What’s Going There, Arlington? Mama Cuca's, 7 Leaves Café & More

Published on February 11, 2026

By Matthew Boyd, Office of Communication

Curious about what’s being built around Arlington or what new places are opening their doors? The City of Arlington is launching a new video series, “What’s Going There, Arlington?”, to give residents a closer look at new businesses, restaurants, parks and experiences taking shape across the city. Each episode highlights projects that are opening soon, under construction or transforming familiar locations — answering one of Arlington’s most frequently asked questions: "What’s going there?"

The information below comes from City of Arlington records, such as permits and development information, and the details are provided directly by the businesses. As timelines and plans can change, we always recommend checking with the business for the most up-to-date information.

The first episode features a mix of recently opened favorites and exciting projects on the way.

Mama Cuca’s

200 E. Front St. | Urban Union, Downtown Arlington
Mama Cuca’s opened Thursday, Feb. 4, bringing bold, authentic Mexican flavors to the Urban Union district in Downtown Arlington. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and crave-worthy dishes, Mama Cuca’s adds another locally owned dining option to the growing Downtown food scene.

The Original Roy Hutchins Barbeque

1600 E. Copeland Road
A Texas barbecue staple is coming to East Arlington. The Original Roy Hutchins Barbequewill open a new location in the former Texas Land & Cattle building just off Interstate 30 in March 2026. The new location will serve the restaurant’s signature smoked meats and classic sides, continuing a long-standing North Texas barbecue tradition.

Caravan Court Hotel

205 N. Collins St.
Set to open in May 2026, Caravan Court Hotel will bring boutique hospitality to the Entertainment District. Part of the Valencia Hotel Collection, the hotel will offer a retro-inspired design with modern amenities, adding a new lodging option near Arlington’s entertainment, sports and cultural destinations.

DICK’S House of Sport

Parks Mall at Arlington
DICK’S House of Sport, a new anchor at the Parks Mall at Arlington, is expected to open this summer. The two-story store will feature approximately 120,000 square feet of retail and experience space, transforming the former Sears location into an interactive sports destination.

In-store experiences will include a climbing wall, multiple golf bays equipped with TrackMan™ simulators, HitTrax™ multi-sport cages for baseball, softball, soccer and more, as well as an outdoor field. When it opens, the Arlington location will be one of only five DICK’S House of Sport stores in Texas and one of just 36 nationwide.

Al Rollins Park

3311 SW Green Oaks Blvd.
Located next to the Southwest Branch Library, Al Rollins Park is a new neighborhood park scheduled to open by the end of summer 2026. The park will expand outdoor recreation options in Southwest Arlington and provide a welcoming green space for families and visitors.

Chipotle

1537 W. Randol Mill Rd.
A new Chipotle location is set to open Feb. 25 and will include a drive-thru for convenient pickup. The restaurant will offer its popular made-to-order burritos, bowls and salads, adding another fast-casual dining option in the area.

7 Leaves Café and McDonald’s

1430 S. Cooper St. and 4801 W. Pioneer Pkwy.
A new two-suite building at 1430 S. Cooper St. will soon welcome 7 Leaves Café, known for its specialty teas and handcrafted drinks. Meanwhile, a new McDonald’s is coming to 4801 W. Pioneer Parkway.

Stay tuned for future episodes highlighting growth and development throughout the city.