Quick Summary
- Ono Hawaiian BBQ is opening its first-ever Texas location in Plano on July 24, 2026, at 8724 Preston Rd.
- The California-based restaurant is bringing Hawaiian-style BBQ and plate lunches to North Texas, with more DFW locations already planned.
- The Plano restaurant will feature a drive-thru and celebrate opening day with a buy one, get one free promotion.
- According to CultureMap Dallas, Plano is the first of multiple Texas locations, highlighting DFW’s continued appeal for national restaurant expansion.
California’s Ono Hawaiian BBQ Chooses Plano for Its First Texas Restaurant
Another major restaurant brand has selected Plano, Texas for its first location in the Lone Star State, reinforcing what many residents and business leaders already know: North Texas continues to be one of the fastest-growing markets for retail, restaurants, and population growth.
According to CultureMap Dallas, California-based Ono Hawaiian BBQ will officially open its first Texas restaurant on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 8724 Preston Rd. in Plano, taking over a former Chick-fil-A building.
For people living in Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Richardson, Dallas, and throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, this means another nationally recognized dining option is arriving close to home.
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What Is Ono Hawaiian BBQ?
Founded in 2002, Ono Hawaiian BBQ has grown to more than 130 locations across California and Arizona. The Plano restaurant marks the company’s first expansion into Texas.
The restaurant specializes in Hawaiian-style plate lunches, offering freshly grilled meals served with two scoops of rice and macaroni salad.
Menu favorites include:
- BBQ Chicken
- BBQ Beef
- Kalbi Short Ribs
- Island Fire Chicken
- Chicken Katsu
- Seafood plates
- Spam Musubi
According to the company, meals are prepared fresh daily and grilled to order. Plate lunches generally range from $13 to $18.
The Plano restaurant will also include something many Texans appreciate: a drive-thru.
To celebrate its grand opening, Ono Hawaiian BBQ will offer buy one, get one free all day on July 24.
More DFW Locations Are Already Planned
Plano is only the beginning.
According to CultureMap Dallas, Ono Hawaiian BBQ has already announced future restaurants across Dallas-Fort Worth, including:
- Dallas
- Carrollton
- McKinney
- Rowlett
- Wylie
- Hurst
- Haltom City
- Royse City
- Burleson
Each location is expected to offer dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru service.
This rapid expansion shows the company’s confidence in the North Texas market and its long-term growth potential.
My Take as a Dallas Realtor
In my opinion, this is about more than another restaurant opening.
Every year, more national brands choose Plano, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, and other North Texas communities as the location for their first Texas stores. Businesses invest where they see growing populations, strong household incomes, expanding neighborhoods, and long-term economic opportunity.
While a single restaurant does not determine home values, continued commercial investment helps strengthen local communities by creating jobs, expanding dining options, and improving the overall lifestyle that attracts both residents and businesses.
It’s another reminder of why the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex continues to be one of the country’s most watched growth markets.
Final Thoughts
The arrival of Ono Hawaiian BBQ adds another unique dining option for North Texas residents while continuing the trend of national brands choosing DFW for major expansion.
Whether you’re a local foodie, a longtime Plano resident, or someone considering moving to North Texas, this opening is another example of how quickly the region continues to evolve.
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FAQs
When does Ono Hawaiian BBQ open in Plano, Texas?
According to CultureMap Dallas, the restaurant will open on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Where is the new Ono Hawaiian BBQ located?
The first Texas location is opening at 8724 Preston Rd., Plano, Texas, in a former Chick-fil-A building.
What food does Ono Hawaiian BBQ serve?
The restaurant specializes in Hawaiian-style plate lunches, including BBQ chicken, BBQ beef, kalbi short ribs, chicken katsu, seafood, Spam musubi, rice, and macaroni salad.
Are more Ono Hawaiian BBQ restaurants coming to DFW?
Yes. According to CultureMap Dallas, additional locations are planned for Dallas, Carrollton, McKinney, Rowlett, Wylie, Hurst, Haltom City, Royse City, and Burleson.