Culebra Meat Market is opening a 12,772‑sq‑ft, $2.5M store at 15245 Culebra Road on San Antonio’s far West Side, placing the chain near a new H‑E‑B. The filing and visible signage point to a planned buildout in the growing corridor.

Dallas favorite il Bracco is opening on Scottsdale Road this late March with housemade pastas, fried artichokes and a frozen "Bracco" cocktail.

A new Sanuki-style udon and tempura bar has opened on Babcock Road, offering made-to-order bowls and piece-priced tempura in a bright, fast-casual dining room. Early reviews say the menu is affordable and the tempura is made to order.

Flour & Thyme has shut its downtown dining room after plumbing problems revealed water damage that needs a major remodel. Chef Ivan Jacobo says repairs are finished but no reopening date has been set.

A Hong Kong–style cafe in Richmond's Target plaza is drawing regulars with claypot rice and brisket soup, and most dishes cost $10.75 or less.

A drive‑thru pizzeria called Za Zoom is headed to north Fort Worth's Alliance district with a late‑summer 2026 target. The concept will sell pizza by the slice through a drive‑thru window.

Hawaiian Bros signed a deal with Rock Strategic LLC to open six Las Vegas Valley locations, expanding beyond its North Las Vegas outpost.

Taqueria De Diez will move from its Trinity Street spot to East Sixth’s rebranded Old Sixth, targeting an early‑2027 opening as developers push daytime dining.

Sunny Hill Juice and Radiant Juice + Smoothie Bar are reshaping Bastrop’s drink scene with cold-pressed juices, hydrogen water and wellness-focused menus.

A 97‑year‑old downtown landmark will reopen Feb. 17 as Old City Hall Restaurant & Bar, a 200‑seat concept from Wiggins Hospitality; reservations open Feb. 9.

Pontu, chef Richie Lopez's new Peruvian spot, is headed to 3117 Ocean Park Blvd in Santa Monica. Expect seasonal seafood plates like ceviches and tiraditos while permits are finalized.

After a year of pop‑ups, chef Valeriano Chiella's Fico Cucina has moved into Balcony Bar Uptown, bringing baked gnocchi, cacio e pepe and a chicken Milanese to a regular menu. The fixed kitchen lets the project expand beyond one‑night events.

Smalls Sliders has signed a multi‑unit deal to bring several smorange 'Cans' to North Oklahoma City. Local operator Slide Thru will announce sites and opening dates soon.