Welcome Coffee & Goods
New coffee and goods shop at 425 Taraval St in the Sunset District. Owner hopes to open the first or second week of July 2026. Espresso machine is already up and interior appears nearly ready. Located along the L Taraval line.
Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery
Co-branded Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery location opening in San Antonio, TX. Operated by franchisee Jose Delgado, a former software engineer who has been with Cold Stone Creamery since 2022. Part of Kahala Brands co-brand expansion strategy. Additional locations in the pipeline.
KFC
KFC is opening a new next-generation open-concept restaurant in McKinney, Texas, expected to open late summer 2026. The location features a modern reinterpretation of the brand’s heritage design and is part of KFC’s global brand transformation rollout.
Huddle House
The Graham family (Triple G Enterprises, LLC) signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to bring Huddle House to Wellston, Ohio — the first-ever Huddle House location in Southern Ohio. The first restaurant will be a ground-up build in their hometown of Jackson County. No specific opening date mentioned. Father Andy Graham and sons AJ, Brice, and […]
Steak and Ale
Husband-and-wife franchisees John and Dixie Benca are bringing a new Steak and Ale location to Anderson, SC — the brand’s first Southern franchise location. The Bencas have operated restaurants in Anderson for decades and have a personal history with the Steak and Ale brand. No specific opening date mentioned. Brand is owned by Legendary Restaurant […]
Juice It Up!
Juice It Up! is entering Utah for the first time via a multi-unit development deal with franchisees Aaron and Nancy Osmond. The first planned location will be in Herriman at Copper View Plaza, with additional locations expected throughout the state. No specific opening date mentioned. Aaron Osmond is a former Utah State Senator; Nancy Osmond […]
Pizzeria Sei
Cult-favorite Neapolitan pizzeria expanding to a larger Palms location with full sit-down dining room and expanded menu featuring three pizza styles (Neapolitan, montanara, scrocchiarella), starters, and desserts. Co-owned by William Joo and Jennifer So. Original Pico-Robertson location will rebrand as Sei Pizza Bar. Reservations open June 17, 2026.
Marmo
Italian chophouse concept from Atlas Restaurant Group opening inside the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. Menu will feature steaks, chops, housemade pastas, fresh seafood, and an extensive Italian wine list. Venue seats up to 350 guests including 150 outdoor waterfront seats. Hiring event held June 16, 2026. Opening expected sometime in July 2026.
Civita Italia
Civita Italia is a new Italian restaurant from EAT Restaurant Group, set to open next month (July 2026) in a newly erected 7,000 sq ft building at 3401 Haydenpark Lane. The concept focuses on authentic Italian cuisine from across the country rather than a single region. Chef Kevin LaCivita, classically French-trained, will oversee the menu […]
Wonder
Wonder, a fast-casual food hall concept featuring dishes from celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay, Michael Symon, and José Andrés, is opening a new location in Bowie, MD. The company website indicates it will open next month (July 2026). Wonder has 50+ locations and allows customers to order from multiple chef concepts under one roof on […]