Jacques Louise Bakery
Gluten-free bakery relocating to larger space to meet growing demand. New location will allow increased production for walk-in clients, pre-orders, wholesale partners, and potential shipping. Plans to add more menu items and host events for gluten-free community.
El Veracruz
El Veracruz is opening a new Mexican restaurant location in Millington, expanding from their Mississippi base. The restaurant will occupy 1,200 square feet with capacity for 75 people in a space previously housing Oriental Noodle.
The Scoop
Ice cream shop opening in former Sweet Magnolia Gelato Co. location at Crosstown Concourse. Evolution of Kaye’s Pints & Scoops brand’s first scoop shop. Will offer milkshakes, waffle cones, and specialty items. Features small-batch, hand-churned ice creams without artificial flavors or dyes.
Buffalo Wild Wings Go
Buffalo Wild Wings Go opening as an attached location to existing Dunkin’ franchise, creating a hybrid eatery. Construction has been underway for past few months.
Tripolis Sweets
Middle Eastern bakery bringing Lebanese sweets and pastries to Memphis area. Owned by cousins Mustapha Mustapha and Mounir Mourabi, both hospitality veterans. Will feature authentic Lebanese sweets, Arabic ice cream, and shaved ice with 3-4 tables for seating.
Big Bad Breakfast
Chef John Currence’s Big Bad Breakfast is taking a lease at the former City Cafe location. The breakfast-and-lunch restaurant features Southern-inspired food including biscuits, shrimp and grits, and cocktails. Opening timeline is pending.
Berry Social
Acai bowl restaurant scheduled to open in summer 2026 near Covenant Health Park. Not a franchise but licensee of Berry Divine of Arizona. Located in the Delaney Building.
La Miga Bakery
Puerto Rico-based La Miga Bakery plans to open in Millington. Commercial alteration permit issued April 1 for 995-square-foot space renovation. Known for Cuban sandwiches, pastries and coffee.
Chick-fil-A
New Chick-fil-A location being built across from existing location on Vann Drive, sparking traffic concerns from residents
Peach Cobbler Factory
Peach Cobbler Factory opening in Memphis Medical District, offering Southern-style desserts including peach cobbler, banana pudding, cheesecake, and milkshakes. 1,600 square foot storefront operated by franchisees Otis and Janie Jackson with manager Tiffany McCrary.