A fast-casual dessert concept offering made-from-scratch, fresh-fried handcrafted churros is open and operating in Texas for the first time.

The Loop: Handcrafted Churros held its grand opening Aug. 28 at its new location at Hanover Rice Village, 5216 Morningside Drive, Houston, according to the concept’s Facebook page.

The new opening marks The Loop’s first location outside of its home state of California and the concept’s first franchised location.

The Loop offers its signature loop-shaped churros with three varieties: a dipped loop that includes a dip, a glazed loop that includes a glaze and a topping, and a chilled loop that includes soft-serve ice cream. In addition, The Loop also offers teas, coffee and other specialty drinks, according to its website. 832-668-5456. www.theloopchurros.com