Makenna Koffee
Hawaiian-inspired coffee chain expanding with new location in Newbury Park. 2,800-square-foot location will offer espresso drinks, energy drinks, baked goods, smoothies, cold brew, and açaí bowls. Owner says opening planned for March or April 2026.
Intelligentsia Coffee
Chicago-based Intelligentsia Coffee is opening its first drive-thru location in Santa Monica at a former Weinerschnitzel spot. Will feature walk-up window, drive-thru, and patio seating for 40+ people. No indoor seating planned.
Phinology Coffee
Vietnam-inspired coffee concept preparing to open in former Chakaa Tea House location in Convoy Village Shopping Center. Will serve Vietnamese coffee and other beverages with tagline ‘Sip the Essence of Vietnam’.
Bacari
Mediterranean-inspired bar and restaurant opening in North Park’s two-story space. Family-owned concept founded by brothers Robert and Danny Kronfli with Executive Chef Lior Hillel. Features Mediterranean small plates, house-made cocktails, dinner daily and weekend brunch.
MOD Pizza
MOD Pizza expanding in Sacramento area with new Lincoln location. Fast-casual pizza chain known for customizable, individually sized pizzas. Exceed Group will operate this location along with 12 existing regional locations.
Monte’s
Farm-focused restaurant by Endwell Hospitality, led by Executive Chef Daniel Kim with California-Korean influence. Menu sources from Rincon Hill Farm and coastal regions. Located at former Bar Lou location.
Fries Galore Food Lab
Fries Galore opening a specialty ‘Food Lab’ restaurant at the Historic Apple Valley Inn, planning to hire about 25 employees with opening planned after the King of Hammers event in 2026
Hanuman Thai
Thai restaurant taking over former Hoot Wings location in Orange. Third location for the chain which has existing spots in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. Menu includes boat noodles, curries, pad see ew, and khao soi.
Surfliner Inn
Proposed 36-room boutique hotel planned for city’s Parking Lot No. 3 (Amtrak Parking Lot). Two-story inn developed by 499 Linden Managers LLC. Recently received preliminary design approval from Architectural Review Board in December.
PUBLIC West Hollywood
137-key PUBLIC hotel by Ian Schrager, part of his ‘luxury for all’ hospitality concept delivering sophisticated design and unique experience at accessible price point