New Fried Chicken & Fish Restaurant
Opening October 23, 2024 A new fried chicken and fish restaurant is set to open in Cedar Rapids, targeting food lovers looking for delicious and satisfying options. The restaurant promises a menu rich in flavors and quality, emphasizing fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. While details about the exact location and menu offerings are still […]
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken is set to open at 3022 E. 53rd St. in Davenport, where PepperJax Grill previously operated. The exact date of the grand opening has not been specified yet, but local anticipation is building as the restaurant prepares to unveil its menu and offerings. Known for its distinctive approach to hot chicken, this […]
Big Lars
Big Lars aims to resurrect its former East Village party bar concept in the recently vacated Spaghetti Works location on Court Avenue. Longtime businessman Larry Smithson is leading the initiative to transform the space into a welcoming environment for all. However, the City of Des Moines has recommended denying the plan due to concerns over […]
Unnamed Restaurant
Opening Fall 2026 A new restaurant is proposed as part of a larger development that includes a hotel and event center. The restaurant will be situated in a commercial building that is designed to complement a new four-story Marriott TownePlace Suites Hotel at 227 LeClaire St. in downtown Davenport. The project is awaiting financing and […]
Cheba Hut
Opening Late 2024 Cheba Hut is expanding into Iowa, set to bring its unique counterculture-themed sub shop experience to the Des Moines area. The first unit, led by franchisee Mistene Nugent, is planned to open in late 2024 at 5260 Merle Hay Road in Johnston. Nugent has signed an area development agreement with Cheba Hut […]
Swagat Indian Restaurant
Swagat Indian Restaurant is expanding from a successful food truck service to a brick-and-mortar location in Dubuque, IA. Known for its authentic Indian cuisine from various regions of India, Swagat has garnered a positive reputation with locations already established in Sun Prairie and West Madison, WI. The restaurant’s menu features a wide array of dishes […]
Fabled Popcorn Co.
Opening November 2024 Fabled Popcorn Co. is a new popcorn and ice cream shop set to open soon in Huxley. Owned by Marianne and Matt Pacha, who also own Flight Bar + Grille, this new venture will offer in-house made ice cream and gourmet popcorn. The establishment will have 24 rotating flavors of popcorn and […]
Flora
Opening December 2024 Flora is the upcoming restaurant set to open at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in December 2024, taking the place of the beloved Trellis Cafe. Suman Hoque and Dr. Cynthia Hoque, who also run the 12-year-old farm-to-table restaurant HoQ in the East Village, are behind the new venture. Flora aims to […]
Chicken Salad Chick
Opening October 16, 2024 Chicken Salad Chick will open its first restaurant in Iowa on October 16, 2024, in Coralville. The restaurant, located at 2510 Corridor Way, aims to provide a welcoming atmosphere with a focus on customer service and community values. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 100 guests will receive free chicken […]
The Eat Shop
The Eat Shop is expanding its footprint in Johnson County with a new location opening in Marion. This cafe has been known for its fresh and local ingredients, creating a cozy atmosphere for patrons. The new Marion opening is much anticipated, as the popularity of The Eat Shop continues to grow. With an emphasis on […]