Olive Garden to Open New Tomball Location at The Grand at 249 in 2026
A household name in casual Italian dining, Olive Garden is preparing to bring its warm hospitality and beloved menu to the Tomball community. The restaurant chain has officially broken ground at 27651 Tomball Parkway, part of the bustling new retail hub known as The Grand at 249. The estimated $3.5 million construction project began in late January 2026 and is expected to be completed by mid-August 2026.
The 7,828-square-foot full-service Olive Garden will feature a fresh build complete with a new parking lot, landscaping, and utilities. It marks another big-name addition to The Grand at 249, a 65-acre mixed-use development strategically located at the intersection of Highway 249 and the Grand Parkway (SH 99). The Grand at 249 continues to attract major brands thanks to its proximity to high-growth residential communities such as Magnolia, Cypress, Spring, and Tomball.
For fans of the Olive Garden experience, the upcoming Tomball location will bring all the favorites: freshly baked breadsticks, house-made soups, endless salad bowls, and hearty entrees like Chicken Alfredo, Tour of Italy, and Five Cheese Ziti al Forno. The restaurant is known for providing generous portions, a family-friendly atmosphere, and classic Italian-American dishes.
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Olive Garden, a part of the Darden Restaurants family, operates more than 900 locations worldwide. The brand emphasizes affordability and comfort, offering both dine-in and takeout service. Its expansion into Tomball marks a continued commitment to serving growing suburban communities with strong residential and commercial development.
The Grand at 249 is also home to or planning locations for Tony C’s Pizza & Beer Garden, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Gringo’s Tex-Mex, Portillo’s, and Black Bear Diner — making it a true dining and shopping destination for families and visitors throughout northwest Houston.
As construction progresses, local foodies and Olive Garden loyalists alike can look forward to a new go-to for weeknight dinners, Sunday lunches, and everything in between — all without leaving Tomball.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
