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.
Martin’s BBQ
Puerto Rican barbecue restaurant specializing in rotisserie chicken and authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Will be the third Florida location for the chain founded in 1962 in Puerto Rico. Construction nearing completion with signs already up.