Bally’s Chicago
Bally’s Chicago is a $1.7 billion permanent casino complex in River West (former Tribune printing plant site). Plans include a 500-room hotel, 3,000-seat theater, 10 restaurants, food hall, events center, and 4,000 gaming positions. Hotel construction is currently paused due to a VGT dispute with the city of Chicago, but the gaming portion remains on […]
The Red Hotel
New boutique hotel opening in the Red Rocks area near Morrison, CO (near the Red Rocks Amphitheatre). Rooms outfitted by Sleep Basil (a Denver mattress/bedding supplier). Positioned to serve concertgoers, hikers, and cyclists in the foothills. Opening described as ‘this fall’ relative to August 2026 article date.
Meritage Collection Phoenix
236-room Meritage Collection hotel in Phoenix, developed by Pacific Hospitality Group in partnership with Berger Holdings and Sunbelt Holdings. Groundbreaking occurred in 2024. Expected to open in September (year not explicitly stated but context implies 2026).
Hyatt Studios Steamboat Springs
Approximately 114-room extended-stay Hyatt Studios hotel. Four-story, 57,971-square-foot property. Groundbreaking occurred July 16, 2026. Developed by Caliber (Nasdaq: CWD). Expected to open in second half of 2027.
North Point Mall Redevelopment Hotel
Jamestown’s planned mixed-use redevelopment of North Point Mall includes 700 total hotel rooms as part of a large NHL-anchored district. The project also includes a conference center, movie theater, 4,000-seat music hall, and potential NHL arena. One city council vote remains (Aug. 24, 2026) before final approval. No delivery timeline has been specified. Development is […]
Bally’s Chicago
Bally’s $1.7B casino development along the Chicago River (former Tribune printing site) includes a hotel tower, events center, and restaurants. Construction has slowed on non-gaming amenities due to dispute over city’s legalization of video gambling terminals. Casino opening remains targeted for early 2027; hotel and other amenities face uncertainty. 30-acre redevelopment; casino topped out in […]
Poké House
Poké House franchisee Dean Wang is opening a second Atlanta-market location in Barrett Corners Phase III, taking part of the former LA Fitness property. Opening is expected in Q4 2027 or Q1 2028. Hawaiian-inspired menu featuring poke bowls, house-made sauces, sushi rolls, and sides.
Chin Chin Chen Asian Fusion
Chin Chin Chen Asian Fusion, a Chinese/Asian fusion restaurant, is returning after a devastating fire in September 2025 forced closure of its previous location at 617 Johnson Ferry Road. The restaurant will open in a former Zaxby’s space at 3030 Johnson Ferry Road in Marietta, GA. No official opening timeline has been announced. Menu and […]
Go Greek Yogurt
New 900-square-foot franchise location opening in Toco Hills Shopping Center. Will be the first Go Greek Yogurt location in Georgia. Franchisees Dmitriy Eliezer and Jeremy Burke plan to offer fresh and frozen Greek yogurt, smoothies, and bowls, with indoor and patio seating. Gary Woodward of JLL represented Go Greek in the deal.
Whataburger
Whataburger is set to open a corporate-owned 2,074-square-foot restaurant with a drive-thru at University Place redevelopment, a mixed-use project led by Ram Realty Advisors. Plans have been submitted and must complete the town’s review process before construction can begin. Expected to open mid-2027.