Waffle House
New 1,840 square foot Waffle House location in Fort Worth. Construction set to begin February 1, 2027 and wrap by August 1, 2027. Part of chain’s expansion into DFW area.
Jersey Mike’s
Jersey Mike’s sandwich shop opening in renovated 1,698 square foot storefront. Construction set to begin March 16, 2026 and conclude by June 15, 2026. Operated by local franchisee Trey Nelson who already owns two Jersey Mike’s locations in DFW.
J. Alexander’s
J. Alexander’s upscale casual dining restaurant opening first Dallas-Fort Worth location with grand opening celebration including ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3:30 p.m. and welcoming guests at 4:00 p.m. Plans second location in Prosper by end of 2026.
Vicela: Crafted Excellence
Coffee and cocktail fusion concept with 2,500 sq ft space accommodating 68 guests. Features backroom for movies, community events, and classes. Soft opening February 19, public opening early March.
Docent Steak & Lounge
Upscale Japanese steakhouse from Harwood Hospitality featuring HWD beef, Akaushi wagyu, and Kobe beef. Two-floor restaurant with Samurai culture theme at Harwood No. 14. Opening delayed from original 2024 target.
Punk Noir
Immersive dining experience in Design District with 20-course tasting menu by James Beard Award winning chef RJ Cooper. Features multiple themed spaces including communal dining room, open kitchen, intimate neon-lit dining room, and Noir Lounge. 9,500 square feet with 2-3 seatings of 26 seats per night.
Original ChopShop
Fast-casual concept opening four new locations in 2026, starting with Fort Worth Medical District in March, followed by Memorial City in Houston and Peoria, Arizona in July, and Richardson, Texas in September
Tikka House
Family-owned Indian restaurant featuring north and south Indian cuisine as well as Indo-Chinese dishes. 2,000-square-foot location with existing locations in Austin area, College Station and Waco.
Blue Goose Cantina
Tex-Mex restaurant opening in former Enchiladas Ole space, featuring fajitas, margaritas, wood fire grill, and tortilla factory. 5,486 sq ft with seating for 250 plus climatized patio for 100+
Zaxbys
Georgia-based fast food chicken restaurant opening second Fort Worth location near TCU campus in former Bahn Shop space. Known for chicken fingers, wings and salads with signature sauces.