Wonder
Wonder, a fast-casual food hall concept that aggregates multiple high-profile culinary brands under one roof with made-to-order dishes, is opening a new location in Columbia, MD this September. The company website indicates a September 2026 opening. Wonder was founded in 2018 and has been rapidly expanding across the northeast.
SeaKing Ice Cream
SeaKing Ice Cream, known for its ice cream boat on Sarasota’s waters, is opening a new brick-and-mortar ice cream shop at 7650 S Tamiami Trail, Suite 9 in Sarasota. No opening date has been determined yet. The shop will offer birthday party reservations featuring sea life documentary screenings, craft activities, and a loaded topping bar.
Craft Kafe
Craft Kafe is opening a third St. Pete location at 4725 34th St S, also referred to as Craft Kommissary. The 4,000 sq ft space will include production facilities for all existing Kafe locations. Menu includes salads, baked goods, build-your-own omelettes, and sandwiches. Will feature communal table with indoor and outdoor seating. Owner has been […]
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
A new Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise is planned at The Shoppes at Citrus Creek retail center, located on the northwest corner of Minute Maid Ramp Road 2 and US-27. The franchisees also operate Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations in Clermont and Orlando. The cafe will offer smoothies, bowls, and light bites.
Dingers Roadside Cafe
Baseball-themed, family-friendly cafe offering sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, and frozen sweet treats. Will co-locate with Leaven Brewing in the former Linda’s Crab Shack space in Downtown Plant City. Owner Brandon Snyder emphasizes approachable, family-friendly concept currently underrepresented in the area.
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is opening its Tampa Bay debut location in Temple Terrace in late August 2026. The franchise is operated by Black Apron Hospitality (Mohsin Hussain and Raheel Razzaq), who also run a Talkin’ Tacos location nearby. Menu features halal cheesesteaks including beef, chicken, and salmon options, plus cheesesteak egg rolls, Philly fries, and […]
Talkin’ Tacos
South Florida-born taco chain Talkin’ Tacos is opening a second Tampa Bay area franchise location in Brandon, FL, operated by multi-concept franchisee Black Apron Hospitality. The space formerly housed a T-Mobile Store in a plaza near the I-75 exit by Brandon Exchange mall. No specific opening date mentioned.
Love Shack Country Club
Country music bar and venue opening at 13921 E. Trent Ave. in Spokane Valley, WA. Soft opening planned for September 1, 2026, with grand opening weekend September 25-26. Owned by Carrie and Norman Thomson, who also own Stormin Norman’s Shipfaced Saloon. Features indoor and outdoor stages with live bands every weekend, line dancing lessons, and […]
Swig
Utah-based dirty soda chain Swig is opening at Solms Landing development alongside Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Grain & Berry. Texas TDLR records indicate Swig construction completes December 2026. All three snack/beverage concepts are opening steps from each other at 2292 Sophie Ln in New Braunfels.
The Night Heron
The Night Heron is a new rooftop dining concept planned as an addition to the historic Casa Rio restaurant on the San Antonio River Walk. It will feature a street-level/balcony space and a rooftop level with a small-bites menu inspired by Mexico City restaurants and a fusion of Casa Rio and Schilo’s flavors. The project […]