Looking for the next new restaurant hitting Fort Worth’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Fort Worth — plus, some spots coming soon. Keep tabs on this list to stay ahead of the culinary curve. And don’t forget to bookmark it.
June openings
Urban Egg, 2828 N. Tarrant Pkwy. | Breakfast
This breakfast chain offers breakfast with a modern twist — think: a variety of Benedicts, chilaquiles, brisket, fan-favorite pancakes, mimosas + Ranch Water. Plus, a vintage horse trailer is on-site — formerly owned by Willie Nelson.
Mister O1, 2828 N. Tarrant Pkwy., Ste. 110 | Pizza
Founder and chef Renato Viola — who was raised in Southern Italy and settled in Miami under the O1 Visa category — brings extraordinary artisanal pizza from his heart straight to your bellies.
Fire Pot, 5760 SW Loop 820 | Korean BBQ
The triple-threat dining experience, where you cook your own meal at your table, serves all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue, hot pot, and sushi.
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food, 3251 Tracewood Wy., Ste. 101 | Hawaiian
Say ‘aloha’ to authentic Hawaiian-style plate lunches with bold island flavors, tender meats, and a laid-back vibe.
Rodeo Goat, 333 E. Division St., Arlington | Burgers
The gastropub is renowned for its inventive, house‑ground burgers (try a Hot Bastard, Dad Bod, or Newsletter Editor Elizabeth’s favorite — the Bodacious), extensive craft beer and cocktail lineup. They host Battle of the Burgers each week.
Stewart’s is a 21+ up bar and restaurant by chef Tim Love.
Photo by @stewartscocktailclub
May openings
Stewart’s Croquet & Cocktails, 4424 White Settlement Rd. | New American
Croquet and cocktails and caviar, oh my. Check out chef Tim Love’s newest open concept Stewart’s — which offers dual croquet courts, as well as Texas blue crab cake and Royal Ossetra caviar. Did you see Joe Jonas stopped by?
Duchess, 503 Bryan Ave. | New American
2007 “Top Chef” runner-up Casey Thompson serves upscale Texas food like boar chili and beef carpaccio ciabatta at this bar and restaurant anchoring the new Nobleman Hotel.
TeaCupFuls Boba Tea, 5800 N. Tarrant Pkwy., Ste. 2-106 | Tea
The Oregon‑born artisanal boba shop crafts vibrant, Instagram‑worthy drinks—like butterfly‑pea teas, cotton‑candy‑topped creations, and anime‑inspired energy blends.
Big Guys Bodega, 1001 E. Harwood Rd., Ste. 11, Euless | Deli
A casual, halal-friendly, NYC‑style deli serves up hearty hot and cold subs — from chicken masala paninis to ribeye Philly cheesesteaks — along with classic sides.
Paris Baguette, 2700 N. Tarrant Pkwy., Ste. 100 | Bakery
This cozy French-inspired, South Korean–rooted bakery café offers a wide selection of fresh pastries, artisan breads, cakes, coffee, sandwiches, salads, plus more.
The Big Potato Company, 291 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy., Burleson | Deli
A comfort-food eatery specializing in jumbo stuffed Idaho potatoes. Choose from some loaded with creative toppings like Japanese crab, Creole étouffée, or classic bacon & cheddar. The deli also offers fresh handcrafted sandwiches, soups, and salads.
April openings
Shōgun Taqueria, 1508 W. Magnolia Ave. | Mexican-Japanese Fusion
This bold Fort Worth fusion spot by Chef Francisco “Paco” Islas serves up inventive Mexican‑Japanese street‑food mashups — think menudo ramen, kimchi quesadillas, tinga gyoza, tonkatsu con mole, and table‑side parrilla. Pro tip: Try the hibiscus sake sangria.
Campo Verde, 2918 W. Pioneer Pkwy., Arlington | Tex-Mex
In here, it’s always Christmas. The landmark dazzles guests year-round with an over-the-top “Christmas-wonderland” décor, now revived under acclaimed chef Mouhssine “Moose” Benhamacht with a refreshed menu and craft cocktails.
Craftway Kitchen, 2820 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake | New American
Stop by for an elevated twist on classic comfort dishes, featuring scratch-made soups, salads, sandwiches, hearty entrees, and craft cocktails in a casual, neighborhood‑friendly setting.
Dayne’s delicious food is about to be available out west.
Photo by @daynestxbbq
March openings
Lil JJ’s Smokehouse, 9321 N. Fwy. | Barbecue
The family‑owned Fort Worth barbecue spot, re-branded from Berry Best as a tribute to the owners’ late son J.J., serves deeply seasoned pecan‑smoked brisket, ribs, sausage, loaded baked potatoes, and scratch sides like mac & cheese and banana pudding.
Taste Community Restaurant, 200 N. Cooper St., Arlington | New American
A Fort Worth‑based, nonprofit, pay‑what‑you‑can café that serves chef‑crafted, seasonal meals alongside apprenticeships and job training.
Beren Mediterranean Empire Kitchen, 1229 8th Ave., Ste. 127 | Turkish
Located in the Funky Town Food Hall, the Mediterranean eatery serves scratch‑made Turkish classics — from breakfast simit and pogaca to lamb kebabs, gyros, braised kavurma, and housemade baklava. Check out the art inside by artist Jan Riggins.
2 Neighbors Southern Chicken, 2751 E. Broad St., Mansfield | American
A fast-casual Southern comfort‑food spot based in DeSoto serves Nashville‑style hot‑fried chicken, wings, tenders, catfish, soul‑food sides, and family‑recipe desserts.
February openings
La La Land Kind Cafe, 5733 Camp Bowie Blvd. | Coffee
The Dallas-based coffee shop chain with a mission to spread kindness by hiring and mentoring foster youth, offering a variety of specialty coffees, matcha drinks, toasts, and pastries in a vibrant-yellow, welcoming setting.
Carne Asada’s Mexican Food, 1234 NW 28th St. | Mexican
Joel Gutierrez, owner of Acapulco, will open up this nearby Tex-Mex and Mex-Mex food joint serving tortas, enchiladas, nachos, and chingon fries.
January openings
Tabla Indian Restaurant, 5633 N. Tarrant Pkwy. | Indian
The fast-casual Florida chain offers traditional Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisines, including butter chicken, dal tadka, and street-food-inspired items like pani poori and samosa chaat.
Coming soon
Rendon Creamery, 5417 Rendon Rd., Ste. C | Ice cream | Estimated opening: Mid-2025
The parlor located in southeast Fort Worth offers house-made whimsical flavors paired with coffee, beer, wine, pastries, and light bites.
Heim BBQ, Weatherford | Barbecue | Estimated opening: Mid-2025
Slow-smoked, post-oak–fired meats — including their famed bacon burnt ends — and comfort sides are served in a fast-casual setting.
Dos Mares, 3260 W. 7th St. | Seafood | Estimated opening: Summer 2025
A concept of chef Juan Ramón Cárdenas meaning “two seas,” this restaurant features casual Mexican seafood and will open next door to Don Artemio.
Beverly’s Downtown, 901 Houston St. | Mexican | Estimated opening: Winter 2025
Cousin’s BBQ founders Jeff Payne and Jason Cross are bringing an upscale Mexican concept to basement of the historic Hogan Building. Bold regional flavors and craft mezcal cocktails meet a moody, speakeasy-style ambiance.
Duong DeVille, White Settlement | Vietnamese | Estimated opening: December 2025
Dumpling chef and grocery store owner Hao Tran will open a new eatery that will serve specialties inspired by her Vietnamese heritage, like dumplings, pastries, and breads.
Johnny’s World Famous Chicken and Waffles, 2707 Race St., Ste. 117 | Brunch | Estimated opening: TBD
We may not know when it’s coming, but what we do know is that it’ll be in Riverside. The restaurant chain was started by Atlanta chef Crystal Smith and R&B artist Ne-Yo.
Did we miss a restaurant that opened this year? Let us know.
