Scum & Villainy’s Rendezvous
Immersive sci-fi restaurant and bar located in the Burbank Entertainment Village. Kevin Smith is among the investors backing the expansion. Part of Burbank’s downtown activation strategy with at least 7 new restaurants expected in 2026.
Brew Bird Creative Cafe
Brew Bird Creative Cafe, a coffee shop offering coffee, pastries, and pottery painting, is expanding to a second location in Granite Bay, CA. The new location will occupy a former Peet’s Coffee space. Flagship store is in Sacramento’s Land Park neighborhood.
Raising Cane’s
New Raising Cane’s location opening June 3, 2026 at 10231 Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills, MD. Grand opening event includes chance to win free Cane’s for a year for first 20 customers in line before 10am doors open. First 100 combo purchasers receive a free trucker hat and combo card. Will be the 11th Maryland […]
Ahi Asian Bistro
Asian fusion restaurant featuring sushi, hibachi, and American-style Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Located at Lakeland Town Square. Set to open ‘this week’ as of May 28, 2026.
Pinthouse Pizza
New Pinthouse Pizza location planned for the New Hope-Scottsdale Development along the Cedar Park-Leander border. The $7.43 million project includes a 13,640-square-foot restaurant and brewery facility, covered canopy, outdoor beer garden, and full site development. Construction slated to begin September 2026 with completion expected by June 2027. Also opening at the same development: Salt Traders […]
SunLife Organics
SunLife Organics, a health-focused smoothie and superfood cafe founded in Malibu, CA, is opening its first North Texas location on Knox Street in Dallas. The menu will include protein smoothies, acai bowls, avocado toast, juices, matcha, and wellness shots. Expected to open fall or winter 2026.
The Malt Shop
The Malt Shop, a classic burger drive-in originally established in 1958 in Weatherford, TX, is opening a second location in Peaster at 8700 FM 920 in the former Merl’s 111 barbecue stand. Owned by David Hart and Shawn Allen, the new location will feature the same drive-in style, classic burgers, malts with homemade ice cream, […]
Yummy Crab
Yummy Crab plans to open a new location in Frisco, TX by end of 2026. The chain offers crab legs, shrimp, and crawfish by the pound alongside southern seafood dishes like hush puppies and fried catfish.
PJ’s Coffee
New Orleans-born coffee franchise opening in Rogers, AR at The Summit. Franchise owner Bo Grimes. Known for small batch roasted coffee, specialty drinks, organic teas, frozen beverages, pastries, breakfast items, and New Orleans-style beignets. Opening week specials planned. Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-7pm, Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 7am-4pm.
Black Dog Tavern
Black Dog Tavern is a new restaurant opening at 566 Putnam Pike in Smithfield, RI. Owner Jose Jacome plans to open around June 16, 2026. The Smithfield Town Council granted a victualler license on May 19, 2026. Menu features a mix of Italian, American, Spanish, and Greek dishes including grilled pizzas, pasta, seafood, steak, and […]