Skinny Louie
Miami-based smash burger chain Skinny Louie is opening its fifth NYC location at PENN 1 East Plaza in the Penn District on August 14, 2026. The first 100 guests will receive a free single-patty Skinny Louie Cheeseburger. Menu features Black Angus smash burgers, fries, and milkshakes. A Park Slope location is also planned with no […]
Habibi Lebanese Grill & Pizza
Owners Kamil Jaouhari and Wasim Jamhour, behind Habibi Lebanese Grill and Wine Bar and Royal Woodfired Pizza in the Marigny, are planning a new blended concept called Habibi Lebanese Grill & Pizza at the former IHOP location at 835 Canal St. A permit filing with the City of New Orleans has been submitted to subdivide […]
Lounge XII
Lounge XII is a sports bar/nightlife lounge currently in development at the former Show Island Bar and Grill and Floating Island Bakery Café space. The project is led by entrepreneur Paul Pitcher and honors the legacy of the late NFL wide receiver Jacoby Jones (jersey #12, Super Bowl XLVII). Specific opening date and full concept […]
St. Elmo’s
Italian concept restaurant from restaurateur John Michael Rowland (also behind Pigeon & Whale and The Husky). Located in the former Uptown Sports Social space in the Garden District. Permit filed for major interior renovation including open-kitchen layout, parquet and marble flooring, custom booths, and faux rock wall. Menu focuses on refined Italian fare with handmade […]
Gigi’s at the Depot
Second location of Gigi’s Cafe opening in the historic Burlingame Bus Depot building near the Caltrain station. Approximately 590 sq ft space with outdoor seating. Will serve made-to-order sandwiches and grab-and-go options with a more limited menu than the original location at 111 Anza Blvd. Signed a lease of up to 15 years. Targeting September […]
Soon and Soon Souvenir Shop
Soon and Soon Souvenir Shop is preparing to reopen at its original Chinatown location with a cafe concept featuring Paper Son Coffee (founded by barista Alex Pong), espresso drinks, pour-over coffee, signature beverages inspired by Chinese cafe traditions, specialty merchandise, wine, and to-go beverages. Outdoor seating only via parklet. Created by Brandon Jew and Anna […]
Millbraes Cafe
Millbraes Cafe is preparing to open at the former location of Otto’s Appliance Service on El Camino Real in Millbrae, CA. The business has filed for a beer and wine license with the California ABC. The concept appears to be a coffee shop/cafe. No official opening date has been announced.
Trial I Error
Trial I Error is preparing to open at 368 E Campbell Ave in Campbell, CA. The business entity is Watermark Restaurant LLC, managed by Michael Wade Dobson. An On-Sale General Eating Place license has been filed with the California ABC, allowing beer, wine, and distilled spirits for on-site consumption. No concept, menu details, or opening […]
Surf Up Chicken
Surf Up Chicken, a locally owned crispy chicken concept, is planning a third location in Vista, CA at 1998 Hacienda Dr within The Pavilion retail complex. The 2,341-square-foot space previously housed a pharmacy and optical center. A permit application was filed with the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health last week and is currently […]
Haggo’s Organic Taco
Haggo’s Organic Taco, an organic and seed oil-free Mexican-inspired restaurant, is expanding to a new 2,898 sq ft location at 222 North City Drive in the North City mixed-use development in San Marcos. Plans have been submitted to the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and are currently listed as ‘Plan In-Review.’ The restaurant […]