Dave’s Hot Chicken
Southern Rock Restaurants franchise planning two new Dave’s Hot Chicken locations in West Michigan. Grandville location at 3148 44th St SW expected around end of 2026; Grand Rapids location at 3921 28th St SE expected spring/summer 2027. These will be the first Dave’s Hot Chicken locations in West Michigan. Menu includes chicken tenders, sliders, cheese […]
Rhythm Coffee
Erin Carnes is planning a permanent coffee shop location in Detroit’s Martin Park area, serving handcrafted coffees and drinks. Currently operating as a catering/pop-up coffee company. Raising $5,000 by Aug. 20, 2026 to reserve the space. No firm opening date set; buildout expected to be completed by early next year (early 2027).
Prost Brewing Co.
Prost Brewing Co. is opening its fifth Colorado biergarten at The Lookout at Clear Creek Crossing in Wheat Ridge. The 6,800 sq ft location will feature an enclosed patio, private event space, a one-barrel R&D brewhouse, and 40 taps serving beer, cocktails, wine, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages. Opening expected in August 2026.
Picchi
Chicago-based Boka Restaurant Group has submitted plans to open three new concepts in Cherry Creek: Picchi (Italian), Varda (Mediterranean), and 2nd & Adams Rooftop (rooftop bar/restaurant), all at 3250 E. Second Avenue. Picchi is the primary Italian concept featuring pappardelle, cavatelli, mussels, and scallop crudo. No opening timeline has been announced. Group was founded by […]
Snipeburger
The team behind King of Wings (owners Eddie Renshaw, Evan Pierce, and kitchen manager Mitch Conley) plans to open two new restaurant concepts — Snipeburger (smashburgers) and Tillie’s Tavern Pizza (Chicago tavern-style pizza) — under one roof at 6995 W 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge, CO, with separate entrances. Both concepts have been tested via […]
Fire on the Mountain
Fire on the Mountain is preparing to open a third Denver location in the Central Park neighborhood, taking over the former TAG Burger Bar space. The restaurant serves chicken wings, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and has a full bar with craft beer and cocktails. Known for 17 house-made sauces and elevated comfort food. Owned by Andrea […]
Gyro Republic
Houston-area halal Mediterranean fast-casual chain (gyros, shawarma, falafel, hummus) expanding to DFW for the first time. Franchisee named Ayman is behind the Mansfield location. Construction set to begin October 2026 with completion targeted February 2027. Brand currently operates seven Houston-area locations.
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food plans to open at 26556 E. University Drive, Suite 210 in Little Elm, TX. Construction is expected to be completed by February 2027, though no specific opening date has been disclosed. The Hawaiian plate lunch concept was founded in Utah in 2008 by brothers Kimo and Kalani Mack. Menu features […]
Hashtag India
Hashtag India, an Indian cuisine chain, plans to open its eighth Texas location in Northlake at the corner of FM 407 and Cleveland-Gibbs Road. Construction is scheduled to begin December 2026 with completion targeted for December 2027. Franchise owner Mary Sindhu Dodda declined to share specific opening timeline details. Signature dishes include Jalapeño Chicken, Guntur […]
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Jersey Mike’s Subs plans to open a new franchise location at 14917 Sendera Ranch Blvd., Suite 125, within the Green Brick development in Sendera Ranch (Haslet, TX). Construction is targeted for completion in mid-October 2026. John Mills is the franchisee for this location. Based on public filings.