Curry N Jerk Authentic Caribbean Cuisine
Curry N Jerk Authentic Caribbean Cuisine, a Jamaican-Panamanian fusion restaurant currently located at 150 Munroe Avenue in Memphis, is opening a new location inside the FedEx World Hub (2780 Democrat Rd), a 940-acre facility employing 13,000 workers. No opening timeline has been announced; updates to be shared via the restaurant’s Facebook page.
Newby’s
Newby’s, a bar and restaurant at 539 S Highland Street, is reopening under new ownership by Memphis native Sam Stalnaker. The concept will be a restaurant by day that transitions into a sports bar at night, with live music, trivia, and a focus on University of Memphis sports. Hospitality veteran Alex Murley is also involved. […]
Demure Cocktail Lounge
Demure Cocktail Lounge is a mid-century modern cocktail bar from Pikeld Concepts, located inside a historic home in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood. The venue will feature a craft cocktail program with house-made syrups, bitters, and infusions, plus wine and beer. Trudy Thomas appointed as Senior Director of Food & Beverage Operations. Construction is underway led by […]
Hungry AF Eats & Catering
Established Memphis caterer filing to open a new brick-and-mortar restaurant at 3364 Poplar Ave. Certificate of occupancy issued May 28, 2026. Space is 2,300 sq ft with an occupant load of 45. Will offer dine-in and takeout. Cuisine described as classic favorites with an edgy twist. Opening timeline not yet available.
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken is planning a new fast-casual location at 357 Sam Ridley Parkway West in Smyrna, TN. Franchisees Jason and John Hotchkiss are leading the Middle Tennessee expansion, which also includes planned locations in Murfreesboro and Mount Juliet. No opening timeline has been announced. The concept features Nashville-style hot chicken tenders and sliders with […]
Edley’s Bar-B-Que
Edley’s Bar-B-Que is preparing to open its 12th location at 330 Franklin Road in Brentwood, TN, taking over a former McAlister’s Deli space at Brentwood Place. The roughly 3,800-square-foot restaurant is expected to open by end of 2026 and will bring approximately 50 jobs to the area. The concept features slow-smoked barbecue, Southern comfort food, […]
Taco Prime
Taco Prime, an authentic Mexican restaurant founded by Ingrid and Sergio Vilchis, is expanding from its original Bartlett location to a new spot in Cordova, TN. The restaurant will occupy the former Guthrie’s space at 180 S Germantown Pkwy. Renovations are already underway including exterior painting and interior work. Menu includes tacos with hand-made corn […]
Taco Prime
Taco Prime, a Mexican concept owned by spouses Ingrid and Sergio Vilchis, is planning a second location at 5201 Poplar Ave in Memphis (formerly a Starbucks and Abner’s Famous Chicken). Signage is already up. No opening timeline has been announced. The concept’s first location opened in Bartlett in September 2025.
Tennessean Travel Stop (Dolly Parton)
Dolly Parton’s flagship Tennessean Travel Stop set to open June 24, 2026 in Cornersville, TN (~60 miles south of Nashville off I-65 at Exit 22). The travel stop will feature multiple dining options including DLY BBQ, Cup of Ambition Coffee, and a full-service sit-down restaurant, plus fuel stations, EV charging, a dog park, general store, […]
Christie Cookie Co.
Christie Cookie Co. is opening a new standalone bakery at Nashville Yards on June 6, 2026, during CMA Fest weekend. Grand opening celebration runs 11am-1pm with ribbon cutting, live music, free cookies, and special appearances. This marks the brand’s return to a physical retail presence in Nashville after closing all storefronts in recent years.