Kandy’s is moving into the CBD at 514 S. Rampart, promising a mix of classic New Orleans and French‑inspired dishes plus a full beverage program.

Charlotte‑born Ilios Crafted Greek is planning a Davidson outpost at Sadler Square; signage is up but a firm opening date has not been posted.

Beloved Uptown cookie shop La Bonbonnière is opening at Blakeney Town Center in Ballantyne with a "coming soon" address at 9870 Rea Rd. No firm opening date yet.

Paradise Restaurant & Lounge has filed to open at the Shoppes of Wells Landing in Orange Park; state filings and property listings point to Suite 1 as the planned location.

Scooter's Coffee is building a drive‑thru at 530 S. Main in Bourbonnais; the franchisee says construction is on schedule and a late‑summer opening is planned.

Utah-born Mo' Bettahs is converting a former Carl's Jr. at 5378 S Power Rd in Gilbert for its first Arizona outpost; no opening date has been announced.

A Twin Fin Hotel counter in Waikīkī is reimagining shave ice with chef-made syrups and rotating monthly flavors, each priced at $10.

Alan Wong’s namesake restaurant has moved from private previews to a public opening at The Kahala, returning his signature Hawai‘i Regional dishes to Honolulu. Reservations are listed now.

Plan‑review filings show Drift, a new courtyard bar at the Sundial in downtown St. Pete, is moving forward after a legal settlement. The Forbici team will operate the bar.

Paperwork and a leasing brochure indicate Kaia Bowls is planning a location at 1946 Collier Parkway in Lutz. The brand lists the site as coming soon, but no opening date has been posted.

Ivar's is opening a new Seafood Bar in Gig Harbor this week with indoor seating, a patio and a grand-opening drawing for free fish-and-chips for a year.

Miami‑born Pura Vida has filed plans for a 4,209‑sq‑ft café with outdoor seating at 1038 Water Street, bringing its all‑day breakfast and bowls to downtown Tampa. The project is under city review and no opening date has been set.

An iconic Chicago deli is planning a Glenview outpost this year. Owner Marvin Barsky aims for a Labor Day weekend debut with the original menu intact.