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16 business updates in Prosper, Celina

Here are 16 businesses that are now open, coming soon or recently relocated in Prosper and Celina.

Now open
Chick-fil-A: The new Prosper location is owned and operated by Chris Wright, and it is his second Chick-fil-A location. He owns the location at the Gates of Prosper. This location marks the first of nine new Chick-fil-A restaurants expected to open in the metroplex throughout 2026, according to a company news release. Chick-fil-A offers sandwiches, strips, salads, sides, desserts and more.

Nothing Bundt Cakes: The bakery chain specializes in bundt cakes with flavor options like lemon, red velvet and white chocolate raspberry. The new store will serve Prosper and north Little Elm.

Coming soon 
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice:
The 1,200-square-foot space will be part of the Preston Pointe district development, according to commercial real estate firm Matthews. Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is a frozen dessert chain specializing in Italian ice, soft-serve ice cream and its signature Jelati, which combines the two.

 
coming soon
Metroplex Gymnastics updates opening timeline for Celina gym

Metroplex Gymnastics is eyeing a July opening for their new facility in Celina, a company representative said.

What they offer: The location will offer gymnastics, tumbling and ninja classes for children ages 2-18.

What else: Metroplex Gymnastics also hosts special events like summer camps and birthday parties, according to the business’s website.

  • 3730 FM 1385, Celina

 
On The Business Beat
Portillo’s launches first-ever airport location in North Texas

The first airport restaurant for Portillo’s opened inside Terminal B at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in late May.

Travelers can order Portillo’s signature menu items like Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers and Portillo’s chocolate cake, according to a news release. Plans for the Chicago eatery were first announced last May, according to previous reporting.

The details: The restaurant features self-order kiosks and order-ahead pickup, as well as a Portillo’s Grab & Go area. There is also a variety of seating options for more than 50 guests, according to the restaurant’s website.

Portillo’s partner at the airport is PhaseNext Hospitality, according to previous reporting.

What else? The Chicago-based company has two locations in Fort Worth, as well as restaurants in Arlington, Dallas, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Grapevine and The Colony, according to its website.

  • 2400 Aviation Drive, Terminal B, DFW Airport

 
Metro News Monday
Universal Kids Resort news, 121 North corridor development: 6 trending Dallas-Fort Worth stories

Allen and McKinney officials launch a new initiative for economic development around SH 121, while Universal Kids Resort announces a July 1 opening date. Check out six trending stories from Community Impact’s Dallas-Fort Worth coverage areas.

1. ‘More than a highway’: Allen, McKinney officials launch 121 North corridor initiative
2. Frisco removes public input from council agendas indefinitely
3. Denton planning and zoning denies permit for major automotive work
4. Early voting starts June 1 for Frisco's mayoral runoff election
5. In case you missed it: 5 new restaurants in Prosper, Celina
6. Universal Kids Resort sets July 1 opening date

 

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