Flavor Nation
Flavor Nation is a takeout restaurant and food wagon concept being developed by New Testament Ministries Inc., headed by Dais and Nancy Abraham. The restaurant aims to serve as both a community outreach effort (providing free food to those in need) and an income-generating venture for the ministry. Plan review paperwork has been submitted for […]
Fresh Pasta Etc.
New cafe and food market opening at 1 N Scenic Highway, Suites 101 & 103 in Lake Wales, FL. Will feature two sides: a food retail store selling fresh pastas, sauces, desserts, and sweets, and a cafe serving coffee, sandwiches, and other items. Combined indoor/outdoor seating for 50-60 guests. Owned by Jean-François Poirier and his […]
Rústico Coffee & Bakery
Family-owned coffee shop and bakery opening in a renovated former Dave’s Meat & Produce building. Four co-owners: Kristin and Diego Sierra, and Maria Jose Quesada Esquivel and Danny Xavier Cruz. Menu features scratch-made pastries (croissants, cinnamon rolls, pain au chocolat, pastelitos), Latin American-influenced items, gluten-free and vegan options, plus specialty drinks including spritzers, energy drinks, […]
St. Nick’s
Year-round Christmas-themed bar and restaurant planned for the first floor of the former Evergreen Inn property (being renovated as Red Bell Inn). Concept from Yes Parade Restaurant Group. Menu inspired by holiday meals, led by Chef Evan Kuehni. Features live music, Christmas karaoke, movie trivia, and Santa photos. Open to all guests, not just hotel […]
Kokovoko
Beach-inspired craft cocktail bar and daytime cafe concept. Will serve coffee and sandwiches during the day, shifting to craft cocktails at night. Food menu includes tacos and Latin American-inspired street food with Northwest touches. Named after the fictional island in Moby-Dick. Owner also operates Proof cocktail bar in Old Town Tacoma. Space previously housed food-service […]
Sodam Korean Kitchen
Sodam Korean Kitchen is preparing to open at the former Fuji Japanese Restaurant location. A liquor license application was filed on August 5, 2026. The space was under renovation as of May 2026, and a ‘coming soon’ sign has been placed outside with the tagline ‘Authentic flavors. Warm memories.’ Menu and opening timeline have not […]
Taco Bell
New Taco Bell location near Northlake Mall and Interstate 77. Grand opening event on August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM featuring a live DJ and prize wheel.
Shake Shack
Shake Shack is opening 11 new locations in August 2026 across 9 states. Several have already opened (Albany NY, Elk Grove CA, La Quinta CA, Highland Village TX, Sterling VA, Parker CO). Five future openings still pending as of article date: Atlanta GA, Doral FL, Indianapolis IN, Orlando FL, and Tucson AZ. Highland Village TX […]
Mamacita
Sahm’s Hospitality Group is opening Mamacita, a cocktail bar and taco concept, at 11501 Allisonville Road in Fishers, IN. The restaurant will occupy the former home of Rockstone Pizza and Big Lug Taproom. Menu will focus on cuisines of Mexico and Central America with seasonal nods to Brazil and Peru, using locally sourced corn for […]
Bed Rock Breakfast & Bar
Locally owned breakfast, lunch, and dinner restaurant with retro design elements and Americana-inspired menu. Owner Brian Hernandez also owns Pecan Street Station in Pflugerville. Targeting August 2026 opening in downtown Round Rock.