Cala
Mediterranean restaurant known for modern coastal cuisine expanding to second Valley location at redeveloped Paradise Valley Mall. Features coastal-inspired design with bar area called ‘Calita’ and spacious dining room.
Big Bore Cue Stop
Second location for Big Bore Barbecue, fast-casual concept focused on Texas-inspired wood-fired barbecue. Located in former McDonald’s site, will employ about 40 workers and feature drive-thru, seating for 65-75 guests.
The Market at Hamilton
New market concept from Silver Queen Cafe owners featuring a deli and sandwich counter with specialty goods like cheese, tinned fish, cured meats, and coffee
Wildcat
All-day restaurant and hospitality destination by The Social Order in a renovated 1919 building. Designed to function as European cafe by day and intimate supper club by night. Architecture by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, construction by Modus Construction.
Mad Slice
Mad Slice pizzeria set to take over the space previously occupied by Iriana’s restaurant
Little Caesars
Proposed Little Caesars restaurant in SoMa district facing community pushback. Location would be next to Edwards Cash Saver with drive-thru service. Zoning commission to vote on proposal.
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s chicken finger restaurant opening in Jonesboro with grand opening featuring giveaways for 20 customers to win free Cane’s for a year. Currently hiring crew members.
El Pollo Loco
California-based El Pollo Loco chain opening first Idaho location in Nampa. 2,050 sq ft restaurant with drive-thru and patio. Construction expected to finish mid-September 2026.
Whataburger
First-ever Whataburger location inside a Love’s Travel Stop, located off I-410 at exit 412
(A)mar
Coastal Latin American restaurant opening in former Allora space at Pearl, featuring chef-in-residence program and flavors inspired by coastal Mexico, Tulum and Oaxaca