Fort Worth’s Michelin-recommended Birrieria y Taqueria Cortez is launching Mariscos Cortez, a seafood-focused sister spot across Rosedale with a tiny, quality-driven menu. The family hopes to open before summer.

Donatos filed a permit for a 1,730‑sq‑ft Humble restaurant with construction penciled for June–November 2026. The Ohio chain says multiple franchise groups are developing Houston-area locations.

Brio Italian Grille closed its Watters Creek Village restaurant in Allen, with a sign thanking patrons and hinting at a return. The chain's Southlake location remains open.

Chef Onur Akan’s Alára opens in the Design District with mezze-led, vegetable-forward plates and a hospitality-first dining room. Dinner service is running now.

Jollibee is coming to Oklahoma City under a new multi‑unit franchise deal led by Neal Do and Joseph Julian, marking the chain’s first move into the state.

A British-style pub is taking over the former Green Room in Deep Ellum, opening late May with a rooftop patio and a menu of fish & chips and Guinness stew.

Dozo Omakase and Handroll has closed at Trinity Groves after just over a year, adding to a string of recent departures at the West Dallas food park. Owners directed customers to their Richardson to‑go shop.

A five-truck mobile food court and two-story commissary are planned for 3419 E. Berry St. in Fort Worth’s Stop 6, with approvals in place and a summer 2026 target.

Luna Coffee Co. replaced Urban Mocca at a North Plano Road storefront and now pours flavored coffees alongside cinnamon rolls, sticky buns and donuts. The change was confirmed by the owner and reported locally.

Puffy Cotton Candy opened at Grapevine Mills, spinning two‑foot character sculptures and cloud cakes across a dozen flavors. The new kiosk is the brand's first in Texas.

After 12 years, Kate Weiser Chocolate will close its Dallas shops; remaining sweets will be sold and online orders run through April 15.

Wonder has filed to open a 4,500‑sq‑ft food hall at Pleasant Run Towne Crossing in Cedar Hill, with construction slated for June–August.

Anita’s Kitchen, opened by the family behind CW’s (seen on Restaurant: Impossible), has become a busy backroad café serving Tex‑Mex plates and diner staples. Locals and students are turning out for the $9 enchilada special and a house fried‑chicken sandwich.