Oscar Food & Wine
Natural wine restaurant opening in Southeast Portland near Ladd’s Addition. Intimate space with 20 seats inside and 4 outside, operating hours 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Located in building that also houses a Plaid Pantry, formerly occupied by Kashiwagi sushi restaurant.
Nite Creamery
California-based ice creamery opening second Phoenix-area location. Creates ice cream to order using liquid nitrogen flash freezing. First franchise location operated by Nick Cantor and Flavio Salazar III.
The Henry
The Henry, part of Fox Restaurant Concepts, will open its third Valley location and first in North Scottsdale. The 7,000-square-foot restaurant will feature all-day dining, interior courtyard, walk-up coffee bar, and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with weekday happy hour and weekend brunch.
Santo Agave
Elevated Mexican cuisine restaurant with modern twist on traditional dishes, featuring tequila tastings, coal-fired cooking, and upscale atmosphere inspired by Mexico City and Riviera Maya. Located at Park West shopping center.
Clare House Social
A vintage home in Gilbert’s Heritage District transforming into a gathering place with outdoor bar, food, and games. Owner is merging cottage and Prep & Pastry spot next door, adding 1,400 square feet with pergola, TVs, and greenery.
Paris Baguette
French-inspired bakery and cafe opening at North Valley Power Center. Franchisees Sam Yoon and Thomas Park are expanding the brand throughout Greater Phoenix area with plans for at least 10 locations. Signage is up but no opening date announced.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is opening at Mesa’s Medina Station mixed-use development. The restaurant serves Hawaiian plate lunches with fresh ingredients and no freezers, fryers, or microwaves. Menu includes hulu huli chicken, luau pig, wraps, SPAM musubi, and Dole soft serve.
Merrick’s Tavern
Ground floor restaurant at The Brandywine Hotel featuring regional American classics with curated cocktail program spotlighting bourbon and rye. Part of Marriott Bonvoy Tribute Portfolio property.
Korshak Picnic Provisions
Picnic-inspired bodega-style eatery by Philip Korshak (known for Korshak Bagels) featuring hot dogs, prepared salads, and soft-serve ice cream. Located near Columbus Square Park in Passyunk Square neighborhood.
Maree
French-inspired bistro and bar owned by chef Marilyn Schlossbach and entrepreneur Bret Morgan, located in former Wells Fargo space. Menu will feature simple French cuisine with local sustainable ingredients.