Ziggi’s Coffee
Ziggi’s Coffee, a Colorado-based coffee chain, is preparing to open a new drive-thru location in Wesley Chapel. Plan review paperwork has been submitted for the location.
Espresso Gallery & Cafe
New cafe featuring espresso, bubble tea, New York bagels, pastries, and comfort foods. Will include gathering spaces, outdoor gazebo with waterfall, and plans for future beer/wine service and live music stage. Owner aims to create a community gathering place.
Arby’s
New Arby’s location planned by AES Group, LLC franchisee. Plan review documents have been submitted for the McCall Road location.
Velvet Coupe
Cozy, lounge-style wine bar opening in 1,450-square-foot space formerly occupied by Baked in the Burg. Will seat 30-35 with Italian-focused wine list, beer, champagne, and small plates. Owner previously operated Wine House Social in Delray Beach.
Better Blend
Better Blend smoothie franchise making Florida debut with first location in Brandon area, part of three-location Tampa Bay expansion. Known for healthy, low-sugar, high-protein smoothies, acai bowls, and protein smoothie bowls.
Crispy Cones
Crispy Cones ice cream chain location planned for Countryside Square shopping center. Plan review documents submitted by Clearwater Cones, LLC. Features rotisserie-made cones with soft serve ice cream and various toppings.
The Lazy Goat
BBQ food truck moving into permanent brick-and-mortar location. Headed by pitmaster Michael Wheeler and owner Candis Haney, serving BBQ twice a week plus Southern cuisine including smothered chicken, meatloaf, breakfast sandwiches, and Cuban sandwiches. Will operate 11 a.m. until sold out.
ShibShib
Middle Eastern cocktail bar featuring inventive cocktails infused with Middle Eastern flavors and sharable small plates. Owner Ahmed Suliman previously operated Cafe Suliman in Melrose Market.
Bong Bong Bar
Champagne-focused bar with Vietnamese bites opening at Harvest development. Owned by Andy Phan and wife Brooke. Will serve champagne flights, Vietnamese-French fusion food, and operate 2pm-11pm.
Good Medicine
Cafe and event space featuring African and indigenous ancestry themes, operating as Good Medicine Apothecary during daytime (8am-4pm) serving teas, coffees, and hosting evening events with music, food and drinks rooted in cultural traditions