Cultivate Juice Co.
Wellness company offering cold-pressed juices, smoothies, açaí bowls, and coffee. May be opening new outpost or relocating existing location. Combines juice/smoothie café with floral component.
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken
Second San Diego location of Southern comfort food chain expanding to East County. Franchisee Jason Kasid has multi-unit deal for at least five locations in San Diego area.
The Heritage Steakhouse
New York-style steakhouse concept opening inside Lantern Crest Senior Living resort community but open to the public. Features 4,000-square-foot space on sixth floor with Art Deco design, seating 125 guests. Menu focuses on USDA Prime Angus, Certified Angus, and Wagyu beef aged at least 28 days.
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Drive-thru coffee chain expanding to Kearny Mesa location, taking over former Taco Bell space. Documents submitted to San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality.
Made Wright Beer Co.
Neighborhood-focused craft brewery led by husband-and-wife duo Nicole and Jake Wright. Small, community-driven concept with rotating selection of house-brewed beers, prepackaged snacks, and rotating art displays. Located near Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido.
Cafe Riviera
Family-owned French Riviera-inspired cafe serving fresh crepes, pastries, and beachside bites. Led by sisters Veronica Afonzo and Rosa Dennis, offering all-day dining from brunch to light dinner in a coastal atmosphere.
Burger Monger
Smash burger restaurant expanding with two new locations. South Pasadena location opening May 4, Palm Harbor location opening mid-May. Features wagyu beef burgers, chicken sandwiches, and various dietary options.
Dalmoros Fresh Italian
Dalmoros Fresh Italian (formerly DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go) is returning to St. Petersburg with a grand opening featuring fresh pasta dishes and authentic Italian flavors. The restaurant will have a ‘Pasta Cutting’ ceremony at 12pm followed by official opening. Features fresh pasta machine, homemade sauces, Italian-style sandwiches called Paninos, and various Italian dishes.
Parlor Doughnuts
Parlor Doughnuts franchise preparing to open location in Largo, serving craft donuts, coffee, and breakfast items. Plan review paperwork recently submitted.
BubbaQue’s BBQ
BubbaQue’s BBQ is preparing to make a comeback in Bradenton at a new location. Plan review paperwork has been submitted by East Bradenton BBQ LLC. This will be their 10th location (8 in Florida, 1 in Louisiana currently).