Taco Prime
Taco Prime, an authentic Mexican restaurant founded by Ingrid and Sergio Vilchis, is expanding from its original Bartlett location to a new spot in Cordova, TN. The restaurant will occupy the former Guthrie’s space at 180 S Germantown Pkwy. Renovations are already underway including exterior painting and interior work. Menu includes tacos with hand-made corn […]
Taco Prime
Taco Prime, a Mexican concept owned by spouses Ingrid and Sergio Vilchis, is planning a second location at 5201 Poplar Ave in Memphis (formerly a Starbucks and Abner’s Famous Chicken). Signage is already up. No opening timeline has been announced. The concept’s first location opened in Bartlett in September 2025.
Tennessean Travel Stop (Dolly Parton)
Dolly Parton’s flagship Tennessean Travel Stop set to open June 24, 2026 in Cornersville, TN (~60 miles south of Nashville off I-65 at Exit 22). The travel stop will feature multiple dining options including DLY BBQ, Cup of Ambition Coffee, and a full-service sit-down restaurant, plus fuel stations, EV charging, a dog park, general store, […]
Christie Cookie Co.
Christie Cookie Co. is opening a new standalone bakery at Nashville Yards on June 6, 2026, during CMA Fest weekend. Grand opening celebration runs 11am-1pm with ribbon cutting, live music, free cookies, and special appearances. This marks the brand’s return to a physical retail presence in Nashville after closing all storefronts in recent years.
Kevin Boehm Nashville Restaurants
Kevin Boehm, known for Momotaro, is returning to Nashville with 3 new restaurants. His first Nashville restaurant (6 Degrees) previously closed. Article indicates 3 new restaurant concepts are planned for Nashville but specific names, addresses, and opening dates are not provided in the available content.
Ahi Asian Bistro
Asian fusion restaurant featuring sushi, hibachi, and American-style Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Located at Lakeland Town Square. Set to open ‘this week’ as of May 28, 2026.
DLY BBQ
DLY BBQ is a full-service sit-down cafe and restaurant located inside Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, a Dolly Parton-themed travel center at exit 22 off I-65 in Cornersville, TN. The flagship location opens June 24, 2026 with a grand opening celebration featuring live music. The travel stop also includes Dolly’s Cup of Ambition Coffee, custom merch, […]
Las Reinas
Las Reinas is a new Mexican restaurant opening in Johnson City, TN, taking over the former Diablo Mexican Grill building on E. Main Street. The restaurant is in the final inspection phase before officially opening. Will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Owner is Miguel Gonzalez; business partner/translator is Brian Rios.
Saffron Coffee Co
Saffron Coffee Co LLC has filed a certificate of occupancy with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development (under review as of May 28, 2026) for a cafe/coffee shop at 3826 Park Avenue. No opening timeline has been announced and the concept has no digital footprint yet. Article author has reached out […]
Best Oysters
Best Oysters, an oyster-focused concept that previously operated as a pop-up/food truck, is converting a storefront at 2659 N. Hollywood Street into a permanent brick-and-mortar location. Renovations are actively underway. No opening date has been announced yet. The business continues to operate at its Yale Ave location during construction.