Italian eateries plan new locations in Texas, New York and North Carolina

Several restaurant openings and expansions are adding Italian-inspired dining in different U.S. markets. In Frisco, Texas, chef Amy DiBiase and Nack Hospitality plan to open Amy D’s Italian in spring 2027, featuring handmade pasta, wood-grilled dishes and an upstairs lounge. Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley mall is adding Maggiano’s in the former Brio space as part of its redevelopment, while Tony’s Tacos is opening its sixth location in Holbrook, New York, serving Italian-Mexican tacos and adding indoor and outdoor seating with a garage bar. Tony’s Italian Delicatessen has also opened a Spring, Texas, location, offering subs, salads, wraps and catering.