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Little Caesars Pizza

A Little Caesars Pizza location is planned as part of a new J&H Family Store and Gas Station under construction in Bingham Township, Clinton County, Michigan. The approximately 7,000 sq ft facility is located on M-21 near the U.S. 127 on-ramp east of St. Johns. Estimated opening is sometime in October 2026, pending water and […]

Pita Way

Michigan-based pita chain with ~50 locations is opening a new location at 4600 S Baldwin Rd in Orion Township, near Great Lakes Crossing mall and the roundabout at Judah Road. This will be their second location in the township. No estimated opening date announced yet. President Brandon Bahoura confirmed the opening is in progress.

Mission BBQ

Mission BBQ is joining the Westgate Plaza redevelopment project in Toledo, OH. This will be their first Toledo location. Currently under construction; exact address and opening date have not been announced. The barbecue chain was founded by Steve Newton and Bill Kraus and serves brisket, pulled pork, sausage, smoked cheeseburger, and sides. No alcohol served.

Summit Tacos

Summit Tacos is opening a second location in Boulder at 1149 13th Street, with an August 2026 opening planned. The restaurant serves Mexico City-style street food including tacos, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, breakfast burritos, and traditional Mexican desserts, along with margaritas and Mexican beers. The original location is at 237 Collyer Street in Longmont. Founded by […]

Torchy’s Tacos

Austin-based taco chain Torchy’s Tacos is expanding to Waxahachie, TX. A company representative confirmed the location is expected to open in the first half of 2027. The restaurant will feature Torchy’s signature specialty tacos, queso, breakfast tacos served all day, margaritas, and a full bar. Part of a broader North and Central Texas expansion strategy.

Mastro’s Steakhouse

Mastro’s Steakhouse is set to open its first Dallas-area location in Frisco, TX inside the Fields West Block L Mixed Use Building. The upscale steakhouse is known for prime steaks, seafood, and luxury dining. Construction is scheduled within the 2027 development window with completion expected later that year. This will be the brand’s third Texas […]

Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A is opening 9 new locations across the Dallas-Fort Worth area in 2026. Two have already opened (Dallas North Tollway/W. Frontier Parkway and Melissa). Seven more are scheduled to open later this year in Royse City, Hillsboro, Azle, Fort Worth, Princeton, Sachse, and DFW International Airport Terminal A. The expansion is expected to create up […]

Wonder

Wonder, the fast-casual multi-restaurant food hall concept backed by Marc Lore, plans to open at 800 S. 7th St. within Tinsley Square in Waco, TX. A 3,262-square-foot renovation of an existing restaurant space is planned. Construction is targeted to begin September 2026 with completion in November 2026. The concept allows diners to order from multiple […]

Pirate Panda Brewing

Family-owned brewery and community gathering space planning to open in Old Town Roanoke on Oak Street. Will feature a children’s area, pet-friendly patio, and second-floor private event space. Targeting Q1 2027 opening. Led by Pablo Medina and his siblings with a focus on hospitality and craft beer.

Birdcall

Colorado-based fast-casual chicken brand Birdcall is expanding into the Midwest with plans for nearly 100 restaurants across Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin over the next five years. Target Ohio cities include Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus. Each location will be approximately 2,300 sq ft with self-order kiosks and indoor/outdoor seating. No specific addresses or […]