2Bird’s
2Bird’s is Stonewall’s first bar, named after the B-52 bombers flown at Barksdale Air Force Base. It is part of Brassica Farm, a new multipurpose event venue located at 1683 Evergreen Blvd in Stonewall. The venue aims to create a community gathering place with shopping, live music, food trucks, and more. The bar was conceived […]
Wendy’s
A planned development called Paradise Plaza in Lafayette Parish, located in Youngsville along Chemin Metairie Parkway, is set to include a new Wendy’s franchise. The location will be operated by Haza Foods, a Texas-based franchisee with nearly 390 stores nationwide and 78 in Louisiana. This will be Haza Foods’ fourth Wendy’s location in Lafayette Parish. […]
Unnamed Coffee Shop
A new coffee shop is being developed by Ruben Chavez, an Acadiana restaurateur known for revitalizing old restaurant spaces with Tex-Mex concepts. The project involves converting a former Chili’s location at 3905 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy in Lafayette into a spacious cafe featuring a covered patio. The building was purchased by Chavez’s company in late 2020 […]
Big Sky Steakhouse
Opening 2025-08-04 Big Sky Steakhouse, a beloved regional favorite with over 30 years of history, is set for a grand reopening on August 4, 2025. Located within the Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Louisiana, the steakhouse has undergone a complete renovation inspired by the Acadian culinary traditions of Southwest Louisiana. The reimagined menu highlights prime […]
Red River Billiards
Pedro’s Tacos & Tequila Bar
Opening 2026-06-30 Pedro’s Tacos & Tequila Bar is set to open a new location in Scott, LA at the 600 block of I-10 North Frontage Road, adjacent to the Lourdes Emergency Room in the expanding Destination Pointe development. This new site will emulate the original Lafayette location by offering a full menu of Mexican classics […]
Tofu House
Opening 2025-07-31 Tofu House is opening a second location next to Pho Bang in Metairie, Louisiana. The new spot is expected to open later in July 2025 and will expand the presence of this restaurant brand. The location is currently being prepared for opening.
Mid-City Thai Restaurant
A new Thai restaurant is being developed in Mid-City, New Orleans by the owners of the Dahla and former Thai Ocha restaurants. The new establishment is currently under construction and is anticipated to bring Thai cuisine to the Mid-City neighborhood once it opens.
Buc-ee’s Ruston
Buc-ee’s is expanding into Ruston, Louisiana with a new travel center that is currently under construction. This will be among the first locations in Louisiana for the company, reinforcing their expansion into new states. The location is planned to offer Buc-ee’s full service features, including fuel options and an extensive retail experience. The opening date […]
Applied Arts Coffee
Applied Arts Coffee is a new coffee shop opening soon in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans. It is expected to offer Scandinavian open-faced sandwiches and specialty coffee drinks. The restaurant is currently in pre-opening status.