Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar
Hand roll sushi bar expanding from Crossroads location to Johnson County. Will feature U-shaped sushi bar, table service, full cocktail bar, and specializes in temaki hand rolls.
Brew Haha Coffeehouse
Second location of Brew Haha coffeehouse opening in Shawnee, just off Shawnee Mission Parkway. Serves coffee roasted in-house, house-made syrups, tea, and gluten-free pastries with drive-thru service.
Chicken Salad Chick
Three Chicken Salad Chick locations planned to open in West Virginia (Charleston, Teays Valley, and Parkersburg areas) by Michael and Emily Strickland in honor of their daughter Leah who died in 2022. Franchise agreement secured after initial contact in November.
Guerito’s Tacos
Guerito’s Tacos has a soon-to-open location at North Star Mall in San Antonio, mentioned in context of asking customers to support other locations after Potranco Road closure
The Depths
Terry Black’s parent company Black Family Hospitality is planning a 9,800 square foot bathhouse complex with hot spas, cold spas, cold plunges, steam room, massage rooms and spa amenities near Pearl district
Ardēre Braceria Italiana
New Italian grill concept from the owners of J-Prime Steakhouse and Chama Gaúcha. Braceria specializes in high-quality meats cooked over open fire, essentially an Italian steakhouse. Could be start of national chain.
Ichika
Japanese kaiseki restaurant offering kappo-style dining experience. Will be Texas’ first kaiseki-dedicated restaurant and one of the few kappo-style dining experiences in the country.
Dolci Cafe
Brunch cafe offering custom desserts, soups, salads, and sandwiches with indoor seating. Owner returning after two-year hiatus from previous business. Will operate 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday to Monday.
Dog Haus Biergarten Van Ness
Dog Haus Biergarten opening Monday Feb 17th with grand opening Wednesday Feb 18th. Second DC Metro location featuring craft-casual burgers, brats, and brews with full bar program and sports viewing.
Peruvian Brothers
Peruvian Brothers expanding to new location at 660 N Capitol on corner of G St. Serves authentic Comida Criolla with sandwiches, sides and salads. Brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone have been operating for 12 years with food trucks and restaurants in DC metro area.