James Beard Award semifinalist Chef Olivia López and Jonathan Percival are set to open Olōyō in Dallas this week!
Opening on Tuesday, May 26, Olōyō is an intimate 23-seat restaurant at 4422 Gaston Ave. in Old East Dallas that showcases a modern, sustainable approach to Mexican gastronomy.
Translating to “corn of the cob”, Olōyō symbolizes connection and community. The permanent brick-and-mortar spot evolves from the duo’s acclaimed culinary pop-ups, focusing heavily on heirloom corn masa, sustainable seafood, and produce sourced directly from Texas ranches.
The kitchen debuts with a rotating à la carte menu featuring Rosewood Ranches Wagyu brisket sopes, enmoladas mole dulce de Colima, and grilled vermillion snapper, with a structured chef’s tasting menu arriving later.
Beverage Director Jose Gonzalez directs the technique-driven drink program, using regional spirits and layered flavor profiles to craft cocktails like the tequila-and-hibiscus Jefa and a horchata-inspired rum drink called Agua Picada.
Set inside a 101-year-old historic building, the elevated space highlights authentic Mexican artwork, custom artisan ceramics, and hand-blown Oaxacan glassware.
“We designed Olōyō to be a space where guests can fully engage all their senses, discover new flavors, and connect with the stories behind the food,” said López in a press release. “From hand-pressed tortillas to the flavors on the plate, every dish is meant to make people feel a deep sense of home.”
Olōyō opens at 4422 Gaston Ave. on Tuesday, May 26. Visitors will be able to make reservations via Resy on May 30.
A casual neighborhood counterpart, Molino Olōyō, arrives next door later this year to serve everyday standout Mexican dishes like Wagyu suadero tacos and churros.
