Vivoli Il Gelato
Vivoli Il Gelato, the Florence-origin gelato brand with an existing Disney Springs location, is opening a new location at 153 Sugar Belle Dr in Flamingo Crossings (Horizon West area of Winter Garden). The space previously housed a Ben & Jerry’s that closed end of 2024. A full front-of-house remodel is underway with custom Italian furniture […]
Foxtail Coffee Co.
Florida-born cafe chain opening a new franchise location in Winter Garden, FL. Franchisee Rodrigo Basso, a commercial investor making first move into food service. Location will feature indoor/outdoor seating, two murals, espresso drinks, cold brew, and Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream. Expected to launch by late September 2026.
Don Patron
Latin restaurant, bar, and nightlife spot described as a high-energy Miami-style restaurant and club. Seats approximately 80 guests with booth and table seating plus a bar. Menu includes Chimichurri NY Strip, Steak & Shrimp Plate, Steak Street Tacos, Fried Chicken & Waffles, and Cuban sandwich. Features weekend DJ sets. Co-owned by Joey Acevedo and Stephen […]
Sweet Cone Ice Cream
Upscale ice cream lounge co-owned by Zack Ijaz and Stefan Larsson. Features premium Amish-sourced ice cream from Tampa area, baked goods (donuts, churros, brownies), milkshakes, and fresh juices. Comfortable booth and chair-and-table seating with energetic music and a photo station. Located near Pizza 52 and Yakuza Sushi, close to Disney. Targeting mid-August 2026 opening, possibly […]
Divilma
Divilma, a cinnamon roll bakery brand with an existing location in Clermont, FL, is expanding to a second location in Orlando at Gateway Village Circle. The shop specializes in artisanal cinnamon rolls with signature cream cheese frosting and creative flavors including Blueberry, Nutella, and Biscoff rolls. No specific opening date mentioned.
Levanto
Full-service Italian restaurant opening in SoHo, occupying approximately 2,450 square feet in a four-story mixed-use building between Lafayette and Crosby streets. Will seat 45 guests in the main dining room plus a 4-seat bar. Hours planned: 10am-midnight Sun-Thu, 10am-12:30am Fri-Sat. No official opening date announced.
Coffee Project New York
Coffee Project New York, co-founded by Chi Sum Ngai and Kaleena Teoh, is opening a new Upper East Side location near East 66th Street. The space is currently being built out. No opening date has been announced. The café is known for deconstructed lattes, nitro flights, responsibly sourced in-house roasted coffee, and a food menu […]
Dän Bakery & Cafe
NJ-based Dän Bakery & Cafe (flagship in Morristown, NJ) is expanding to the Upper East Side of Manhattan at 1431 York Ave. Owned by husband-and-wife team Anar and Arman Kozhabayev. The bakery serves breakfast, lunch, pastries, and specialty coffee/tea. No official opening date set; team is preparing for a soft opening first. A Hoboken location […]
Sourced Kitchen
Health-focused fast-casual breakfast spot owned by Esra Ozturk and Janhavi Gadam. Menu features six items (bowls or wraps) made with whole-food organic ingredients including vegetarian, chicken, smoked salmon, and steak options. Also serving freshly squeezed OJ, canned coffee, and coconut water. Bar seating available for dine-in. Mediterranean/Spanish-inspired interior. Targeting October 2026 opening, initially operating four […]
Shifka
Shifka, an elevated fast-casual Mediterranean eatery co-owned by Aly Bandali, Amir Nathan, Jordan Anderson, and Daniel Turtel, is opening a second NYC location at The Market Hall at Manhattan West. The 34,000-square-foot hall will feature 12 casual dining concepts. Shifka is known for falafel, schnitzel, lamb kebab, and signature pitas. The kitchen will be larger […]