Beloved island-inspired brand expands in North Texas with new shop in growing city
Celina, TX (RestaurantNews.com) Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food is bringing the flavor of the Aloha State to Celina with the opening of its first restaurant in the city. The new location introduces its signature Hawaiian plate lunches and family?friendly vibe to one of North Texas’ fastest-growing communities, marking the brand’s 12th restaurant in the state and 78th systemwide.
Located at 3505 S Preston Rd., the location sits across the street from Lowe’s Home Improvement and next to Christian Brothers Automotive, making it a convenient stop for families, workers and residents traveling along the busy Preston Road corridor.
The soft-opening Friends & Ohana celebration begins on Thursday, March 19. The event is open to the public and features lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The festivities will continue with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner from 6–8 p.m. Guests will get to enjoy a free mini plate and drink, grab some swag, and sample additional treats such as spam musubi while getting an early taste of the island?inspired menu at both the lunch and dinner events.
Mo’ Bettahs will officially open its doors to the community on Friday, March 20.
Founded by brothers Kimo and Kalani Mack, the brand has built a loyal following by sharing the flavors and traditions of their home culture in a family?forward environment centered around fresh food, community and the spirit of aloha.
“Mo’ Bettahs has always been about bringing people together over great food and genuine hospitality,” said Kimo Mack. “Celina is a community that truly values ohana and creating memories with friends and family, and we’re excited to serve this neighborhood for years to come.”
The restaurant will be open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering dine?in and takeout options for guests looking to enjoy classic Hawaiian dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Guests can also join the Makana Rewards program to begin earning points with every purchase, receive a free mini plate after their first visit, and unlock future perks, including birthday treats and exclusive offers.
To learn more, view the full menu or place an order, visit MoBettahs.com.
About Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food
Mo’ Bettahs was founded in Bountiful, Utah, in 2008 by Kimo and Kalani Mack with a goal of providing guests with an authentic Hawaiian island barbeque experience, just like they enjoyed while growing up in O’ahu, Hawai’i. Mo’ Bettahs serves the plate lunch with an authentic Hawaiian experience, with items like freshly Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Steak, Kalua Pig, Deep-Fried Katsu Chicken, homemade macaroni salad and steamed rice. Since partnering with Savory Restaurant Fund, Blue Marlin Partners and Trive Capital, Mo’ Bettahs has grown to over 75 locations in Utah, Idaho, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Kansas and Nevada. Mo’ Bettahs has plans to spread the aloha spirit to more communities through continued expansion in the coming months and years. Mo’ Bettahs offers dine-in, takeout and catering. For more information, visit Mo’ Bettahs’ website or follow on Instagram, Facebook or Tik Tok.
Contact:
Jay Brasher
Champion
806-437-9583
jbrasher@championmgt.com
