The following restaurants have opened recently, giving Plano residents new options for a quick meal in the city. To keep up with news on all the businesses opening in the area, visit communityimpact.com. This list is not comprehensive.
1. Steam Dumpling opened April 6 at 3131 Custer Road, Ste. 182, Plano, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant. Some popular menu items include steamed pork and cabbage dumplings, pan-fried shrimp and pork dumplings, pan-fried vegetable dumplings, kung pao chicken, and scallion pancakes, according to the Steam Dumpling website. The restaurant also features an open kitchen that allows diners to watch the chefs prepare food. 806-608-8899. www.steamdumplingplano.com
2. Grimaldi's Pizzeria opened in Plano on March 24 in The Shops at Legacy at 5717 Legacy Drive, Ste. 110. The restaurant includes an indoor dining space, a full bar, a dedicated to-go area and a 50-seat patio space, according to the release. The new Plano Grimaldi’s location is the ninth in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Grimaldi’s serves New York-style brick-oven pizza and calzones with various toppings as well as salads, desserts, cocktails and more. 972-782-4212. www.grimaldispizzeria.com
3. Karak Chai & Knafeh opened March 16 at 6832 Coit Road, Ste. 200. The eatery offers a variety of chai teas, pastries, doughnuts, fresh juices and deli-style sandwiches. One of its specialties is knafeh, a pastry dough filled with soft cheese and pistachio nuts. 214-501-3363. www.karakchaiandknafeh.com
