Big John Buffet

Southern comfort food buffet restaurant opening in former Cantina Tortilla Grille location in West Homewood. Owner John Yoon previously operated restaurants in Birmingham and has a buffet in Conyers, Georgia. Currently hiring servers.

IHOP

IHOP opening at Irving Big Stop location, hiring 30 employees, will be open 6am-8pm seven days a week. Third IHOP developed by Ouimet Resources in Maine.

Hollywood East Brewseum

Film- and TV-themed restaurant celebrating movies and TV shows filmed in Wilmington. Located in former Rose Ice & Coal building. Will feature elevated movie theater concessions, film/TV-themed decor, and family-friendly atmosphere. Construction expected to begin in coming weeks.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop

Award-winning sandwich shop known for handcrafted cheesesteaks and turkey subs. Will offer order-ahead, online ordering, third-party delivery, and catering services. Franchise owner has 25+ years business experience.

Chick-fil-A

Judge has ordered the Town of Collierville to approve a new Chick-fil-A location after a two-year lawsuit. The town will follow the ruling and discuss plans at a meeting next month.

The Habit Burger & Grill

New location of The Habit Burger & Grill chain opening with preview events for first 200 people who sign up online

Mami Nora’s

Peruvian chicken restaurant known for charcoal-roasted birds opening new permanent location at Raleigh Iron Works

The Vintage Vault

1920s-themed restaurant and lounge in historic 1928 former Barnett Bank building. Will feature full-service dining, multiple lounge areas, and live music on second-floor mezzanine. Seating for at least 125 guests. Anticipated hours 11am-10pm for lunch and dinner.

H3 Ranch

H3 Ranch restaurant will temporarily close in early April 2026 for $30M renovation as part of Stockyards Entertainment District expansion and is anticipated to reopen later in 2026

La Vibra

Prospective bar seeking liquor license approval from Community Board 3. Owners are Arelia Taveras and Katherine Hincapie. Board voted 14-12 to recommend granting the license despite committee opposition.