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.
September openings
Rendon Creamery, 5417 Rendon Rd., Ste. C | Ice cream
The parlor located in southeast Fort Worth offers house-made whimsical flavors paired with coffee, beer, wine, pastries, and light bites.
Zaxby’s, 5369 Sycamore School Rd. | Chicken
The home of the famous Chicken Fingerz — Editor Elizabeth recommends trying the Zax sauce — you’re welcome.
Tahocha Boba Tea & Coffee, 2515 E. Arkansas Ln., Ste. 151, Arlington | Bubble tea
Bubble tea fans, there’s a new spot on the block. Tahocha brings bold flavors from Vietnam’s finest leaves.
Handel’s Ice Cream, 425 SW Wilshire Blvd., Burleson | Ice cream
Ooohh…Dough! is the name of one ice cream flavor at this Ohio ice cream chain.
August openings
The Mont, 4729 St. Amand Cir., Ste. 105 | Fine dining
Lobster hushpuppies. Oysters on the half shell. Wagyu beef tartare. Those are a few menu items at The Mont.
Branch & Bean Coffee + Roastery, 2624 Whitmore St. | Coffee
You’ve tasted Maple Branch’s beer, now how about its coffee? The Foundry District brewery introduced its new coffee shop located inside the brewery this month. They serve coffee, pastries + breakfast tacos.
Corner BBQ and Oyster Bar, 122 E. Exchange Ave., Ste. 200 | BBQ + Oysters
Aww shucks. Chef Tim Love replaced Tannahill’s former restaurant T’s Tavern with a new concept serving up barbecue and raw oysters. It features offerings from Woodshed’s Smokehouse + a rotating oyster menu sourced from the East Coast.
Hideaway Pizza, 9800 N. Fwy | Pizza
An Oklahoma pizza chain opened its first Fort Worth location this month. Tip from Editor Elizabeth — try the fried mushrooms.
Bojangles, 12801 South Fwy. | Chicken
We heard the chicken and biscuits from this North Carolina-based fried chicken stop are famous. It opened in the former Five Guys.
Ichiro Izakaya Diner & Bar, 401 Bryan Ave., Ste. 109 | Japanese
Izakaya diner with a bar focusing on Japanese yakitori and charcoal-grilled items.
Choose from savory or sweet souffles and a glass of bubbles.
Photo by @risesouffle
July openings
Polanco, 570 Throckmorton St. | Mexican
The new upscale dining experience serves dishes inspired by the Mexico City neighborhood. Look into entrees, such as the arrachera antara or aguachile carnivoro. It also has valet parking.
Johnny’s World Famous Chicken and Waffles, 2707 Race St., Ste. 117 | Brunch
Like the name suggests, its signature item is chicken and waffles — the most popular brunch food in Georgia. The restaurant chain was started by Atlanta chef Crystal Smith and R&B artist Ne-Yo. The place calls itself an “over-the-top experience from the moment you walk in.”
JuiceLand, 3451 Heritage Trace Pkwy., Ste. 100 | Juice + Smoothies
The Austin-based juice and plant-based food chain opened its first store in Fort Worth. Try staples like smoothies, acai bowls, sandwiches, and wraps.
Rise Souffle, 2001 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 155 | French
The French cafe and wine bar that specializes in the baked egg dish is now + is serving savory souffles, dessert souffles, French onion soup, coffee, wine, and more.
The Anchor on Eagle Mountain Lake, 6680 E. Peden Rd. | American
How do you feel about dinner with a view? A new lakefront bar and grill features burgers, wings, fried catfish, and oysters + lake-inspired appetizers like lake logs, spicy canoes, and dockside crispitos.
Branded Bagels, 1242 FM 407, Ste. 300, Northlake | Breakfast
Get your New York-style bagel fix at this new spot that just opened in the Northlake Commons shopping center. Try ~16 flavors like everything, jalapeno cheddar + cinnamon raisin. You can also choose from a variety of schmears, such as pesto cream cheese or hot honey maple bacon.
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 stop 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.
What’s better than Mexican and Japanese street food paired together?
Photo by @shoguntaqueria
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.
Behold, Heim Barbecue’s BBQ Snob Sandwich topped with sausage, chopped brisket, and bacon burnt ends.
Photo via @HeimBarbecue
Coming soon
Dan’s Bagels, 2430 Forest Park Blvd. | Bagels | Estimated opening: Fall 2025
After its spring announcement, Dan’s Bagels finally teased the upcoming FTW store on Instagram. According to the Reel, in “just a few more weeks,” you’ll be able to get scratch-made sourdough bagels at the corner of Forest Park Boulevard and Park Hill Avenue.
Heim BBQ, Weatherford | Barbecue | Estimated opening: Fall 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: Fall 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.
Top of the Morning, 2948 Crockett St. | Breakfast| Estimated opening: Fall 2025
The chipper-sounding breakfast spot will take up the space formerly known as Mash’d by restaurateur Nick Roditis — who is known for expanding Yolk.
Henry McCarty Irish Pub, 2869 Crockett St. | Irish | Estimated opening: Fall 2025
Henry McCarty’s will be the first Irish pub in FTW to serve classic Irish dishes like fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, and an Irish breakfast. It is destined for the former Cork & Pig Tavern
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 the 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.
One Trick Pony Pizza Tavern, 313 S. Main St. | Pizza | Estimated opening: Winter 2025
The owners of Heim BBQ are set to open up a pizza tavern inside the former Hot Box Biscuit Club.
White Castle, 4520 Destination Dr., The Colony | Burgers | Estimated opening: Summer 2026
Texas is getting its first-ever White Castle in the slider company’s 100-year history — but FTW residents will have to drive far to get to it. Executives announced that a location will open in The Colony.
Teddy Wongs Dumpings & Wine, Houston Avenue, Weatherford Square | Asian | Estimated opening: Not yet announced
Popular dumpling destination and CultureMap’s 2025 Restaurant of the Year will open up its second location in Weatherford.
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