Megpie’s Bakery and Cafe
Second location of Megpie’s Bakery and Cafe opening in former Oar House Bar and Grill space. Serves sweet pastries, breakfast, lunch, and custom cakes. Owner also operates Meg’s Beachwood Bar and Grill.
Rain + Rye
Mobile bar experience opening at Delta Carts food cart pod. Full bar on wheels with signature cocktails, four taps, rooftop seating area, and fold-down patio. Co-owned by Kevin Candelaria and Colin Costanzo.
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen
Seventh location of locally owned healthy Italian kitchen chain opening in Happy Valley. 2,000-square-foot space with organic design, parametric feature wall, and covered patio. Offers gluten-free menu with fusion approach to Italian cuisine.
EMERSA
Astronomy-themed bar with immersive technology including 4K VR displays, projection mapping, light and sound. Located at Verrado Marketplace which is still under construction. Offers celestial-inspired cocktails and interactive experiences.
Republic Tempe
Sports bar and cue club with live music opening in former Zuma Grill and Mill Cue Club spaces near 6th and Mill. Owner Scott Price also owns C.A.S.A. in Downtown Tempe.
Sitar
Upscale East Indian restaurant opening at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City as part of $50 million capital improvement project. Will feature modern Indian cuisine with dishes like Bombay Billionaire Crab Toast and Mughal Empress Butter Chicken. Operating hours already planned but no official opening date announced.
Lefty’s Alley & Eats
All-in-one entertainment venue featuring Topgolf Swing Suites, arcade, ax throwing, bowling, craft restaurant and bar. Located near University of Delaware campus. Currently hiring multiple positions including general manager and executive chef.
Salty Mermaid Bar & Grille
Philadelphia restaurateurs taking over closed restaurant location, planning weekend service by mid-April expanding to full service by Memorial Day
Pizza by From Scratch
Roman-style pizzeria offering Pinsa pizza and focaccia sandwiches, from the team behind From Scratch restaurant. Will primarily serve as takeout and delivery spot with ingredients imported from Italy.
Food from the Soul
Soul food restaurant relocating to larger space, expanding menu to include breakfast options. Family-owned restaurant serving authentic soul food recipes.