Caffetteria
Chef Julian Medina is opening a Spanish tapas restaurant called Caffetteria on the Upper East Side, next door to his existing restaurant Soledad. The space formerly held Enzo Bruni La Pizza Gourmet and will seat 62 people.
UES Tavern
New upscale restaurant from Seamore’s co-founder Jay Wainwright, serving sophisticated menu from burgers to lobster thermidor. Will replace former Seamore’s location with 137-seat capacity.
Linda’s
Intimate 400 square-foot restaurant owned by husband-and-wife duo Linda and Victor Shkrelja, who also run Italian spot Lex Restaurant. Space formerly housed Table d’Hôte, will fit 10 tables and 20 people. Operating hours 4-10pm Mon-Thu, weekend brunch noon-10pm.
SMASH
Pickleball and restaurant eatertainment concept featuring full-service restaurant, rooftop bar and pickleball amenities. Will include 10-14 courts, playground area, and 6,500 square-foot rooftop space. Founded by Aaron Dulin of Fat Pat’s Grill and Bar.
Emeril’s Chop House
Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse is partnering with L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge to open an American steakhouse that will replace the current 18 STEAK restaurant. The restaurant will serve exceptional steaks, fresh seafood, signature dishes and handcrafted cocktails.
Ford’s Garage
Florida-based Ford’s Garage signed multi-unit deal to open three locations in Middle Tennessee over the next two years. Traditional American fare in 1920s roadside service station atmosphere. Exact locations not yet secured.
Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies planning its first Nashville location in the Kenect development. The cookie brand offers various cookies, brownies, ice cream, and cookie cakes. This would be their first direct Nashville location despite having several other Tennessee locations.
Edley’s Tacos
New taco concept from Edley’s Bar-B-Que team, replacing current Pancho and Lefty’s Cantina location. Opening timeline unclear but permit filed.
Waldo’s Chicken & Beer
Nashville-based Waldo’s Chicken & Beer is opening their tenth Tennessee location. Plans call for renovations to a 2,700 square foot standalone restaurant space. The brand specializes in Southern fried and rotisserie chicken with beer and cocktails.
Buffalo Wild Wings GO
Buffalo Wild Wings GO location opening in Mission, TX. Construction slated to start mid-March and wrap up by mid-May 2026. 1,500 square feet location. Franchisee Jimmy Boparai confirmed the opening.