Cook Out
North Carolina-based restaurant Cook Out purchased the deed to former Ollie’s Neighborhood Grill location, indicating potential expansion into Santa Rosa County
The Vintage Vault
1920s-themed restaurant and lounge in historic 1928 former Barnett Bank building. Will feature full-service dining, multiple lounge areas, and live music on second-floor mezzanine. Seating for at least 125 guests. Anticipated hours 11am-10pm for lunch and dinner.
Hayashi Tarō
Omakase bento concept from Lewis Lin moving into former Royaltea space, offering three different to-go omakase bento boxes ($35-$45) with high-quality sushi using fish flown in from Japan, plus 8-seat counter for dine-in
H&H Bagels
H&H Bagels opening second Jacksonville location in Mandarin neighborhood. Grand opening celebration with tote bags and gift cards for first 250 customers.
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Six-story, 132-room hotel in downtown Pensacola with views of Pensacola Bay. Features include pool, outdoor grill area, and lawn for yard games. Being developed by Kerioth Corporation.
The Mansion at Bella Collina
100-room boutique hotel with conference center. 70 standard rooms and 30 suites (22 luxury, 4 executive, 4 presidential). Will include restaurants, fitness center, banquet space for 150+, spa services, heated pool. $66.9 million development managed by The Club at Bella Collina.
Coastal Farmer
Coastal steakhouse at Dune House Hotel & Spa, described as signature dining destination sourcing from local farms and nearby waters, offering tide-to-table dishes in oceanfront setting
TBD
6000-square-foot casual dining restaurant with 8 pickleball courts, event stage, cabana, golf simulator, L-shaped patio and lawn area. Menu still under development, described as more elevated than pub food. Family-friendly entertainment venue.
Unleashed – A Dog Bar
Dog bar/brewery opening alongside Springfield Animal Hospital, headed by veterinarians Gary Neuman and Nik Nikolov. Will feature drinks, dog yard, and community events in the former Historically Hoppy location.
Konbini Labo
Japanese convenience store-style cafe described as an ‘inconvenient convenience store’ offering coffee, Japanese foods and snacks, and merchandise. Currently closed while owner has been traveling but preparing to reopen.