Alfio Longo Brings a Taste of New York to Dallas and More Chef News Down South

In Dallas, New York City’s legendary Le Cirque opens a spinoff called Circo late-May, with Alfio Longo tapped as chef. Ruins arrived in Deep Ellum, drawing inspiration from Mexico and South America for its dishes and cocktails. The Biscuit Bar opened in Plano. Louie King Barbecue is stepping into the shuttered Daddy Jack’s space.

In Nashville, Jason McConnell (Red Pony) went fast-casual with ...