Restaurant openings announced in May will give Atlanta diners several options to explore. These included local expansions and some new concepts in the city’s dining scene. The addition of these upcoming openings will elevate the city’s dining experience.
15 Atlanta Restaurant Pre-Openings Revealed in May 2026
Metro Atlanta’s dining scene is soon to attract more food enthusiasts. Here are 15 upcoming dining concepts that diners in the area can look forward to.
Giulia Italian Bakery
Alpharetta City Center will welcome a new Giulia Italian Bakery location. The brand will open its fourth location this summer. The store will offer croissants, sandwiches, coffee, and other options.
The rapidly growing brand operates as an authentic Italian panetteria and pasticceria in Metro Atlanta. Read more about the opening here.
Crumbl
Edgewood is welcoming the dessert franchise Crumbl this summer. The brand is known for its 300 specialty flavors, rotating cookie lineup, and desserts. The new location will be operated by KTP Capital and will be the firm’s second Crumbl location.
The location will offer in-store pickup, delivery, and catering services. Additional details are available here.
VIỆTVANA
VIỆTVANA is preparing for an October opening at Lenox Square. The popular Atlanta-based Vietnamese restaurant chain is known for its authentic flavors. It is especially loved for its slow-simmered pho and fresh, in-house-made rice noodles.
The chain is operating in three locations across metro Atlanta. One can read more about the opening here.
Java Saga
Taiwanese-inspired restaurant Java Saga is expanding its presence in the city. The restaurant is opening its second location this summer in Alpharetta. The new location will feature indoor seating, making it convenient for customers.
The restaurant is known for its authentic Taiwanese fried chicken and traditional teas. Read more about the opening here.
Stix & Savor Asian Cuisine
A new destination for Asian cuisine will join the Buckhead neighborhood’s dining scene. Stix & Savor is a large-scale Asian restaurant that is opening in an expansive 8,800-square-foot space. It will join a prominent dining strip near Fogo de Chao and Kyma.
Local restaurateur Javarius Gay will be opening this dining destination. Here are further details about the opening.
PITA Mediterranean Street Food
The popular Mediterranean food spot PITA Mediterranean Street Food is expanding to Roswell. The restaurant is expected to open in late June in a 1,200-square-foot space. It is known for its fresh, cooked-to-order gyros, shawarma, and bowls.
The fast-casual chain also offers vegan and vegetarian options. One can read more about the opening here.
Dough In The Box
The family-owned bakery Dough In The Box is expanding its presence in Atlanta. The fourth location will feature the bakery’s grab-and-go service model. The bakery is known for its California-style donuts and all-day breakfast.
The signature items include Kentucky peanut butter cream, Italian cannoli-filled donuts, and blueberry fritters. Read more about the opening here.
Under Pressure Wine Bar
A first-of-its-kind dining concept is arriving in Atlanta, bringing a wine-first experience. At Under Pressure Wine Bar, chefs will build and season dishes after tasting the wine that will be served. The bar will feature 150 seats.
The wine list will feature 200 – 300 global selections to choose from. Read more about the opening here.
Toastique
Toastique is opening its new location in Johns Creek this summer. It is popular as a health-conscious gourmet toast and juice bar. The store will feature the brand’s all-day brunch, artisanal toasts, smoothie bowls, and cold-pressed juices.
The brand is especially popular for its nutritional value. Read more about the opening here.
Little Tart
The French-inspired bakery Little Tart is opening its fourth location in Chandler Park. It is known for its authentic, flaky pastries and locally sourced ingredients. The key highlights of this bakery are its chocolate-pistachio croissants, praline escargots, and buttery plain croissants.
The bakery also serves a rotating seasonal lunch menu. One can read more about the opening here.
Mozaika Mezze
A Mediterranean dining destination is opening in Buckhead this fall. Mozaika Mezze is an upscale restaurant that specializes in Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisine. Its dining experience centers around creative small-plate mezze, house-made dips, and skewers.
The opening will bring an elegant, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere to the neighborhood. Here are further details about the opening.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
The fast-casual restaurant Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is opening its new location in downtown Atlanta. It is known for quick service and authentic Hawaiian plate lunches prepared with fresh ingredients.
The menu highlights include Huli Huli Chicken, Spam Musubi, Luau Pog, and Dole Soft Serve. Read more about the opening here.
Fiorenza Italian
Fiorenza Italian is a Tuscan-inspired restaurant that is opening in Alpharetta this summer. It brings authentic, regional Florentine cuisine with fresh house-made pasta. It will feature a 17-foot wine wall and nearly 2,500 square feet of event space.
Diners can expect an authentic Tuscan menu with items including Pici Cacio e Pepe and Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Here are more details about the opening.
Bizarre Coffee Company
The artist-owned Bizarre Coffee Company is expanding its presence in the metro Atlanta area. The cafe is opening its fourth location, bringing a gathering space for the community. The upcoming location is currently under construction.
The cafe is popular for its whimsical specialty drinks like the Toucan Sam and the Lemon Caramel Latte. Here are further details about the opening.
Trap Wingz
Trap Wingz is expanding its presence in Atlanta, bringing its widely celebrated menu to two new neighborhoods. Its crispy, made-to-order chicken wings, signature smash burgers, and flavorful sauces have made it popular among diners.
The menu highlights include popular flavors like Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, and Honey Ranch. Read more about the opening here.
Metro Atlanta’s dining scene is poised for significant growth in the coming months.
