Hell Yeah! Gluten Free
Popular Atlanta-based gluten-free bakery opening a pop-up location inside the historic Atlanta Daily World Building in Sweet Auburn. The pop-up is part of Atlanta’s Downtown Pop Up Opportunity Fund and will operate as a bakery and coffee shop serving gluten-free baked goods including cinnamon rolls, biscuits, breakfast sandwiches, donuts, and coffee drinks. Will also feature […]
Pisano’s
Pisano’s, a downtown Kennesaw pizzeria established in 2012, is expanding to a second location at 35 North Park Square in Marietta Square. The 1,500-square-foot space will feature a Brooklyn pizzeria aesthetic with exposed brick, a mural, live music/karaoke stage, and outdoor patio. Menu will include pizzas whole and by the slice, calzones, sandwiches, pasta, beer, […]
Slutty Vegan
Slutty Vegan has signed franchise deals for new locations in Atlanta, GA and Washington, D.C. In Atlanta, franchisees Khadejah Davis and Jamel Douglas will open and operate a new location, becoming the first official Slutty Vegan franchise owners in the brand’s hometown. Franchise veteran Brandi Forte will lead development in Washington, D.C. The expansion is […]
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
Raising Cane’s is under construction on the former Applebee’s site on Highway 80 East. Signage has been installed and construction is underway on a 2,700-square-foot restaurant on a 1.53-acre lot. Construction manager estimates a 5-6 month process, pointing to a July or August 2026 opening.
Sinfully Sweet Keto
Keto bakery specializing in sugar-free, gluten-free, and low-carb baked goods (cookies, cakes, muffins, bars, breads, pies, pastries). Founded in 2021 by Kelli Sterling, expanding from the Cartersville area to a new brick-and-mortar location in Kennesaw. Lease has been signed; exact opening timeline not yet announced.
Bizarre Coffee Company
Bizarre Coffee Company is opening its fourth location in Downtown Acworth at 4415 Cherokee Street. The brand, founded in 2020 by Sabrina Kaylor, is known for its colorful atmosphere, coffee, and breakfast menu. The building is currently under construction and is described as months away from opening. Current locations are in Canton, Woodstock, and Roswell, […]
Whataburger
Whataburger coming soon to Carrollton, GA with a confirmed June 4 opening date. Article is a running list of businesses under construction or opening soon in West Georgia. Multiple other restaurant leads also present including Texas Roadhouse (Carrollton), Moos & Brews (Carrollton), Raising Cane’s (Newnan), Mellow Mushroom (Newnan), PONKO Chicken (Newnan), Popeyes (Newnan), Sprouts (Newnan, […]
Belle Bar
Chef Joey Ward is adding a third concept called Belle Bar to his Southern Belle patio space in Poncey-Highland. The bar will serve small bites and cocktails on a first-come, first-serve basis. Menu includes oysters, chicharrones, char sui chicken skewers, A-Town burger, French onion dip, and cocktails. Space fits up to 100 guests with live […]
SAYO Japanese Restaurant
SAYO Japanese Restaurant is a new Japanese concept opening in the former STARFISH space in Peachtree Hills. Owner Karen Halim is targeting a June or July 2026 opening. Chef San, a local sushi chef, will lead the menu featuring nigiri, sashimi, rolls (including A5 Wagyu and bluefin tuna), and chef tasting experiences. The 2,121 sq […]
Midi
Midi is a new sandwich shop concept from the Little Tart Bakeshop team, inspired by Parisian cafes. It will offer sandwiches made with homemade bread and local ingredients, salads, small bites, a wine and cocktail program, and soft serve. Opening in the neighboring unit to the new Little Tart Candler Park location, in the former […]