Biscuit Belly
Four Maple Street Biscuit Co. locations in the Orlando market are transitioning to Biscuit Belly, a Louisville, KY-based breakfast franchise. Biscuit Belly acquired 30+ Maple Street locations from Cracker Barrel and plans to rebrand all by end of 2028. The four Orlando-area locations undergoing transition are: 978 City Walk Ln, Oviedo FL 32765; 6268 W […]
Zaza Cuban Comfort Food
Zaza Cuban Comfort Food is opening its first Osceola County location at The Loop shopping center in Kissimmee. The Central Florida-based chain currently has ten locations in the area. Launch is expected in early 2027. CEO Luis Fernandez cited the dynamic growth of Osceola County as the opportunity. The restaurant is a modern Cuban comfort […]
The Old Jailhouse Kitchen & Spirits
The Old Jailhouse Kitchen & Spirits, based in Sanford FL, is opening a bar location at Orlando International Airport (MCO) this fall, targeting late September or early October 2026. The airport location will feature an abbreviated menu due to limited kitchen space, with a focus on their signature cocktails. The location will be operated in […]
Il Moro
Upscale Sicilian restaurant inspired by Italy’s island region, operated by Vincenzo Galia. Full-service establishment with chef-driven kitchen serving liquor, wine, beer and cider. No outdoor seating or live entertainment planned.
Springbone Kitchen
Health-focused eatery specializing in bowls, broths, and soups. Opening a new location at The Market Hall at Manhattan West, a 34,000-square-foot food hall featuring 12 casual dining concepts. Opening is slated for fall 2026 but no official date has been announced. Founders are Sam Eckstein and Jordan Feldman.
Ob Uan
New Thai restaurant co-owned by Jason Kim opening in the former Spice space on the Upper East Side. Features vintage/retro Bangkok-inspired decor with pink pastels, buttery yellows, and antique accents. Menu will include Thai classics like pad Thai plus regional homemade recipes from Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Phrae, Chanthaburi, and Songkhla. Currently under construction with a […]
Pasta On The Fly
Pasta On The Fly, a fast-casual pasta concept currently operating at 7607 Maple St. in Uptown New Orleans, is planning a new location in Metairie at 2325 Metairie Rd. A Remodel Repairs and Renovations permit was filed with Jefferson Parish. It is unclear whether this will be a relocation or a second location. No official […]
Gator Grub
Gator Grub, a catering operation known for loaded potatoes and barbecue plates, is transitioning to a brick-and-mortar location in St. Bernard Parish at the former Perks Cafe. The space is undergoing inspections and minor renovations. Opening menu will feature signature loaded potatoes (Oysters Rockefeller, crawfish etouffee), specialty burgers, loaded hot dogs including a muffuletta hot […]
CIC Coffee
CIC Coffee is a café planned by Connect International Church (LLC owned by lead pastor Dawesteniel Louis) at 925 Behrman Hwy Suite A in Terrytown/West Bank area. A tenant build-out permit has been filed with Jefferson Parish. The church website notes the facility is ‘under construction.’ Timeline and scope are not yet confirmed; What Now […]
Budatan Asian Cuisine & Steak House
Budatan Asian Cuisine & Steak House, a Pan-Asian restaurant known for Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Thai cuisine, is opening a second location in Lake Charles at 4058 Ryan St (Suites 600, 700, and 800). The original location is in Moss Bluff, LA. Construction has begun on the new location, inspired by customer demand for a […]