Noko Yaki
Asian-inspired neighborhood steakhouse with tableside grilling, from Noko Hospitality partners Jon Murray, Wilson Brannock, and Executive Chef Dung ‘Junior’ Vo. Third concept from the group behind Noko and Kase x Noko. Located in the former Tin Angel building on West End. Website lists as ‘Coming Soon’ with mailing list signup. Bon Appétit named it among […]
Da Trap Kitchen
Da Trap Kitchen, known for pasta, burgers, wings, and chicken fingers, has filed for a certificate of occupancy for a new 1,800 sq ft grab-and-go location at 1709 E Holmes Rd in Memphis. The permit was under review as of July 10, 2026. No opening timeline has been announced. The restaurant already operates a location […]
Walt & Ricky’s Seafood Kitchen
Fine dining seafood restaurant with Southern influence opening in the former Fancy’s Fish House space near Tom Lee Park. Menu features raw bar, oysters, seafood towers, Chilean sea bass, whole branzino, lobster rolls, seafood pasta, and steaks. Will include indoor-outdoor spaces and an oyster bar. Buildout still underway; owner targets September 2026 opening.
Rock N’ Roll Sushi
Rock N’ Roll Sushi is opening its 12th Tennessee location and 79th systemwide in Hardin Valley near Pellissippi State Community College. Owned and operated by John Flood and partners, with Micah Foster as General Manager. Menu features American-style sushi rolls, hibachi entrees, ramen bowls, and appetizers. Beer available at opening with cocktails coming soon. Hours: […]
McDonald’s
Third-generation McDonald’s owner/operator Funderburk Family broke ground on their sixth Putnam County location at the Willows Shopping Center development. Venture Construction is building the restaurant, projected to open fall 2026. Expected to serve 350,000+ guests annually and create 70 jobs.
Holiday Inn Maryville
98-room Holiday Inn coming to downtown Maryville on former parking lot at 202 W. Broadway Ave. Development by Sandip Patel of Devi Capital (Morristown, TN). Will include a 118-space parking garage. Groundbreaking occurred in 2024; project still in early stages with no confirmed opening date. Devi Capital has developed multiple East Tennessee hotels including Fairfield […]
Former DoubleTree Hotel (proposed renovation)
$63 million redevelopment proposed for the vacant former DoubleTree Hotel at 185 Union Avenue in Downtown Memphis. Plans include hundreds of restored hotel rooms, upgraded meeting and event spaces, enhanced exterior, and new dining/communal areas. Developers are seeking a 15-year PILOT program, historic preservation tax credits, New Markets Tax Credits, and TIF financing. Project is […]
Pendry Nashville
Pendry Nashville is a 30-story luxury hotel and condo building under construction at Paseo South Gulch, developed by SomeraRoad. Slated for completion in 2027. Pre-sales have exceeded $26 million in Q1 2026, including a $7M penthouse sale. Located near 8th Avenue South and Division Street. Development also includes Tennessee’s first Equinox luxury gym (early 2027 […]
Breadie’s Cafe
Full-service coffee shop and bakery with breakfast, lunch, and to-go dinner options, located within One City Church. Owned by Chris and Karin Conlee. Seats ~80 indoors plus 70 on open porch (porch opening spring 2027). Menu includes croissants, bagels, live fire pizza, gumbo, burgers, and weekend brunch. Grand opening planned for mid-October 2026 with soft […]
City Barbeque
City Barbeque opening a new location in Murfreesboro, TN on July 20, 2026. Will host a Rib’n & Ribbon Cutting with the Rutherford County Chamber at 10 a.m. First 50 guests receive gift bags. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sun-Thu, until 10 p.m. Fri-Sat. Offers dine-in, carryout, delivery, and full-service catering. CEO is Mike […]