Beefed Up in Frisco

Arizona steakhouse dares to tackle Texas with outlet at booming Frisco center

Steak 48 is Arizona's version of a steakhouse.

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An Arizona steakhouse is attempting entree into Texas. Steak 48, a restaurant concept from brothers Michael and Jeffrey Mastro, is headed for Wade Park, the massive development under construction in Frisco.

Steak 48 — so named because Arizona was the 48th state admitted to the Union — represents a next step for the chain, which debuted as Steak 44 in Phoenix in 2014. Frisco will be the second Texas branch; the first opens in Houston in the spring.

The menu features steaks, a raw bar, and fresh seafood. Unique appetizers include ahi poke and burrata with grilled stone fruit. Peaches? They must mean peaches. Or maybe apricots? Can't be cherries. Too small to grill.

Sides include a double baked truffle potato, asparagus fries, and corn crème brûlée. From the bar will come classic cocktails and an extensive wine list.

Jeffrey and Michael, along with their father, Dennis Mastro, and partner Scott Troilo, have created several steaky concepts, including Mastro's Steakhouse and Mastro's Ocean Club (which they sold in 2007), and Dominick's Steakhouse, which opened in Scottsdale in 2011.

Steak 48 will open in 2017 as part of phase one of Wade Park, the 175-acre, $1.6 billion upscale mixed-use development at Dallas North Tollway and Lebanon Road. Also in that phase is Hotel ZaZa, plus a vast selection of retail, restaurants, entertainment venues, and office space.

Phase II, slated to open in 2018, will feature a luxury Langham Hotels & Resorts hotel, residential, and additional office space.

Stan Thomas, president and CEO of developer Thomas Land & Development, calls the complex DFW's next great shopping destination. "We're particularly proud of the extraordinary lineup of tenants," he says.

That also includes Tyler's, an athletic apparel store founded in Tyler in 1978, which will open its fourth Dallas-Fort Worth branch in Frisco. The store will feature nearly 17,000 square feet of athletic and lifestyle apparel, footwear, eyewear, and accessories.

Previously announced tenants at Wade Park include Whole Foods Market, iPic Theaters, Pinstripes Bowling, Bocce Bistro, The Rustic, Yard House, Thirteen Pies, Steel City Pops, Torchy's Tacos, Bread Zeppelin, Arhaus, Sur La Table, Paper Source, MiniLuxe, Blo Blow Dry Bar, and Lash Lounge.

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Healthy dual restaurant serving smoothies and froyo to open in Prosper

Red Mango

Smoothies and frozen yogurt are coming to Prosper with two restaurants in one: Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and co-branded Red Mango will open at 1470 W. Frontier Pkwy. #102, on May 17.

On the Smoothie Kitchen side, they'll serve smoothies, juices, fruit power bowls, toasts, and grilled sandwich folds.

On the Red Mango side, they'll serve frozen yogurt with a self-serve model featuring four flavors, two additional swirl combinations, and 13 toppings.

Smoothie Factory was founded in the 1980s; Red Mango was founded in Dallas in 2007 had has 60 locations in the U.S. and internationally. The concepts are siblings — both part of the franchise portfolio of Dallas-based franchising company Brix Holdings, LLC.

Bringing the concept to Prosper are franchisees Lanford and Chianna Rodgers. Lanford is a former Illinois state trooper and independent insurance business owner, and Chiana is a financial advisor.

Together, they’re looking to offer a healthy and welcoming experience to a growing city.

“My professional career has changed over the years, but the one thing that unifies my experience is my purpose to help, support and build a community with new people,” says Chianna. “As I begin my journey as a small business owner and we open our doors to the Prosper community, I’m dedicated to leading a team that feels supported and is passionate about serving high-quality products and creating an unforgettable customer experience.”

Customers who show up on opening day can expect promotions, giveaways, prizes, and activities.

”The opening of the new Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango location is one of many of our continuous efforts to provide better-for-you options to our guests by increasing access to healthy and delicious options in our communities,” says BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas in a statement. “Lanford is a passionate and dedicated owner with a team ready to make a positive impact and change the lives of their guests with fresh food, quality service, and a seamless customer experience. I’m confident that this location will be a Prosper neighborhood staple.”

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