Amrit Palace
Indian restaurant from Ocala expanding to Gainesville in former Hooters location at University Town Center Plaza. Renovations are underway.
Lukumades
Greek donut chain opening second U.S. location in Jacksonville’s Five Points neighborhood. Currently in permitting process with estimated $300,000 conversion cost for 1,020 sq ft space.
Sip N’ Smash
New restaurant concept by Jason Malih featuring smashburgers, hand-spun shakes, and fresh donuts with Miami Vice-inspired theme. Located in The Palms at Gate Parkway retail center.
EZ Eatz by Yaya
Moroccan Mediterranean restaurant expanding to second brick-and-mortar location in Jacksonville’s Five Points neighborhood. Previously operated as food truck, now has one existing location and is preparing to open this second location.
Jax Beach Boil Company
Seafood boil restaurant transitioning from home-based catering to first brick-and-mortar storefront location, offering takeout-focused Low Country seafood boils
Saucy! by KFC
Saucy! by KFC chicken tenders restaurant planned for St. Johns location, taking over former PDQ space. Part of larger Florida expansion. Permit issued December 29, 2025.
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s announced as one of seven new restaurants coming to Orlando International Airport Terminal B Airside 4 as part of Phase Two development. Full completion scheduled for 2027.
McDonald’s
McDonald’s will open an additional location at Orlando International Airport’s Landside Food Court as part of Phase 2 expansion. This will be the second McDonald’s at MCO, operated directly by McDonald’s Corporation.
Sushi Saint
Second location of Michelin Bib Gourmand recognized temaki sushi hand roll bar opening at Icon Park. 3,000 square foot space with indoor and outdoor seating for 150 diners, offering hand rolls and omakase experience.
Raising Cane’s
First Raising Cane’s location in Ocala, construction nearing completion at Ocala West shopping plaza. Chicken finger restaurant chain expanding aggressively.