Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle is planning to open a brand new location in Belmont at 6404 Wilkinson Blvd. Currently, the project is under construction with a grading permit issued to begin site preparation. The city of Belmont is reviewing construction plans and waiting for the development team to finalize details before granting further approvals to start vertical construction. […]

Bossy Beulah???s Chicken Shack

Bossy Beulah???s Chicken Shack specializes in fried chicken sandwiches, wings, tenders, and fries. It is operated by Charlotte restaurateur Jim Noble and is located beside Harriet???s Hamburgers.

Whataburger

Upcoming Whataburger location in Mooresville, NC, part of the expansion into North Carolina.

Chubby???s BBQ

Chubby???s BBQ is transitioning from a food truck to a brick-and-mortar location in Bessemer City. The restaurant will offer BBQ staples like pulled pork sandwiches, brisket, ribs, and chicken, with a special smoked item each week. It aims to fill the void of BBQ options in the city and will operate six days a week […]

Sake Express

KEYWORD MATCH: Restaurant closure. Sake Express is temporarily operating at the former site of Estia???s Kouzina while its permanent location is under construction. The restaurant is known for its Asian cuisine.

Whataburger

Texas-based burger chain making its debut in North Carolina with 10 new locations. Known for its spicy ketchup and Texas-style burgers. First location opening in Gastonia, with plans for additional locations in Charlotte, Hickory, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, and more.

Whataburger

Whataburger is planning to open new locations in Charlotte, NC, during the summer of 2025. Known for its burgers and fast-food offerings.

Jaggers

Jaggers is a new restaurant concept expanding into North Carolina, specifically with a location in Raleigh. As part of the larger Texas Roadhouse family, Jaggers is geared towards serving made-from-scratch meals, building on the beloved classic American steakhouse traditions. Currently, the Raleigh location is still in the early stages of development, with no confirmed opening […]

Peyote

Opening 2025-05-14 Peyote is a new seven-seat walk-up bar opening alongside Mala Pata on May 14, 2025, at Raleigh’s Gateway Plaza. It will serve a variety of drinks including beer, wine, and craft cocktails, with a focus on agave spirits. The bar aims to offer a more casual and lively atmosphere, reminiscent of mezcalerias found […]