DTX-PLN: Impact 10/9/2025

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Planned restaurant, other retail at SH 121, Rasor Boulevard OK’d by Plano commission

Plano residents could see a new car wash, convenience store and restaurant coming to the intersection of SH 121 and Rasor Boulevard.

The details: According to the site plan, the convenience store will have five gas pumps and the restaurant will include a drive-thru.

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now open

Family-owned halal brunch spot Aroma Breakfast and Lunch now open in Plano

Aroma Breakfast and Lunch, a family-owned and operated halal brunch spot, is now open in east Plano.

The details: Owners Emad Jandali and Rafaa Sabouni opened Aroma Aug. 21, aiming to blend Mediterranean and Syrian cuisine with American brunch classics. Aroma serves a mix of casual brunch favorites, such as omelets, waffles and pancakes, alongside traditional Mediterranean and Syrian dishes, including shakshuka and fatteh.

1017 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 250, Plano

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CI Foodie

Check out 6 restaurants newly opened in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Looking to explore food opportunities beyond your community? Check out the following restaurant news from across the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, as previously reported by Community Impact.

1. Grapevine: Daytrip Diner
The restaurant serves elevated diner food including breakfast items such as corned beef hash and eggs, chicken fried steak and eggs, pancakes, French toast, waffles and egg scrambles. For lunch, offerings include salads, sandwiches, sandwiches and cheeseburgers.

Opened Sept. 29
1206 W. Northwest Highway, Grapevine

2. Frisco: Soulful Street Bites
The restaurant offers soul food and Southern barbecue, such as oxtails, pot roast, fried ribs and brisket mac and cheese.