Olivelli Deli
New deli concept replacing Reigning Doughnuts, serving deli sandwiches and soft serve at walk-up window with plans for small buildout
Fly Kid Fly
Coffee shop Fly Kid Fly will take a 1,700-square-foot space at The Station development. Helmed by the Durban Group, they already have a location at Bowl at Ballantyne. Menu includes espresso drinks with signature items like Cloudburst and Rare Air.
Asheville River Cabins
WorldHotels glamping resort expanding into experiential travel sector as part of nature-focused retreats under the WorldHotels brand
La Vecina
New community gathering spot offering inspired plates and handcrafted cocktails. Partnership between Bocao Sushi owners and Moo & Brew’s Ken Thomas. Features patio space and grab-and-go taco window in 600-square-foot building.
Wyatt’s Superfine
Four-story restaurant in historic 1903 Leeper & Wyatt building, featuring kitchen in basement, parlor-style first floor, fine-dining second floor, and solarium on third floor. Menu inspired by turn-of-century American dishes and 1904 World’s Fair items.
Tapside Pizza
Partnership between Primal Brewery and ASM Group to open Tapside Pizza within Primal Brewery. Will serve artisanal pizza including classics and specialty options, plus appetizers and build-your-own pizza options.
Roz Cafe
Mediterranean cafe concept from Roz Grill owner Ahmad Altaany, focusing on breakfast-lunch with items like shakshuka, savory pies, and pastries. Located in The Joinery mixed-use development in Optimist Park.
Small Bar NoDa
Third location for Small Bar brand opening at The Joinery mixed-use development in Optimist Park. Will offer lunch, dinner, beer, cocktails, games, karaoke and live DJs.
Cielo Café
Coffee shop and cafe with Mexican pastries and Christian focus, owned by husband-and-wife team David Saldaña and Montse Vazquez. Taking over former La Costa Mexican restaurant location.
Asheville River Cabins
WorldHotels glamping resort expanding into experiential travel sector as part of nature-focused retreats. Part of WorldHotels’ 2026 growth plans with approximately 40 hotels in development.