Chocolate Bash
First flagship store for the dessert brand known for indulgent chocolate creations, located at The Outlets at Orange. Grand opening event will feature free chocolate tastings, giveaways, and complimentary merchandise.
J. Alexander’s
Upscale casual dining restaurant opening third Atlanta-area location at The Battery Atlanta. Hiring 90-100 positions, will feature wood-fired cuisine, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, outdoor patio, and game-day menu.
Bodega Nights
Wine bar and restaurant spinoff from Lower East Side’s Babysips, featuring natural wines and Iberian/Brazilian dishes in a 2,200-square-foot space with outdoor seating
Chocolate Bash
Second flagship location of dessert brand opening across from Disneyland, featuring exclusive menu items and morning/late-night specials for park visitors
Din Tai Fung
Xiao long bao specialist Din Tai Fung will open a new location at Westfield Topanga mall, expanding their Southern California presence with signature pork soup dumplings and Taiwanese dishes
Summerland
Fine-dining restaurant and bakery coming to Upper West Market, operated by Chef Anne Quatrano of Bacchanalia
Summer Moon Coffee
Georgetown’s first Summer Moon Coffee location planned for Bluebonnet Plaza development. Known for wood-fired coffee roasting process and signature Moon Milk creamer. Construction set to begin in March and wrap up in June.
Ugly Dumpling
Asian soup dumpling chain specializing in Chinese soup dumplings (xiao long bao). First DFW location from Vertex Hospitality Group. Owner Grace Zhao previously owned Zhao Star Chinese Bistro in Frisco and plans to open multiple locations.
Joy
Second Los Angeles location of Taiwanese restaurant Joy planned for former Wahoo’s Fish Taco location. Known for Taiwanese street food including minced pork on rice and scallion pancakes.
Hot Dog On A Stick
Hot Dog On A Stick is reopening at Redondo Beach Pier after closing in September 2024. City officials confirm it will reopen soon.