Cabrita
Peruvian concept by celebrity chef Stephanie Izard opening at Orlando International Airport Airside 4, a version of her Chicago-based restaurant Cabra. Part of $10 million investment deal with Areas restaurant operator.
Lakeside Social
New waterfront food and entertainment venue coming to Viera Town Center, featuring bars, food vendors, live music, and family-friendly events. Collaboration between Viera Company and Rogue Wave Hospitality Group.
Jersey Mike’s Sub Shop
Jersey Mike’s sub shop opening in Celebration, Florida. Permit applications filed and official website confirms location is ‘in development’.
Italian restaurant by Indigo Road Hospitality Group
Italian restaurant planned for ground floor of renovated Hotel Merrydelle (formerly Ambassador Hotel) by Indigo Road Hospitality Group as part of Gateway Jax Pearl Square development
SoFresh
Tampa-based healthy food restaurant chain building out new location in Nocatee’s Marketplace shopping center. Permit issued April 9, 2026 for 1,373-square-foot space with estimated project cost of $374,734.
Great Harvest
Great Harvest bakery and cafe opening in Belmont-DeVilliers neighborhood as part of Savoy Marketplace development. Will offer from-scratch bread, sandwiches, salads, and pastries using high-quality ingredients with open-concept kitchen.
Colletta
Modern Italian restaurant and bar with 120 seats serving fired pizzas, house-made pasta and antipasti, Italian wines and cocktails. Part of Hotel Merrydelle renovation project operated by Indigo Road Hospitality Group.
Chick-fil-A
New Chick-fil-A location opening with ‘Moove-In Party’ promotion offering free food to customers dressed as cows. Will create about 130 jobs and donate $25,000 to Feeding the Gulf Coast. Locally owned and operated by Scott Fraser.
The Forge
46,775-square-foot dining concept featuring multiple restaurants (Blind Eye speakeasy, Ignite Asian-fusion, The Hammock Mediterranean tapas, Just Desserts), brewery, nightclub, and event venue. Construction nearing completion with over 650 dining seats and 300 parking spaces.
Boost Coffee & Energy
New coffee drive-thru concept offering energy drinks, protein lattes, refreshers, protein shakes, smoothies, coffee, teas, and snacks. First location in Jacksonville with additional locations planned in the area.