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Dua Trattoria
The restaurant features Italian cuisine with dishes such as lasagna, flatbreads, tapas, salads and more. The menu includes marinated olives, bruschetta, a chef’s Cornish hen, filet mignon and grilled salmon.
- Opened Dec. 4
- 5225 Warren Parkway, Frisco
- www.duafrisco.com
Bangkok Thai Street Food & Market
The restaurant prepares authentic dishes using the same ingredients one would find in Thailand, according to the restaurant’s website. Dishes include different types of curry, pad thai, spicy thai chicken and more. A kids menu and a variety of teas are also available.
- Opened Dec. 23
- 5801 Golden Triangle Blvd., Fort Worth
- www.bangkokthaifoodandmarket.com
Palapas Seafood Bar
The menu offers Hispanic-style seafood options ranging from fried calamari to ceviche de camaron. The restaurant was previously located in Richardson but has since closed down.
- Opened in November
- 253 W. Church St., Lewisville
- www.palapasseafoodbar.us
The Bloom Lounge
The bistro serves a diverse range of appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, steaks, chops and sides. Breakfast items include waffles, pancakes, French toast, omelets, toasts and Benedicts. There are also signature brunch dishes and a wide variety of drink options.
- Opened Jan. 5
- 6145 Windhaven Parkway, Ste. 120, Plano
- www.thebloomloungebistro.com
Coco Shrimp
The seafood restaurant offers a variety of Hawaiian-inspired dishes, including shrimp plates and tacos. The Richardson location is the first in the city for the local seafood chain. According to the company's website, a future location is also planned in Keller.
- Opened Jan. 24
- 1240 E. Belt Line Road, Richardson
- www.cocoshrimp.com/richardson
Lotus Vietnamese Cuisine
The restaurant offers a fusion of traditional recipes and contemporary flavors, according to its website. Menu items include banh mi, fried spring rolls, pho and braised fish.
- Opened in early December
- 310 S. Oak St., Roanoke
- www.lotusinroanoke.com