1. Old Damascus Mediterranean
Old Damascus Mediterranean held its grand opening June 10. Located at 1310 W. Campbell Road, Ste. 108, Richardson, Old Damascus serves a range of Mediterranean favorites, including shawarma, kabobs, salads and sandwiches. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout and delivery options. 214-242-9700. www.olddamascus.net
2. Rico's Paleteria y Botanas
Rico’s Paleteria y Botanas Locas opened in Dallas near the Richardson border on June 10. Located at 14203 Coit Road, Ste. 100, Rico’s serves up a variety of Mexican snacks, including michoacana-style ice cream, elotes, tacos and candy. Rico’s has another storefront in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood. 214-852-2925. www.facebook.com/ricospaleteria
3. Great American Cookies
Great American Cookies started serving up fresh-baked goods in Richardson on June 9. Located at 1201 State St., Ste. 400, in the CityLine development, the storefront is the Atlanta-based chain’s first in the city. In addition to cookies, the company also serves brownies, Double Doozie cookie sandwiches and custom cookie cakes. Great American Cookies has locations across North Texas, including ones in Plano, Dallas and Garland. 972-231-0888. www.greatamericancookies.com
