opened about 3 weeks ago
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Dak Good is a Michigan-based Korean-American chain specializing in hand-battered, double-fried Korean fried chicken. The broader menu includes bulgogi, bibimbap, bao buns, japchae, fried rice, and tteokbokki.
-Sacramento Bee
opened about 4 weeks ago
NEW CONCEPT
My Favorite Teriyaki is a local Japanese-inspired restaurant serving teriyaki plates and bowls, stir-fried noodles, Korean beef ribs, and burgers with proteins ranging from chicken and beef to salmon, tofu, and spicy pork bulgogi.
opened about 3 weeks ago
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Bambuza is a Vietnamese restaurant chain based in Portland, Oregon with an emphasis on locally-sourced, organic ingredients.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING TBD
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Offers a variety of Hawaiian-inspired dishes such as BBQ chicken, chicken katsu, BBQ short ribs and Spam and egg plates.
-Sacramento Business Journal
opened about 3 weeks ago
NEW CONCEPT
Sushi Nito is a Sacramento-area sushi concept built around customizable specialty rolls, shareable party platters, and a signature "Titanic Boat" presentation served on a wooden boat.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING TBD
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Hot Bunz is a family-owned Sacramento-area smash burger chain serving 100% grass-fed, Zabiha halal beef patties pressed on a high-heat grill to develop a caramelized crust. The menu focuses on smash burger combos in varieties such as the Classic, Jalapeño, and Triple Smash, alongside sides like house-made mac and cheese, seasoned fries, and onion rings.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING SUMMER 2027
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Bacio di Latte, meaning "kiss of milk" in Italian, is an artisanal gelateria chain founded in 2011 by brothers Edoardo and Luigi Tonolli in São Paulo, Brazil. The concept centers on gelato made fresh on-site daily, using premium ingredients that include organic milk and cream, Italian-sourced pistachios and hazelnuts, and Belgian chocolate. Beyond scoops, the menu features an affogato bar, signature ciocchino cones lined with Nutella or pistachio cream, and cookie-and-gelato pairings.
-Sacramento Business Journal
opened about 3 weeks ago
NEW CONCEPT
Chicken Hub is a Sacramento-based Thai concept from the team behind Noodles to Thai For, centered on chicken-focused dishes rooted in Thai culinary tradition. The menu features items such as a chicken rice combo and chicken salad, with poached chicken among the highlighted preparations.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING 2027
LOCAL ADDITION
Taqueria El Puerto de Vallarta is a casual Mexican restaurant where seafood shares the menu with traditional fare, including street tacos, molcajetes, mariscadas, tostadas, enchiladas, carne asada, and pina locas. Sizzling fajitas and fresh seafood dishes are among the dining highlights.
-Sacramento Business Journal
opened about 1 month ago
NEW CONCEPT
Amber Hazel Vietnamese Kitchen is a locally owned Sacramento restaurant serving classic Vietnamese dishes including phở, bánh mì, bò lúc lắc (shaking beef), broken rice, and bánh xèo alongside Vietnamese coffee, matcha, and refreshing drinks.
opened about 1 month ago
NEW CONCEPT
Kaway Cafe is a Filipino-inspired specialty coffee and matcha shop whose drink menu draws on traditional Filipino flavors, featuring signature items such as ube, buko pandan, and turon lattes alongside hojicha, calamansi teas, and matcha drinks. The café's name comes from the Tagalog word meaning "to wave your hand," reflecting its focus on a welcoming, communal atmosphere.
-Sacramento Bee
opened about 1 month ago
NEW CONCEPT
Yugen Teahouse is a locally owned specialty beverage shop centered on tea-based drinks, including boba, matcha, and fruit teas.
opened about 1 month ago
NEW CONCEPT
Sake is a family-owned sushi and Asian fusion restaurant offering an all-you-can-eat dining format with a menu spanning nigiri, sashimi, specialty rolls, spicy tuna tacos, hibachi beef and Korean-style short ribs.
OPENING FALL 2026
LOCAL ADDITION
Cantina Alley is a Mexican restaurant and cantina founded in 2017 in Midtown Sacramento, offering authentic Mexican street food, handcrafted cocktails, and Mexican craft beers. The menu features street tacos, elotes, tortas, quesadillas, and other traditional Mexican specialties. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, colorful street art, and Mexican-inspired décor, Cantina Alley combines casual dining with a lively bar experience that celebrates Mexican food and culture.
-Sacramento Bee
OPENING OCT 2026
RELOCATION
Founded in 2019, Taco Exxpress is a locally owned Mexican fast-food restaurant.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING SUMMER 2027
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Founded in Copenhagen in 2002, Joe & The Juice is a Danish food and beverage chain with more than 500 locations worldwide, serving freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches with an emphasis on health and convenience.
-Sacramento Business Journal
opened about 1 month ago
NEW CONCEPT
Mad Fate Beer Co. is an independent brewery and taproom offering West Coast IPAs, lagers, and hard seltzer. The brewery produces its beers on-site and serves them fresh from the tank.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING TBD
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Founded in 2002 as a San Diego coffee cart, Better Buzz Coffee Roasters is a specialty café chain whose coffee beans are certified organic through CCOF and sourced through Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance programs. Each location serves handcrafted beverages, made-to-order food items, and fresh pastries, with the menu spanning espresso drinks, cold brew, smoothies, acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and toasts.
-Sacramento Business Journal
opened about 1 month ago
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Rare Earth Coffee is a California-founded specialty coffee chain that air-roasts its beans instead of conventional drum roasting. The handcrafted drink menu spans classic espresso-based beverages alongside signature specialty options such as blended drinks, cold brew, and flavored lattes, with beans also available for retail purchase in a variety of roast profiles.
-Sacramento Business Journal
OPENING TBD
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Chipotle, is an American chain of fast-casual restaurants founded in 1993 by Steve Ells and currently operates more than 2500 locations across the US, Canada, UK, France, and Germany.
-Sacramento Business Journal