LoverBoy House Eats
New concept from Box Street All Day team opening in The Pearl district. Will offer morning coffee, leisurely lunch, and cocktails with vinyl in the evening. Construction slated to start in March and wrap up in July 2026.
La Fiesta 2 Mexican Restaurant
New Mexican restaurant opening at former Ramon’s El Dorado site. Owner has three other restaurants in the area. Menu will be different and bigger than other locations.
Toastique
Gourmet toast chain opening at Reston Town Center with grand opening planned for March 7, 2026. Franchise operated by Sharon Barnhart and her son Jake. Menu includes customizable toast, juices, smoothies, coffee, and wellness shots.
High Stakes by Bartolotta
European-inspired steakhouse from The Bartolotta Restaurants opening in former Rumpus Room space in downtown Milwaukee, featuring fine dining, cocktails and private dining room
Maroon
Chef Kwame Onwuachi’s new restaurant Maroon at SAHARA Las Vegas is conducting a three-day hiring fair for front- and back-of-house positions ahead of its anticipated opening later in 2026.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick entering Nevada market with six-unit development agreement in Las Vegas metropolitan area. Franchisees Mark and Cayla Rubalcaba will develop six locations across the market, marking the brand’s first Nevada restaurants.
Common Craft
Second location of Common Craft opening in South Boston, with James Beard award-winning chef Tony Messina overseeing the culinary program. Features taprooms, wine bar, speakeasy, and restaurant with menu including dumplings, cheeses, charcuterie, flatbreads, tacos, and burgers.
Culver’s
Culver’s location confirmed by Trussville Mayor Ben Short, will be located at former bank site across from Whataburger. No timeline provided for opening.
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A relocating to larger site at former CVS location. Demolition underway, construction expected to take 6-8 months. Current location will remain open until new site is ready.
Vibez on the River
Soul food restaurant with extended hours, two-level space with family dining upstairs and lounge atmosphere downstairs. Features catfish, lamb chops, and other Southern dishes. Soft opening Feb 21, grand opening March 7.