From the shuttering of 50-year-old sandwich shops to the loss of iconic sports bars, here is the state of the Texas tavern landscape as of March 2026.
The Major Closures: March 2026
The first week of March has seen a flurry of activity as operators across the “Texas Triangle” grapple with skyrocketing commercial rents and security concerns.
1. New York Subs (Highland Park, Dallas)
In a move that marks the end of a half-century era, New York Subs is officially closing its doors this month. Located across from the SMU campus, this tavern-style sandwich shop has been a fixture for 53 years. The owners confirmed the closure is final,…..