Nazara Indian Cuisine
Nazara Indian Cuisine is relocating from its closed Cary location (1945 High House Road) to a new spot at 13600 Falls of Neuse Road near Falls Lake Dam in Raleigh. Owner Harman Hondul confirmed an October or November 2026 target opening. Permits have been filed. Menu features Indian cuisine including Punjabi samosas, tandoori chicken, biryanis, […]
Piccolino
Italian-inspired café and aperitivo bar coming to South Boston. Day-to-night concept offering espresso beverages and pastries in the morning, transitioning to aperitivo-style drinks and small bites in the evening. Founded by South Boston resident Emily Swaine, inspired by her time living in Italy. Buildout currently underway; no projected opening date announced yet. Follow @piccolinoboston on […]
Biscotti’s
Italian bakery Biscotti’s is planned to reopen at 97 Salem Street in Boston’s North End as part of a newly approved six-story redevelopment. The Boston Zoning Board of Appeal approved the project in late July 2026. The bakery will occupy the ground floor with five residential condos above. The bakery previously specialized in Italian sweets […]
Just Salad
Just Salad is taking over the former Sweetgreen space at 132 Brookline Avenue in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston. A ‘coming soon’ sign has been posted on the door. No official opening date has been announced. This will be the chain’s eighth Massachusetts location, joining existing outposts in Boston’s Financial District, Fort Point, Cambridge Crossing, […]
Johnny Boy
Filipino-inspired sandwich concept founded by chef Jeff Almendras, transitioning from pop-up to first permanent brick-and-mortar location in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood. Menu features Filipino breakfast sandwiches including Fried Chicken Adobo on pandesal bun, longganisa sandwich, chicken bites, and tamarind tots. Opening timeline not yet confirmed.
Pixlcat Coffee & Butter Mochi
Specialty coffee and butter mochi café relocating from Charlestown to Natick, MA. New location at 5 Washington St expected to open mid-to-late fall 2026. New space will feature a dedicated kitchen and expanded butter mochi production line. Menu will include butter mochi, layer cakes, pastries from Iggy’s Bread, gourmet sandwiches, musubi, and specialty coffee/matcha drinks. […]
Aubergine Kitchen
Health-focused fast-casual chain opening its first Texas location at Northline ATX development in Leander. Menu features bowls, salads, plates, and breakfast items with no seed oils, no added sugar, and globally inspired whole-ingredient dishes. Co-founded by Elcio Zanatta and head chef Mirian Zanatta. Currently operates 13 locations across AZ, UT, NV, and ID. Construction completion […]
Sushi-Fy
Woman-owned grab-and-go sushi concept featuring Australian-American sushi hand rolls, sushi burritos, and sushi rolls with Asian fusion flavors. Targeted opening is late fall 2026, pending permits. Owner Crystal Claunch lived in Australia and wants to bring that sushi influence to Austin’s South First Street corridor. Potential for future expansion depending on first location performance.
Giorgios Pizza
Giorgios Pizza is making a comeback in Denver with a new location at 5701 Leetsdale Drive. Family-owned and operated by Chris Korosis, continuing his family’s pizza tradition. Will serve thin-crust New York style pizza with global flavors. Opening date has not yet been announced.
Jet’s Pizza
Michigan-based Detroit-style pizza chain opening a new location in Colorado Springs. Listed as ‘coming soon’ on Jet’s Pizza’s official website. No official opening date announced. Menu includes square Detroit-style pizza, deep-dish, hand-tossed, NY-style, thin-crust, gluten-free options, calzones, salads, wings, and Turbo Stix. Takeout and delivery service planned.