Dallas — Pappas Restaurants, Inc., one of the nation’s largest family-owned and operated restaurant groups, is officially welcoming its newest acquisition, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, into its portfolio of dining concepts. The acquisition closed in May 2025.
Under Pappas ownership over the past year, On The Border has undergone a sweeping menu overhaul rooted in the same culinary standards that have defined the Pappas name across Texas for decades. The team has enhanced food quality, strengthened operations and elevated the overall guest experience.
“On The Border has been woven into the fabric of Texas dining for decades, a place where generations of guests have gathered, celebrated and returned for the Tex-Mex they love. Now, it’s part of our family,” says Christina Pappas, chief marketing officer of Pappas Restaurants. “This brand carries a deep heritage and a loyal community that we are proud to welcome to the Pappas family. We’re delighted to honor that history with the quality and hospitality that Pappas is known for, while continuing to evolve the brand for loyal guests, both old and new.”
The brand joins a powerhouse portfolio that includes Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Pappasito’s Cantina, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, Pappas Bar-B-Q, Pappas Burger and Yiayia’s Greek Kitchen.
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is a leading casual-dining brand known for its bold Mexican cuisine and lively cantina experience. For more information, visit www.ontheborder.com.
Pappas Restaurants is one of the largest family-owned and operated restaurant groups in the country. Operating more than 100 locations across the country, Pappas Restaurants has a unique vertically integrated model that supports quality and consistency across every concept. For more information, visit www.pappas.com.
SOURCE: On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina