Alleyway Grill
James Beard Award-winning husband-and-wife chef duo Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark plan to open Alleyway Grill in early 2027 in the historic former Varsity Theater building. The Midwestern-themed restaurant will be located inside Bookman’s Alley with a hidden entrance, open seven days a week from brunch through late evening, offering pastries and coffee in the […]
Coastal Curry
New South Indian restaurant specializing in Hyderabad Dum Biryani and dosas, also offering North Indian dishes. Under construction with a target launch date of August 15, 2026. Hours planned Monday-Thursday 11am-2:30pm and 4:30-10pm, Friday-Sunday 11am-10pm.
Breakfast Republic
Breakfast Republic, a brunch chain operated by parent company Rise & Shine Hospitality Group, plans to open a Highland Park location in late February or early March 2027. The chain already operates locations in Echo Park, Culver City, Orange County, and San Diego.
Alphabet Bar & Grill
Neighborhood-focused bar and grill created by The h.wood Group in partnership with James Beard Award-winning chef Tim Hollingsworth. Opening at Palisades Village as the shopping/dining destination reopens following January 2025 fire closures. Menu features rotisserie chicken, seasonal California-sourced dishes, all-day favorites, desserts, cocktails and wine. Interior designed by Alexa Nafisi-Movaghar of Adean Studios.
Taqueria Number 1
Taqueria Number 1 is relocating from East Independence Boulevard to 2801 Central Ave. in Plaza Midwood (former Deli St. space). Owner Rubén Granados Martinez is aiming for an early September opening. The move was prompted by outgrowing the current space and parking complications from a neighboring business’s renovations.
Olive Garden
Olive Garden opening on University Boulevard in Rexburg, ID. Construction superintendent Kevin Rambo confirmed a hard deadline of Nov. 2 for completion. The restaurant will seat up to 208 people and cost approximately $4 million to build. Kitchen equipment is currently being installed.
Knoops
Knoops, an international chocolate-focused cafe chain, is opening its first U.S. location in Salt Lake City’s 9th and 9th neighborhood. The cafe specializes in gourmet hot chocolate and other chocolate-based drinks. Opening weekend is Aug. 21-22, 6pm-midnight, with free small drinks. Taking over the former Spilt Milk storefront next to Vessel Kitchen.
Cabana Bar and Grill
Caribbean and American-inspired restaurant opening in the former Waterman’s Brewing location on Pavilion Place near Wrightsville Beach. Owned by former UNCW/NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts and business partner Clayton Gsell, who also own Yosake, Tempo 33, and the Husk in downtown Wilmington. Menu features jerk wings, Caribbean cocktails, and tropical drinks with house-made syrups. […]
Tequila Modern Mexican
Mexican restaurant chain with locations in Harrisonburg, VA and Manhattan, KS opening a new location in Smithfield, VA next to the South Church Street DMV in Smithfield Retail Commons. Interior renovations are underway, permits are in place, and a liquor license application is the next step (3-4 months). No definitive opening date set. Plans include […]
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse is planning to open at The Promenade in D’Iberville, MS, replacing the former Red Lobster location. The existing Red Lobster building will be demolished and replaced with a new Texas Roadhouse-style building. Plans are scheduled for review by the mayor and council at the Aug. 25 meeting. This would be a second Texas […]