14 New Restaurants Opening Across Florida | Jan. 2026

We went through all of the filings, social media posts, and local media outlets to bring you an up-to-date list of restaurants opening soon across the state.

We ordered the list alphabetically by county.

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Broward County

Freda’s Dominican Cuisine

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — Freda’s Dominican Cuisine is preparing to open a new fast-casual Dominican restaurant at 6868 Power Line Road in Fort Lauderdale, targeting a mid-to-late February debut. Partner Ruddy Sime told Business Debut the opening timeline reflects construction delays, but the team is focused on getting everything right before welcoming guests.

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Mr. Shrimp Chicken & Seafood

LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL — Mr. Shrimp Chicken & Seafood is expected to open in February at 2424 N. State Road 7 in Lauderdale Lakes, according to COO Jamila Abraham. The Lauderdale Lakes restaurant will be the brand’s fifth brick-and-mortar location, adding to a growing footprint that also includes a food truck with a permanent location.

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Picky Eater Charcuterie Bar

POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA — Picky Eater Charcuterie Bar, a mobile catering concept led by owner Tranessa Edwards, is targeting a late January 2026 launch based out of Pompano Beach in Broward County.

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Duval County

Licious Noodles and Bao

JACKSONVILLE, FL — Licious Noodles and Bao is preparing to open its next Florida location at 4160 Southside Blvd #2B, Jacksonville, FL 32216, bringing the family-run Chinese concept to the Southside area. Owner Josh Cai told Business Debut the restaurant is targeting an opening within the next one to two months.

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Marion County

Tacos Y Mas

OCALA, FL — Tacos Y Mas, a fast-casual Latin restaurant, is planning a Jan. 1 opening at 3100 SW College Road Unit 3094, Ocala, FL 34474, owner Kevin Hudson told Business Debut. Hudson said the new spot will be connected to the former Sears space at Paddock Mall, which has been converted into a multi-unit destination with restaurants and bars.

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Miami-Dade County

Cotidiano

MIAMI, FL — Cotidiano, a Guadalajara, Mexico-based restaurant and specialty market, is targeting a January 22, 2026, opening in Wynwood, General Manager Gaston Gonzales told Business Debut. The business will open at 66 NW 22nd St, Miami, FL 33127 inside the Wind Catcher building.

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Heal

MIAMI, FL — Heal, a new all-day café centered on balanced food and atmosphere, is preparing to open later this month in downtown Miami. The café is located at 2 South Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 104, Miami, FL 33131. Owner Vitalii Korsikov told Business Debut the team is targeting a late January opening as final permits are completed.

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Orange County

Mochiry Orlando

ORLANDO, FL — Mochiry Orlando, a fast-casual dessert and snack concept focused on Korean-style mochi doughnuts and drinks, is planning to open in downtown Orlando in mid-January, franchise owner Muhammad Jalil told Business Debut. The restaurant will be located at 20 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801.

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Palm Beach County

Cluck Face Chicken

BOYNTON BEACH, FL — Cluck Face Chicken is bringing its fast-casual chicken concept to Boynton Beach, with plans to open its latest location at 1787 N. Congress Ave., Ste. 2G A, Boynton Beach, FL 33426, in the first half of April. Franchise owner David Chapman told Business Debut the opening will mark his first Cluck Face Chicken location, with several more already in development across Palm Beach County.

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Due Cuori

LAKE PARK, FL — Due Cuori, a new full-service Italian American restaurant from owner Monique Rabyor, is preparing to open at 405 Federal Highway, Lake Park, FL 33403. Rabyor told Business Debut the team is targeting a January opening, with plans to open by January 31, pending construction, or by mid-February at the latest.

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Pasco County

Twisted Garden

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — Twisted Garden, a healthy fast-casual café from owner Dee Conigliaro, is targeting a January 19 opening at 6633 Forest Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34653, inside Morton Plant North Bay Hospital. Conigliaro told Business Debut the café will bring fresh, health-focused options to hospital staff and visitors while continuing to operate its popular food truck throughout the region.

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Pinellas County

Hibachi Express

ST. PETERSBURG, FL — Hibachi Express is preparing to open a new fast-casual sushi and hibachi restaurant at 3605 49th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710. Owner Jason Huang told Business Debut the team is targeting a January 10 opening, pending final inspections. The restaurant will offer a streamlined menu focused on hibachi and sushi, with an emphasis on value pricing and quick service for dine-in or takeout.

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Sarasota County

Coach's Bar and Grill

VENICE, FL — Coach’s Bar and Grill is planning to open between February 1 and February 15 at 124 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285, according to owner Rob Burton, who told Business Debut the restaurant is nearing the final stages of preparation. The full-service, family-friendly bar and grill is designed to serve as a neighborhood gathering spot in the heart of downtown Venice.

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St. Johns County

Blackfly

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL — Blackfly, a long-running St. Augustine restaurant known for its community-driven bar scene and coastal-focused menu, is planning a relocation to 410 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, with a target opening in early March 2026, owner Nicholas Massie told Business Debut.

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