6 new Restaurants Opening Across North Carolina [May 3, 2026]
Here's this week's roundup of restaurant opening news across the state.
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Thank you for tuning into this week's roundup of upcoming businesses in North Carolina. Business Debut interviewed each business owner to confirm the details below.
Brunswick County
Waterway Tavern
OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC — Waterway Tavern is preparing to open in the clubhouse at 1882 Goose Creek Road SW Unit 1, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469. Owner Brittany Bowers told Business Debut the tavern is targeting an opening in the next couple of weeks.
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Guilford County
Toast
GREENSBORO, NC — Toast, a new full-service restaurant and bar from owner Kristen Wallace-Williams, is targeting a May 1 opening at 120 Barnhardt Street, Greensboro, NC 27406. Wallace-Williams told Business Debut the team is currently in hiring and onboarding as they prepare to open.
Jackson County
Peak Pizza Bar
CULLOWHEE, NC — Peak Pizza Bar is preparing to open at 2968 Old Cullowhee Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723, with owner Justin Smith telling Business Debut the team is putting the final touches on the space and targeting a soft opening next week, pending final fire and health inspections. Peak Pizza Bar will be a fast-casual, counter-service restaurant focused on New York-style pizza.
Mecklenburg County
Good Times Lounge
CHARLOTTE, NC — Good Times Lounge, a new cocktail-focused concept from owner Kristen Wallace-Williams, is targeting a June opening at 300 N College St, Charlotte, NC 28202. Wallace-Williams told Business Debut the concept will bring an upscale nightlife experience to Uptown.
Miró Spanish Grille
CHARLOTTE, NC — Miró Spanish Grille is planning a second location at 4905 Ashley Park Lane, Charlotte, NC 28210, targeting a late summer to early fall opening, co-owner Felipe Alvarez told Business Debut. The SouthPark restaurant will build on the brand’s nearly three-decade presence in the market while introducing an updated design and expanded experience.
Wake County
Cuya Cafe & Cocina
RALEIGH, NC — Cuya Cafe & Cocina is preparing to reopen with a new patio design and expanded cafe concept at 413 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27603, owner Charlie Ibarra told Business Debut. The Glenwood South restaurant has been closed for renovations and is targeting a reopening the week of May 5.
More openings in North Carolina News
Cuya Cafe & Cocina Reopening with Patio Expansion in Raleigh
The updated concept introduces morning service, espresso drinks, and a larger patio with year-round seating.
Miró Spanish Grille Planning Second Charlotte Location in SouthPark
Miró is expanding to SouthPark with a larger patio, private dining, and a late summer to early fall opening.
Good Times Lounge Bringing Nightlife Concept to Charlotte
Expect an upscale cocktail scene and a refined nightlife vibe near Spectrum Arena.
The View Bringing Large-Scale Waterfront Dining to Mooresville
A two-story, family-friendly restaurant and bar with boat slips will open on Lake Norman.
Toast to Debut in Greensboro with All-Day Brunch and Bar
The new concept will offer Southern-inspired dishes, a full bar, and a hospitality-driven dining experience.
Peak Pizza Bar Opening Soon in Cullowhee
This concept pairs New York-style pizza with cocktails and draft beer.