Las Reinas
Las Reinas is a new Mexican restaurant opening in Johnson City, TN, taking over the former Diablo Mexican Grill building on E. Main Street. The restaurant is in the final inspection phase before officially opening. Will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Owner is Miguel Gonzalez; business partner/translator is Brian Rios.
Saffron Coffee Co
Saffron Coffee Co LLC has filed a certificate of occupancy with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development (under review as of May 28, 2026) for a cafe/coffee shop at 3826 Park Avenue. No opening timeline has been announced and the concept has no digital footprint yet. Article author has reached out […]
Best Oysters
Best Oysters, an oyster-focused concept that previously operated as a pop-up/food truck, is converting a storefront at 2659 N. Hollywood Street into a permanent brick-and-mortar location. Renovations are actively underway. No opening date has been announced yet. The business continues to operate at its Yale Ave location during construction.
Sho Pizza Bar
Sho Pizza Bar, a Tokyo-inspired neo-Neapolitan pizza concept co-founded by Mary Carlisle Gambill, Ben Gambill, and chef Sean Brock, is planning a second Nashville-area location at 54 White Bridge Pike in West Nashville. The space is a former Sports Seasons retail location near Trader Joe’s and Anatolia. No opening timeline has been announced. MZA Architecture […]
Ometeo
Modern Tex-Mex concept from Washington D.C.-based Long Shot Hospitality, developed with Top Chef winner Chef-Partner Gabe Erales. Will occupy ~10,000 sq ft at Peabody Union mixed-use development in Nashville’s South Bank district. Features live-fire cooking, scratch-made tortilla program, chef-driven fajita program, and large outdoor patio overlooking the Cumberland River. Design by Grizform Design Architects. No […]
Waffle House
Waffle House is preparing to open a new location at 12085 Lebanon Road in Mt. Juliet, TN, on a former do-it-yourself car wash site spanning just over an acre east of Nonaville Road. Construction is underway. No estimated opening date or construction timeline has been provided. The new location will expand Waffle House’s presence in […]
Melissa’s Sir Pizza
Family-owned West Nashville pizza restaurant operating since 1966 on Charlotte Pike is being forced to relocate due to redevelopment. Owner Melissa Basant has until September 2026 to vacate. Family has identified several possible new locations but has not yet secured one. GoFundMe launched to cover relocation costs including kitchen buildout and permitting. Hopes to remain […]
Vagabond
Vagabond is a self-pour wine bar and restaurant making its U.S. debut in The Gulch neighborhood of Nashville. Founded by Vanderbilt graduate Stephen Finch, who launched the concept in the UK in 2010. The 2,800-square-foot venue will feature 100 rotating wines on self-pour taps, seasonal small plates inspired by wine-producing regions, a full-service bar emphasizing […]
Nekter Juice Bar
Nekter Juice Bar opening a new 1,500 sq ft fast casual juice and smoothie location at Brooklawn Village. Part of a 155-unit national brand. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Check average $10-30+, no alcohol.
Gas Station/Restaurant/Vape Shop
Mixed-use development including a quick-service restaurant, gas station, convenience store, vape shop, and laundromat set to open at the former Sadie Lou’s location on Riverside Drive and D Street. No specific restaurant name or opening date provided.