Franko’s Prime
Classic American steakhouse serving cuts such as ribeyes and filets, along with seafood and an extensive domestic wine list. Located at Lafayette Village in North Raleigh.
Big Cat
Multi-concept restaurant collaboration between acclaimed Raleigh culinary minds including owners of Ajja, Mala Pata, and Locals Seafood. Will combine restaurant, bar and market under one roof as a community gathering spot.
Girls with Dough
Pizza restaurant planning to open a new location in downtown Wilmington in the spring. The original location opened in 2021 and will be featured on ‘America’s Best Restaurants’ YouTube show.
Frenchy’s La Cave
Second location of Frenchy’s Sip and Shop wine bar, featuring expanded cellar program and ‘Paris then’ atmosphere with dark woods and cozy design in 1,000 square foot space
Super Chix
Super Chix franchise location opening in Morrisville, featuring chicken sandwiches, tenders, salads, and frozen custard. Corner unit in shopping center with large patio and lots of natural light. Part of planned Triangle area expansion.
Plot Twist
All-day coffee and cocktail bar opening in Plaza Midwood in a former auto garage. 1,627 sq ft space with 50 indoor seats and 30-seat dog-friendly patio. Menu will include coffee, cocktails, mocktails and THC options with house-made syrups. Currently in buildout phase.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick and Tropical Smoothie Cafe expected to open in April 2026 in a new joint 4,200-square-foot building on the site of the former Village Inn Pizza on Burkemont Avenue in Morganton. Building being constructed by DDI of Hickory.
Dilworth Social
New neighborhood restaurant-bar concept from the owner of Midtown Tavern, serving beer, cocktails, and food in a casual family-friendly atmosphere with sports screens
Hadramawt Restaurant & Catering
Full-service Yemeni restaurant featuring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine including haneeth (slow-roasted lamb), saltah (traditional Yemeni stew), and Yemeni coffee. Team has been working on project for over a year and is in final approval stages.
Nils Mediterranean Cuisine
Third location of Nils Mediterranean Cuisine opening in downtown Wilmington, taking over the former Pinpoint restaurant space. Chef Tan Uckan from Istanbul will serve Mediterranean fusion cuisine including Turkish, Greek and Spanish flavors. Family-owned business with locations in Fuquay-Varina and Angier.