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SoCal Brunch Concept, Broken Yolk Cafe, to Make Phoenix Debut

The company currently operates outposts in Chandler, Mesa, and Yuma, as well as across the country, from its native California to Florida, and Texas and Nevada to Idaho.

Mexico-Based Brewery, Buqui Bichi, Plots Phoenix Taproom

The company made headlines earlier this year when it was revealed that its US debut was destined for Chandler.

Details Emerge for Another Taco Boy’s Outpost in Camelback

Having recently opened its third location off Black Canyon Highway, the nascent brand has ambitious expansion plans through the end of this year and into next.

Cast Iron Concepts Announces Details about New Venue Next to Hush Public House

The new restaurant, dubbed Bar Cena, will feature a seasonal menu inspired by French, Spanish, and Italian cuisines, as well as a vibrant cocktail program.

New Wingstop Set to Take Flight in San Tan Valley

Wingstop’s portfolio includes some 1,500 restaurants in upwards of 10 countries, making good on the company’s mission to ‘serve the world flavor.’

New Cafe, House of Honey, is Coming to Peoria

Though details are scant, the coffee shop promises to offer ‘honey-inspired beverages’ and prepared foods.

Portillo’s to Open its Seventh Phoenix Area Outpost in Surprise

The Illinois-based company known for its Chicago-style hot dogs will take up residence in Surprise’s forthcoming Prasada North development.

Mountain Mike’s Franchisee Eyes Sizable Phoenix Expansion

Hospitality group Pelican Food Concepts currently operates locations in Chandler, Mesa, and Tucson, all of which are part and parcel of its 35-unit Arizona agreement.

Jason’s Deli is Opening a To-Go Outpost in Scottsdale’s Barclay Centre

The company prides itself on being a pioneer in using wholesome, natural ingredients, having removed artificial trans fats from its food back in 2005, and a litany of others since then.

Local Franchisee to Open Sixth Firehouse Subs Outpost on Happy Valley Rd

Art Jimenez currently owns and operates locations of the philanthropic sandwich shop around Phoenix, and recently opened a fifth in Anthem.

Torchy’s is Bringing Its ‘Damn Good Tacos’ to Forthcoming Surprise Development

Like so many popular restaurants nowadays, Torchy’s began as a humble food truck in Austin, TX in 2006, and has since grown to more than 100 stores across the country, including four peppered throughout the Phoenix region.

Westside Concepts’ Newest Venture, Copper and Sage, to Open in Verrado

The hospitality group led by Joey Lucidi is behind numerous brands around the area, including Haymaker, NW Coffee, Cantina Gueros, and the Fire House Events Center.

Raising Cane’s to Cross the 30-Restaurant Threshold With New Phoenix Outpost

The company announced last year that its thirtieth location would be in Mesa, with plans to open an additional 10 over the next couple of years.

Handel’s Ice Cream to Take Up Residence in Queen Creek Marketplace

The brand was founded nearly 80 years ago by Alice Handel, who would make ice cream using fresh fruit picked from her own backyard.

Local Boba Concept, Bobazona, to Join Buckeye’s Sunrise Market Development

Bobazona is a portmanteau, borne of an “epiphany” that the owners ‘like two things a lot’ – Boba and Arizona.

Sam Fox Expands Taco and Tequila Empire With a New Blanco Outpost in Peoria

In conjunction with property developer Common Bond, Fox will be opening both Blanco and North Italia in the forthcoming P83 site.

North Italia to Take Up Residence in Common Bond’s P83 Development

The concept from Sam Fox will join another recognizable name by the renowned hospitality group, Blanco Taco + Cocina, as well as Postino WineCafe.

Gravity Coffee’s Ambitious Phoenix Plans are Beginning to Take Shape

Despite having 12 area locations listed as ‘landing soon’ on its website, it’s only been within the last two months that the energy drink and coffee concept has seemingly begun to file its permits in earnest.

Local Restaurateur, Charles Barber, to Open New Concept in Scottsdale This Fall

Born and Bred will take over the former home of Humble Pie in The Shops at Hilton Village, while retaining its character as a pizza joint and adding Barber’s affinity for small plates.

Bottled Blonde to Take Up Residence in Gilbert’s Heritage District

The company will be building a 'soaring two-story space’ complete with dining areas, a rooftop patio, and beer garden on the former home of Bergies Coffee Roast House.