Coming Soon Hillsborough County Restaurants [Feb. 2026]

Here’s an ongoing list of what’s opening soon in and around Tampa. The most recently added entries are at the top.

Business Debut interviewed each of these business owners for insight into when they plan to open, what they hope to serve, and what we can expect.

For a closer look at any of the businesses, click "read the article." Be mindful of the added date, as updates may have been announced.

Con Amor — Tampa (Seminole Heights) [added Feb. '26]

Address: 5240 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603

Status: Soft openings now; quiet opening late January/early February; grand opening Feb. 6 (after Gasparilla).

What to expect: Modern Mexican in an upscale-casual setting with ~120 seats, a front patio, and garage parking access until 12 a.m. daily.

Menu highlights: House-nixtamalized masa anchors tacos designed individually; “mastacini” (masa riff on arancini), chochollotes with braised duck, and grilled-masa tatelas with deshebrada.

Hours: Tue–Sun 3–9 p.m.; Fri–Sat until 10 p.m.

Who’s behind it: Chef Taylor Dillon (kitchen with Collin Hatfield) and Kayla Dillon (FOH + bar). They also wholesale their masa to local restaurants.

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Byte — Temple Terrace [added Feb. '26]

Address: 10935 N 56th St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Status: Targeting February opening; first location for the brand.

What to expect: Fast-casual smash burger spot with ~30 seats, bar seating, and a sleek, urban look. No waitstaff.

Menu highlights: Three core burgers (classic, house with Byte sauce, truffle); Lebanese-inspired chicken sandwich; falafel-style veggie smash; fries, onion strings, chicken nuggets; cookies-and-shake desserts.

Hours: Expected 11 a.m.–10 p.m. (later on weekends possible).

Who’s behind it: Tampa brothers Ahmed and Ali Mansour; flagship near the University of Tampa planned for late 2026/early 2027.

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Teaspoon Brandon — Brandon [added Feb. '26]

Address: 1951 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511

Status: Open since June; official grand opening this Spring.

What to expect: Boba shop and snack bar serving gourmet teas alongside wings, fried chicken, and comfort snacks.

Menu highlights: Signature milk teas and fruit teas, plus savory sides.

Follow: Hosting a formal celebration this Spring; check their local pages for updates.

Article forthcoming.

Quiote Tequilaria — South Tampa (Bayshore) [added Feb. '26]

Address: 2109 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606

Status: Targeting March opening, pending construction and training.

What to expect: Intimate fine-dining Mexican (70–80 seats) with stone walls, candlelit vibe, open kitchen, and agave-centric art.

Menu highlights: Focused list: 4–5 tacos, shareables, select entrées—e.g., lamb belly chicharrón taco on blue masa, grilled quail over white mole, scallop aguachile with prickly pear.

Hours: Wed–Sun; kitchen until 11 p.m./midnight, bar until 1 a.m. Expanded hours planned later.

Who’s behind it: Owner Gene Davis; Executive Chef Felicia Lacalle; beverage program by Adam Welch with additive-free tequilas and mezcals.

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The Wing Wagon — Gibsonton [added Feb. '26]

Address: 11201 US Hwy 41 S, Gibsonton, FL 33534

Status: Now open; first permanent home after years as a roaming truck.

What to expect: Made-to-order wings with limited seating under shaded tents; family-friendly add-ons.

Menu highlights: 10–12 sauces (buffalo, BBQ, lemon pepper, Cajun, sweet chili, orange bourbon, more), house nuggets, fries/loaded fries, and empanadas (chicken or beef, with or without cheese).

Hours: Thu–Fri 2–7 p.m.; Sat 2–8 p.m.

Extras: Catering via email; delivery on DoorDash. Owners: Lina Rosario and Frank Loubriel.

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Cyber Nachos — Food Truck (Hillsborough + beyond) [added Feb. '26]

Status: Targeting rollout around Jan. 15, pending final permits/inspection.

What to expect: Mobile nacho truck booking events across Hillsborough, plus Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk. Stacked, layered builds to keep chips saucy throughout.

Menu highlights: “Trojan Upload” gyro-style pita-chip nachos; classic beef or grilled chicken; “Cyber Spuds” (Irish-style waffle-fry nachos); sauces like jalapeño ranch and habanero sour cream.

Hours: Operating seven days a week based on event bookings.

Contact: CyberNachosLLC@gmail.com; follow on Instagram for schedule drops.

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Two Fold Coffee & Kitchen — Tampa [added Dec. 25]

Address: 301 S. Falkenburg Rd., Tampa, FL 33619

Status: Targeting April 2026 (early Q2).

What to expect: Elevated fast-casual coffee + scratch kitchen designed for working, meetings, and longer hangs. Opening within collaborative space The Garrison House.

Menu highlights: Craft coffee; breakfast staples like bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches, avocado toast, and burrito-style items; beer & wine; small plates developed with Chef Viet Vo.

Hours: Planned Mon–Thu 7 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri–Sat 7 a.m.–11 p.m.; Sun closed.

Who’s behind it: Owners Jason & Emily Smith; Phil Schiller overseeing daily ops; part of The Garrison House.

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Haddaburger — Temple Terrace [added Dec. 25]

Address: 8932 Bertha Palmer Blvd Unit A, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Status: Aiming for January opening; early February if needed.

What to expect: Fast-casual halal smashburger spot with counter ordering, ~24 indoor seats, and planned outdoor seating.

Menu highlights: Sub-15 item menu; smashburgers with onions & jalapeños smashed into the patty; Gulf-inspired milkshakes (mango, saffron, rose); Nashville-style mozzarella logs (three spice levels); loaded fries. All halal-certified.

Hours: Daily, approximately 11 a.m.–12 a.m. (final hours TBA).

Who’s behind it: Owner Hassan.

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Papi’s Tampa — Ybor City (Tampa) [added Dec. 25]

Address: 1708–1710 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

Status: Targeting late December with a New Year’s Eve grand opening.

What to expect: Two-level restaurant + lounge; day = fast-casual ordering and pickup at the bar; night = late-night destination with dancing/lounge. Bars on both floors; ~100 seats on the first floor plus 30–40 upstairs; applying for patio seating; delivery via major apps.

Menu highlights: Smash burgers at affordable prices, American bar staples, and Latin-inspired small plates reflecting Ybor’s “Spanish soul.”

Hours: Considering daily 11 a.m.–3 a.m. (TBA).

Who’s behind it: Owner Robert George (background with Restaurant Brands International and Fat Tuesday).

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Saladworks & Frutta Bowls — Riverview [added Dec. 25]

Address: 9830 Upper Alafia Ct #107, Riverview, FL 33578

Status: Aiming for the first week of March (pending final inspections).

What to expect: Dual-concept fast casual with kiosks; ~27 indoor seats plus patio; catering available.

Menu highlights: Saladworks—12 signature salads, build-your-own, soups, wraps, hot sandwiches. Frutta Bowls—smoothies, specialty coffees, açaí bowls, avocado toast, breakfast, plus a popular “Dubai Chocolate” item.

Hours: Planned daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m. (final hours to confirm).

Who’s behind it: Owner Haifa Eltaher with sons Zayn and Farris; hold the Tampa territory and plan two more locations.

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