Gravy
New lunch spot from Pamplona Tapas Bar owners taking over former Pat’s Downtown space. Menu will include meatball stew, sticky chicken, burgers, bowls, wraps and sandwiches. Also planning to add a cocktail lounge.
Chicken’s Kitchen
James Beard-recognized meat-and-three restaurant moving from West Bank to new East Bank location in New Orleans CBD. Original location closing Feb 13, new location opening around May 1.
Feliciana Bistrôt
French bistro by BRG Hospitality Group opening in downtown Covington. Kitchen helmed by Patrick Teagle. Part of larger revitalization effort. Rooftop will feature Paradise Cocktail Lounge.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
New Tropical Smoothie Cafe location coming to former Taco Bell space in Broussard, Louisiana. Renovations currently underway. Locally-owned franchise in the Acadiana area.
Bourbon St. Daiquiris
Cajun bar and restaurant concept being developed by Houston daiquiri shop owner. Will feature full bar and food menu, not just daiquiris. Currently in permitting process.
Ruthie’s Frozen Custard
Frozen custard spot coming to Uptown New Orleans on Freret Street corridor. Will feature walk-up window, counter, banquette seating, back patio area with seating, and ADA ramp. Owner working on creating space with high-quality frozen custard.
Istrouma at Sugar Farms
Brewery and restaurant relocating from St. Gabriel to Baton Rouge. Known for craft beer, pizzas, tacos with local ingredients, and scratch-made ice cream and cheese. Family and pet-friendly establishment.
Fat Pat’s Kitchen (FPK)
New-build restaurant that appears to be a rebrand or spin-off of existing Fat Pat’s Bar & Grill brand, with regional restaurateur Mitch Rotolo involved in the development
Fat Back’s Food Shack
Soul food restaurant owned by Lindsey Carrere and family, with chef Larry Carrere creating menu featuring fried chicken, greens, sweet potatoes. Will include limited bar menu with six daiquiri machines. Plans to renovate building facade with mural.
Terrestrial Funk
Unique restaurant-retail concept combining music and food with international menu, small selection of alcohol, live entertainment, and vinyl/clothing sales. Owner previously operated successful record label in Miami.