A Dallas landmark and 63 years of Tex Mex tradition, Tupinamba’s is coming to Frisco at The Shops at Starwood located at the Dallas North Tollway and Lebanon Road.
— Chain Leader, 3/23/2010 10:33:17 AM
PRESS RELEASE: (FRISCO, TEXAS) – MARCH 22, 2010 — A Dallas landmark and 63 years of Tex Mex tradition, Tupinamba’s is coming to Frisco at The Shops at Starwood located at the Dallas North Tollway and Lebanon Road. Frisco diners will find the same quality and traditional recipes of Tupinamba’s at this new location which will be named Tupy’s – a nod to the original location and youthful play on words which reflects this location’s contemporary look. Owner, Jeff Dominquez is the grandson of Tupinamba’s founder bringing three generations of experience to Frisco. It is generally believed that both Tex Mex style nachos and the sour cream enchilada were introduced to Dallas by the Dominguez family.
This is a significant win for The Shops at Starwood as the chosen site for the Tupinamba brand to expand into Collin County. Like the many other retailers recently added; Pappagallo’s Classique, Pierce Hardware and Ginny’s Underworld, they have all chosen to join the award-winning tenants of The Shops at Starwood to become part of this shopping center’s fast growing reputation as the place for a unique retail and dining experience.
“We believe Frisco is need of an authentic Tex Mex restaurant like Tupinamba’s. Frisco is a family-oriented area of growth that appeals to us and The Shops at Starwood offers a beautiful shopping center in a convenient and desirable location for our new customers,” states Jeff Dominquez, owner of Tupy’s. “Our family is confident this new location will be become a tradition like our home in Dallas and Frisco will embrace the Tupy’s brand,” continues Dominguez.
The nearly five thousand square foot location will offer a family-friendly dining room, full bar and patio. The look will reflect a Spanish and Mediterranean influence with authentic Mexican-style fixtures, warm colors and inviting space. The recipes will mirror the classics found at the Dallas location with chef specials on occasion. Tupinamba favorites include Cozumel, West Texas and Mexican Flag enchiladas, 12th Man, Trinos Mexico City Tacos, Big Boy J.T.’s Pescado Bravo, Gordo’s Gallina en Crema along with the collection of signature margaritas such as the Tupy Gold, Tupy Swirl, Tupy Meltdown and Tupy Topshelf. Their Tupinamba’s is known for its comfortable atmosphere and a place where families come together to gather, share and celebrate.
“The Shops at Starwood welcomes Tupy’s to Frisco. Their rich Dallas history and success will bring another marquee restaurant to the already successful group of family-owned businesses in our center and the Frisco community ,” states Kirk Hermansen, developer of The Shops at Starwood. “The addition of a Tex Mex concept will solidify The Shops at Starwood as a dining destination where people find one of kind concepts and authentic environments,” continues Hermansen.
The lease was brokered in partnership between Real Street Properties and SRS Real Estate Partners.
Tupy’s is expected to open in Summer 2010.