The new year promises to be an exciting one for Fort Worth — especially for us foodies. From the No. 1 rooftop destination in the world to a Michelin Star chef opening his own concepts, we’ve rounded up the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2023.
Goat & Vine Restaurant + Winery, 2600 W. 7th St.
The upscale restaurant and tasting room features house-made pastas, steaks, and multiple wine labels for guests to enjoy.
- Cuisine: Italian
- Anticipated opening date: Friday, Jan. 27
61 Osteria, 500 W. 7th St.
The restaurant by Adam Jones — who also owns Grace and Little Red Wasp — is downtown’s newest concept with views overlooking Burnett Park. The menu is created by executive chef Blaine Staniford and features traditional Italian dishes with a “focus on seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers.”
- Cuisine: Italian
- Anticipated opening date: Tuesday, Jan. 31
Quince, 1701 River Run
TCU grad and CEO of Rooftop Ventures Brian Sneed is bringing the “No. 1 rooftop destination in the world” to the banks of the Trinity River. The restaurant originating from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico will serve dishes from around the globe including French pastries, sushi, and Texas angus steaks.
- Cuisine: Eclectic
- Anticipated opening date: End of January
F1 Smokehouse, 517 University Dr.
Felipe Armenta and Michelin Star chef Graham Elliott are working on a brick-and-mortar restaurant for the beloved food truck that currently resides at the Clearkfork Trailhead. The concept will be reinvented in the Cultural District with a 2.0 version of the barbecue classics.
- Cuisine: Barbecue
- Anticipated opening date: End of January
Musume will open inside the Signature Sandman Hotel.
Photo by @musumedallas
MUSUME, 810 Houston St.
The Dallas sushi restaurant is expanding with a location inside the new Sandman Signature Hotel (expected to open in March). The restaurant will feature minimalist architecture, tropical greenery, private dining rooms, and a tatami room.
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Anticipated opening date: May
Gold Handle Coffee, 112 W. Exchange Ave.
Railcar Coffee & Spirits will soon be the flagship store for John Wayne Gold Handle Coffee. The cafe is inspired by The Duke’s tradition of gifting personalized gold-handed mugs and will serve coffee and wine.
- Cuisine: Beverages
- Anticipated opening date: March
Dreamboat Donuts and Scoops, 1200 6th St.
The vegan confectionery shop will be located in the PS 1200 development in the Near Southside. The concept by Spiral Diner owner Amy McNutt will feature plant-based ice cream, donuts, and other pastries like apple fritters and ice cream sandwiches.
- Cuisine: Vegan desserts
- Anticipated opening date: Early spring
Maiden: Fine Plants and Spirits, 1200 6th St.
Also from the mind of Spiral Diner owner Amy McNutt, this intimate fine dining experience will feature a full bar, a dozen tables, and a nightly multi-course tasting menu. The chef-driven vegan restaurant will open in the PS 1200 development.
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Anticipated opening date: Early summer
Sickies Garage Burgers and Brews, 6770 Fossil Bluff Dr.
The garage-themed burger concept is opening in the former Pasados Cafe location and will serve 50 different types of burgers and brews.
- Cuisine: American
- Anticipated opening date: Spring
Cafe Margot, 3150 S. Hulen St.
Also created by local chef Felipe Armenta in collaboration with Graham Elliott, the menu will feature house-made pasta, slow-braised meats, fresh fish, and pastries. The restaurant, named after Felipe’s daughter, is described as being “the opposite of stuffy.”
- Cuisine: French
- Anticipated opening date: April
Hudson House, 4600 Dexter Ave.
Set to replace a historic ice house along Camp Bowie, the restaurant features a raw bar, New England-style lobster rolls, mac-and-cheese, and burgers.
- Cuisine: American
- Anticipated opening date: Late 2023
Walloon’s, 701 W. Magnolia Ave.
Created by Marcus Paslay, the chef’s fourth concept, the seafood-centric restaurant will provide a New Orleans and Charleston feel.
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Anticipated opening date: Summer
Old Texas Brewing Co., 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd.
The Burleson-based brewpub is expanding to Cowtown with a large patio, full bar, live music, and Old Texas Brewing classics like brisket stuffed jalapeños and burgers.
- Cuisine: American
- Anticipated opening date: Spring
Is there such thing as too much barbecue?
Photo by @daynetxbbq
Dayne’s Craft Barbecue, 9840 Camp Bowie W. Blvd.
Named a “Top 50 BBQ Joint” by Texas Monthly, the local staple is opening its first brick-and-mortar with the same smoked meats that sell out daily.
- Cuisine: Barbecue
- Anticipated opening date: Early summer
Everyone knows that the blackened crust is the best part. | Photo by @brixbarbecue
Brix Barbecue, 2018 Bryan Ave.
Also opening its first brick-and-mortar, this barbecue joint is currently serving up Texas-style barbecue out of an airstream by Hopfusion Ale Works.
- Cuisine: Barbecue
- Anticipated opening date: First quarter of 2023
This will be the Bridgeport-based whiskey distillery’s second tasting room.
Photo by Oak & Eden
Oak & Eden, 5188 Monahans Ave.
The Texas whiskey brand is opening a new tasting room and bar with its signature Bottle Builder program where visitors can create their own whiskey bottle using four finished whiskey bases and infusion options.
- Cuisine: American
- Anticipated opening date: Spring
Plank Seafood Provisions, 5188 Monahans Ave.
The seafood restaurant will be an open-kitchen setup with a full raw bar and a wood-fired grill serving environmentally-sourced ingredients from Maine to Massachusetts and the shores of Greece.
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Anticipated opening date: First of the year
On our radar
Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar, 1305 W. Magnolia Ave. | The Dallas-born pizza stop is expanding to Cowtown with its classic crust and sauce recipes.
Riot Room, 1100 Foch St. | Texas country artist Koe Wetzel is behind this new bar. The bar is looking to fill several positions, ranging from bartenders to line cooks.
Ian’s Sandwiches, 2905 Race St. | La Onda’s chef Victor Villarreal is opening a new sandwich pop-up named after his son Ian.
Terry Black’s Barbecue, 2926 W. 7th St. | The Austin-based eatery plans to expand into North Texas and replace the existing Wendy’s.
