Bait Shop
Bait Shop, a Capitol Hill neighborhood bar operating since 2012 at 606 Broadway E, is being forced to relocate due to building demolition and redevelopment. Co-owner Mike Leifur is actively scouting new locations with a preference to remain on Capitol Hill. No new address or opening timeline has been confirmed. The concept will remain largely […]
Wagyu House
Wagyu House, an all-you-can-eat yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) concept operated by Chubby Group, is planning a new location in Bellevue, WA. The location is listed as ‘coming soon’ on Chubby Group’s website. No specific opening date has been determined. The concept features tabletop grills with premium Wagyu beef cuts including American, Australian, and Japanese A5. Existing […]
GoodMart
GoodMart is a new market and dining counter concept from Local Tide owner/chef Victor Steinbrueck, planned for the former Kathy Casey Food Studios space in the Chopard Block on Ballard Avenue. No opening timeline announced yet. Construction is underway with Dovetail as general contractor and Heliotrope Architects on design. Mechanical permits filed under the GoodMart […]
New Concept (Kate Opatz)
Owner Kate Opatz is closing Laurel cocktail bar on June 6, 2026 and preparing a new unnamed concept for the same space at 1500 E Olive Way on Capitol Hill. No details about the new concept or opening timeline have been publicly shared yet. Opatz confirmed she is still working on the project and expects […]
Oklava Café
Oklava Café is opening a second San Francisco location at Saluhall Food Hall, 945 Market St Floor 2. The new location will expand beyond their first coffee shop concept to include a fuller Turkish food program: flatbreads, bowls, cooked meat dishes, salads, baked goods, Turkish Delight, baklava cheesecake, yeasted buns with cheese and olives, Turkish […]
Moniker Coffee
Moniker Coffee, a San Diego-based cafe brand under Moniker Group, has submitted permit documents to the San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality for a new downtown San Diego location at 1101 Union Street. No exact opening date has been announced. Menu expected to include espresso drinks, cold brew, tea, and light cafe fare. […]
Julian Beer Company New Fast-Casual Concept
Julian Beer Company is planning a second fast-casual concept in Julian, CA focused on smash burgers, beef tallow fries, and beer. The official name and address have not yet been revealed. Concept has been in development since summer 2025 and is targeting a Summer 2026 opening. Associated with the Marsaglia family, including Pizza Port co-founder […]
Desserts By Clément
French bakery expanding with two new San Diego County locations in Del Mar (expected early summer 2026) and Vista (in development). New stores will mirror the Pacific Beach flagship at 1380 Garnet Avenue, offering pastries, breads, sandwiches, coffee, and specialty molded desserts. Exact addresses not yet announced. Founder also discussing additional locations and a possible […]
Infusion Lab
Specialty dessert and coffee shop co-founded by Baran Aydin (finance director) and Aselin Bay (coffee director). Planned opening late June or early July 2026. Menu includes espresso drinks, matcha beverages, signature ube drinks, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, house-made cookies, and European-inspired desserts. Interior features white and maroon styling, Chesterfield-style seating, and a dedicated social media/content […]
La Rotonde
Coffee, music, and wine-focused hybrid concept moving into the former Makai Sushi space in Hillcrest. Daytime coffee service and evening wine component with music as part of the experience. Developed by Valle Hospitality Group LLC, founded by Karlo and Mariel Valle. Liquor license application filed and window signage visible at property.