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Ready to Bowl

Healthy bowl and smoothie chain Grain & Berry returns to Highland Village

Luciana Gomez
Jul 30, 2026 | 10:31 am
Grain & Berry bowl

A delicious-looking bowl from Grain & Berry.

Photo courtesy of Grain & Berry

A fast-casual chain specializing in açaí bowls and smoothies is making a comeback with local owners in Highland Village: Grain & Berry will reopen at 3196 FM 407, Ste. 203 in The Marketplace at Highland Village on Friday, July 31.

According to a release, the location has new local ownership from Denton County residents Danish Lakhani and Shahrukh Lakhani, who also own businesses in Flower Mound and Little Elm.

Founded in 2017 in Florida, Grain & Berry centers on health-conscious fare including açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices, grain bowls, avocado toast, chopped salads, and other grab-and-go meals. The chain says its bowls are made with organic Grade A açaí imported from Brazil and menu items are free of artificial additives and added sugars. They offer also customizable choices for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets.

Highlights of the menu include:

Grain & Berry A wrap from Grain & Berry.Photo courtesy of Grain & Berry

  • The Grain & Berry: The signature bowl layered with strawberries, blueberries, banana, granola, coconut, peanut butter, and Nutella.
  • Healthy Elvis: Chocolate protein smoothie blended with banana, honey, almond milk, and peanut butter.
  • Beat The Heat: Cold-pressed blend of beet, apple, ginger, cayenne, and lemon juice.
  • Cluck-n-Roll: Chicken salad with romaine, croutons, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing.
  • Go Fig or Go Home: Sweet-and-savory flatbread topped with fig spread, brie, apples, arugula, and balsamic glaze.

Guests can also build their own bowls, juices, and smoothies, or transform any salad into a wrap.

The Highland Village shop features an open prep counter where customers can watch bowls, smoothies, and juices being assembled.

The Highland Village location first opened in May 2025, but notably is now reopening under local ownership by the Lakhanis.

Co-owner Danish Lakhani says they were drawn to the brand's focus on high-quality ingredients and wanted to bring a healthy dining option back to the community.

“We immediately connected with the mission of the brand and its commitment to high-quality ingredients,” Danish Lakhani says in the release. “That inspired us to bring the Grain & Berry experience to Highland Village and create a place where healthy eating feels approachable and enjoyable. We hope every guest leaves feeling a little healthier, a little happier, and excited to come back.”

Grain & Berry will be open daily from 9 am-9 pm.

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Namkeen makes Texas debut in Plano with Pakistani twist on hot chicken

Luciana Gomez
Jul 29, 2026 | 2:02 pm
Namkeen's Nashville-style hot chicken infused with authentic Pakistani spices.
Photo courtesy of Namkeen.
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A fast-casual chain specializing in Nashville hot chicken with a South Asian twist is making its Texas debut in Plano: Namkeen will open this fall at 521 Coit Rd., Suite 130, at the Beacon Square mixed-use development at the northwest corner of Coit Road and President George Bush Turnpike.

Founded in 2020, Namkeen has locations in New York, New Jersey, Georgia, and Canada. The company launched franchising this year, and the Plano restaurant will be its first in Texas.

The franchise is owned by Plano resident Mohammed Shaikh, who says he wanted to bring the concept to the city after discovering it in New Jersey. He says he was struck by both the food and the community surrounding the brand and felt it would be an exciting addition to the North Texas dining scene.

"We are local to Plano, and as residents, we wanted to invest back into the community that we love and that has given us so much warmth," Shaikh says. "Plano has a welcoming, diverse, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it the perfect place to bring our restaurant."

The restaurant's name means "savory" in Urdu. Its signature menu centers on crispy, buttermilk-brined hot chicken seasoned with a proprietary blend of Pakistani spices, including cayenne and cumin.

Namkeen Namkeen's take on the classic melt, packed with seasoned chicken and paired with fries.Photo courtesy of Namkeen

The menu features traditional Nashville, Maple, and Buffalo chicken tenders, bites, and sandwiches. Guests can select their desired heat level — ranging from naked and mild to medium and hot — or opt for tikka-seasoned, roasted variations.

Additional offerings include smash burgers, chicken and waffles, cheese melts, and loaded fries topped with masala seasonings.

Entrees start at $9, with complete meals priced between $13 and $16. For dessert, Namkeen serves rose-infused gulabi and Nutella waffles for $9.

“We are excited not only to serve great food, but also to build relationships, support local events, and give back wherever we can,” Shaikh says.

The opening date is TBD in fall 2026, as construction wraps up at Beacon Square. Namkeen will join other tenants of the 83-acre, mixed-use development, including Stella Ice Cream, Sleek Crêperie Café, and Livewell Animal Hospital.

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