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MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE

Atlanta, GA-based TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (founded 1997) opened a new location in Murfreesboro, TN, growing to over 1200 units.

These fast/casual smoothie restaurants serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating is for around 50 and catering is available. Locations are franchised and trade in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and WV.

SAN FRANCISCO

CALIFORNIA

RUSTY LADLE will be opening soon in San Francisco, CA. This casual American restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating is for around 70 patrons and beer/wine service is available.

SAN JOSE

CALIFORNIA

ALOTA HOUSE will be opening soon in San Diego, CA and replacing Royal Café. This family-style restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 70 and beer/wine service will be available.

SEBASTOPOL

CALIFORNIA

AMERICANA will be opening soon in Sebastopol, CA and replacing Gypsy Café. This family-style restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 80.

CHOWCHILLA

CALIFORNIA

TAQUERIA LAS AVES opened in Chowchilla, CA in March and replaced Corsaros Family Pizza. This casual/family restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and full bar service will be available.

SAN FRANCISCO

CALIFORNIA

ASIAN BOX just opened in San Francisco, CA and replaced Museum Cafe. This fast/casual restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner. Seating will be for around 90 and check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person. Full bar service will be available.

LONG BEACH

CALIFORNIA

PLANTITTAS KITCHEN is coming soon to Long Beach, CA. This casual/family Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 90 patrons.

SAN DIEGO

CALIFORNIA

EL BEBEDERO MEXICAN & SEAFOOD is set to open in San Diego, CA. This casual/family restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 90. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person and beer/wine service will be available.

ELK GROVE

CALIFORNIA

EMBER KOREAN BBQ will be opening soon in Elk Grove, CA and replacing Orient Express Restaurant. This family-style Asian spot will serve lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and beer/wine service will be available.

SAN JOSE

CALIFORNIA

LA CIMA GRILL SPORTS BAR will be opening soon in San Jose, CA and replacing Taqueria Corona. This casual/family American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 90 patrons. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person and beer/wine service will be available.

DOWNEY

CALIFORNIA

BESO is opening soon in Downey, CA. This casual/family Latin eatery will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 70. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person and beer/wine service will be available.

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WESTON & CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA

Columbus, OH-based POKE BROS (founded 2016) is opening two new locations in FL (Weston and Coral Springs), increasing from 79 to 81 units (3% growth).

These fast/casual Hawaiian eateries serve lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating is for around 60 patrons. Catering and beer/wine service are available. Locations trade in DE, FL, IL, IN, KY, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC and TN.

BRONX

NEW YORK

FRANKIES OF ARTHUR AVENUE is opening soon in Bronx, NY and replacing Arthur Avenue Fiasco. This casual/family Italian restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating is for around 100 patrons and full bar service is available.

BARRYVILLE

NEW YORK

RIVERS EDGE will be replacing The Carriage House soon in Barryville, NY. This family-style American restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and full bar service will be available.

JACKSON HEIGHTS

NEW YORK

GIAS TEA HOUSE will be opening soon in Jackson Heights, NY and replacing Bazaar NY. This family-style restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 40 and beer/wine service will be available.

NEW YORK

CASA EMILIO RESTAURANTE is opening soon in New York, NY and replacing El Conuco Restaurant. This casual/family Mexican restaurant serves lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60 and full bar service is available.

NEW YORK

GANGNAM KOREAN BBQ & HOT POT will be opening in New York, NY. This casual/family restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with full bar. Seating will be for around 80 and check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

LATHAM

NEW YORK

TIPSY TACO CANTINA is coming to Latham, NY this summer and replacing Kemp\’s Hockey Supply. This casual/family restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 patrons.

MASPETH

NEW YORK

MASALA KITCHEN AND LOUNGE opened in February in Maspeth, NY. This restaurant serves lunch and dinner with seating for around 60. Check averages will range from $10-$30+ per person and beer/wine service is available.

EAST MEADOW

NEW YORK

CASA DE QUESO will be opening soon in East Meadow, NY. This family-style restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 70 and beer/wine service will be available.

HICKSVILLE

NEW YORK

CAFE CULTURE is opening in Hicksville, NY. This casual restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with seating for around 60 patrons. Check averages range from $6-$15+ per person.

NEW YORK

DELANCEY GRILL is opening in New York, NY. This quick-serve deli serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Check averages will range from $4-$12+ per person.

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FORT MYERS, FLORIDA

Nashville, TN-based LOGANS ROADHOUSE (founded 1991) opened a new location in Fort Myers, FL on April 19th, increasing from 135 to 136 units (1% growth).

These casual/family American restaurants serve lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Catering and full bar service is available. Seating is for around 250. Locations are franchised and trade in AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA and WV.

BIRMINGHAM

ALABAMA

KITCHEN HOT WOK is opening soon in Birmingham, AL and replacing EZ Street Wings. This casual/family Asian restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating is for around 60 patrons.

MORROW

GEORGIA

SOCIALEYEZ RESTAURANT & LOUNGE will be opening soon in Morrow, GA. This family-style American restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 and full bar service will be available.

MARIETTA

GEORGIA

BAADSHAH LOUNGE & BAR will be opening soon in Marietta, GA. This family-style restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90.

COLUMBUS

GEORGIA

FIESTA MEXICAN BAR & GRILL opened in Columbus, GA in February and replaced Lavonne\’s Country Cookin\’. This casual/family Mexican restaurant serves lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80.

FORT SCOTT

KANSAS

BRICK STREET BBQ will be opening in Fort Scott, KS in May, replacing Luther\’s Bbq. This casual/family restaurant will serve lunch and dinner. Seating will be for around 70 and check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

MISSION

KANSAS

TACOS EL GALLO is coming soon to Mission, KS and replacing The Corner Lalo\’s Kitchen. This casual/family restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60 patrons.

CAMPBELL

MISSOURI

CAMPBELL PIZZA PRO is set to open in Campbell, MO. This fast/casual restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with seating for around 40. Check averages will range from $6-$15+ per person.

PARKVILLE

MISSOURI

EDDIES TAVERN will be opening soon in Parkville, MO. This family-style American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and beer/wine service will be available.

COTTLEVILLE

MISSOURI

LILIANA\’S ITALIAN KITCHEN just opened on April 18th in Cottleville, MO and replaced La Chata Mexican Cuisine. This casual/family restaurant serves lunch and dinner with seating for around 90 patrons. Check averages range from $10-$30+ per person.

CROFTON

MARYLAND

THAI NOW is opening soon in Crofton, MD. This casual/family Asian eatery will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 60. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

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BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA

THE FLAME BROILER (founded 1995) is opening a new location in Bakersfield, CA, growing to nearly 200 units.

These fast/casual Asian restaurants are open for lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating is for around 60 and catering is available. Locations are franchised and trade in AZ, CA, FL, ID, NC and OK.

LOS ANGELES

CALIFORNIA

FOXHALL just opened in Los Angeles, CA on April 15th, replacing Pizzeria Il Fico. This upscale Steakhouse is open for lunch and dinner with a $15-$50+ per person check average. Seating is for around 50 patrons and full bar service is available.

RAMONA

CALIFORNIA

MI SONORA MARISCOS will be opening soon in Ramona, CA and replace Molcajete Tacos. This family-style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 and beer/wine service will be available.

REDWOOD CITY

CALIFORNIA

IZAKAYA RAKUZO will be opening soon in Redwood City, CA and replacing Warung Siska. This family-style Asian restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 90.

EL DORADO HILLS

CALIFORNIA

EL ENCANTO COCINA will be coming soon to El Dorado Hills, CA and replace Chandos Cantina. This casual/family Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and full bar service will be available.

SAN FRANCISCO

CALIFORNIA

CITY VIEW RESTAURANT has just opened in San Francisco, CA after relocating from Commerical Street. This 5000 square foot, casual/family restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner. Seating will be for around 200 and check averages will range from $10-$30+ per person. Full bar service will be available.

N. HOLLYWOOD

CALIFORNIA

SUSHIEN is coming soon to North Hollywood, CA. This casual/family Sushi restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 90 patrons.

WEST COVINA

CALIFORNIA

TITOS PIZZA BISTRO BREWS is set to open in West Covina, CA. This casual/family American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 80. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person and beer/wine service will be available.

LOS ANGELES

CALIFORNIA

ROLL CALL will be opening soon in Los Angeles, CA, replacing the Tomodachi Sushi. This family-style Japanese spot will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and beer/wine service will be available.

GRASS VALLEY

CALIFORNIA

THE PHOENIX TAPHOUSE will be opening soon in Grass Valley, CA. This casual/family American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 90 patrons. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person and beer/wine service will be available.

THOUSAND OAKS

CALIFORNIA

KANSUI RAMEN is opening soon in Thousand Oaks, CA and replacing Maru Kitchen. This casual/family Japanese eatery will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 70. Check averages will range from $6-$15+ per person and beer/wine service will be availble.

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Plano, TX-based VELVET TACO (established 2011) just opened a new location in Nashville, TN, growing from 41 to 42 units (3% growth).

These fast/casual Mexican restaurants are open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating is for around 80 patrons and beer/wine service is available. Catering is offered. Locations trade in GA, IL, NC, OK, TN and TX.

ORLANDO

FLORIDA

SAPPORO IZAKAYA & RAMEN is coming soon to Orlando, FL and replacing Tijuana Flats Burrito Company. This casual/family Japanese restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

RIVIERA BEACH

FLORIDA

WILL\’S SMOKING BBQ AND BURGER SHACK is set to open soon in Riviera Beach, FL. This casual/family American restaurant will serve lunch and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20 or more. Seating will be for approximately 80 customers.

OCALA

FLORIDA

TAQUERIA EL JAROCHO is coming soon to Shelbyville, IN and replacing Commissary Kitchen. This family-style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20+. Seating will be provided for approximately 60 customers.

NAPLES

FLORIDA

BACI PIZZA will be opening a second location soon in Naples, FL and replacing Hey, Jude\’s Café. This fast/casual pizza spot will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 30.

MIAMI BEACH

FLORIDA

DULCE VIDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT will be opening soon in the old space of Pan Fiore in Miami Beach, FL. This casual/family restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and full bar service will be provided.

HOLLYWOOD

FLORIDA

FANCY PLANTS SALAD CO is set to open soon in Hollywood, FL. This fast/casual healthy spot will serve lunch and dinner and have seating for approximately 60 guests. Check averages will range from $6-$15+.

INTERLACHEN

FLORIDA

HOG WILD BURGERS & SHAKES is coming soon Interlachen, FL. This family-style American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

SARASOTA

FLORIDA

BESO will be opening on June 2nd in Sarasota, FL. This family-style Spanish restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20+. Seating will be provided for approximately 150 customers and full bar service will be available.

ORLANDO

FLORIDA

THEO\’S KITCHEN is set to open soon in Orlando, FL. The restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20+. Seating will be provided for approximately 80 customers.

BONITA SPRINGS

FLORIDA

GATSBYS PIZZA is coming soon to Bonita Springs, FL. This casual pizza eatery will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 60.

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COCONUT CREEK, FLORIDA

Charlotte, NC-based CLEAN EATZ (founded 2011) is opening a new location in Coconut Creek, FL increasing from 72 to 91 units since July, 2021 (26% growth).

These fast/casual restaurants serve sandwiches and burgers. Meal periods are lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating is for around 80 and catering is available. Locations trade in AL, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MI, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN and VA.

BALTIMORE

MARYLAND

OCK DOGS & BURGERS is coming soon to Baltimore, MD and replacing Bbq King. This fast/casual restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 40 patrons.

BALTIMORE

MARYLAND

CHOPIN NOODLE HOUSE just opened in Baltimore, MD and replaced Hippo Kitchen. This family style Asian restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

SHAWNEE

OKLAHOMA

BREE\’S LOKOS TACOS will be opening soon in Shawnee, OK. This family style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90.

LAWTON

OKLAHOMA

HANGOUT BAR-N-GRILL just opened on March 6th and replaced BP Saltwater Grill. This casual/family American restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Full bar service is available and seating is for around 100.

GROVE

OKLAHOMA

HEROS DELI just opened on March 15th in Grove, OK. This quick-serve deli is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating is for around 20.

NORMAN

OKLAHOMA

ICHIBAN SUSHI BAR-POKE is coming soon to Norman. This casual Japanese restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 patrons.

WARR ACRES

OKLAHOMA

KOFFIE & LOUNGE will be opening soon in Warr Acres, OK and replacing Antique House. This quick-serve coffee restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with seating for around 20 patrons. Check averages will range from $4-$12+ per person.

BROKEN BOW

OKLAHOMA

MI RANCHITO & CANTINA will be opening soon in Broken Bow, OK. This family-style Mexican spot will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 and full bar service will be available.

NASHVILLE

TENNESSEE

TAJ INDIAN RESTAURANT is set to open in Nashville, TN and replacing the Garden Shop. This casual/family Indian restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 90. Check averages will range from $10-$30+ per person.

BARTLETT

TENNESSEE

MAMMY\’S DISH ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT is opening soon in Bartlett, TN and replacing Ars. This casual/family African restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 70. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

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NAPLES, FLORIDA

Salt Lake City, UT-based BAD ASS COFFEE OF HAWAII (established 1995) is opening a new location in Naples, Fl, growing from 34 to 35 units (3% growth).

These fast/casual coffee restaurants are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Beer/wine service is available, and seating is for approximately 10 patrons. Locations are franchised and currently trade in AL, AZ, CA, FL, HI, INT\’L, MN, NJ, NM, UT and VA.

PORT ST. LUCIE

FLORIDA

DEL RIO AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT will be coming soon to Port St. Lucie, FL and replace Native New Yorker. This family-style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Full bar service will be available and seating will be for around 80 customers.

DAYTONA BEACH

FLORIDA

HARRYS FAMOUS PIZZA just opened in Daytona Beach, FL on March 16th. This casual/family Italian restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 80 customers.

SWEETWATER

FLORIDA

EL TAMBO GRILL will be coming soon to Sweetwater, FL. This casual Mexican eatery will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60 customers.

SAVANNAH

GEORGIA

KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR just opened in Savannah, GA and replaced Chromatic Dragon. This casual/family Cajun restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with a $10–$30+ per person check average. Full bar service is available and seating is for around 100.

LITHIA SPRINGS

GEORGIA

STACHIA\’S EXPRESS GRILL will be opening soon in Lithia Springs, GA and replacing Thorton Wings & More. This quick-serve restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6–$15+ per person check average. Seating will be limited to around 20 patrons.

WEST PLAINS

MISSOURI

JO COFFEE will be opening on April 20th in West Plains, MO. This quick-serve coffee restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 20 customers.

OCEAN SPRINGS

MISSISSIPPI

BOATHOUSE BAR & GRILL will be opening soon in Ocean Springs, MS and replacing Mikey\’s On The Bayou. This family-style American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90.

LILLINGTON

NORTH CAROLINA

EAST KINGSTON JAMAICAN RESTAURANT will be opening soon in Lillington, NC. This family style Caribbean restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for about 80.

TULSA

OKLAHOMA

BRIAS ITALIAN ICE & ICE CREAM will be opening in Tulsa, OK. This quick-serve coffee & ice cream spot will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours with a $4-$12+ per person check average.

ARDMORE

OKLAHOMA

3 J S SOUTHERN EAT will be opening a new location in Ardmore, OK. This family-style American restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

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NEWTON, IOWA

JIMMY JOHN\’S (founded 1983) is opening a new location in Newton, IA, growing to nearly 3000 locations.

These fast/casual sandwich restaurants are open for lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating is for around 20 patrons and catering is available. Locations are franchised and trade in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and WY.

ATTICA

INDIANA

ATTICA COFFEEHOUSE is coming soon to Attica, IN. This quick-serve coffee restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 10.

GREENFIELD

INDIANA

LITTLE ROS PUB & EATERY is set to open soon in Greenfield, IN. This casual/family American restaurant will serve lunch and dinner, with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20 or more. Full bar service will also be available, with seating for approximately 80 customers.

SHELBYVILLE

INDIANA

BLUE AGAVE RESTAURANT is coming soon to Shelbyville, IN and replacing Riverfront Taproom. This family-style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner, with an estimated check per person ranging from $8-$20 or more. Seating will be provided for approximately 90 customers. Full bar service is available.

LOUISVILLE

KENTUCK

WILDFIRE COFFEE CO will be opening soon in Louisville, KY, replacing Arroweye Solutions Inc. This quick-serve coffee spot will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 20.

BOSTON

MASSACHUSETTS

LOCO TAQUERIA & OYSTER BAR will be opening soon in the old space of Plant Pub in Boston, MA. This casual/family Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 and full bar service will be provided.

SWAMPSCOTT

MASSACHUSETTS

DOCKSIDE PUB is set to open June 1st in Swampscott, MA, replacing Zestfriendz. This American restaurant will serve lunch and dinner and have seating for approximately 90 guests. Check averages will range from $8 to $20 or more and full bar service will be available.

CAMBRIDGE

MASSACHUSETTS

RAMEN O\’BOWL is coming soon Cambridge, MA, taking the space of Berryline. This family-style Japanese restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80 and full bar service will be offered.

PRINCETON

MINNESOTA

CHAPALA MEXICAN GRILL will soon open in Princeton, MN, taking over K-bob Café. This family-style restaurant will be open for lunch, and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8 to $20 or more. Seating will be provided for approximately 80 customers.

SAINT PAUL

MINNESOTA

MAI LAM VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT is set to open soon in Saint Paul, MN, taking over the space previously occupied by Sprout Salad. The restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an estimated check per person ranging from $8 to $20 or more. Full bar service will also be available, and seating will be provided for approximately 80 customers.

CAPE MAY

NEW JERSEY

BUOY COFFEE SHOP is coming soon to the boardwalk at Cape May, NJ. This quick-serve coffee space will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 10.

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ORANGEBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA

Charlotte, NC-based BOJANGLES (founded 1977) is opening a new location in Orangeburg, SC, growing to nearly 800 units.

These quick-serve chicken restaurants are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating is for around 50 patrons. Locations are franchised and trade in AL, DC, FL, GA, KY, MD, MS, NC, PA, SC, TN, VA and WV.

ORANGE PARK

FLORIDA

PHILADELPHIA ORIGINAL SANDWICHES is coming soon to Orange Park, FL. This fast/casual sandwich shop will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 30 patrons.

WEST PALM BEACH

FLORIDA

VARSITY WINGS & THINGS will be opening soon in West Palm Beach, FL, and replacing Tamaron Market. This fast/casual chicken restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

PONTE VEDRA BEACH

FLORIDA

CATULLO ITALIAN will be opening its second location in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This family style restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Beer/wine service will be available and seating will be for around 80.

SARASOTA

FLORIDA

OSTERIA AT SOUTHSIDE just opened in Sarasota, FL on April 10th, replacing Reef Cakes. This casual/family Italian restaurant is open for lunch and dinner with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating is for around 100.

FORT LAUDERDALE

FLORIDA

CAFE BASTILLE will be opening soon in Fort Lauderdale, FL, replacing Monarch Café. This casual/family French cafe will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90.

TAMPA

FLORIDA

BBQ SEMINOLE is opening soon in Tampa, FL. This casual/family barbeque restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 90. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

MIAMI

FLORIDA

EL SABOR DE HONDURAS is set to open in Miami, FL. This casual/family Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with seating for around 80. Check averages will range from $8-$20+ per person.

PALMETTO BAY

FLORIDA

BREAK THYME CAFÉ will be opening soon in Palmetto Bay, FL. This family-style eatery will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with an $8-$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 60.

JACKSONVILLE

FLORIDA

ARTESSENCE COFFEE will be opening soon in Jacksonville, FL. This quick-serve coffee restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours, with seating for around 20 patrons. Check averages will range from $4-$12+ per person.

LEAWOOD

KANSAS

BRUU is coming soon to Leawood, KS, replacing T Loft. This quick-serve bubble tea spot will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours with a $4-$12+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 20 patrons.

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LUTZ, FLORIDA

BLAZE PIZZA (founded 2011) is opening a new location in Lutz, FL, growing to over 300 units.

These fast/casual pizza restaurants are open for lunch and dinner with a $6-$15+ per person check average. Beer/wine service is offered and seating is for around 70 patrons. Locations are franchised and trade in AB, AL, AR, AZ, BC, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, ON, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and WV.

BONIFAY

FLORIDA

POPPY\’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE will be opening soon in Bonifay, FL. This casual Italian restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner, with a check average of $8-$20+ per person. Seating will be for around 90 customers.

MIAMI

FLORIDA

SUSHI SAKE will be coming soon to Miami, FL. This casual/family Japanese eatery will be open for lunch and dinner, with a $10–$30+ average check per person. Beer/wine service will be available, and seating will be for around 100 customers.

LEESBURG

FLORIDA

LUNA AZUL AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Leesburg, FL will open soon. This family-style Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner, with a check average of $8-$20+ per person. Seating will be for about 90 people.

ARDEN

NORTH CAROLINA

PITA HOUSE will be coming soon to Arden, NC and will replace El Patron Subs & Grill. This fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner, with a $6-$15+ average check per person. Seating will be for about 40 customers.

DURHAM

NORTH CAROLINA

OTTO BBQ & Grill will be coming soon to Durham, NC, and replacing Pupuseria Maria De Leon. This casual/family BBQ spot will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Full bar service will be available, and seating will be for around 100 patrons.

FRANKLIN

NORTH CAROLINA

LEO\’S CAFFE ITALIA will be opening soon in Franklin, NC. This family-style Italian cafe will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a check average of $8-$20+ per person. Seating will be for around 80 people.

HIGH POINT

NORTH CAROLINA

EL PARIENTE TAQUERIA just opened in High Point, NC, and replaced High Point Grill. This casual Mexican restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner with an $8–$20+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 80.

N. CHARLESTON

SOUTH CAROLINA

FAMILY DINER will be opening soon in North Charleston, SC and replacing Beyond Waffles. This family-style American restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a $6–$15+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 100.

N. CHARLESTON

SOUTH CAROLINA

NAAN THE INDIAN KITCHEN will be opening in North Charleston, SC and replacing Poke Café. This casual/family Indian spot will be open for lunch and dinner, with a $10-$30+ per person check average. Seating will be for around 90 patrons.

COLLIERVILLE

TENNESSEE

STAKS PANCAKE HOUSE just opened in Collierville, TN and replaced Moe\’s Southwest Grill. This family-style restaurant will be open for breakfast and lunch, with a $6-$15 per person check average. Seating will be for around 80.