Portland’s cult-favorite Salt & Straw will open its first Texas scoop shops this spring — one in Dallas and one in Fort Worth. The brand plans chef-driven flavors and local collaborations.

Coco Crepes & Coffee is planning a second Cypress café at Elyson Town Center; tenant buildout begins late April with construction expected to finish by July.

Azro, a longtime Afghan favorite in Castle Hills, has reportedly closed its dining room temporarily. Social posts and a site visit suggest it's shuttered through April 2026 while online listings lag.

Memphis favorite Bain Barbecue told Germantown on Thursday it's opening a new location in July; address and firm opening date are still pending.

Double Dragon owner Daniel Casto bought the Richmond Bar lease and plans a cocktail‑focused, yet‑to‑be‑named bar on SE Division, aiming for a late‑March opening.

Back 9 Bar on Highway 71 in Bastrop has closed after the owners announced their retirement, culminating with a packed final night of karaoke and line dancing.

Summer Moon Coffee is opening its first Georgetown location at Bluebonnet Plaza, with construction set for spring and a likely mid‑2026 finish.

Panther Island Brewing announced it will close its Fort Worth taproom after 11 years. The brewery plans its last full weekend of service Feb. 7–8 and a farewell event Feb. 13.

San Antonio roaster Merit Coffee will open a Mueller café at 1900 Aldrich St., with a Valentine's Day opening event planned.

Permit filings list 2820 Hillcroft Ave for a new Popeyes; construction is slated to start May 2026 with a likely opening in early 2027.

Arle, an Oaxacan‑focused spot, has opened on Sunvalley Mall’s lower level. City staff and the Concord Chamber attended a recent ribbon‑cutting.

State permit filings show Gyro Hut plans a Manvel buildout from April 30 to July 31, 2026, and a local franchisee is listed on the paperwork.

Nudibranch Coffee, billed as Seattle’s first Thai coffee shop, opens Feb. 7 on Capitol Hill with fruit-forward drinks and a packed community events calendar.