Charlotte’s
All-day neighborhood restaurant taking over the former Étoile space on Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans. Owned by Kyle Brechtel and developed by Brechtel Hospitality Group (Copper Vine, Vintage Rock Club, Fulton Alley). Will serve breakfast/brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Renovations are underway with planned updates to landscaping, porch, and patio. Expected to open […]
Fishbox Sushi
Fast-casual pay-by-weight sushi concept expanding to a second Acadiana location in Broussard, LA. The new location will mirror the original Lafayette site with refrigerated display cases of fresh rolls, nigiri, tofu pockets, and torched sushi. Expected to open toward the end of 2026.
PJ’s Coffee
New drive-thru PJ’s Coffee location opening in August 2026 at the corner of Government St and Acadian Thruway, converting a former CVS into a coffee shop. Owned and operated by Ballard Brands. Will offer handcrafted beverages, beignets, breakfast items, pastries, and customizable energy drinks. Located next to Catholic High School and near St. Joseph’s Academy. […]
The Cocktail Hour
A new rotating pop-up cocktail bar in the French Quarter of New Orleans, founded by Jewel of the South’s John Stubbs and Chris Hannah, with D.C. bartending vet Deke Dunne as partner. Starting mid-October through mid-June, the bar will host week-long residencies from ~30 world-class bars including Dead Rabbit (NYC), Panda & Sons (Edinburgh), and […]
Fiery Crab Seafood Restaurant and Bar
Fiery Crab Seafood Restaurant and Bar is preparing to open a new location at 2103 Pinnacle Pkwy in Covington, LA. The restaurant specializes in customizable Cajun-style seafood boils with options for seafood, seasonings, and spice levels. Menu also includes fried seafood baskets, po’boys, oysters, gumbo, pasta, appetizers, and cocktails. No specific opening date has been […]
Anam Cara Irish Pub & Eatery
Family-friendly Irish restaurant with a Louisiana twist, targeting a late August to early September 2026 opening. Menu features traditional Irish cuisine plus Louisiana favorites like award-winning gumbo, char-grilled Gulf oysters, lunch, dinner, and Saturday brunch. Plans for live music, LSU and Saints game broadcasts.
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub is opening a fourth location at 5440 Airline Drive in north Bossier Parish, next to Casa Jimador. The locally owned brewery and restaurant will feature craft beer, pizza, and an outdoor beer garden. Renovations are expected to begin in July 2026 ahead of a planned early 2027 opening. Owner Ben […]
Corner Pantry
Family-owned Corner Pantry is relocating its hot-food and catering business to 203 Winchester Drive (former Domino’s Pizza space) in Lafayette, LA. The business closed its longtime location at 801 Foreman Drive after 60+ years. The new location will focus on catering and takeout. No opening date has been announced yet.
Rise & Glaze Donuts
New donut and coffee shop opening in Baton Rouge’s Scotlandville community. Will offer handcrafted donuts (classic and specialty flavors), kolaches, breakfast items, and freshly brewed coffee. Features a sunrise-inspired theme. Owner targeting late August or early September 2026 opening, pending final inspections.
Procida
Southern Italian restaurant from chef Valeriano Chiella, evolved from his Fico Cucina pop-up. Named after the island of Procida off the coast of Naples. Menu will feature contemporary southern Italian cuisine rooted in traditional flavors. Opening expected in August 2026 in the Marigny neighborhood.