III Forks, a longtime North Texas steakhouse, has opened a new flagship location in Addison’s Village on the Parkway. The restaurant, originally founded in North Dallas in 1998 and later moved to Frisco, now occupies a fully renovated former Chico’s space of about 6,000 square feet.

Fresh Look for a Classic Brand

The redesign, created with branding firm Harrison, replaces the traditional dark dining room with intimate seating areas, glowing metal accents, curved architectural details and a mix of classic steakhouse touches and contemporary style. A folded metal screen tops a wood‑and‑glass façade, and inside, custom wallpaper inspired by the Texas Hill Country runs from the curved ceiling down the walls and into the restrooms.

Wine, Cocktails and Menu Highlights

The Addison location boasts a curated wine collection of more than 1,200 bottles. On a recent Friday night, the reviewer enjoyed the III Forks Salad with toasted pecans, blue cheese and Granny Smith apples, followed by Prince Edward Island oysters. Drinks included a Strawberry Rose Sidecar and a Maple Old Fashioned made with rye whiskey and barrel‑aged maple syrup.

Executive Chef Chris Vogeli, who has led the kitchen for over two decades, continues to showcase signature steaks. The reviewer’s partner ordered a USDA Prime boneless ribeye with King’s Butter (black truffles and honey) and mashed potatoes, while the reviewer, a vegetarian, chose roasted garlic bucatini primavera with heirloom tomatoes, baby carrots, asparagus, Portobello mushrooms and fire‑roasted red peppers, paired with a 2022 Sauvignon Blanc.

Desserts and New Happy Hour

Dessert options included a New Orleans‑style bread pudding with bourbon pecan sauce, cinnamon ice cream and fresh berries, and a honey‑kissed graham cracker crust with raspberry purée. The restaurant also introduced its first official happy hour, offering half‑price wines by the glass, half‑price Tito’s Martinis and $1‑off raw‑bar oysters from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Continuing a North Texas Tradition

While the new Addison space feels more modern and approachable, III Forks remains built around the elements that made it a regional staple: prime beef, an extensive wine list, craft cocktails and an atmosphere that treats dinner as an occasion. The updated design and happy‑hour pricing aim to attract both longtime patrons and newcomers looking for a refined yet welcoming steakhouse experience.

Original reporting: Local Profile (DFW) — read the source article.