Sugar Creek Brewing
Sugar Creek Brewing and restaurateur Martin Sprock purchased the former Cavendish Brewing space with plans for a Sugar Creek taproom, a barbecue restaurant called Dixon’s, and production facilities. Extensive construction is still ahead for the new site.
Laurel Market
Family-operated neighborhood market and deli relocating to a larger 3,500-square-foot space that will include a wine bar. Known for made-to-order sandwiches and salads.
Dash In
Convenience brand with fuel, car washes and food including breakfast sandwiches, pastries, hot sandwiches, flatbreads, grilled burritos, salads, wraps, burgers, and chicken wings. Part of expansion into Charlotte area with plans for 10 total locations in the region.
Waffle House
Third Waffle House location in Goldsboro, 1,800-square-foot restaurant at intersection of N.C. 581 South and Isaac Smith Road. Soft opening from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., plans to hire 15-20 employees initially and 25-30 total.
Raising Canes Chicken Fingers
Raising Canes Chicken Fingers opening new location across from NC State campus on Hillsborough Street. The exterior preserves the historic marquee as a nod to the Varsity Theatre, which originally opened in 1941.
Sage & Citrus
Grab-and-go wellness concept featuring salad bowls, smoothies, and lemonades. 347-square-foot food stall with kiosk-style ordering. Chef is Army veteran who cooked for Charlotte Hornets players.
Ayra
Contemporary Indian cuisine restaurant offering tasting menu, bar and a la carte dining. Partnership between Lime & Lemon team and Michelin-starred chef Sujan Sarkar from Indienne. Opening in former Elements space.
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s first Fayetteville location planned for former Ruby Tuesday/AJ Isai Japanese Fusion building. Pending city approval and permitting before construction begins.
Carbon City Grill
Carbon City Grill is closing their current location on Feb. 1 and actively seeking a new location to reopen. Owner hopes to reopen as soon as possible at new site.
Vic’s Pizzeria
Family-run pizzeria opening fifth location in Wendell Falls area. Full-service restaurant with sit-down dining, full bar, and large patio. About 60 indoor seats and 80 outdoor seats. Menu includes pizzas, pasta, calzones, strombolis, and bar appetizers.