Pura Vida Miami
Pura Vida Miami, an all-day cafe chain founded in 2012 by Omer and Jen Horev, is opening its first Long Beach location at 2ND & PCH in the former Noble Rotisserie space. The brand focuses on health and wellness with a menu including smoothies, acai bowls, all-day breakfast, bowls, sandwiches, and snacks. They have existing […]
Sticky Rice
Local Thai brand Sticky Rice is planning a fifth location at 523 Rose Ave in Venice, CA. The brand was launched by David Tewasart at Grand Central Market in Downtown LA in 2013, later partnering with Bryan Sharafkhah. Menu includes sticky wings, Thai noodle dishes, curries, chicken satay, and crying tiger. No specific opening date […]
EZPZ Pizza & Soft Serve
EZPZ Pizza & Soft Serve is opening a second location this fall at 12824 Ventura Blvd in Studio City, in a former Starbucks space. The concept features New York-style pizza by the slice or pie, and organic soft serve. Founded by film producer Beau Flynn, actress Marley Shelton Flynn, and chef Scott Tremonti (known for […]
Bar Fortuna
Chef Brian Bornemann, owner of Crudo e Nudo, is opening Bar Fortuna at 2917 Main St in Santa Monica (formerly Vamos Vamos). The concept will feature handmade pasta dishes, fresh ingredients, Italian cocktails, and a wine list curated by wine specialist J.D. Plotnick. Targeting an early fall 2026 opening per Forbes. ABC license filing confirmed.
PK Oyster Bar
PK Oyster Bar, a Cajun and Creole seafood restaurant known for pan roasts, gumbos, voodoo pasta, and oysters, is planning a second location inside Jade Promenade in Chinatown near Spring Mountain Road and Wynn Road. Owner Rachelle Razon noted they hope to keep both locations open but it is not guaranteed. Opening anticipated by Fall […]
Luis’s Kitchen
Luis’s Kitchen is a multi-cultural fusion restaurant specializing in Italian, Guatemalan, and Mexican dishes (e.g., Lasagna Romana, Tacos al Pastor, pollo en crema). This will be a second location opening inside The Boulevard mall in the El Mercado section in the Winchester neighborhood. The owner confirmed the opening is planned for summer 2026, pending permitting. […]
Lilli
French/Mediterranean fine dining restaurant opening in Las Vegas’ Chinatown district inside the Green Leaf Lotus building. Concept by Chef Tyler Vorce following a successful residency at Durango Social Club. Menu features American seasonal ingredients with French technique and Mediterranean influence. Offers four-course prix fixe, seven-course tasting menu, and à la carte lounge menu. Opening anticipated […]
Dancing Dumplings
Dancing Dumplings is a new Chinese dumpling concept planned to open in the Boca Park shopping center in Summerlin, Las Vegas. A City of Las Vegas permit has been filed. The space is currently occupied by Yo! Mochi. No website or social media yet. Opening anticipated later in 2026.
Pasta & Pomo
Fresh handmade-to-order pasta bar blending traditional Italian techniques with modern flavor profiles. Opening in the former Squeeze In space at Apache Plaza in Spring Valley. Operated by Zaretti Dining Group, founded by chef/restaurateur Massimo Zaretti with 23+ years of hospitality experience. Clark County permit filed. Slated to open later in 2026.
Proof It Bagels
Proof It Bagels is set to open its first brick-and-mortar location at 918 Santa Maria Blvd in St. Augustine, FL. Owner Mostafa Abdelhamid confirmed the location to What Now Media Group. Menu details and opening date have not yet been announced.