Cafe 1485
Cafe 1485, a breakfast-and-lunch spot, is planning to relocate within White Oak Center to the former Shirley’s Country Kitchen space at 1485 GA-34. The new location will expand from 1,200 sq ft to 3,300 sq ft, adding more kitchen space and a potential coffee shop corner with a barista counter. Architect development has begun; construction […]
Varuni Napoli
Varuni Napoli, a Neapolitan pizza restaurant, has signed a lease for its fourth location at Centennial Yards Entertainment District in Atlanta. The new location will feature 900-degree wood-fired ovens and signature pies. Owner Luca Varuni confirmed the opening is expected sometime in 2028. The article notes the timeline was updated from 2027 to 2028 per […]
Miami-Made Fish & Chicken
Miami-Made Fish & Chicken is preparing to open a new location in LaGrange, GA at 2606 Whitesville Road. The restaurant is known for seafood and chicken offerings and is returning after a brief hiatus. An in-person hiring event is scheduled for June 19, 2026 from 1-3 p.m. Official opening date has not yet been announced.
Smashbird
Fast-casual burger concept from owners Christine and David Cutlip, targeting a mid-July opening. The Cutlips also operate Savannah Seafood Shack, Savannah Smokehouse BBQ and Brew, Yatai Ramen + Yakitori, and Sally Mae’s in the Savannah area.
Siren
Seafood restaurant planned to open next door to Arnette’s Chop Shop in Brookhaven. Owner Michel Arnette plans to open Siren later this summer.
Botanico
Botanico is a Mexican steakhouse on Crescent Avenue in Atlanta, scheduled to open in August 2026. It is one of two new hospitality concepts launched by the team behind Palo Santo, which is closing on June 27th.
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse is coming to Covington Town Center, a 180-acre mixed-use development. Plans have been officially submitted to the city’s planning and zoning department. Opening timeline is unclear.
Bar Schmutzi
European-inspired wine bar from Little Bear founder Jarrett Stieber. 1,300 sq ft space in former East Atlanta Animal Clinic. Will feature concise food menu with snacks and small plates alongside wine focus. Pet-friendly patio, communal seating, open kitchen, retro elements. Permitting underway. Target opening is end of 2026, with Q1/Q2 2027 as fallback.
Bagels & Board Games
Board game cafe serving bagels, bagel sandwiches, cream cheeses, and coffee. Customers pay a table fee for access to a board game library including board games and trading card games (Magic the Gathering, Pokemon). Planned hours 8am-8pm most days. Owner envisions future expansion to additional locations and states.
7 Brew
Franchise group Rocket Brew, Inc. is seeking city approval to demolish an existing 1,889 sq ft building (formerly a gift shop) and construct a new 897 sq ft drive-through building with two drive-through lanes and a walk-up window for a 7 Brew coffee stand. Final city approval is still pending. 7 Brew offers coffee, energy […]