Mildred’s
Restaurant and bar at the new Warbler Hotel, with food and beverage program developed by James Beard Award-winning Neal Bodenheimer and Kirk Estopinal of CureCo., and Executive Chef Andrew Zimmerman
MuDan Asian Cuisine
New dim sum restaurant opening in former Southern Pearl Oyster House space, serving dim sum and Chinese seafood dishes. Owned by Shi Jian Zheng and Stacy Chen who operate several other restaurants in the area.
King’s Seafood
Third location of King’s Seafood serving Cajun and American Chinese seafood. $1.45 million project on undeveloped land at intersection of Ambassador Caffery Pkwy and S Bernard Rd. Existing locations in New Iberia and Abbeville.
Tacos Awiwis
New taqueria from Habs Hospitality Group opening in former Lee’s Hamburgers space. Will offer two free tacos to first 100 customers on opening day.
Ted’s Frostop
Ted’s Frostop will return as anchor tenant in new student housing complex after current location is demolished. Will preserve legacy, recipes and branding.
Bayou Phoenix Hotel
Hotel planned as part of entertainment district at former Six Flags site in New Orleans East, includes indoor-outdoor waterpark. Development partners to be announced March 6, 2026. Project transitioning from planning to active construction preparation.
Omni Headquarters Hotel
Planned $500 million modern hotel with 1,000-room capacity and 100,000 square feet of meeting space. Located across from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Project is part of New Orleans’ bid to host the 2031 Super Bowl.
Cajun Beignet
Cajun breakfast spot opening in former Evangeline Restaurant space, serving 15 sweet and savory breakfast beignets, Cajun dishes, yakameins, and Hawaiian-style shaved ice. Owner’s first restaurant.
Verdanza Cafe
New cafe opening in Mid-City New Orleans serving specialty coffee beverages, baked goods, pastries, and light breakfast items. Will offer grab-n-go and dine-in options. Located in former Love’s Cafe’ and Lounge space.
Lou and Laura’s
Family-owned restaurant opening second location in Pineville. Ground-up construction underway at site where their food truck is currently stationed. Serves comfort food including burgers, broasted chicken, fried seafood and po’boys.