Pizzeria Sei
Cult-favorite Neapolitan pizzeria expanding to a larger Palms location with full sit-down dining room and expanded menu featuring three pizza styles (Neapolitan, montanara, scrocchiarella), starters, and desserts. Co-owned by William Joo and Jennifer So. Original Pico-Robertson location will rebrand as Sei Pizza Bar. Reservations open June 17, 2026.
Cafecito Lounge
Family-owned Mexican-inspired coffee shop concept preparing to open its third location somewhere in the Bay Area. Owners Lisbeth Rivera and Daniel Jimenez have not yet disclosed exact address or opening timeline. Menu features horchata lattes, café de olla, matcha drinks, fresh juices, pan dulce, conchas, and tortas. Existing locations in Lodi and Antioch, CA.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
New Chipotle Mexican Grill opening in Tulare, CA with the city’s first Chipotlane drive-thru pickup lane for digital orders. Will operate daily 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hiring approximately 30 employees.
Colossus Bread
Colossus Bread is expanding its Belmont Shore location by taking over the adjacent space to add a full-service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The original bakery space will continue as quick-service. Soft opening expected as soon as the week of June 22, 2026, with a grand re-opening planned for July 2026. Menu will […]
Nick the Greek
Fast casual Greek street food chain opening its seventh Orange County location in Santa Ana. Menu features gyros, bowls, salads, burgers, and desserts including baklava and loukoumades. Franchisee is Vipul Katariya. Opening day community lunch event planned June 25 from 11am-2:30pm with complimentary entrees.
Tanuki Curry House
Japanese curry and katsu restaurant relocating from Signal Hill to The Hangar at Long Beach Exchange, taking over the former Wagyu Street space. Relocation timeline is currently unclear; updates forthcoming from ownership.
Gloria by La Era
Gloria by La Era is a new bakery concept from Mexico-based Pastelerías La Era, expanding to Los Angeles. The restaurant will open summer 2026 at 13944 Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, in the former Gracefully Fed space. Expected offerings include cakes, breads, and pastries. La Era has 20+ locations in Mexico.
Niche Cafe
Los Angeles-based coffee trailer Niche Cafe (launched 2018) is opening its first brick-and-mortar location at 714 Washington Blvd in Marina Del Rey. Menu includes coffee, matcha, specialty smoothies, and milkshakes. No exact opening date set yet; team plans to announce once confirmed. Summer 2026 opening expected.
La Nena Cantina
La Nena Cantina is expanding to Downtown Los Angeles with a 5,000-square-foot third location. Owner Vicente Del Rio stated they are awaiting a liquor license and expect to open in approximately four to five weeks from the article date of June 10, 2026. The menu will feature new items alongside existing offerings including tacos, fajitas, […]
Vui Ve
Vietnamese restaurant Vui Ve is opening its third location in Brentwood, taking over the former Pita Bar + Grill space at 1168 S. Barrington Ave. Owner Lanli Su confirmed the expansion. Menu includes pho, banh mi, fried rice, vermicelli bowls, and Vietnamese coffee. Existing locations in Little Tokyo and NoHo. Listed as ‘coming soon’ on […]