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Polished new sports bar restaurant brings some real moxie to Plano

Here's some steak in your eye.

Photo courtesy of Moxie's

The glossy Canadian sports-bar restaurant Moxie's Grill & Bar has opened its third location in the U.S. and it's right here in North Texas. Yeehaw.

More specifically, it's in Plano, at 8451 Parkwood Blvd., next to the Sandman Signature Hotel, which a spokesperson says will be opening in the next few weeks. Moxie's and the hotel are both owned by Tom Gaglardi, proprietor of the Dallas Stars.

Moxie's is now open for brunch, lunch, and dinner. After the hotel opens, Moxie's will open for breakfast hours as well. But for the time being, it's opening at 11 am.

This location follows the original that debuted in 2016 as part of an ongoing renovation of the The Crescent, the office, hotel, and retail complex in Uptown Dallas. A second location landed in Houston in early 2018, where the concept is said to enjoy tremendous success.

Moxie's menu features classic dishes and items with a creative twist created by executive chef Brandon Thordarson. Highlights include sushi cones with tempura shrimp, fresh avocado, pea shoots, nori crisps, and sesame chili ponzu; red Thai curry bowl with stir-fried veggies, jasmine rice, and curry-buttered naan; and potstickers.

Main dishes include Prime steaks from third-generation butcher Lone Star Meats; fish dishes such as blackened mahi mahi; and the popular chipotle mango chicken.

Cocktails include an avocado gimlet with rosemary- and olive-infused gin, avocado, simple syrup, and lime; and a strawberry ghost pepper margarita with ghost pepper-infused tequila, strawberry, orange, and lime.

Moxie's will host a weekend brunch featuring pancetta and white cheddar benedicts with pancetta bacon, hollandaise, hash browns, and fresh fruit; and Sicilian sausage hash with poached eggs, hollandaise, rosti potatoes, and multigrain toast.

Beverages include pomegranate beet soda with cucumber, cranberry juice, and sparkling water; and the signature Caesar with vodka, clamato, and housemade pickled veggie skewer.

The restaurant has an open kitchen, intimate booths, high-top tables, and a lounge area with numerous televisions. Also a patio. A patio is a must.

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Fro Yo News

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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