Denton, Texas, is experiencing a vibrant expansion in its local business scene, with a variety of new establishments opening their doors to the community. These new businesses range from unique dining experiences to specialty retail shops, offering residents and visitors alike an array of choices.
New Dining Options
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, located at 3400 N. I-35 Ste. 150, brings the novelty of conveyor belt sushi to Denton. Opened on May 15, the restaurant offers a diverse menu including sushi rolls, udon, ramen, and side dishes like gyoza and fried shrimp wontons. For more information, visit www.kurasushi.com.
Another exciting addition is The Ice Cream Labs at 2430 E. I-35, Ste. 136. Open since April 9, this shop offers homemade ice cream in bowls and cones, along with falooda, bubble tea, and churros. A grand opening event is planned for later this summer. Details can be found at www.theicecreamlabs.com.
Blind Man’s Corner, a walk-up snack stand at 108 E. Oak St., opened on May 1. It serves queso bowls with customizable toppings and packaged ice cream bars. Visit www.blindmanscorner.com for more.
Currywood, at 1611 Eagle Drive, Ste. 107, offers Indian and Punjabi cuisine, including fish tikka and tandoori chicken. Open since April 5, it features a unique rewards system called Currywood Coins. More information is available at www.currywood.com.
Fat Down BBQ, a family-owned restaurant at 1123 Fort Worth Drive, offers slow-smoked meats and homemade sides. Open Fridays through Sundays, it has been serving the community since March 27. See www.fatdownbbq.com for details.
Retail and Services
Sundance Thrift, located at 521 Bryan St., opened on May 8, providing curated secondhand goods. The store accepts donations and offers a range of items from clothing to home decor. Visit www.sundancethrift.org for more.
Waxxed Sports Cards, set for a soft opening at the end of May at 2315 Colorado Blvd., Ste. 120, will offer a variety of trading and gaming cards. Check www.triplecards.com for updates.
Crash Champions, an auto repair company at 3333 E. University Drive, is under construction with completion expected by September 16. They will offer dent repair and other services. More at www.crashchampions.com.
Changes and Closures
HereAfter Oddities and Tattoos, located at 208 W. Oak St., will celebrate its grand reopening on June 6. The shop offers tattoos and unique items like a mastodon jaw. Visit www.hereafterdenton.com for more information.
Mallouf Hat Company closed its physical store on April 18 but continues online sales at malloufhats.com.
West Oak Coffee Bar, at 114 W. Oak St., plans to open a cocktail bar later this year, expanding its offerings to include small bites and tapas. More details at www.westoakcoffeebar.com.
Velcrokid, a toy shop relocating to 216 W. Mulberry St. in September, offers toys and snacks. Visit www.velcrokid.com for more.
Slap Burger, which offered a variety of burgers, closed on April 14.
Patchouli Joe’s, a bookstore at 221 W. Hickory St., will close on May 30 but will continue to host pop-up events. Visit www.patchoulijoesbooks.com for more.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Denton — read the source article.
