Con Azucar Cafe opened its first Texas outpost near the Fort Worth Stockyards, bringing mariachi, the viral concha gigante and candy‑inspired lattes.

Heim Barbecue will close its West Magnolia dining room Feb. 1 and pilot a low-price Heim Pig Stand pop-up this spring featuring $12–$15 sandwich combos. Owners say the shift is driven by rebuilding costs and slipping sales.

Sibling‑run Harissa Mediterranean in Plano blends Turkish pide, shish tawook and soft, seasoned pita in Lakeside Market. The restaurant has drawn fresh attention after an Axios mention.

Chef Kev Ashade is returning Pangea to downtown Dallas with an "Opening Winter 2026" notice and a new address at 1910 Pacific Avenue.

Wonder filed for a 3,868‑sq‑ft storefront at 2055 W Southlake Blvd, with work scheduled this spring and a possible summer opening for the chef-driven food hall.

Hungry Howie's opened at 3301 East Berry in Fort Worth inside a gas-station complex, offering flavored-crust pizza, carryout and grand-opening discounts.

Zaxby's is planning a TCU-area location at 3051 S. University Drive in the former Bahn Shop. Permits have been filed but visible renovation work has not started.

The Mochas & Javas drive-thru on Legacy Drive will close Jan. 24, the company said in a social post. The announcement did not include a reason.

Vicela, a new coffee-and-cocktail lounge from Laura Elias, will open on Magnolia with a Feb. 19 soft launch and a public opening in early March.

Herrera’s Cafe #1 on Harry Hines quietly closed at the end of 2025, leaving regulars missing tamales and the classic “2B” plate while other Herrera locations continue under different ownership.

Tikka House is heading to Frisco with a 2,000‑sq‑ft space on Coit Road and a menu that mixes North and South Indian classics with Indo‑Chinese plates.

Buffalo’s The Hoagie Stop is opening its first Texas location at Fort Worth’s Shops at Basswood in 2026, bringing its Westside Special and steak hoagies to the city.

An invite-only lounge called Maître D opens next to Drake's in Montrose this Saturday with $3k individual fees and a curated wine and food program.