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The BeckFast Place

New breakfast spot coming soon to the former Skillet space in German Village/Schumacher Place neighborhood. Skillet closed last February after 17 years in business.

Pepper House

Sichuan restaurant Pepper House, originally from Ellicott City, is opening a second location as a permanent stall inside R. House food hall in Remington, Baltimore. Set to open mid-October 2026, the stall will feature the same menu as the flagship including Chengdu dumplings, house-made chili oil, and dan dan noodles. Owned by Yuan Shen and […]

Sushi Masa

Sushi Masa, an all-you-can-eat Japanese sushi and hibachi chain with 13 locations nationwide and 3 in Florida (Lakeland, Tampa, Pensacola), has signed a lease for a 6,723 sq ft freestanding restaurant in Cape Coral. The space was previously occupied by Texas Tony’s Rib & Brewhouse. No opening date announced.

Fortune House

Fortune House is listed as coming to Preston Hollow area of Dallas this fall 2026, located at 7825 Firefall Way.

Fin and Feathers

Fin and Feathers, a Southern soul/elevated dining restaurant, is coming soon to Marietta Square at 16 Atlanta Street, across from Johnnie MacCracken’s Celtic Firehouse Pub. This is the chain’s 9th location, with other locations across Georgia (Atlanta, Douglasville, Stone Mountain, Albany) and one in Las Vegas. Menu features Southern-inspired dishes including fried catfish, chicken wings, […]

Bruzi

Southern Italian-focused restaurant concept planned to take over the former Aldar Bistro space in Bala Cynwyd. The two couples behind Gran Caffè L’Aquila in Center City are converting the Lebanese restaurant into Bruzi, which will feature house-made pastas, white tablecloths, and a robust beverage program. No opening date announced.

Cold Stone Creamery / Planet Smoothie / Wetzel’s Pretzels

An application filed with the City of Bristol proposes a new multi-concept takeout restaurant at 838 Farmington Ave. featuring Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Smoothie, and Wetzel’s Pretzels. The project is under review; original plans for an ~800 sq ft addition were dropped due to cost. Applicant now plans to use the existing building with possible […]

The Spring Country Club Restaurant

The Spring Country Club is opening a signature fine dining restaurant overlooking the golf course as part of broader renovations to its 55-acre property. The restaurant is described as opening in August 2026. The club is being reimagined as a modern private club destination with sports, wellness, and dining amenities.

Church’s Texas Chicken

Church’s Texas Chicken purchased 50,000 sq ft of commercial land at 2815 First St. E. in Bradenton for $975,000 to build its first Manatee County location. The site is between O’Reilly Auto Parts and Circle K, across from Firkins Automotive Group. No construction or opening date has been announced.

Taverna Pizza and Gyro

Taverna Pizza and Gyro is a pizzeria and Greek restaurant coming soon to Beaumont’s Westbrook Shopping Center at 4405 Calder Ave. Owner Bardi Demiri announced a hiring push for servers, cashiers, cooks, and kitchen prep staff. The restaurant is replacing the former Bocca Felice Italian restaurant which closed in 2024.