AEROLUX Hotel
AEROLUX Hotel is a 121-suite short-term stay hotel occupying floors 4-7 of the AERO1200 mixed-use development in Seattle’s Denny Triangle. The project is developed by OPTrust (Canadian pension fund) alongside Cobalt and general contractor JTM Construction. The building features a suspended Boeing 747 fuselage in a multi-story galleria. Expected completion is early 2027.
JW Marriott
A new JW Marriott hotel is opening near 55 Allen Plaza in Downtown Atlanta this summer (2026). The hotel is mentioned as being adjacent to the office tower and will add meeting facilities, restaurants, and hospitality amenities to the surrounding district. Limited details available as the hotel is a secondary mention in an office leasing […]
Fiorenza Italian
Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant opening summer 2026 in the Agincourt retail center. Florence-raised restaurateur Jessi Qilafi will offer regional Italian cuisine including house-made pastas, Pappardelle al Ragù, Pici Cacio e Pepe, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Executive Chef Eugene Thompson (18+ years experience) will lead the kitchen; Jesus Ramirez will oversee the beverage program focusing on Italian […]
Dough in the Box Donuts
Dough in the Box Donuts is opening its fourth location at 237 Mitchell St SW in Atlanta, GA. The new spot will be a grab-and-go express store serving coffee, doughnuts, croissants, bagels, and 45 types of doughnuts. Owned by husband-and-wife team Jesus and Dannia Balestena, who currently operate three locations in Marietta, Downtown Austell, and […]
PITA Mediterranean Street Food
Fast-casual Mediterranean chain expanding to Roswell, GA. Multi-unit franchisee Ahmad Alsalman will open a 1,200-square-foot location at Crabapple Park targeting late June 2026. Menu includes gyros, pitas, falafel, bowls, salads, and baklava. Alsalman also owns existing PITA locations in Halcyon/Alpharetta, Snellville, and Lawrenceville.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is returning to Lynn, MA after more than 30 years away. The new franchise location at 414 Broadway is currently under construction and hiring crew members, cashiers, and kitchen staff. The franchisee is aiming to open before the end of June 2026. No official opening date has been set due to ongoing construction […]
Daily Provisions
Daily Provisions, an all-day café concept from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, is preparing to open a new location at 501 Boylston St in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. This will be the brand’s third Greater Boston location, joining existing/upcoming outposts in Cambridge’s Harvard Square and the Seaport District. The café is known for crullers, […]
On the Bun
Retro-style smash burger joint inspired by classic American burger stands and 1950s diners. Menu will feature smash burgers, hand-cut fries, milkshakes, and local draft beer, with vegetarian options in development. Space is currently under construction in Downtown Lowell. Owners are Hector Rodriguez and Mila Hernandez. Aiming to open late June 2026.
Pokeworks
Pokeworks fast-casual poke bowl franchise expanding in Greater Boston. Two locations confirmed: Burlington Marketplace at 68-82 Burlington Mall Rd (Q2 2026) and Hanover Crossing at 1775 Washington St, Unit 610, Hanover, MA 02339 (summer 2026). Franchise partners Rong Cong and Lelin Kandel are operating under a seven-unit development agreement signed in 2024. Additional sites being […]
Union Square Donuts
Family-owned Somerville-based donut and specialty coffee shop expanding to its ninth location at Derby Street Shops in Hingham. Known for scratch-made donuts and specialty coffee. Will offer rotating creative donuts, fan-favorite classics, vegan options, and a full coffee program including espresso, matcha, and seasonal drinks. Slated to open summer 2026.