Dining options in Plano are about to expand with the following five restaurants set to open their doors soon. To keep up with news on more businesses opening in the area, visit communityimpact.com. This list is not comprehensive.
1. Rise Soufflé is set to open at 2444 Preston Road, Ste. 100, this summer, according to signage in the building’s window. The building was formerly a TGI Fridays, and construction is set to finish on Aug. 20, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Rise offers a variety of savory and sweet souffles as well as other French dishes. The restaurant has locations in Dallas and Fort Worth, with another planned for The Woodlands. https://risesouffle.com
2. The Dolly Llama Waffle Master is set to open at 8400 Preston Road, Ste. 150, in June. The Los Angeles-based dessert chain serves several varieties of waffles covered in toppings, such as ice cream, chocolate syrup, fruit and cereal, as well as milkshakes and ice cream. A grand opening event is planned for June 10, with raffles and giveaways, according to owner Trenton Judson. This will be the second Dolly Llama location in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 469-287-2002. www.thedollyllamaus.com
3. Zaap Kitchen Lao & Thai Street Eats' sixth location will open at 5976 W. Parker Road, Ste. 304, in late June or early July, according to a spokesperson for the company. The restaurant will serve a variety of Laotian cuisine, including curry, noodles, stir-fry and desserts. The restaurant will occupy a former T-Mobile store. Zaap Kitchen has three Dallas locations and one Fort Worth location, and there are plans to open a location in Lake Highlands. www.zaapkitchen.com
