Top Emerging Concepts News

Chinese Pickup and Delivery Concept Golden Dynasty to Open in Fort Lauderdale

On November 12, Golden Dynasty, an elevated Chinese takeout concept dedicated exclusively to pickup and delivery, will make its Fort Lauderdale debut. Developed by the team behind local favorite Casa Sensei, a six-time winner of Fort Lauderdale Magazine’s “Best Asian Restaurant,” Golden Dynasty draws on the comfort and nostalgia of traditional Chinese takeout, bringing a […]

Vicious Biscuit Opens First Restaurant in Cincinnati Market

Vicious Biscuit has opened its first restaurant in the Cincinnati market at 7240 Outfitters Way in West Chester Township, Ohio, continuing the fast-casual breakfast and brunch brand’s expansion across the Midwest. The 2,400-square-foot restaurant is owned by VB Roots LLC, led by franchisee Jacob Mulvey, who has operated two McAlister’s Deli locations in Dayton since […]

Currito Signs Two Franchise Agreements in Cincinnati

Currito, a fast-casual franchise fueling communities through their globally inspired menu, is thrilled to announce its continued growth throughout the Cincinnati area with two newly signed franchise agreements. The brand recently secured a three-unit agreement with Petey Cunningham and his partnership group for restaurants in Mason, Milford and Eastgate, as well as a one-unit agreement […]

Vicious Biscuit Signs Deal to Open in Valdosta, Georgia

Vicious Biscuit, the original home of unapologetically bold biscuits, has signed veteran restaurant operators Doug Puryear and Brian Smith as franchise partners in South Georgia. The longtime business partners, who own and operate nine Surcheros restaurants, will open their first Vicious Biscuit in Valdosta, with an anticipated spring 2027 opening. The agreement marks Vicious Biscuit’s […]

Vietnamese Sandwich Concept Bun Mee Opens in New York City

Bun Mee, the gourmet Vietnamese sandwich eatery founded in 2011 by Denise Tran and recognized by Bloomberg and Forbes, is now open in New York City (its first market outside of San Francisco) as the brand celebrates 15 years in business. The first store is located in the Flatiron neighborhood at 115 E 23rd St and officially opened on […]

Clutch City Cluckers to Open in Webster, Texas

Clutch City Cluckers, the Houston-born concept known for its 100% halal Nashville-style hot chicken, is expanding with its 13th location in the Webster area at 1806 W Bay Area Blvd. The new location will celebrate its grand opening beginning Saturday, October 24 at 11 a.m. with a ribbon cutting, DJ, giveaways, and 50% off the entire […]

Skinny Louie to Open Three Restaurants in October

Skinny Louie plans to open three restaurants in October, adding locations in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Brooklyn, New York. The Lauderdale-by-the-Sea restaurant, at 107A East Commercial Boulevard, is scheduled to open October 9 at 6 p.m. The Park Slope location, at 218 Flatbush Avenue, will follow on October 16. The Las Olas restaurant, […]

Middle Eastern Concept De Babel Opens Second Scottsdale, Arizona

De Babel is opening its second Scottsdale location at The Edge, introducing a distinctive format that brings together made-to-order Middle Eastern food, elevated hospitality and a carefully curated market of essential Middle Eastern products. Located at 8980 N. 90th St., Suite 124, the new restaurant preserves the familiar flavors, quality and consistency established at De […]

Maepole to Open First Drive-Thru Store in Cumming, Georgia

Maepole, the Athens-born fast-casual restaurant putting a fresh, modern spin on Southern comfort food, will open its first standalone restaurant with a drive-thru pickup lane in Cumming later this year, marking a major step in the Georgia brand’s plans for regional growth. Maepole’s expansion is backed by Tony Townley, co-founder of Zaxby’s and a principal […]

Mike’s Red Tacos Signs 15-Unit Deal in Michigan

Mike’s Red Tacos, the celebrated San Diego-born beef Birria brand named as a Yelp Top 100 U.S. Restaurant (2023), has signed a 15-unit agreement with Michael Khalil to bring its signature drip to the Great Lakes State.  The agreement, spearheaded by experienced restaurant owner and operator Michael Khalil, is expected to bring Mike’s Red Tacos’ signature birria […]

Birdcall Opens First Franchise Location in Starkville, Mississippi

Birdcall—the Colorado-born franchise known for its naturally superior chicken, award-winning sandwiches, and elevated guest experience—has officially opened its first-ever franchise location in Starkville, Mississippi, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s ongoing national expansion. The 3,500-square-foot restaurant is located adjacent to the city’s historic State Theatre, bringing new life to one of Starkville’s most iconic […]

Mike’s Red Tacos Announces Andrew Feghali as CEO

Mike’s Red Tacos, the celebrated San Diego-born beef Birria brand named a Yelp Top 100 U.S. Restaurant (2023), has bolstered its executive team, bringing veteran business leaders onboard to lead the brand’s growth.  Founder Mike Touma, who grew the brand from a San Diego food truck into two brick-and-mortar restaurants before the launch of its […]

Skinny Louie to Open Fifth NYC Restaurant

Skinny Louie will open its fifth New York City restaurant Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. in the Penn District. The restaurant is located at PENN 1 East Plaza next to Roberta’s. To mark the opening, the first 100 guests in line will receive a complimentary single-patty Skinny Louie Cheeseburger. The offer is available on a […]