Hampton Inn & Suites Beavercreek

Three-story, 160-room Hampton hotel proposed for construction on five acres. Developer is Mason-based HiFive Development Services. Project awaiting city council approval.

The Coffee Pot

Breakfast restaurant under new ownership by Mike and Candace Hughes from Today’s Smoke BBQ. Currently undergoing renovations with no announced reopening date. Will serve eggs, toast, omelets, sandwiches and coffee with some menu changes based on community input.

Rooster Kitchen

Thai food truck expanding to brick-and-mortar location in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood, serving homemade-style Thai street food including Pad Thai. Owner just signed contract and hopes to open around July 15.

Nusantara Indo Kitchen

New Indonesian restaurant concept serving slow-cooked dishes including beef rendang, atomic curry dishes and freshly grilled satay. Will be one of the few dedicated Indonesian restaurants in Columbus. Located at corner of N High Street and E Como Avenue in Clintonville.

Teriyaki Madness

Teriyaki Madness location opening at TruePointe retail project in Hilliard. Serves made-to-order bowls, appetizers and sides. Franchisee is Smit Patel working with his brother Dhruv Patel, Anshu Garg and Parth Pandya.

Dapper Dog Tavern

New location from Shakers Public House owners opening as Dapper Dog Tavern. Will serve gastropub items with limited kitchen, maintaining same drink menu including $1 power hour. Located at corner of Broadway and Grove City Road, sharing space with Heritage Cycles bike shop.

Village Coffee House

Coffee shop coming to downtown Elida, sharing space with The Story Room. Menu will feature coffees, espressos, loose leaf teas and soft serve ice cream. Owner’s first venture into coffee industry.

Becker’s SMASH-tastic Burgers

Mobile food trailer transitioning to brick-and-mortar location, serving smash burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, and loaded fries. Currently waiting for final health department approval before opening.

Rooted Grounds Coffee

Mason-based coffee company opening two new cafes at OSU Wexner Medical Center – one on first floor and one on second floor. Also handling operations at BistrOH! Cafe at the medical center.

7 Brew

7 Brew coffee shop with drive-thru service, part of massive expansion across Ohio with multiple Columbus area locations planned. Construction targeted to start May 25, 2026.