&pizza
East Coast pizzeria chain &pizza will open a location at The Interlock on Howell Mill Road in September 2026. The area already features five other pizzerias.
The Silk Route
Upscale modern Indian restaurant opening in the former Olla Cocina space at San Pedro Square. Co-owned by Jasbir Singh and Mandeep Jandir, who also own The Brit Sports Pub and Patio on Santa Clara Street. Exterior and interior renovations are currently underway. Expected to open fall 2026.
Sheba Restaurant
Sheba Restaurant, a popular Yemeni restaurant currently operating at 725 International Blvd in Oakland, plans to open a second outpost in San Francisco later in 2026. Co-owner Bassam Alkabsh confirmed the expansion, citing record business. The new location will be in San Francisco but no specific address has been announced.
Marco’s Pizza
Marco’s Pizza announces a 3-unit franchise development agreement in Columbia, MO led by co-owners Russ Anderson and Betzayda Alvarez-Anderson, with Klayton Anderson as operator. The first location at 911 Rain Forest Pkwy. is scheduled to open in October 2026, marking the start of a broader regional development plan across mid-Missouri.
The Peach Cobbler Factory
The Peach Cobbler Factory is opening a new franchise location in Newark, NJ at 1244 McCarter Highway. The location will be owned and operated by Chad Patel. It will feature the brand’s signature dessert offerings including cobblers, banana puddings, cinnamon rolls, brownies, cookies, and shakes. No specific opening date mentioned.
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café is opening its first North Carolina location at Fenton development in Cary. Opening planned for mid-to-late August 2026 with a grand opening celebration in September. Franchisee is James D’Aquila, CEO of Virentes Hospitality. Hours will be 8am-9pm daily. Menu features sweet and savory crêpes, waffles, bowls, salads, paninis, and handcrafted […]
Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill, a fast-casual Asian-inspired concept with 23 existing locations in the Mountain West, has received a strategic investment from Savory Fund. The brand has secured a $12.5 million debt facility with Columbia Bank to accelerate new location development, with 10+ new locations projected through 2027. Expansion is planned nationwide.
Cheba Hut
Cheba Hut counter-culture toasted sub franchise opening near Austin Peay State University and Fort Campbell. Features custom military-themed mural, 30+ signature subs, 20 beers on tap. Second Tennessee location for this franchise group (Dawn Atkins, owner), following Nashville-Donelson location.
Feli
Feli is a Southern Spanish restaurant from Urdaneta owners Javier and Jael Canteras, opening in September 2026 in the Slabtown neighborhood. The restaurant will feature Andalusian cuisine including llauna rice, Iberian pork cuts, mojama, crudos, and a sherry-focused bar program. The space includes a blue tile U-shaped bar, swirly booths, and garage doors opening onto […]
Bar CC
Bar CC is an ultra-luxe cocktail lounge opening in September 2026 at 85 Tenth Avenue (between West 15th and 16th streets) in Chelsea, NYC, taking over the shuttered Mel’s pizzeria space. Part of Tao Group Hospitality, the bar will be led by Harrison Ginsberg (formerly of Overstory/World’s 50 Best Bars). Features three intimate rooms including […]