An emo‑themed cafe called CoffeEmos will open in Deep Ellum in April, pairing pop‑punk playlists with specialty lattes and a live stage. The shop will take over the former Urban Venue at 3114 Swiss Ave.

CRAFT Beer Market will open its U.S. flagship in Preston Center next Wednesday, bringing 100+ taps, a big rooftop and a 15,750‑sq‑ft beer hall to Park Cities.

Kilmac’s opened March 25 in Oak Cliff, converting a garage into a cocktail‑forward backyard with an Airstream and $19 New York‑style pizzas.

The Brass Tap plans to double its Dallas–Fort Worth footprint within five years, targeting suburbs from Fort Worth to Little Elm while recruiting franchise partners.

Plano’s Malgudi Garden has opened a Richardson location at the former Masala Twist site, bringing vegetarian South Indian dishes to Campbell Road.

Richardson’s Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is opening a second Plano shop at Suncreek Village in April, bringing its rotating menu and vegan options to northeast neighborhoods.

Duck Inn Again, the decades-old Lake Dallas catfish spot, is closing again after a short revival. Owners blame rising costs and are selling equipment and recipes.

Perch Bistro and Bar will close after dinner on April 4. Owner Lynae Fearing said the two-year-old spot never became profitable and staff will be offered roles nearby.

CBD Provisions reopened at The Joule with a refreshed dining room, new chef and a menu tailored to downtown residents. The relaunch reflects a shift toward more housing and local diners.

InSo opened in Las Colinas, pairing open-fire Southeast-Asian cooking with cocktails and late-night entertainment at 3165 Regent Blvd.

Astra Kitchen + Lounge opened at HALL Arts Hotel, pairing a Spencer Finch light installation with Wellingtons, pressed sushi and glittery cocktails.

MasterChef judge Tiffany Derry will open The Landing at EpicCentral on April 9, blending Southern comfort with a sports-bar–meets‑lounge vibe. Expect brisket egg rolls, fried bologna and craft cocktails.

Mustang Momo & Grill opened Jan. 30 in McKinney, offering handcrafted momos, Mustang chicken and a Texas‑hybrid Himalayan menu.