Gioia’s Deli
Century-old St. Louis sandwich shop known for hot salami plans to open its sixth location in Wentzville, MO. The deli will occupy part of a 4,800-square-foot three-tenant retail building at 1066 Wentzville Parkway near Meyer Road. The Wentzville Board of Aldermen approved plans on May 27, 2026. Building will be constructed from the ground up. […]
Khao Soi Cowboy
James Beard Award finalist Nick Bognar’s fourth restaurant concept, an all-day casual Southeast Asian dive bar and restaurant focused on ‘purposefully inauthentic’ Northern Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine. Will feature late-night dining, cocktails, to-go options, and walk-ins. Chef de cuisine Mark Silva will lead alongside Bognar. Prices expected to be the most approachable across Bognar’s […]
Sol Cocina Mexicana
New Mexican restaurant, sister concept to Ixtapa Fine Mexican Cuisine. Will seat 180 inside and 30 on patio. Menu mirrors Ixtapa’s offerings including street tacos, chiles rellenos, molcajete, and elevated Mexican dishes. Will also feature the Hernández family tequila brand Estampa Charra in cocktails. Owned by Alex Hernández, 24, son of Ixtapa co-owner Alejandro Hernández. […]
Safi Fresh
Safi Fresh, a fast-casual concept serving salads, wraps, bowls, and smoothies, is opening a new pop-up location at the historic 18th & Vine district in Kansas City as part of the Open Doors program tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The pop-up will feature a modified menu, outdoor seating, and televised events. Owner LaRonda […]
District Biskuits
District Biskuits is opening a new location near 63rd and The Paseo in Kansas City, taking over the recently closed District Fish & Pasta House space. Ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 30 at 10:30 a.m., doors open at 8 a.m. First 100 customers receive free goodies. Primarily a breakfast sandwich spot; Howlin’ Fouls evening hot chicken […]
Huey Magoo’s
Huey Magoo’s fast-casual chicken tender chain is expanding into the Kansas City metro with 10 planned locations across Missouri and Kansas counties. The first location opens in September 2026 at 4049 Little Blue Parkway in Independence, MO. A second location at 2002 N. Commercial St. in Harrisonville, MO is planned by end of 2026, featuring […]
Artifact Coffee
Artifact Coffee is opening June 6 in the former Vested Coffee shop location in downtown KC’s garment district. Hours will be 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily except Tuesdays. Menu will feature house-made syrups, coffee and matcha, artful details, and locally-made goods for purchase.
The Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory is opening a new location at West County Center’s Restaurant Village in Des Peres (St. Louis area), MO. Construction is currently underway and the restaurant is expected to open in fall 2026. David Overton is founder, chairman and CEO of The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated.
Khao Soi Cowboy
James Beard Award finalist Nick Bognar’s fourth restaurant concept, an all-day casual Southeast Asian dive bar and restaurant focused on ‘purposefully inauthentic’ Northern Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine. Will feature late-night dining, cocktails, to-go options, and walk-ins. Chef de cuisine Mark Silva will lead alongside Bognar. Prices expected to be the most approachable across Bognar’s […]
Sol Cocina Mexicana
New Mexican restaurant, sister concept to Ixtapa Fine Mexican Cuisine. Will seat 180 inside and 30 on patio. Menu mirrors Ixtapa’s offerings including street tacos, chiles rellenos, molcajete, and elevated Mexican dishes. Will also feature the Hernández family tequila brand Estampa Charra in cocktails. Owned by Alex Hernández, 24, son of Ixtapa co-owner Alejandro Hernández. […]