Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A planning new location in Royal Oak without drive-thru, specific opening date not yet announced but expected this spring
Savvy Sliders
Farmington Hills-based chain making their debut in the Kalamazoo/Portage area, along with Happy’s Pizza, filling the former J. Gumbo’s location. Limited information available about opening timeline.
Sunda New Asian
Pan-Asian restaurant chain opening fourth location near Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena. 6,000-square-foot space seats 200+ guests with patio. Features dishes like Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice and Japanese Wagyu Tomahawk Steak.
North Fork
Student-operated restaurant inside the Northern Center at Northern Michigan University, run by culinary arts students as part of their training program. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays until April 2nd.
Residence Inn by Marriott
Five-story, 128-room Residence Inn by Marriott hotel with estimated cost of $40 million. Developed by Grand Rapids-based BDR Inc. and Zeeland-based 6PM Hospitality Partners LLC. Will cater to business and leisure travelers.
Belkis Bistro
Venezuelan food truck expanding to brick-and-mortar restaurant location. Owner hopes to open in about two weeks pending inspections. Will serve similar menu items as food truck including stuffed arepas, crispy tequenos and golden empanadas.
Vita’s Cakery
Vita’s Cakery owner transitioning from home-based custom baking business to first brick-and-mortar bakery storefront. Will serve ready-to-go desserts and specialty coffees. Address and specific opening date not yet released.
Unnamed New Concept
New unnamed restaurant concept opening in the former Mutiny Bar space. Owners are planning a ‘refreshing and rebranding’ of the space. Details on the new concept have not yet been revealed.
Kyuu Cafe
New coffee shop and matcha bar coming to Shelby Township. Co-owner Martin Yono hopes to have a soft opening in mid-to-late March. The name means 9 in Japanese and they will serve specialty matchas and coffees made in-house. Currently hiring baristas and working through inspections.
Hopcat
Hopcat opening their 12th Michigan location at Great Lakes Crossing outlets. Space designed for 300 guests near entry 6 of the mall, close to AMC Star Theater. Chain known for craft beer and comfort food.