Frank & Lupe’s
Iconic Mexican restaurant reopening in Gainey Ranch after closing Old Town location. Will feature modern Southwestern decor while maintaining original Bernal family recipes for enchiladas, fajitas and green chile.
Bincho-Don
Island-focused takeout concept offering globally inspired comfort cuisine with Caribbean, Guyanese, Honduran, and Filipino influences. Opening in former More Than Q space at Easton Public Market.
Pawn Shop
Neighborhood bar and restaurant at Melrose Avenue and Cahuenga Boulevard, transforming former Brothers Collateral building into sports bar with luxury boxes. Led by James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Messina. Soft opening planned for May, aiming to open before World Cup matches in June.
Backbeat Hotel Restaurant
Full-service restaurant within the six-story Backbeat Hotel development in Boystown. The hotel will also feature a basement speakeasy and lounge, and rooftop pool deck.
Chipotle
Chipotle restaurant with drive-thru coming to Village of Lansing at former Imperial Kitchen Buffet site. Site plan approved February 24, 2026. Construction expected to take 5 months with demolition starting in March 2026.
Cook Out
North Carolina-based restaurant Cook Out purchased the deed to former Ollie’s Neighborhood Grill location, indicating potential expansion into Santa Rosa County
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will open their first southern Indiana location in a former Dairy Queen on Veterans Parkway in Clarksville. Construction expected to begin within the next few months.
No Name Deli
No Name Deli is relocating from its longtime Marion Street location to a newly renovated space on Laurel Street. The restaurant will be closed Feb. 27 through March 1 for the transition and will officially reopen March 3, 2026.
Jaycee Park Concession Bistro
Kearns Restaurant Group proposes to operate a concession bistro and food truck court at Jaycee Park. The park is nearing completion of major renovations with reopening expected in late April. Kearns would complete interior buildout and manage operations under a proposed 20-year agreement.
Osteria Amicia
Italian restaurant opening at Eddy Street Commons next to parking garage entrance, at former Urban Outfitters site. Already has location in Elkhart.