Exciting News for North Texas BBQ Lovers: Hurtado Barbecue is Coming to Argyle, TX

A Taste of What’s to Come

If you’re in the market for top-tier barbecue with a Tex-Mex twist, get ready: Hurtado Barbecue—widely celebrated in North Texas for its “Mexicue” fusion, is opening its 5th location in the rapidly growing Argyle, Texas (Denton County) in spring 2026. WFAA+2WFAA+2

Here’s what we know so far:

• The new Argyle spot marks the brand’s expansion into Denton County, adding to its existing locations in Arlington, Dallas, Fort Worth and Mansfield. Chron+2WFAA+2

• Owner Brandon Hurtado and his family have strong ties to the Argyle area, coaching youth sports and serving the local community, which adds a personal footprint to the new location. Chron

• The menu will feature fan favourites like brisket tostadas, birria tacos, street corn and the kinds of smoked meats the brand is known for. facebook.com+1

Why This Matters for Argyle & Surrounding Denton-County Communities

As a local realtor with deep roots in Denton County and surrounding North Texas, covering communities like Denton, Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lewisville, Corinth and Argyle, this is a big win for the region:

• Local Economy Boost: The arrival of Hurtado means new jobs, increased traffic, and added vibrancy to Argyle’s Main Street corridor. Chron+1

• Community Lifestyle Perk: For families, young professionals, or anyone choosing to call Argyle home (or relocating within Denton County), access to a high-quality barbecue destination adds lifestyle value, something many local homebuyers care about.

• Regional Appeal: Whether you live in Argyle, Lewisville or Flower Mound, this signals that the north-western fringe of the DFW metro is getting more attention and more destination dining to support a strong local housing market.

What to Watch & Expect

• The target opening timeframe is late March 2026 at 421 U.S. Route 377 in Argyle. Chron+1

• As the build-out progresses, keep an eye on social media announcements from Hurtado Barbecue and local press updates for grand-opening details, soft-opening specials, and community events.

• Locally, this could create some short-term buzz for Argyle real estate, if you’re showing homes nearby, the addition of a popular dining spot may resonate with move-up buyers or families seeking lifestyle amenities.

• For realtors: It’s a fresh talking point in your neighbourhood packet, mentioning new dining-options can help clients visualize living in the area rather than just buying a house.

John & Jennifer Shelby at Shelby Realty Group, are all about hyper-local insight that adds value for our clients in Denton County. This new Hurtado Barbecue location is precisely the sort of community-enhancing development we’re thrilled to spotlight.

📞 If you’d like help finding homes in Argyle, Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lewisville or the broader Denton County area, or want a curated list of newly-opened restaurants and amenities, just let us know.

Thanks for reading!
John & Jennifer Shelby
Shelby Realty Group - Brokered by REAL Broker, LLC
📞 469-586-8998 | 📧 jshelby@shelbyrealtygroup.com