16 Handles
16 Handles frozen yogurt shop planning to open near Stone Oak in Greater San Antonio region. Franchisee will actually open two locations in the area. Self-serve froyo shop with customizable dessert experience.
Eastbound Barbecue
New barbecue restaurant in Houston’s East End helmed by former Killen’s Barbecue and Killen’s Steakhouse staff. Features creative smoked meats with traditional and innovative approaches. Currently holding preview pop-ups on weekends.
Terry Black’s Barbecue
Austin-based barbecue restaurant opening first New Braunfels location. 7,860-square-foot space with attached pit house and two-story outdoor dining. Construction begins mid-February.
Haidilao Hot Pot Austin
World-famous Chinese hot pot chain opening in the Domain area (Rock Rose). Known for incredible customer service including manicures and noodle dances. Construction expected to be completed by November 2026.
Augustine’s
Progressive Creole restaurant opening at the Hotel King David in Third Ward. Chef Dominick Lee is a New Orleans native with experience at Kiran’s and PoitÃn Bar & Kitchen. Restaurant has been two years in development.
Katerina
Restaurant by Chefs Justen Manzi and Greg Carter focusing on bold flavors and approachable elegance, featuring dishes like coriander-crusted duck breast, wood-roasted Wagyu meatballs and maple-peanut butter pie
Sin Yolanda
Mexico-based cantina expanding to The Woodlands location, doubling as Mexican restaurant and cantina with signature cocktails, elotitos, and quesabirria
NAWA Coffee House
First location of NAWA Coffee House opening in Friendswood. The shop takes its name from the Arabic word for ‘the seed’ and is expected to offer Middle Eastern tradition in a modern setting with ethically sourced coffee beans and fresh pastries like flaky croissants. Owned by best friends who are nurses.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers
Texas-based chicken finger chain expanding in Austin with new location near University of Texas. Part of plan to open 12+ restaurants in Austin market over next 9 years.
Arwa Yemeni Coffee
Award-winning Yemeni coffee shop expanding from Dallas-Fort Worth area with new Leander location. Construction estimated at $150,000, expected to start January 31 and complete July 31. Menu features traditional Yemeni beverages like Jubani, Mofawer, and Qishr alongside classic espresso drinks.