Queen Eats Bistro & Bar
Food truck and concessions company Queen Eats & Royal Treats is expanding to brick-and-mortar with Queen Eats Bistro & Bar. They serve Baton Rouge Soul Food including red beans and wings, Cajun shrimp pasta, and pulled pork sandwiches. Have contracts with LSU and Southern University.
Crescent City Cafe
Pay-what-you-can nonprofit café opening brick-and-mortar location after serving free breakfasts from church since 2009. Will serve brunch six days a week with donation-based model.
Santa Picanha
Casual Brazilian barbecue restaurant offering churrasco-style meats by weight, including picanha, skirt steak, and traditional sausages. Owner has been doing catering and pop-ups for over a decade and is opening permanent location after passing inspections.
Matassa’s
Historic French Quarter grocer Matassa’s Market expanding into restaurant business with Mediterranean flavors and wood-fired pizzas. Owner seeking zoning change and currently in neighborhood participation program for approval.
Swamp’s Bayou Kitchen
Long-time caterer Travin Johnson opening brick-and-mortar takeout restaurant featuring greatest hits from his Swampwaterboyz Catering menus including jambalaya, pasta-laya, fried pork chops, fried ribs, chicken wings, and seafood boils. Located in former Jude’s Hot Chicken and Shakes space.
Trader Joe’s
16,500-square-foot grocery store location with construction underway by Triton Construction. Located at corner of Camellia Boulevard and Bluebird Drive, across from Rouses Market.
Bonafried
Fried chicken sandwich restaurant converting from former Splish Splash Washateria, operated by Stephen Maher and Rebecca Elizabeth Hollingsworth who started as a pop-up and food truck. Will feature sandwiches, fries, salads and full bar.
Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs location being planned for former Subway location. Permit filing for minor renovations has been submitted. Will specialize in hot subs with premium meats and cheeses.
Downtown Daiquiri Lounge
Daiquiri lounge opening in former Legacy nightclub space, described as offering ‘great vibes and an amazing chill spot’
Joe’s Pizza and Pasta Italian Restaurant
Italian restaurant featuring classic pasta dishes, rich sauces, and expertly crafted pizzas made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Part of what appears to be an expanding brand with locations also planned in Sulphur and New Orleans.