Swingers Shutdown?

Operator of alleged Arlington home-turned-swingers club won't be stopped

An alleged home-turned-swingers club in Arlington has the neighbors and the city in a twist. On January 28, the City of Arlington sent a cease-and-desist letter to homeowners James and Mary Self and “interested parties” David and Shannon Esopenko, who lease the house at 2429 N. Cooper St. for their Eutopia DFW parties.

According to the Eutopia website, it’s “a new and exciting venue that is completely different than anything you’ve experienced!” The Esopenkos have been throwing house parties since May.

The city asserts that the business violates zoning and goes on to list the 20-plus reasons why — including lack of residential occupancy (the Esopenkos don’t live there but plan to move in, David told USA Today); regular operating hours (8:30 pm-3 am on weekends); and “flat rate donations” of $80 for couples and single men and $20 for single women. Candy’s Dirt, which published the photos in the slideshow above, reports the expansive contemporary home, built in 1973, has four bedrooms, four full and one half bath, three living areas, two dining areas and a pool.

“We don’t consider ourselves a business,” Esopenko told the Dallas Morning News. “We don’t have employees, We don’t take people’s money. We take suggested donations, which people put in an envelope without their names on it and it goes in a box. If they think that constitutes a business we’re in trouble in this country.”

Arlington spokesperson Jay Warren told the DMN it isn’t a morality concern. “There isn’t any criminal activity,” he said. “It doesn’t comply with the zoning codes for that area. This is a business. It could be any business, frankly, but if it it’s a business, that does not meet the code. So we had to take action.”

“This is a sexually oriented swingers’ club in my neighborhood,” neighbor Jon Vecchio told USA Today. “We don’t want it here.”

Esopenko told the Arlington Voice he thinks a competitor, Lucky’s Clubhouse, is to blame for the hubbub. He plans to appeal to the zoning board.

There's an alleged swingers club operating at 2429 N. Cooper St. in Arlington.

Photo via Candy's Dirt

There's an alleged swingers club operating at 2429 N. Cooper St. in Arlington.

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Mixed Use News

West Grove center in McKinney signs on slew of new restaurants

Whole Foods Market flagship store in Austin

Photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market

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A mixed-use center coming soon to McKinney has already lined up more than a dozen tenants: According to a release, West Grove, a new development at the intersection of US-380 and North Custer Road has signed on a supermarket, a coffee shop, ice cream shop, and a Chick-fil-A.

West Grove is from De La Vega Capital and Development and designed through a public-private partnership with the city of McKinney. It'll span more than 500,000 square feet and be a walkable mix of retail, restaurants, and entertainment options, as well as 420 residential units, 55,000 square feet of office space, and two acres of green space, with a 2-acre park, plus open-air spaces, lively outdoor decks, lush landscaping, and thoughtful lighting details, that sounds intriguing.

West Grove will be anchored by Whole Foods Market, which broke ground in November 2024. The center is scheduled to open in 2025. Miraculously, the Chick-fil-A opened in March.

Without further ado, the businesses making their West Grove debut include:

Food & Beverage

Whole Foods Market. A 45,082-square-foot Whole Foods Market will anchor West Grove.

Oak & Stone. A modern eatery specializing in wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, and artisanal dishes made from freshly sourced ingredients. This will be the first Oak & Stone location in Texas.

Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A opened at West Grove in March 2024.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Japan chain is a unique revolving sushi bar experience where customers can select dishes from a conveyor belt. The West Grove location will be the first Kura Sushi in McKinney.

Keke’s Breakfast Cafe. This breakfast chain is the Denny's sibling known for its breakfast and lunch. This will be their first location in McKinney.

Velvet Taco. Dallas fast-casual chain specializing in globally inspired tacos will open its first McKinney location at West Grove.

Sweet Paris Crêperie. Originally from Houston, Sweet Paris specializes in crêpes, waffles, and other French-inspired dishes. This is their first location in McKinney.

Chipotle. Popular fast-casual chain specializing in customizable burritos, tacos and bowls, Chipotle has a strong presence not only nationwide but also in McKinney.

La La Land Kind Cafe. Quickly-growing Dallas coffee shop chain is dedicated to supporting and creating opportunities for youth and individuals in need. This will be the first La La Land in McKinney.

Paciugo Gelato. Founded in Dallas, Paciugo is the Italian-inspired gelato shop offering a variety of handcrafted flavors. The West Grove location is an anticipated addition to McKinney, making it the only active Paciugo in the area.

Health & Beauty

Sephora. Largest prestige beauty omni-retailer in the U.S. and Canada offers a wide range of high-end makeup, skincare, hair, and fragrance products. This will be the first stand-alone full-service location in McKinney.

Orange Twist. California-based med spa specializing in non-invasive aesthetic treatments like body sculpting and skin rejuvenation. This will be Orange Twist’s first location in McKinney.

Reformed Pilates. Boutique Pilates studio offering reformer-based classes focused on strength, flexibility, and overall wellness. This will be the first Reformed Pilates studio in McKinney.

Services

Resort Nail Spa. Luxury nail spa offering premium manicure and pedicure services, dedicated to creating a relaxing and affordable experience. Originating in Dallas, this will be the first Resort Nail Spa location in McKinney.

Chewy Vet Care. Chewy Vet Care is a branch of the popular online pet retailer Chewy, providing veterinary services for pets. This facility is one of the first Chewy Vet Care locations in Texas, alongside one in Fort Worth.

PNC Bank. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PNC Bank is one of the largest financial services groups in the U.S.

“We’re excited to continue expanding West Grove with a diversified selection of tenants that complement our vision for the development,” said De La Vega President and CEO Artemio De La Vega. “West Grove is a space where people can gather, connect and enjoy experiences that enrich their daily lives.”

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