Tully’s Tenders
First Tully’s Tenders location in Onondaga County opening June 16, 2026. Quick-serve drive-thru format, approximately 3,000 sq ft with ~50 seats. Located in a former health club and Napa Auto Parts store. Menu focuses on tenders, bowls, chicken sandwiches, salads, and shakes. Counter/kiosk ordering, no wait staff. Online ordering with drive-thru and indoor pickup available.
Chick-fil-A The Fountains of Miramar
Remodeled Chick-fil-A location reopening after extensive renovation featuring updated dining room, refreshed playground, enhanced dual-lane drive-thru, expanded parking, and outdoor canopies. Marisa Beattie is the local Owner-Operator. Creating approximately 100 jobs. Opening day Moove-In Party with free entree for guests in cow spots.
Pepper Lunch
Tokyo-based teppanyaki chain Pepper Lunch has signed a 20-unit franchise deal with Texas franchisee Sizzling Hospitality to open locations in San Antonio, Houston, and Austin metros. No specific timeline or San Antonio locations released yet. First openings will be in Austin suburbs (Leander, Kyle, Hutto) and Missouri City near Houston. Chain is known for DIY […]
Bubba’s 33
Bubba’s 33, an affiliate of Texas Roadhouse, is set to open its first Iowa location on July 27, 2026. The casual dining restaurant features scratch-made pizza, burgers, wings, lasagna, and marinated ribeye, along with wall-to-wall TVs and sports bar atmosphere. This will be the 60th Bubba’s 33 nationwide. The restaurant is actively hiring 200 full- […]
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A opening new location in Melissa, TX (Collin County) on June 18, 2026. Owner-Operator Ryan Fister. Restaurant features dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery, and Mobile Thru service, plus a newly redesigned playground. Creating approximately 120 local jobs. Grand opening includes a ‘Moove-In Party’ with free entree for guests wearing cow spots.
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken fast casual franchise set to open late 2026 in Westlake Shopping Center at former Arby’s location on Sterling Avenue corridor. Location is getting a full transformation including signature colorful mural. Food-handling license application submitted to Peoria City/County Health Department. Chicago-based First Street Retail is the real estate agency involved.
Unnamed Downtown Lewistown Restaurant
MAB Holdings is redeveloping two historic East Market Street properties into a single locally-owned restaurant destination overlooking Lewistown’s historic square. Plans include indoor dining, takeout, outdoor dining space, and a modern commercial kitchen. Demolition of 15 E. Market St. (former Trolley Car/The Nook) begins early July 2026. Construction to be completed by end of 2026, […]
Mimis Mexican Kitchen
Mimis Mexican Kitchen is moving into the former Mi Ranchito location at 301 E. Race Ave. in Searcy, AR. The restaurant has applied for a private club permit to serve alcohol; a public hearing is scheduled for July 14 at Searcy City Hall. Lynda Gonzalez is listed as the restaurant owner.
Half a While Tea and Cake
Half a While Tea and Cake is a tea and cake concept opening in a former Kung Fu Tea location in downtown Ardmore. Expected to open in July 2026 according to Downtown Ardmore District’s monthly newsletter. Article also mentions Mango Mango (20 Greenfield Ave, now hiring), Vintner’s Table Italian wine bar (24 Cricket Ave), and […]
7 Brew
7 Brew drive-thru coffee stand planned for 141 Pamplico Highway in Florence, SC. Location expected to open later in 2026 and will add 50 new jobs. Menu includes 20,000+ drink combinations including coffee, energy drinks, smoothies, shakes, and teas.