Food

Arlington News April 27, 2026

Arlington Taqueria Fails Recent Health Inspection with Major Violations

In the latest round of city regulatory checks, an Arlington taqueria health inspection resulted in a failing grade for the establishment. The comprehensive review uncovered multiple high-priority violations that demand immediate corrective action. Municipal health officials maintain strict standards to protect public wellbeing, and this recent assessment underscores the rigorous enforcement of local food safety […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News March 4, 2026

From Mid-Century Motel to Upscale Icon: The Rebirth of Arlington’s Caravan Court Hotel

ARLINGTON, Texas — The legendary “DNA” of the 1960s Caravan Motor Hotel is being preserved and elevated through a $50 million redevelopment project. Local entrepreneur Sam Mahrouq, in partnership with the Valencia Hotel Group, is transforming the once-fading motor court into the Caravan Court Hotel, a high-end boutique destination at the corner of Division and […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News December 18, 2025

Mission Arlington Christmas Store Provides Free Gifts to Thousands of Families

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Mission Arlington Christmas Store has entered its most critical week of the year, reporting an unprecedented surge in local families seeking assistance. In just the first 48 hours of operation, the nonprofit organization served approximately 8,000 families, a significant increase from the 6,000 families assisted during the same window in previous […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News December 16, 2025

The Biscuit Bar Closes All Locations Immediately; Blames Landlords and Economic Pressures

ARLINGTON, Texas — The popular North Texas comfort food chain, The Biscuit Bar, has announced the immediate closure of all six of its locations, citing insurmountable financial difficulties. The sudden shutdown affects five restaurants in the DFW Metroplex, including the location in North Arlington. The restaurant, which first opened in 2018, operated locations in Deep […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News November 17, 2025

End of an Era: Beloved Arlington Holiday Landmark Campo Verde to Close After 40+ Years

ARLINGTON, Texas — The lights will officially go out on a North Texas holiday tradition this December. Campo Verde, the Arlington restaurant famed for transforming into a spectacular, all-encompassing Christmas wonderland, will close its doors on Christmas Eve 2025. This marks a bittersweet farewell for the fixture that has been a destination for festive dining […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News August 8, 2025

Bodacious Barbecue Says Farewell to Arlington After 34 Years

Bodacious Barbecue Says Farewell to Arlington After 34 Years In Arlington, a city of 394,000 where barbecue is a way of life, Bodacious Barbecue at 1201 E. Pioneer Pkwy is closing its doors in mid-August 2025 after 34 years, when its food supply runs out. Opened in 1991 by owner Fran Ruegsegger with the blessing […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News July 22, 2025

Arlington ISD’s 2025-26 Free Meals Program: Nourishing Kids, Supporting Families

Arlington ISD’s 2025-26 Free Meals Program: Nourishing Kids, Supporting Families In Arlington, where community and care go hand in hand, the Arlington Independent School District (AISD) is making sure no child goes hungry with its 2025-26 free and reduced-price meals program. Kicking off on July 14, 2025, AISD Food and Nutrition Services is rolling out […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News June 11, 2025

Beloved Tex-Mex Favorite Campo Verde Reopens in Arlington with Festive Flair

Arlington, TX – A cherished North Texas dining destination is back in business. Campo Verde, the iconic Tex-Mex restaurant known for its extravagant Christmas decorations and nostalgic charm, has officially reopened in Arlington under new ownership and with an updated menu. A New Chapter for a Holiday Landmark Campo Verde has long been a local […] Arlington Network …

Arlington News May 29, 2025

Bodacious Bar-B-Q in Arlington to Close After 34 Years of Texas Tradition

Arlington, TX – A beloved piece of Arlington’s culinary and cultural history is preparing to say goodbye. Bodacious Bar-B-Q, a family-run Texas barbecue restaurant operating near AT&T Stadium, has announced it will close its doors this August after 34 years in business. An End of an Era Near a Historic Landmark Located just blocks from […] Arlington Network …