Long Island Cafe
Long Island Cafe is opening a second location in Marshall, MI near Exit 110 off Interstate 94, next to Johnny’s Markets at 15423 US Highway 27 N. The cafe specializes in breakfast and lunch, known for items like The Tsunami omelette, Island Sandwiches, and pancake tacos. Space is currently under construction with a target opening […]
Emerald Oak Irish Pub
Irish pub and restaurant being built by Limerick, Ireland natives Gillian and Eammon Nestor under their hospitality company Auld Neds Hospitality. Located in the former Oakwood Bistro space. Demolition recently completed with a three-month build-out underway, targeting a fall 2026 opening. Menu will feature beers on tap, whiskeys, cocktails, fish and chips, and traditional Irish […]
Hungry Habibi
Third location of Mediterranean chain Hungry Habibi, owned by brothers Manar and Wameedh Zeebaree. Located at 53169 Hayes Rd (formerly a beauty salon) at the intersection of 24 Mile Road, sharing a building with Wing Snob. Serves shawarma, hummus, kafta skewers, and combo trays. Opening date not yet announced but hiring process has just begun; […]
Tonto’s Coney World
New coney island hot dog concept near Western Michigan University, serving Detroit-style coney dogs with chili sauce, mustard, and onions. Moving into a former Hertz space. Owner Mike ‘Tonto’ Alexander is promoting via printed business cards offering one free coney dog. Website forthcoming. Under construction at time of article.
Ray’s
New York-originated ‘hometown bar’ Ray’s is opening a Detroit location in Parker’s Alley at 19 E. Grand River. The bar will seat around 60 people with bar stools, booths, and a private event space. Menu will feature bar snacks, Guinness, frozen drinks, and martinis. Open daily with no reservations. Co-owned by Carlos Quirarte (Authentic Hospitality), […]
Game Day Social Sports Tavern
Sports bar and tavern under construction at The Boardwalk shopping plaza on Orchard Lake Road. Owner Brandon Bahoura states opening will be sometime next month (August 2026), though no specific date is set yet. Menu includes pub-style food, craft cocktails, beer, wine, and seltzers. This is the second location following their recently opened Canton flagship […]
Condado Tacos
Condado Tacos is planning a new location at Fairlane Green Shopping Center in Allen Park, MI. The taco and margarita chain, founded in 2014, has over 50 US locations. No opening date has been announced. The location is not yet listed on their website. It will join Cava, Jersey Mike’s, and Shake Shack at the […]
Chick-fil-A 8 Mile & Woodward
Chick-fil-A confirmed a new location at the SE corner of 8 Mile Road & Ralston St. in Detroit, near a Meijer store and the Jason Hargrove Transit Center. Construction is underway with building permits issued June 29, 2026, at a construction cost of $1.2 million. The location will be a fast-food restaurant with drive-through and […]
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s chicken finger chain opening its third metro Detroit location in Novi on Aug. 3, 2026. Plans include an opening day party with giveaways and a chance to win free Cane’s for a year. Hiring 130 employees with interviews running through July 25 at Homewood Suites in Novi. All positions start at $15/hour.
Olga’s Fresh
Olga’s Fresh is a new, more customizable concept from the 56-year-old Olga’s brand, featuring Mediterranean ingredients and a build-as-you-order model. Opening its first location in Troy, MI next week (week of July 15, 2026).