Bojangles
Southern fast-food chain known for fried chicken, biscuits, and sweet tea opening its first Michigan location. Located at former Main St. Pub site, opening at 5:30 a.m.
Chick-fil-A Bay City
New Chick-fil-A restaurant opening with approximately 100 jobs, offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, third-party delivery and mobile pickup. Dylan Seitz selected as Owner-Operator. Free entrée promotion for guests in cow print on opening day.
Detroit Perk Coffee House
Third location for Detroit Perk Coffee House opening in Canton, will be their most expansive brunch house location. Construction is ongoing and has been planned for about four months.
Shibam Coffee
Yemeni coffee franchise opening new cafe in downtown Ann Arbor. Location is under construction and serves specialty Yemeni coffees, traditional milk tea, and pastries. Part of company’s Southeast Michigan expansion.
Brome Modern Eatery
Burger company opening three new Metro Detroit locations in Novi (February), Sterling Heights (May 1), and Livonia (December 1). Menu features burgers, hot honey crispy chicken, wild mushroom options, salads, appetizers, and milkshakes.
World Cup Cafe
New cafe concept opening inside Corktown Tavern, featuring appetizers, burgers, chicken kabob, and other casual fare. Will see increased attendance during FIFA World Cup from June-July.
Cardoon Cafe and Provisions
All-day cafe and bakery concept with European influences, serving sandwiches, pastries, pastas, and charcuterie boards. Owned by Tim and Nicole Ryan who also own Sylvan Table restaurant nearby.
Bloomfield Hollow
Luxury event space and catering venue on 30+ acres with capacity for 700 people, featuring sunken amphitheater. Owner of Mex, Beau’s Grillery, and Peas & Carrots Hospitality. Breaking ground later in 2026.
Starlite Diner & Coney Island
Starlite Diner & Coney Island is planning to reopen its Center Road location after being closed for months due to a vehicle crashing into the building in August. Currently hiring cooks and prep staff.
Hungry Howie’s
Hungry Howie’s pizza franchise location opening on Wayne State University campus to serve students, faculty and nearby neighborhoods. Owner is Faisal Khan, a lifelong franchising entrepreneur with deep operational experience.