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Matanzas Innlet

Restaurant that closed after Hurricane Matthew is planning a comeback. Pre-application filed with St. Johns County to start rebuilding process. Jed Galasso (son of original owner Jerry Galasso) is the applicant for reconstruction.

Hot Momma Hotdogs

Food truck/mobile vendor serving hot dogs, sausages, and nachos at Jacksonville events, particularly downtown. Owner Carmen is a local businessperson and new mom launching the business.

Fatburger

Fatburger planning to open a new location in Jacksonville in Q4 2026. This will be operated by Whole Factor, Inc. and is part of their expansion in Northeast Florida following their Orange Park location.

Protein Bar & Kitchen

Protein Bar & Kitchen plans 5-unit expansion in Northeast Florida with franchisees Patrick Prendergast and Bobby Knapp. Currently scouting for the site of Jacksonville debut location. Healthy fast-casual concept serving protein-packed bowls, burritos and shakes.

Rise N Shine Food Truck

New food truck serving breakfast, brunch items, and burgers. Owner has 30 years of restaurant experience. Locations still to be determined.

Dunkin’

2,000-square-foot Dunkin’ Donuts planned for upcoming Publix-anchored retail center in SilverLeaf master-planned community. Franchisee is St. Johns Donuts.

Milkshake Factory

First Milkshake Factory location in Orlando, offering housemade ice cream milkshakes and chocolate products. Franchise owner plans to open three total stores in the area.

Jersey Mike’s

Jersey Mike’s sub shop opening in Clermont. CFL Subs US27 North, LLC filed permit applications with Florida Board of Business and Professional Regulation for fast casual restaurant location.

3 Natives

3 Natives, a healthful acai bowl company, is opening a new Oviedo cafe. Bowl’d Ventures, Inc. filed permit applications with the Florida Board of Professional and Business Regulation. No opening date has been announced.

Swig

Utah-based dirty soda chain filed permit applications to open a drive-thru shop. Known for custom soda blends with flavored syrups and cream, plus energy drinks, refreshers, and light snacks.