Ember & Oak
New wine and dining concept described as upscale with Chef Samantha Anaya as founder. Located in Pacific Business Park subdivision. Permit approved and listed as ‘coming soon’ on social media.
Cantina Contramar
Mexican restaurant by internationally acclaimed chef Gabriela Cámara opening at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Features seafood dining with Mexican classics, custom cocktails and tequilas, designed by architect Frida Escobedo.
Breezy Jazz House
Breezy Jazz House & Restaurant is relocating back downtown to East Bay Street. The jazz house serves food and drinks with a menu featuring items like Blue Note Burger and Breezy Deluxe Seafood Platter, along with live jazz performances.
Bibimbox Korean Kitchen & Wings
Korean restaurant expanding to second Jacksonville location, serving Korean fried chicken, bibimbap bowls, and Korean comfort food. Permits filed for demolition and buildout of 1,787-square-foot space.
Popeyes
New Popeyes location with construction slated to begin in May 2026 and expected completion by February 2027. Permit recently filed for the quick-service fried chicken restaurant.
Gyro Hut
Mediterranean restaurant chain expanding in Greater Houston area. Construction expected to start end of April 2026 and wrap up end of July 2026. Franchise operated by Bilal Syed. Menu features gyros, shawarma, falafel with NY-style gyro meat and house-made sauces.
Paris Baguette
Korean-inspired bakery chain opening in DPEG Commons. Construction expected to start in April and wrap up by mid-October. Franchisee David Kim is behind the opening. Serves fresh cakes, pastries, breads, sandwiches, and beverages.
Buck & Rider
Arizona-based seafood restaurant from Hi Noon Hospitality opening in Central Park Post Oak mixed-use development in Galleria area. Known for weekend brunch, happy hour, raw bar with oysters and fresh catch. Will fly in fresh seafood directly without middleman.
Pepperoni’s Pizza
Houston-area pizza chain opening first San Antonio location in Bulverde Crossing shopping center. Construction started April 2024, originally scheduled to complete by end of 2025 but now slated for early 2026. Serves New York-style pizzas with premium ingredients.
Richie’s Hot Chicken
Nashville-style hot chicken restaurant opening second brick-and-mortar location in Alamo Ranch neighborhood. Known for signature Richie Rich Fries, chicken sandwiches, burritos, and halal-certified Nashville-style hot chicken. Owner previously operated food truck in the area.