Maria’s Gourmet Café
Maria’s Gourmet, a popular North Shore gourmet market based in Marblehead, is expanding with a new café at 149 Humphrey Street in Swampscott. The café will offer homemade prepared foods, baked goods, coffee, and café fare similar to the Marblehead market. No opening date has been announced yet; project is in early stages. Owner is […]
Myungin Dumplings
California-based Korean dumpling (mandu) chain set to open a new Chinatown location within Kangnam Square in Las Vegas. Founded by Yu Jin in Los Angeles in 2007, the brand specializes in handmade Korean-style mandu and gained fame from a 2013 Anthony Bourdain ‘Parts Unknown’ feature. Opening confirmed by founder Yu Jin; Clark County permit filed. […]
Nagaiki Ramen
Okinawa-inspired brothless ramen (abura soba) concept opening in Las Vegas Chinatown district within Shanghai Plaza, taking over former Noodle Nest space. Bowls priced $16-$19. Buildout underway per signage. Clark County permit filed. Managing partner/brand ambassador is Steve Young of NAGAIKI RAMEN LV LLC. Opening anticipated later in 2026.
Krush Groove Cafe
Krush Groove Cafe is a new cafe concept planning to open in The Historic Commercial Center District World Village in Winchester/Las Vegas Valley. CEO and Founder Charles Moore confirmed an expected Oct./Nov. 2026 opening, pending permits. No website or social media yet; concept details limited but expected to serve coffee. City of Las Vegas permit […]
Tuxedos Pizza and Chilly Cups
A new pizza food truck called Tuxedos Pizza and Chilly Cups is being launched by B.K. Trucking Enterprise, L.L.C. Plan review documents have been submitted and the business is registered at St. Augustine Commissary, a commercial kitchen at 233 W King St., Suite A. The truck will serve pizza and ‘chilly cups’. Owner Benjamin was […]
Bushrangers Brewery
The Kookaburra Coffee’s owner Spencer Hooker is developing Bushrangers Brewery at the company’s roastery and corporate headquarters. The project received unanimous approval from St. Johns County Planning and Zoning Agency for a zoning variance and special use permit. The brewery will produce beer, cider, and possibly mead, with a full kitchen offering food pairings. The […]
Sissy Dogs
Mobile food brand specializing in hot dogs and sausages with various toppings (relish, coleslaw, chili, cheese, sauerkraut, onions, banana peppers), plus chips and soft drinks. Owner Terrie is currently going through the permitting process. Possible locations include the BP at 6573 Commonwealth Ave or the Home Depot at 855 Lane Ave S in Jacksonville, FL. […]
Arepa 58 Latin Kitchen
Arepa 58 Latin Kitchen is a Venezuelan-inspired restaurant currently under construction at The Shoppes at Valley Ridge in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. It will occupy the former Dank Burrito space. Menu is expected to focus on arepas and traditional Venezuelan fare. No opening date announced.
Pour Decisions Craft Coffee and Beer
Vietnamese-inspired specialty coffee and craft beer taproom expanding from Bay Area, CA to Houston’s The Heights neighborhood. This is the brand’s first Texas location and fourth overall. Grand opening August 8, 2026 at 10am with gift bags for first 100 customers. Will open alongside the Foundry on 19th. Features patio space for community events.
Pokeworks
Pokeworks fast-casual poke chain is planning to open a new location in the Dunham Pointe master-planned community in Cypress, TX. Development is signed with delivery expected in summer 2027. Franchisee Tony Shanar of Shanar Holdings will operate the location. This will be the 11th Greater Houston area Pokeworks location.