Unnamed Cafe (200 N Galvez St)
A cafe concept is planned for the former Star Lock & Key building at 200 N Galvez St in the Treme-Lafitte area, one block from Canal Street. Building owner Roscoe Wells confirmed the cafe concept but offered no additional details. Structural renovations have been approved including a new kitchen, roof, and ADA bathroom. The operation […]
Phin de Louisiane
Vietnamese-influenced café specializing in traditional phin coffee using slow-brew technique. Will offer Vietnamese iced coffee, Saigon Ube Latte, matcha drinks, and Thai-style iced tea. Grew out of a pop-up called Katie’s Brewhouse. Located in a plaza in Youngsville, Lafayette Parish, LA. Currently under construction and slated to open fall 2026.
Swig
Utah-based dirty soda chain Swig is opening its first Baton Rouge location at Long Farm Village, off Airline Highway. The 2,400 sq ft space is part of a newly constructed 10,200 sq ft multi-tenant building. Developer Russell Mosely expects it to open by September 2026. This will be the third Louisiana location for the chain.
Crepe Haven
Upcoming dessert cafe offering sweet crepes, dessert waffles, mini pancakes, specialty lattes, milkshakes, and more. Located in a high-profile plaza. Currently hiring staff. Will be open Monday through Sunday. No opening date announced yet.
Blazin’ Hot Chicken
Blazin’ Hot Chicken, a Louisiana-based hot chicken chain born in Lake Charles, is expanding with a planned location in Broussard (Lafayette Parish) at 240 Albertson Pkwy in a former Wendy’s connected to a gas station. No opening date has been announced. The chain currently has five locations across Louisiana including one in New Orleans, and […]
Cook Out
Cook Out fast-food chain has purchased a building at 755 West Lee Drive in Baton Rouge near LSU for $2.75 million. This will be the chain’s first Louisiana location. The area includes other chains like Fuego Tortilla Grill, Dutch Bros Coffee, and Dave’s Hot Chicken. Cook Out is known for char-grilled burgers, chicken, hot dogs, […]
Larue Seafood and Gumbo
New seafood and gumbo restaurant taking over former 2 Phat Vegans location. Owner previously operated in Atlanta. Menu includes seafood platters, po-boys, and gumbo.
Origami Sushi
Origami Sushi is moving from their Freret Street location to a new location on Maple Street in a former PJ’s Coffee flagship location. Will continue as a full-service Japanese fusion sushi restaurant.
All Day
All-day café concept by hospitality consultant Justin Audibert offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks with diverse menu including Asian, Mexican, Italian, and American fare. Located in Parc Lafayette mixed-use development.
Kingston Cravinz
7,000 square foot Jamaican restaurant and event center with full bar and live music performances. Owner has roots in Jamaica and also owns Liquid Gardens smoothie cafe in Slidell.