Here are the 10 restaurants and bars expected to open in metro Detroit in 2026, as reported by the Detroit Metro Times:
1. **Gardenside Brewing**: A brewery with a farm-to-table food menu, large bright windows, and a lush landscape, set to open at 4403 Wabash St. in Detroit's Core City neighborhood.
2. **Joe Louis Southern Kitchen**: The third location of this local brunch chain will open downtown in the spring, following its successful launches in the New Center area and Southfield.
3. **Medusa Cucina Siciliana**: This Italian restaurant will focus on cuisine from Sicily and the Mediterranean region, including pasta and seafood, at 664 Selden St. in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood.
4. **Bev’s Bagels**: The popular bagel shop is expanding to Ann Arbor with a new location at 115 E. Liberty St., set to open in late 2026.
5. **Sunda New Asian**: This Asian chain, founded in Chicago in 2009, will bring its Motor City location to 33 W. Columbia St. near Little Caesars Arena.
6. **Supino Pizzeria**: The popular Detroit pizzeria is opening its third location at 31201 Southfield Rd. in Beverly Hills, set for early 2026.
7. **Waka by Baobab Fare**: A food truck spinoff of Detroit's Baobab Fare, Waka will focus on East African food and move into the former Russell Street Deli at 2465 Russell St. in Eastern Market.
8. **The Original Chicken and Waffles**: This local brunch chain named after Joe Louis is opening a third location downtown, set for late 2026.
9. **Original Chicken and Waffles**: (Same as above)
10. **New restaurant announcement missing from original article**
Note that the last item on the list seems to be incomplete or missing information, but it's worth noting nonetheless.
1. **Gardenside Brewing**: A brewery with a farm-to-table food menu, large bright windows, and a lush landscape, set to open at 4403 Wabash St. in Detroit's Core City neighborhood.
2. **Joe Louis Southern Kitchen**: The third location of this local brunch chain will open downtown in the spring, following its successful launches in the New Center area and Southfield.
3. **Medusa Cucina Siciliana**: This Italian restaurant will focus on cuisine from Sicily and the Mediterranean region, including pasta and seafood, at 664 Selden St. in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood.
4. **Bev’s Bagels**: The popular bagel shop is expanding to Ann Arbor with a new location at 115 E. Liberty St., set to open in late 2026.
5. **Sunda New Asian**: This Asian chain, founded in Chicago in 2009, will bring its Motor City location to 33 W. Columbia St. near Little Caesars Arena.
6. **Supino Pizzeria**: The popular Detroit pizzeria is opening its third location at 31201 Southfield Rd. in Beverly Hills, set for early 2026.
7. **Waka by Baobab Fare**: A food truck spinoff of Detroit's Baobab Fare, Waka will focus on East African food and move into the former Russell Street Deli at 2465 Russell St. in Eastern Market.
8. **The Original Chicken and Waffles**: This local brunch chain named after Joe Louis is opening a third location downtown, set for late 2026.
9. **Original Chicken and Waffles**: (Same as above)
10. **New restaurant announcement missing from original article**
Note that the last item on the list seems to be incomplete or missing information, but it's worth noting nonetheless.
. The fact that businesses are investing big time in metro Detroit's Core City neighborhood and Midtown areas shows that they believe in our city's potential for growth and revitalization 
. It's like the old saying goes, "Follow the money," and it seems like people are putting their money where their mouth is 
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. What does this mean for the local community? Will these new businesses be creating jobs for our residents and stimulating local economic activity? Or will they be just another example of corporate greed and gentrification, pushing out long-time small business owners and families 
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? Is it a sign that some investors are feeling uncertain or is there something more to it? We need transparency and accountability when it comes to economic development initiatives 
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... medusa cucina siciliana sounds interesting though, italian food is always good, might check it out 
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... sundas new asian location will probably just bring more tourists to little caesars arena, you feel? 
... supino pizzeria 3rd location in beverly hills, lol what's next, a detroit outpost of pizza hut or something? 
... original chicken and waffles, idk about the duplicate entry but at least they're gettin it done 
... missing restaurant announcement tho, maybe we'll just have to wait and see who else is comin in 2026 
especially Gardenside Brewing and Medusa Cucina Siciliana, I love trying out new foods from different cultures! also Waka by Baobab Fare sounds like a game changer for East African food in Detroit 
bev's bagels is also going to Ann Arbor, that's so cool 
it'll be interesting to see how the downtown area changes with all these new spots opening up... and yeah, the last one on the list better come through!
their farm-to-table food menu sounds like a total game changer lol what's with all these new restaurants popping up in metro detroit? is the area getting more touristy or something? anyway gotta try that waka by baobab fare soon, i've been hearing great things about east african cuisine 
i'm also super hyped about medusa cucina siciliana, italian food is my weakness 
and have you tried bev's bagels yet? they're literally the best bagels in the city! expanding to ann arbor with a new location is a great move 
and all these new spots are gonna pop up everywhere... like what even is core city anymore? is it still just a bunch of empty lots and rundown buildings or is it become a hotbed for artists and foodies? idk, but id rather not have to fight traffic on wabash st every time i wanna try gardenside brewing lol...
I'm all about trying out new places, especially when they serve up delicious farm-to-table food like Gardenside Brewing. Farm-to-table is where it's at, you feel me? 
and I'm all about trying some authentic Sicilian cuisine at Medusa Cucina Siciliana... pasta and seafood, yeah please! 
can't wait to try out Supino Pizzeria's third location too, I've heard amazing things about their pies 
meanwhile, I'm curious about Waka by Baobab Fare - East African food in Eastern Market? sounds like an adventure! 
anyone know what's gonna fill that last spot on the list tho? 
! Gardenside Brewing sounds like a total game-changer – who doesn't love farm-to-table food and a sick view? But seriously, I hope they don't skimp on the beer 
, and Sunda New Asian will give me all the carbs I need to fuel my mindfulness sessions 
. Meanwhile, Supino Pizzeria is opening another location, which means more time for self-care Sundays with a slice (or two) of their famous pies 
And let's not forget Bev’s Bagels, I've been following their journey on Instagram, they're literally the perfect breakfast spot for a wellness Wednesday 
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. And Supino Pizzeria is bringin' its pizza party to Beverly Hills - can't wait to try their slices (and hopefully, some of that famous Detroit sauce too) 
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. But what's up with the duplicate entry? Can't believe they missed listing the new one, gotta be some kinda scoop 
... and I heard Waka by Baobab Fare has some crazy East African flavors coming our way 
Like, who lives out there in Beverly Hills? Are they just gonna bring all their rich people friends to Detroit and expect us to love their pizza too? I bet there's more to this story than meets the eye. Mark my words...