It’s a sad day for the budget-conscious health nuts of North Texas. Salad and Go, the drive-thru sensation known for its $8 salads and $1.50 cold brews, has officially announced it is closing all remaining Dallas-Fort Worth locations and exiting the state of Texas entirely.
The news comes as a shock to fans who relied on the chain for a quick, nutritious alternative to typical fast food. Here is everything you need to know about the sudden “Salad-exit.”
The Final Goodbye
If you’ve been craving one last Cobb salad or a jalapeño cheddar wrap, the clock is ticking. The company confirmed that its final day of operations in North Texas will be Sunday, January 11, 2026.
This final wave involves closing the remaining 25 locations across DFW, as well as seven spots in Oklahoma. It follows a massive retreat back in September 2025, when the brand pulled out of Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
Why is Salad and Go Leaving?
Despite its popularity, CEO Mike Tattersfield—who took the helm in 2025—stated that the company needs to “refocus on strengthening core operations” in its home turf of Arizona and Nevada.
The brand is also packing up its corporate bags; the headquarters is moving from Coppell, Texas, back to Arizona. Analysts suggest the rapid expansion into Texas may have been “flawed,” leading to operational strain and a need to consolidate back to where the brand first found its footing.
The Full List of Closings (Last Call: Jan 11)
Check below to see if your local go-to is on the list of closures:
- Dallas: Ross Ave, Marsh Ln, Lemmon Ave
- Fort Worth: Blue Mound Rd, Diaz Ave
- Plano: Coit Rd
- Frisco: Preston Rd
- Arlington: N Cooper St, S Cooper St
- Additional spots in: Addison, Carrollton, Euless, Fairview, Farmers Branch, Fate, Grand Prairie, Hurst, McKinney, Mesquite, Prosper, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, and Watauga.
What Happens Next?
While the tiny, 750-square-foot buildings will soon sit empty, they likely won’t stay that way for long. These locations are prime real estate for other drive-thru concepts, so don’t be surprised if a coffee kiosk or a new “express” eatery pops up in their place by summer.
As for Salad and Go, the CEO did leave a glimmer of hope for the future, stating that the company “intends to return when the time is right.” Until then, DFW will have to find its “cheap and healthy” fix elsewhere.