Canada’s CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market To Open First U.S. Location in Dallas

CRAFT's first U.S. location—featuring more than 100 beers on tap "including local Texas brews"—is coming to Dallas' Preston Center. In 2019, its founder, PJ L’Heureux, partnered with Tom Gaglardi, owner of the Dallas Stars and the Moxies Restaurants, setting the stage for expansion into the U.S. market.

Canadian restaurant company CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market has announced that its first U.S. location will open in early 2026 in Dallas’ Preston Center.

“We’ve always believed that the road to our success is through the connections we build with the communities we are part of. Dallas is a natural fit for CRAFT. Our large restaurant footprint, commitment to local products, and dedication to community are what Texas is all about,” CRAFT Founder PJ L’Heureux said in a statement. “Texas and specifically the Preston area of Dallas, with its booming economy, diverse culture, and love for craft cocktails and beer, is the perfect place for us to begin this exciting new chapter.”

The local CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market will be located at 5974 W. Northwest Hwy.

Rendering of the patio of the CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market Dallas location [Image: CNW Group/CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market]

CRAFT is known for its vibrant atmosphere, selection of craft beers, and innovative food and cocktail menus and is bringing its signature community-focused restaurant concept to Dallas. It said the flagship U.S. location will feature more than 100 beers on tap—”including local Texas brews”—along with cocktails, wine, and a fresh, globally inspired menu of scratch-made dishes.

In 2019, L’Heureux, partnered with Tom Gaglardi, owner of the Dallas Stars and the Moxies Restaurants.

That collaboration set the stage for CRAFT’s expansion into the U.S. market, the company said. With Gaglardi’s extensive business experience, deep understanding of the market, and strong community ties, Dallas emerged as the ideal choice for CRAFT’s first U.S. location, the company said.

Dallas restaurant features

CRAFT said its Dallas location will be a “state-of-the-art” 10,500-square-foot space designed in partnership with Canadian boutique interior design firm Way of Normal and local Texas firm ID Studio 4.

The company said customers can anticipate a modern yet welcoming interior, featuring warm woods, industrial accents, and a massive 360-degree bar as its center. The space also will include a 5,250 square-foot rooftop patio, complete with a full bar, cozy booth seating, lush greenery, and a games area, offering the perfect atmosphere for both casual gatherings and special celebrations.

CRAFT said the space is designed to host groups of all sizes, whether it’s an outing with friends, a team get-together, or a large corporate event.

The company said that sustainability continues to be a core value for CRAFT. The new location will incorporate energy-efficient technologies and locally sourced materials into its design, CRAFT said. Also, the restaurant will support the local community by partnering with Texas-based breweries and Texas food suppliers to showcase the best of the region’s flavors.

The first step in U.S. expansion

“What I love most about CRAFT is the opportunity to work with local food and beverage suppliers to create unique menus and partnerships in each of the communities we are in,” CRAFT President Scott Frank said in a statement.

The expansion into the U.S. aligns with the company’s mission to connect people through great food, drinks, and experiences, CRAFT said.

The Dallas opening is the first step in CRAFT’s broader plans to establish a strong presence in key American cities over the next decade, the company said.

“CRAFT has always been about bringing people together, and we’re thrilled to share our passion for craft beer, exceptional dining, and community building with our friends in the Texas market,” L’Heureux said.


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