Sho Pizza Bar
Sho Pizza Bar, a Tokyo-inspired neo-Neapolitan pizza concept co-founded by Mary Carlisle Gambill, Ben Gambill, and chef Sean Brock, is planning a second Nashville-area location at 54 White Bridge Pike in West Nashville. The space is a former Sports Seasons retail location near Trader Joe’s and Anatolia. No opening timeline has been announced. MZA Architecture […]
Ometeo
Modern Tex-Mex concept from Washington D.C.-based Long Shot Hospitality, developed with Top Chef winner Chef-Partner Gabe Erales. Will occupy ~10,000 sq ft at Peabody Union mixed-use development in Nashville’s South Bank district. Features live-fire cooking, scratch-made tortilla program, chef-driven fajita program, and large outdoor patio overlooking the Cumberland River. Design by Grizform Design Architects. No […]
Waffle House
Waffle House is preparing to open a new location at 12085 Lebanon Road in Mt. Juliet, TN, on a former do-it-yourself car wash site spanning just over an acre east of Nonaville Road. Construction is underway. No estimated opening date or construction timeline has been provided. The new location will expand Waffle House’s presence in […]
Melissa’s Sir Pizza
Family-owned West Nashville pizza restaurant operating since 1966 on Charlotte Pike is being forced to relocate due to redevelopment. Owner Melissa Basant has until September 2026 to vacate. Family has identified several possible new locations but has not yet secured one. GoFundMe launched to cover relocation costs including kitchen buildout and permitting. Hopes to remain […]
Vagabond
Vagabond is a self-pour wine bar and restaurant making its U.S. debut in The Gulch neighborhood of Nashville. Founded by Vanderbilt graduate Stephen Finch, who launched the concept in the UK in 2010. The 2,800-square-foot venue will feature 100 rotating wines on self-pour taps, seasonal small plates inspired by wine-producing regions, a full-service bar emphasizing […]
Nekter Juice Bar
Nekter Juice Bar opening a new 1,500 sq ft fast casual juice and smoothie location at Brooklawn Village. Part of a 155-unit national brand. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Check average $10-30+, no alcohol.
Gas Station/Restaurant/Vape Shop
Mixed-use development including a quick-service restaurant, gas station, convenience store, vape shop, and laundromat set to open at the former Sadie Lou’s location on Riverside Drive and D Street. No specific restaurant name or opening date provided.
Checkers and Rally’s
Memphis businessman Sedrick Turner, who operates 15+ restaurant locations across four states, is investing in a new Checkers and Rally’s restaurant along Elvis Presley Boulevard in the Whitehaven neighborhood. The restaurant is expected to operate primarily through its drive-thru. Turner plans to open the location this fall despite ongoing construction challenges along the corridor.
Cledis Burgers & Beer
Cledis Burgers & Beer is preparing to open its fourth Tennessee location at 1211 Greenland Drive in Murfreesboro, taking over the former home of The Boro Bar & Grill. The fast-casual concept serves smash burgers, sandwiches, wings, and rotating taps of local and regional beers. The new location is expected to feature indoor and outdoor […]
Yeppa & Co.
Atlanta-based Italian restaurant concept Yeppa & Co. is planning its first out-of-state expansion with a Nashville location inside the Caption by Hyatt hotel at 118 12th Ave S in the Gulch neighborhood. The concept is operated by Y Hospitality, also behind Forza Storico and Storico Fresco. Menu features handmade pastas, focaccia-style flatbreads, seafood, cocktails, and […]