Lorella
Lorella is a bakery opening in the former Bagelry space in Russian Hill, expected to debut fall 2026. Run by pastry chef Melissa Loar and chef-owner Melissa Perello (of Frances and Octavia). Grew out of two years of weekend ‘Saturbakes’ pop-ups at Octavia. Will offer seasonal breads, laminated pastries, desserts, pizza, cakes, and ice cream, […]
Joya Taqueria
In-store taqueria opening inside Joya Supermarket, a new Latin American grocery store. Initial menu will include tacos, burritos, and quesabirrias. The business also plans to add a deli counter serving Mexican tortas and other sandwiches. Owner confirmed renovations and additions are planned throughout the year.
The Storehouse
The Storehouse (formerly The Storehouse – New Provisions) is a micro food hall concept planned for the former Pennyweight Craft Brewing site in downtown Livermore. Operated by Good Manor LLC, the concept includes indoor and outdoor vendor spaces, pop-up businesses, shared seating, food truck parking, retail kiosks, beverage operators, and boutique retailers. Community events and […]
Le Mil’s
Le Mil’s is preparing to open its first brick-and-mortar café at 1330 Polk Street in San Francisco, dedicated exclusively to Indian specialty coffee. Founded by Milana Ram and Himanshu Bhaisare, the café will feature pour-overs, espresso drinks, South Indian filter coffee, and creative specialty beverages inspired by Indian ingredients. Beans are sourced from Ram’s family […]
Philz Coffee
Philz Coffee is expanding in Contra Costa County with a new café at Willows Shopping Center near Interstate 680. No official opening date announced, but the location is listed as ‘coming soon’ on the brand’s website. The café will offer handcrafted coffee drinks including the Mint Mojito. Part of a larger redevelopment at The Willows […]
7 Brew Coffee
National drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew Coffee is expanding across the Sacramento area with multiple locations planned: south Sacramento at 5901 Florin Road (Florin Towne Centre), Roseville at 10201 Fairway Dr. (opening fall 2026), and future sites in Elk Grove and North Auburn still being scouted. Specific opening dates not yet announced. Hours for south […]
The Pillar Point Grill & Harbor Bar
Two new restaurants are planned for Pillar Point Harbor after the San Mateo County Harbor District authorized lease negotiations. The primary concept, The Pillar Point Grill & Harbor Bar, is proposed by Brian Overfelt (owner of Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill) partnering with Andrew Turner. It would offer breakfast, lunch, and elevated dinner […]
La Quinta Inn / Hawthorn Suites (dual-branded)
Dual-branded La Quinta Inn and Hawthorn Suites hotel planned for southwest corner of Shady Willow Lane and Los Cielos Way, adjacent to Sprouts. 69,060 sq ft, 4-story building with 151 rooms, swimming pool, covered barbecue patio, and 151 parking spaces. Hawthorn Suites portion allows extended stays up to 30 days. Originally approved June 2024; Planning […]
Acai Fresh
Acai Fresh, an acai bowl shop originally from Davis, CA (431 G Street), is expanding with two new locations planned for Sacramento and three more in the Walnut Creek area. Owner Lee Pflugrath confirmed the expansion to What Now Sacramento. No addresses or opening dates have been announced yet. The concept features 100% organic Brazilian […]
Hijau
Hijau is an Indonesian-inspired specialty coffee concept transitioning from a pop-up to a permanent brick-and-mortar café at 1432 W. San Carlos St., Suite 70 in San Jose. Founded in 2024, it is known as the South Bay’s first Indonesian specialty coffee pop-up. Menu will feature pandan lattes, Klepon Latte, Soda Gembira, and other beverages highlighting […]