Two new dining establishments are preparing to open their doors in North Texas, bringing fresh options to McKinney and Prosper.
Shorty’s Coney’s & Cocktails is scheduled to open in McKinney on March 16. The restaurant will occupy a historic building on the McKinney square that has stood since 1875, noted as the first non-wood structure in the district. The venue previously housed Snug On The Square.
Owner Bryan McVay describes the project as a long-term goal. His career in the food industry began at age 15 working in a hot dog shop near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He later held executive roles in restaurant accounting and management for companies including Hard Rock Cafe and House of Blues. Fifteen years ago, a position with Front Burner Restaurants brought him to Texas. The concept for Shorty’s developed during a walk through downtown McKinney with his wife during the pandemic, when they observed the vacant building.
McVay intends for the new location to serve as both a family-friendly lunch spot and a late-night venue. He stated that if he could become a restaurant, it would be Shorty’s.
In neighboring Prosper, a second Jimmy John’s location is set to open. The sandwich chain, owned by Inspire Brands, offers made-to-order subs, wraps, and side dishes such as pasta salad and potato salad. The new site will provide additional catering and combo meal options for residents.
