Sundaybird
Fast-casual rotisserie chicken concept from Tim and Erin Frazee and chef-partner Andrew Gorski. Located in a 1,200 sq ft space formerly occupied by Pachamama Kitchen. Features a gas-fueled rotisserie cooking 48 chickens at a time. Menu includes quarter, half, and whole birds with sides like redskin potatoes, mac and cheese, collard greens, and Parker House […]
Slutty Vegan
Slutty Vegan has signed franchise deals for new locations in Atlanta, GA and Washington, D.C. In Atlanta, franchisees Khadejah Davis and Jamel Douglas will open and operate a new location, becoming the first official Slutty Vegan franchise owners in the brand’s hometown. Franchise veteran Brandi Forte will lead development in Washington, D.C. The expansion is […]
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s grand opening at 5110 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL on June 16, 2026. First 30 customers to purchase a combo meal receive a branded swag bag and a free Box Combo card. Event begins at 3:00 p.m. local time.
The Foundry
New restaurant planned for former Loose Screw Beer Co. location. Permits filed with City of Meridian for tenant improvement adding kitchen elements, exhaust hood, and dishwashing equipment to existing 2,200 sq ft space. Project valued at $185,000. Liquor license also filed with Idaho Alcohol Beverage Control. Owner Karl Pence declined to comment further.
Fine Dining Restaurant / Rooftop Bar (Jewelers Building)
The historic Jewelers Building at 35 E. Wacker Drive is undergoing a $25M renovation that includes a fine dining restaurant, a rooftop bar, and an all-day lobby bar. Construction is expected to begin in 2026, with restaurant and bar concepts slated to open in 2027. Developed by Clayco/CRG and The Prime Group Inc. Specific restaurant […]
Hugh’s Chophouse
Classic and modern steakhouse described as Chicago-style chophouse and American bistro specializing in steaks, chops, and seafood. 7,100 sq ft, 2-story restaurant with 76-seat dining room and 16-seat bar on first floor, plus lounge, private event space (~90 people), wine tasting room, and small stage on second floor. Will operate 7 days a week for […]
Resonant
Upscale fine-dining restaurant from owners of Grist (Patrick and Casey Van Voorhis) in the Oregon District. Will offer a four-course prix fixe menu and a seven-course tasting menu. Located in the former Roost space, extensively renovated. Wine cellar holds 1,500 bottles. Website: resonantdining.com
Paradise Waterfront Cafe
Husband-wife owners Trina Angelone and Kenneth Gibson are converting their former Downtown Cellars bar space into a bright daytime cafe with 120 seats (including outdoor seating). Will serve breakfast, lunch, coffee, mimosas, baked goods, and more. Located in the Renaissance Building on Melody Lane in downtown Fort Pierce with Indian River Lagoon views.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s plans a new 2,146-square-foot restaurant on an undeveloped nearly 1-acre lot at 12 Glenn Road within the Glennwood Commons Shopping Center, along the west side of Glenn Road southwest of the U.S. 36/State Route 37 intersection, on Delaware city’s growing east side.
Wingstop
Wingstop is opening a new location at Mission Oaks Center in Atascadero, CA. This will be the fourth Wingstop in San Luis Obispo County. Shopping center owner David Nevin confirmed the location is scheduled to open within the next month from the article date of June 4, 2026.