Denton’s commercial landscape is expanding with a mix of new openings, upcoming projects, and a handful of closures. The latest wave of businesses promises more dining, shopping, and family‑friendly entertainment for residents.
New dining and retail options
Den10 Lounge opens its doors as a bar and grill offering traditional American fare, including gourmet burgers, wings, nachos, and a full bar.
Moda Studio brings a European‑inspired fashion boutique to Golden Triangle Mall, featuring curated collections for men and women.
Malibu Matcha Bar adds a coastal‑vibe matcha bar to downtown Denton, serving iced and hot matcha drinks, coffee, seasonal items, baked goods, and branded merchandise.
Rowdy Return, co‑owned by Thistle Creative Reuse partners Kari Meyercord‑Westerman and Jeanna Dunlap, shares space with Burnout Vintage and offers vintage, second‑hand, locally made, and household goods.
TG Steakhouse introduces a Brazilian‑style all‑you‑can‑eat steakhouse with a hot side bar, salad bar, and rotating meat selections served tableside.
Family‑focused entertainment
Launch Family Entertainment opens at Golden Triangle Mall, featuring an indoor air basketball arena, dodgeball courts, a soft‑play area, trampoline courts, a bouldering wall, and an on‑site restaurant and bar.
Urban Air Adventure Park offers an indoor playground and trampoline park with a zipline, climbing walls, and obstacle courses for children ages 2‑18.
Creative and service businesses
Custom T‑Shirts & Posters operates under the slogan “Your ideas. Our print,” providing custom apparel, posters, tote bags, coffee mugs, and other personalized gifts.
Storage 365 will soon open a self‑storage facility featuring temperature‑controlled units, month‑to‑month rentals, pest management, and enhanced security.
Brakes Plus plans to begin construction on a full‑service auto shop on December 1, with completion targeted for December 1, 2027. The shop will offer brake services, maintenance, and repairs.
Education and music
School of Rock launches a music school offering eight programs across age ranges and skill levels, allowing students to take lessons, join bands, and in some cases perform and record. Limited pre‑opening perks are available.
Closings
Chiloso Mexican Bistro announced its closure after 11 years on Loop 288, ending a run of Mexican dishes and margaritas.
The Picklr, an indoor pickleball franchise, filed for bankruptcy and closed its Denton location after operating for just over a year and a half.
What’s next
Several of these venues, such as the music school and the auto shop, are still in pre‑opening phases, indicating continued growth for Denton’s business community throughout 2027.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Denton — read the source article.
