasted kalua pork and hefty Breakfast Bombers, is heading for Dallas as part of a broader Texas push. The Hawaii-based brand plans to bring its hearty plate lunches, bombers and signature island-style sauces to a new storefront in the city, adding some North Shore flavor to local dining when doors eventually open.
Planned Dallas push
According to Pacific Business News, Kono's plans to open its first Dallas restaurant and franchise three locations across the Dallas region. The outlet reported the move Thursday as part of the chain's larger expansion on the U.S. mainland.
Already in Texas
The brand’s website lists two Houston-area restaurants and features a signup announcing that Kono's Northshore is coming to Dallas, signaling a growing Texas footprint rather than a one-off experiment. The company is also recruiting franchise partners to staff multiple stores in the region.
Menu and mainland track record
Kono's tested its concept on the mainland with Las Vegas openings before moving deeper into Texas, according to WhatNow Las Vegas. The chain’s franchise materials describe the Las Vegas operation as a training and commissary hub as it scales, per Kono's International.
What to expect in Dallas
No specific opening date has been announced and the company has not released a timeline for individual stores, according to Pacific Business News. Locals and prospective franchisees can sign up for updates on Kono's Northshore as site plans and lease filings begin to surface.
