Irving-based Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is opening its newest location in Sugar Land near Houston called Fuzzy’s Tacos and Margs on Monday, June 16.

Located at 1912 Wescott Ave No. 250, the restaurant marks a new offering for the brand — born in Fort Worth — by debuting a fresh dining experience with full-service hospitality, digital innovations, and a menu refresh.

“We’re excited to pilot this new model that puts hospitality front and center while simplifying the overall experience for our guests,” Fuzzy’s President Patrick Kirk said in a statement. “Sugar Land is helping us find that sweet spot between fast casual and full-service, with a streamlined menu, bold new taco creations, and a margarita lineup that puts our bar front and center.”

Fuzzy’s said it will give away Free Tacos for a Year to the first 50 guests in line on opening day. Additionally, the first 100 guests will also receive a free Fuzzy’s Taco Shop T-shirt.

‘The future of Fuzzy’s’

The Sugar Land restaurant is a departure from other locations. Unlike traditional Fuzzy’s locations where guests order at the counter and collect their food at a pickup window, the Sugar Land restaurant will offer tableside service, the company said.

Guests will be welcomed to take a seat and a “Tacotender” will come take their orders.

The new location also introduces Fuzzy’s refreshed menu, with a strategic focus on tacos, both new and fan-favorites. Diners can enjoy the Texas Brisket Taco, the Cali-Style Steak Taco, and the Sonora Relleno for a delicious fried poblano pepper for a vegetarian option. Other highlights include Ultimate Nachos and the option to combo any tacos together for more variety and value, Fuzzy’s said.

New beverages introduced in Sugar Land feature cocktails such as the Paloma ‘Rita, dunked with a bottle of grapefruit Jarritos, Watermelon ‘Rita, and frozen creations such as the Fuzz Driver and Double Rum Daiquiri.

The Sugar Land location is owned by the NGE group and operated by brothers Miro and Andrew Nazarian. The NGE group has signed an agreement to open three Fuzzy’s locations by the end of 2025, the company said.

“Houston is a vibrant, dynamic city and we can’t wait to bring Fuzzy’s back to the community and become part of its DNA,” said Miro Nazarian said in a statement. “This new Sugar Land restaurant represents our shared vision for what the future of Fuzzy’s can be: more hospitality, more flavor, and more fun. We’re excited to grow the brand and introduce more Texans to the Fuzzy’s experience.”

The restaurant will be open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and Friday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop was founded in 2003 in Fort Worth and it offers flavorful tacos, margaritas, and fun times, the company said.

Fuzzy’s operates 115 restaurants across 15 states, including one company-owned location in Texas. Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is franchised by affiliates of Pasadena, Calif.-based Dine Brands Global Inc.

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