When it comes to food, South Florida is a great place to be. So many new restaurants open nearly every day.
Here’s what’s coming soon to a city near you. Please note: Opening dates are subject to change.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
870 North Railroad Ave, West Palm Beach (in September)
11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave., Palm Beach Gardens (September)
25 SW 1st Ave Delray Beach (October)
901 S. Miami Ave, Miami (October)
vanleeuwenicecream.com
This dessert destination — known for its signature French-style, made-from-scratch dairy and vegan ice cream — is coming into the market in a big way. Following its first foray into SoFlo, which was in Miami Beach back in March, Van Leeuwen’s plans on opening locations in both West Palm Beach’s NORA District and Palm Beach Gardens in September, according to a company news release. After that, it’s heading to Mary Brickell Village in Miami and Delray Beach’s Sundy Village in October.
Ludlow Coffee Supply
110 E. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; ludlowcoffeesupply.com
This Lower East Side NYC coffee house opened in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood last year. Now, owner John Seymour has plans to expand its offering of house-roasted coffee from Brooklyn and locally sourced food to downtown Fort Lauderdale’s financial district, with a soft launch expected in October. “At 110 East, we’re creating a space where exceptional coffee meets community — complemented by great food, curated events and a welcoming vibe,” Seymour said in a statement. “We look forward to becoming a destination that inspires connection and creativity for locals and visitors alike.”
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Executive chef Taek “Taka” Lee at his new venture: A 10-seat Omakase lounge called Oku by Takato coming to Fort Lauderdale beach in September. (Social Brand/Courtesy)
Oku by Takato
551 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954-414-5160; takatorestaurant.com
Takato, the Japanese-Korean fusion oceanfront restaurant located at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach hotel, is debuting a posh 10-seat Omakase lounge called Oku by Takato in September. “Oku” is a Japanese word that translates to “inner” or “deep,” a reference to the layers of flavors found in the multi-course culinary offerings from executive chef Taek “Taka” Lee. “Oku by Takato is an experience that elevates our commitment to precision and authenticity,” said Lee in a statement. “Broward County has few truly high-end Omakase experiences, and we are proud to bring something unparalleled to the area. This concept allows us to push boundaries and introduce guests to a level of artistry that is among the best in South Florida.” The menu will vary, but you can expect dishes such as Lobster Bisque, Toro topped with caviar, Ora King Salmon and A5 Wagyu, along with a private sushi bar and a curated collection of sake and wine. There will be one seating per evening each Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. for $250 per guest.
Wood & Waata
3134 NE Ninth St., Fort Lauderdale; Instagram.com/woodandwaata
This new restaurant coming into the little oceanside enclave tucked away at Sunrise Boulevard and A1A (behind the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach hotel) hopes to showcase the Caribbean’s diverse heritage and culinary culture when it opens in November. “Our culinary vision is to redefine Caribbean cuisine by blending tradition with innovation,” chef/owner Cashiema Green told the South Florida Sun Sentinel. “Rooted in the bold soulful flavors of the islands, we will showcase fiery-kissed cooking techniques, fresh herbs and global influences to create dishes that [are both] nostalgic and new. What drew me to Fort Lauderdale Beach was the perfect blend of energy, culture and opportunity. It’s a place where locals, travelers and food lovers all converge. I saw a real lane to introduce something fresh and bold: A modern Caribbean dining experience with flavor, fire and flair — a concept that is very much lacking in the Fort Lauderdale beach area.” Green has been in the food and beverage biz for over 15 years, including owning two locations of The Flavor Spot, a boutique brand of take-out Jamaican restaurants in Philadelphia. She also worked as a consultant with Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood.
Off The Clock
Elizabeth and Horace Henry, owners of Off The Clock, which expects to debut in Lake Worth Beach in November. (Off The Clock/Courtesy)
Off The Clock
921 Lake Ave, Lake Worth Beach; Instagram.com/offtheclockeditions
Described as a “listening bar culinary experience,” Off The Clock is expected to open this November in the space that was briefly Not So Bizaare Ave Cafe. “Off The Clock merges the worlds of craft cocktails, music and fashion at a crossroads with the arts,” said Horace Henry, who co-owns OTC with his wife, Elizabeth. “We’re dedicated to creating elevated experiences that cater to a refined audience who appreciates the intersection of culture, creativity and luxury. I’m building a space where diversity isn’t just acknowledged but celebrated. A place where our children, grandchildren and future generations will feel welcome, safe and valued. Our dream is to create a reality where we can truly coexist, blending exclusivity with inclusivity in a way that hasn’t been done before.” The Henrys met and got their start in the hospitality business while working at The Breakers Palm Beach. Then there were stints at The Boca Raton (Major Food Group) and Broken Sound Club. The head chef will be Reginald Burgess, with experience from Walt Disney World Resort, Major Food Group and Carbone Miami.
The Wild Rooster
35 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale; thewildrooster.co
This new island-inspired eatery is opening in September at the Palm Court Pavilion on the edge of Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village (where Top Round used to be). In addition to chicken, the restaurant will offer tender ribs and pulled pork — all with a wide selection of signature sauces — as well as desserts, including Hawaiian-style shaved ice. “The menu follows an a la carte style, giving guests the freedom to build meals that suit their preferences and dietary needs,” said David Lawrence, co-owner along with Doug Martin and Auburn and Austin Lawrence. “Designed as a fast-casual experience, we focus on providing fresh, wholesome food quickly and conveniently — perfect for busy families, casual diners or event catering.” The location, on the northwest corner of Broward Boulevard and US Highway 1, “aligns perfectly with our goal of becoming a go-to neighborhood spot. … It felt like the right home from the start.”
Jabrewski’s Pizza Co.
1301 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach; jabrewskispizzaco.com
In addition to pizza, Jabrewski’s will offer burgers, hot dogs, hot sandwiches, salads, calzones and strombolis when the restaurant opens in the spring of 2026. The owners are Kacey Poulin and married couple Ashley (Kacey’s sister) and Jerrad Jablonski. “We are locals to Royal Palm and Loxahatchee,” Ashley Jablonski told the Sun Sentinel. “We know our community and loved the idea of being a part of the Village of Royal Palm Beach. Our parents once serviced the Royal Palm Beach community with multiple businesses in this area — pizza shop included — and we are honored to continue in their footsteps.”
Murano by Ferraro
601 N. Federal Highway, Suite 101, Hallandale Beach; MuranoRestaurant.com
Inspired by his Venetian homeland, chef Igor Ferraro’s Italian seafood sit-down becomes the latest to join the crowded Atlantic Village shopping complex on Federal Highway. The fine-dining restaurant, tastefully appointed with ornate chandeliers, wine racks, terrazzo tile and sumptuous cabernet walls, is scheduled to open on Sept. 16, according to its website. Murano will be an offshoot of the chef’s namesake Ferraro’s Kitchen Restaurant and Wine Bar in Miami and Blue Ridge, Georgia, and will feature dishes such as sea scallop gratin, zucchini rolls with shrimps and polpo alla Adriatica.
Pie-Fection Pizzeria & Bistro
Pie-Fection Pizzeria & Bistro is coming to Boca Raton sometime this winter. Pictured above is the Amore signature special vegetarian pizza with extra thin and crunchy crust, alfredo sauce, mozzarella, blue cheese, caramelized onions, arugula and truffled olive oil. (Pie-Fection Pizzeria & Bistro/Courtesy)
Pie-Fection Pizzeria & Bistro
7120 Beracasa Way, Boca Raton; piefectionpizza.com
Pie-Fection has plans for Boca Raton. Sometime this winter, the pizzeria — known for blending Brazilian and Italian flavors as well as for its dessert pizzas — will take over the space that formerly was Nino’s Italian Restaurant in the Del Mar Village shopping center. Started in 2011 in Orlando by José Emanuel (aka “Maninho”), Pie-Fection expanded to Kissimmee in 2020.
Eataly
700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach; eataly.com
This “multifunctional marketplace” is coming to West Palm Beach with its signature curated shops and restaurants. Expected to open at CityPlace this fall, specifically in the historic Harriet Himmel Theater building, the project is a partnership with developer Related Ross. The space will have both seated restaurants and fast-casual/quick-service counters, as well as specialty markets with imported Italian goods. “As a true lifestyle destination with an impressive mix of retail, art, design, and cuisine, CityPlace couldn’t have been a better match for our incoming flagship store,” Tommaso Brusò, CEO of Eataly North America, says in a company press release. Eataly has locations throughout the world, including one that recently opened at Aventura Mall.
The Break House Kitchen & Beach Bar
202 NE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach; TheBreakHouse.com
A new restaurant billing itself as a “modern beachside eatery” is expected to rise this fall in the spot that once housed the long-running Deerfield Beach Cafe, which was evicted by the city. The Break House, to be located on the under-renovation Deerfield pier, comes from owner Danielle Rosse, who operates Oceans 234 next door. She described it as a “bold, casual, oceanfront and full of heart” in a June 3 Instagram post.
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A smash burger at Skinny Louie, which will open a new location later this year at Dania Pointe mega-shopping complex in Dania Beach. (Skinny Louie / Courtesy)
Skinny Louie
139 S. Compass Way, Dania Beach; SkinnyLouie.com
If the all-caps declaration wrapped across its new storefront isn’t a dead giveaway — “SMASHING SOON!” — yes, this Wynwood-born cult burger joint will be smashing patties in the Dania Pointe mega-shopping complex sometime later this year. It joins a spree of recently opened SoFlo locations, including a West Palm Beach shop that debuted June 26. Trendier-than-ever smash burgers may be commonplace in the tricounty area, but when Argentine owners Gonzalo Rubino and Matias Palloni (Crazy Poké and Sushi Más in Wynwood) opened their original Skinny in late 2023, strong social-media game brought lines out the door. (Skinny also won “Very Best Burger” at the 2025 South Beach Wine and Food Festival Burger Bash, further fueling its fandom.) Its appeal may be each location’s zero-frills, 1950s-style diner aesthetic — or its refreshingly bare-bones menu. There are exactly three burgers — classic, applewood bacon and the Skinny Louie Cheeseburger — available with one, two or three smashed patties, then paired with fries, a soda and an optional milkshake. And that’s it. Future locations are planned for Aventura, South Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Sartorial Lens
Nectar Lab Kava Bar – with its functional herbal teas and botanical elixirs – will open at the Motif building in Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village sometime this summer. (Sartorial Lens/Courtesy)
Nectar Lab Kava Bar
540 N. Andrews Ave., Suite 101; Fort Lauderdale; nectarlabkavabar.com
Nectar Lab is planning a fall opening in the ground-floor commercial space of the Motif apartment complex in Flagler Village. It will be the first South Florida location for the Naples-based botanical lounge. “Nectar Lab offers a curated menu of functional herbal teas and botanical elixirs sourced from around the world,” COO and partner Ben Klausner says. “Guests can expect thoughtfully crafted, non-alcoholic beverages that deliver natural elevation and calm — from earthy South Pacific roots to vibrant floral infusions and adaptogenic blends.” As for the location, Klausner adds, “Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village is a thriving canvas of innovation and community — the perfect home for Nectar Lab. The neighborhood’s momentum, rich cultural fabric, and the Motif building’s design-forward aesthetic, made it a natural fit for our next chapter.”
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
4800 Wiles Road, Coconut Creek; LazyDogRestaurants.com
This California gastropub chain is expanding once again with a new restaurant set to join the sprawling live-work-play complex Mainstreet Coconut Creek, 200 acres of homes, shops, restaurants and parks set to break ground later this year. The addition of Lazy Dog, one of Mainstreet’s first restaurant tenants, was announced by Coconut Creek City Manager Sheila Rose during a budget town hall in April. It will become the chain’s third Florida location; it opened one in Boca Raton in 2021. Barbecue bison meat loaf, pot roast beef dips, peanut butter and jelly burgers, teriyaki bowls and St. Louis-style ribs distinguish Lazy Dog’s massive menu of American comfort classics, along with dog-friendly items.