Unnamed Van Dyke Restaurant (Vilano Beach)
Brothers Jared and Josh Van Dyke are planning a new elevated casual, family-friendly restaurant on Vilano Beach. The as-yet-unnamed concept will feature fresh/healthy food (fish tacos, poke bowls), cocktails, and live music in 2,500 sq ft of indoor space with outdoor seating. Josh Van Dyke owns Nu Kitchen (3 locations in MA). Opening estimated in […]
The Floridian
The Floridian, a beloved Florida-funky style restaurant founded in 2010 by Genie and Jeff McNally, is relocating from 72 Spanish Street in downtown St. Augustine to a new custom-built location on Anastasia Island at 485 Old Beach Rd. The new space features 120 seats, indoor and outdoor seating, a side patio for fast-casual dining and […]
Nepita
Chef-driven gelato shop and cafe transitioning from pop-up to brick-and-mortar in the West Village. Concept features Mediterranean-inspired seasonal gelato flavors, coffee, and matcha drinks. Space is currently being renovated. Founded by classically trained pastry chef Terence Mesana, formerly of Daniel Boulud’s Dinex group.
Hearsay Social Club
Hearsay Social Club is a 1,000-square-foot cocktail lounge opening inside the Circa 1857 antique shop. Concept focuses on creative, inventive cocktails using fresh, high-quality ingredients, plus beer and wine with a European focus. Small plates/bar snacks will be available but no full kitchen. Cocktail menu designed by owner Garrett Kemp and consultant Scott Higgins. Slated […]
Seoul Stop
Seoul Stop, a Korean-themed convenience store and food concept, is opening a second and larger 6,000 sq ft location at 6275 Siegen Lane in Baton Rouge. The new location will feature Korean food, a Korean Deli, side dishes, and expanded retail including K-Beauty and K-Pop merchandise. No firm opening date set; originally expected June 2026 […]
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken is planning a new fast-casual location at 357 Sam Ridley Parkway West in Smyrna, TN. Franchisees Jason and John Hotchkiss are leading the Middle Tennessee expansion, which also includes planned locations in Murfreesboro and Mount Juliet. No opening timeline has been announced. The concept features Nashville-style hot chicken tenders and sliders with […]
Edley’s Bar-B-Que
Edley’s Bar-B-Que is preparing to open its 12th location at 330 Franklin Road in Brentwood, TN, taking over a former McAlister’s Deli space at Brentwood Place. The roughly 3,800-square-foot restaurant is expected to open by end of 2026 and will bring approximately 50 jobs to the area. The concept features slow-smoked barbecue, Southern comfort food, […]
Pinecrest Bakery
Miami-born Cuban bakery and cafe expanding to Miami Lakes. Will offer Cuban-American favorites, likely 24-hour operation consistent with other locations. Part of a chain with 30+ South Florida locations. Address listed as ‘coming soon’ on bakery’s website.
Chatime
Chatime boba tea franchise opening on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. Grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting scheduled for June 6-7, 2026. Menu includes customizable milk teas, smoothies, fruit teas, and brown sugar pearls with gluten-free, vegan, and lactose-free options. Owned by Erik Davis and his wife. Part of Chatime’s broader U.S. expansion push targeting 20+ […]
Sushi Sake
Sushi Sake is opening a new South Miami location at 5829 SW 73rd St, the former Kiko Sushi location. The restaurant filed permit applications with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation under SS South Miami LLC. No opening date announced but Instagram confirms ‘opening soon’. Sushi Sake is a South Florida sushi chain […]