Culinary Dropout in Frisco, TX

Fields West Propco, LP is renovating a 9,473 sq ft shell at 14401 Wentwood Avenue Suite D170 in Frisco to create Culinary Dropout, a single-level restaurant. The project involves a Type I-A construction alteration with an estimated cost of $3,100,000, placing it in the top quarter of renovation costs for Collin County. The scope includes 7,253 gross sq ft of interior space and 2,220 gross sq ft of patio dining, with the interior already complete with a kitchen, bar, and restroom.

Project Scope and Design

Nelsen Partners serves as the design firm of record for this privately funded development on private land. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Andrea P Lacour. The work is classified as a renovation/alteration, transforming the existing shell into a functional dining environment. The total square footage of 9,473 sq ft results in a cost per square foot of $327, which is above the county median of $78 for similar filings. This figure reflects the specific requirements of the restaurant build-out within the larger suite.

The project timeline indicates a construction start in January 2027, with completion targeted for July 2027. This scheduled build window of 179 days is longer than the county median of 92 days for renovation projects. The site is located in Frisco, Texas, within Collin County, specifically in ZIP code 75033. Census estimates for this area show a population of about 50,292 and a median household income of $171,640. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $606,500.

Nelsen Partners has registered six other projects with TDLR, totaling $28,479,014, including locations in Dallas, Houston, Sprouts, and Plano. This project is one of 2,060 renovation/alteration filings registered in Collin County in the last 24 months. The project status is registered with TDLR, and plan review is pending. The estimated cost of $3,100,000 is significantly higher than the median estimated cost of $220,000 for renovation projects in the county.

Location and Market Context

The location at 14401 Wentwood Avenue Suite D170 is part of the Frisco Fields West development. The project is privately funded and intended for private use. The renovation includes specific interior elements such as a kitchen and bar, indicating a full-service restaurant concept. The patio dining area adds 2,220 sq ft of outdoor space, expanding the total guest capacity. The design firm’s involvement ensures compliance with accessibility standards, with Andrea P Lacour registered as the specialist. The construction start date of January 2027 aligns with the projected completion in mid-2027.