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Openings & Closings

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Queen's Head Pub fish and chips with two large fried cod filets.
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A look inside the new Queen’s Head Pub in Deep Ellum: Fish and chips and a tavern mood

By Courtney E. SmithJune 11, 2026

The new pub brings classic fish and chips and a moody tavern vibe to the legendary former Green Room space. After a first look, we’re early fans.

A stunning loaf of sourdough.
Shops & Markets

Beloved cottage baker, Kuluntu Bakery, opens new space in East Oak Cliff. It’s a beaut.

By Lisa PettyJune 8, 2026

The former cottage bakery has a new home and an old soul.

the interior of Sueno
Restaurants

Sueño looks past standard Tex-Mex for its new Snider Plaza restaurant and tequila lounge

By Aaren ProdyJune 3, 2026

It’s an exciting time to be a plate of elevated Mexican food in Dallas, and the more margaritas, the better.

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a table filled with botanas and mexican drinks
Restaurants

May was busy: 10 new Dallas restaurants to add to your list

By Aaren ProdyJune 3, 2026

Chef Tiffany Derry opened a snow-cone stand, plus one of Dallas’ most popular pop-ups, Molino Oloyo, found a new home.

groundbreaking of White Castle in North Texas.
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White Castle breaks ground in The Colony: First Texas location sets opening timeline

By Aaren ProdyJune 2, 2026

A word of advice, from a native Missourian who grew up on these things, you gotta just buckle down and get a Crave Case. It’s the only proper way. 

Restaurants

Dallas restaurant closings: Trinity Groves loses 3 more concepts in May

By Aaren ProdyJune 2, 2026

For a minute there, the future of Trinity Groves was bleak, then it was bright. Is it bleak again? 

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a table filled with botanas and mexican drinks
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Sor Juana: A new spot for ‘food, drink and human connection’ that we’re actually excited about

By Melanie HernandezJune 1, 2026

Sor Juana stands alone on the fringes of downtown in a 1920s building. Inside a special space with soul and convivio is developing.

Outdoors & Rec

Universal Kids Resort in Frisco announces opening date

By Alyssa FieldsMay 28, 2026

You pack the moon for Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, we’ll pack the onions for Shrek’s Swamp.

chef Tiffany Derry
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Tiffany Derry’s new Syrup + Sno serves up chef-driven sweets

By Lisa PettyMay 26, 2026

Top Chef alum Tiffany Derry is officially in snow business. And we’re here for it.

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Congrats, Dallas: Olōyō, the restaurant we’ve been waiting for, opens soon
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Congrats, Dallas: Olōyō, the restaurant we’ve been waiting for, opens soon

By Aaren ProdyMay 22, 2026

After years of refining their craft through hyper-popular pop-ups, the team behind Molino Oloyo is ready to open their new home in East Dallas.

Restaurants

Punk Noir wants to shake up fine dining in Dallas. Here’s a look inside

By Aaren ProdyMay 21, 2026

With a 20-course tasting menu spanning several rooms, the restaurant pairs local artwork with an evolving, multi-sensory narrative. (But what’s it taste like?)

An ice cream shop with a cult following makes its Dallas debut
Restaurants

An ice cream shop with a cult following makes its Dallas debut

By Aaren ProdyMay 20, 2026

The Portland-born shop brings its famous rotating flavors (and a Fritos pie sundae) to North Texas.

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H-E-B storefront.
Shops & Markets

Garland, come on down! You’re next up for 2 different H-E-B concepts

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 20, 2026

Plus a new store in Euless is now open.

money bag dumplings at komodo
Restaurants

The life, death and receipts behind Komodo’s closing

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 20, 2026

What booze sales tell us about flashy restaurant imports that open with a bang and fizzle out hard.

the exterior of tipsy booze
Restaurants

A national chain is moving into the Bishop Arts. At least it’s boozy ice cream

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 19, 2026

New York-based Tipsy Scoop is bringing over-the-top alcohol-infused treats to the neighborhood this summer.

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two salads on a table at Tribal All Day Cafe
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Tribal All Day Cafe to close, reopen in larger space nearby

By Aaren ProdyMay 18, 2026

Tribal All Day Cafe — where eating healthy is actually fun — is moving to a bigger space just across the street. We’re excited about this move.

Cafe Brazil on SMU campus.
Restaurants

Don’t panic (yet): Cafe Brazil will have to move, but plans to stay near SMU students

By Melanie HernandezMay 15, 2026

The land this beloved 24-hour cafe sits on is part of a campus expansion, but Cafe Brazil is working to ensure those coffee-fueled late-night study sessions live on.

Lobsta Grilled Cheese from Dock Local - Samantha Marie Photography
Restaurants

Seafood swap: Rex’s Seafood to close, replaced by Dock Local

By Aaren ProdyMay 14, 2026

You have until May 17 to grab your favorite bite at Rex’s at the Dallas Farmers Market – although the flagship location in North Dallas will remain open.

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the patio of casablanca
Restaurants

Why Casablanca in the Bishop Arts District closed

By Aaren ProdyMay 13, 2026

The once very popular lounge with “sing-easies” (private karaoke rooms) is now an event space.

Evan Pemberton (left) and Mike Stites standing in front of their new restaurant
Restaurants

Midcult Society wants to fill a ‘Cry Wolf-shaped hole’ in Dallas dining

By Chris WolfgangMay 12, 2026

A pair of industry veterans will open an Expo Park restaurant that promises creative flavors in an approachable venue.

fajitas at el molino
Restaurants

Anchor Sushi in North Dallas to close, reopen as upscale Tex-Mex spot

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 11, 2026

Last call at Anchor Sushi Bar in Preston Royal Shopping Center is May 31.

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Gnocchi Bolognese
Restaurants

Eat Here Now: 12 Fresh Openings Shaking Up the Dallas Food Scene

By Aaren ProdyMay 7, 2026

It may seem like a lot of good ones are closing, but this spring has treated the Dallas dining scene well. Here are 12 places to add to your list of places to try.

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