Texas T-Bone Steakhouse in Kearney, (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today)
KEARNEY — The brand-new Texas T-Bone location in south Kearney is aiming to open in mid-October.
Rey Lopez, the owner and manager of the Texas T-Bone, said the restaurant, located in the Younes Hospitality Complex, hopes to open their doors by mid-October.
Lopez said they are waiting on paperwork regarding the liquor license, but once that has been secured, they plan to open to the public.
“Chief Construction is excited to bring Texas T-Bone Steakhouse to life at 204 11th Ave in Kearney, Nebraska. Built for Younes Hospitality, this 6,600-square-foot restaurant is officially on the way and slated to open Fall 2026,” Chief Construction stated in a social media post.
Talmadge Jam, LLC, was approved for TIF financing for the construction of the one-story restaurant building located just south of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce and east of the SportsPlex.
Texas T-Bone has been located in Grand Island since 1996, it was the second location of the chain that was first founded in Colorado Springs, Colo in 1994. Other locations include Hutchison, Kan.
Lopez has been a part owner for 14 years and in 2024 took over full ownership of the Grand Island location with his wife.
Texas T-Bone offers a variety of steaks including T-Bone, ribeye, New York strip, sirloin and mignon. Other offerings include create your own salad, homemade coleslaw, burgers, sandwiches, barbeque and a number of appetizers.
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