Regent Restaurant & Bar
Opening 2024 Under the direction of chef Christopher Smith, the soon-to-open Regent Restaurant & Bar in Saratoga Springs promises a French-inspired culinary experience. Located in the Hotel Brookmere, the restaurant replaces the former Longfellows location and is set to open later this year. Smith’s approach blends Capital Region influences with French cuisine, aiming to create […]
Wingstop
Wingstop is planning its first store in Buffalo, located at 2310 Delaware Ave at Hertel Avenue. Franchisees Lewis Carter and Howard O’Brien, who previously opened three sites in Rochester, received a change of use permit to convert the space for restaurant use. The renovation will cost $290,000. This will be the third national wing franchise […]
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Opening 2024 The Tropical Smoothie Cafe in DeWitt is part of the upcoming expansion in the Syracuse area by the well-known smoothie chain. Located at the new plaza at the corner of Erie Boulevard East and Bridge Street, this cafe will offer a variety of smoothies, wraps, sandwiches, and flatbreads. The exact date of the […]
Comedor
Chef Jakob White, a native of the Glens Falls area, is set to open a new restaurant in the Empire Theater building, taking over the former Flight Restaurant space. A painter has been working on revitalizing the area. White previously established Comedor in Newton, Massachusetts, and is returning with expertise from the Boston area. The […]
Unnamed Wood-Fired Restaurant
A new wood-fired restaurant is set to open in downtown Schenectady, bringing a unique dining option to the area. Although specific details such as the exact address and opening date have not been provided, there is a growing interest from the community. The concept of a wood-fired restaurant is appealing, as it not only emphasizes […]
Stage 585
Stage 585 is a new restaurant and bar that will be moving into the former Nocino space at Eastview Mall. The venue promises a vibrant atmosphere featuring live music, craft cocktails, and upscale bites, aiming to engage diners with performances likely on weekends. The interior will be remodeled to include a stage to support this […]
Patron Saint
Opening November 2024 Patron Saint is a classic American steakhouse set to open in downtown Rochester in November 2024, after nearly two years of planning. The restaurant will emphasize dry-aged steaks cooked on a high-end Jade broiler, accompanied by traditional sides and a variety of seafood options. The ambiance features an intimate, luxurious design that […]
Gray Willow
Opening Late November or early December 2024 Gray Willow is a new brewpub and restaurant in the rural hamlet of Earlton. The venue is set to open in late November or early December 2024, following a thorough renovation of the property previously known as Brennen’s Schoolhouse Inn, which operated from 1971 to 2022. The brewpub […]
Kanoon Smoked Meat and Steakhouse
Kanoon Smoked Meat and Steakhouse is set to open in the vacant storefront at Fishkill Plaza. Known for being the first halal smokehouse in New Jersey, Kanoon offers a unique combination of American BBQ flavors infused with Middle Eastern spices. Their menu features a variety of expertly smoked and grilled meats, such as beef ribs […]
Erie Canal Pickleball Center
The Erie Canal Pickleball Center is set to open soon in the busy DeWitt Town Center, transforming the space previously occupied by a Sky Zone trampoline park into an indoor pickleball center complete with a restaurant and bar. This new venue aims to cater to the growing popularity of pickleball while providing a dining experience […]