JoJo’s Espresso
JoJo’s Espresso, a Memphis-based coffee chain, is opening a new 2,200 sq ft location in Southaven, MS as part of the DeSoto District mixed-use development near Silo Square. Groundbreaking occurred August 3, 2026. The cafe will feature coffee, cold brew, matcha, teas, specialty drinks, acai bowls, and pastries from Palmer House Bakery. Co-owners Taylor and […]
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 […]
Sips Dirty Soda Shop
Sips Dirty Soda Shop is a dirty soda concept opening its first DeSoto County location at the Top of the Sipp development in Southaven, MS. Owned by local family Wayne, Amy, and Amelia Perkins. Menu will include dirty sodas, Dirty Alani Energy Drinks, Red Bull Infusions, Dippin’ Dots Floats, and seasonal specialties. Plans to expand […]
Loves Dessert Bar
Memphis-based dessert bar/bakery specializing in mini cheesecakes and small decorated treats. Opening a second location in Southaven, MS at the former Brown Baguette Bakery Cafe storefront. Will operate as grab-and-go with custom ordering and catering. Owner hopes to open between mid-August and early September 2026. Construction/buildout currently underway.
Off The Hook Restaurants
Louisiana-based fast-casual Cajun restaurant opening its 10th location and first outside Louisiana. Will feature dine-in, drive-thru, and takeout. Menu includes Gulf shrimp, catfish, po’boys, gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and Swamp Fries. CEO is Paxton Moreaux. Hiring opportunities to be announced closer to opening.
Dave and Buster’s
Dave and Buster’s received site plan approval from the Ridgeland Board of Aldermen on July 7, 2026 to join the Prado Vista mixed-use development on Colony Park Boulevard. This would be Mississippi’s first Dave and Buster’s. Construction could begin within 60 days of the article date. No definitive opening timeline confirmed, but a 2027 debut […]
Shivers Creek Catfish House
Shivers Creek Catfish House is opening its fourth location at 422 E. Capitol Street in Jackson, MS. The 6,800 sq ft space will feature al fresco dining in front and rear, private dining, and will be the first location to offer Mississippi craft beers. Construction is currently underway. Opening is targeted for fall 2026 with […]
Aplós Simple Mediterranean
Third location of Mississippi-based Mediterranean concept, already operating in Jackson and Ridgeland. Menu includes hummus bowls, Greek wings, and chicken shawarma. Founder Chef Alex Eaton targeting opening weekend of July 17, 2026, contingent on completing final construction and inspections.
Jack’s Family Restaurant
Jack’s Family Restaurant, a Southern chain founded in 1960 in Alabama, has received a permit from the Mississippi Department of Health to open a new location in Flora, MS at 130 Edwards Circle. Opening date is not yet confirmed. The Flora location is not yet listed on the chain’s website, suggesting opening is imminent but […]
Sweet Fizz
Family-owned specialty drink shop bringing the ‘dirty soda’ concept to DeSoto County. Owned by Wes and Heather Callahan. Offers customizable sodas with flavored syrups, creams, and mix-ins. Construction nearing completion ahead of anticipated August 1 grand opening.