New Businesses in Greensboro, NC (2026): What’s Open and What’s Coming
Looking for new businesses in Greensboro, NC? From new restaurants and specialty coffee shops to bakeries, wellness studios, and national brands, Greensboro has welcomed several new places to eat, shop, and explore in 2026. Recent additions include Cooper’s Hawk, First Watch, North Italia, Raising Cane’s, Sip Lab, Glo Tanning, and Rocca’s Bakery, with more businesses arriving at Friendly Center and throughout the city.
Whether you’re searching for your next brunch spot, a new coffee shop, or a local business to support, this guide covers new Greensboro businesses that have opened in 2026 and places still on the way. We’ll continue updating this list as more openings are confirmed.
Looking for more local recommendations? Explore our guides to things to do in Greensboro and Greensboro events.
Last updated: October 2026. Opening dates and business details can change, so check individual business websites before visiting.
New Restaurants in Greensboro
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Where: Friendly Center, Greensboro
Cooper’s Hawk has opened its Greensboro location at Friendly Center, bringing its combination of contemporary dining, wine tasting, and a retail wine shop to the city.
The restaurant is known for seasonally inspired dishes, wine pairings, and a wine club. It’s an option to consider for a date night, dinner with friends, or a special occasion.
Great for: Date nights, dinner with friends, wine tasting, and celebrations.
Website: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
First Watch
Where: Friendly Center, Greensboro
First Watch is now open at Friendly Center, giving Greensboro another option for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
The restaurant focuses on freshly prepared breakfast and lunch dishes, including omelets, pancakes, French toast, avocado toast, salads, and seasonal specials. It’s a daytime dining option for meeting friends or enjoying a weekend brunch.
Great for: Breakfast dates, weekend brunch, and casual daytime meetups.
Website: First Watch Greensboro
North Italia
Where: 610 Pembroke Road, Greensboro, NC 27408
North Italia is now open at Friendly Center. The Italian restaurant serves handmade pasta, pizza, and other Italian-inspired dishes in a contemporary setting.
The menu also includes desserts, wine, beer, and cocktails, making it a choice for everything from a casual dinner to a night out with friends.
Great for: Italian food, date nights, dinner with friends, and special occasions.
Website: North Italia Greensboro
Raising Cane’s
Where: 4423 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27407
Raising Cane’s opened its first Greensboro location on May 22, 2026, bringing its chicken finger-focused menu to Wendover Avenue.
The fast-casual restaurant is known for its chicken finger combos, crinkle-cut fries, Texas toast, coleslaw, and signature Cane’s Sauce.
Great for: Quick meals, casual lunches, and takeout.
Website: Raising Cane’s Greensboro
Solo Taco
Where: Greensboro, near Revolution Mill
Solo Taco is a new Mexican-inspired restaurant concept from the team behind Cugino Forno. The menu brings together tacos and other Mexican favorites, with influences from Mexico City and an Italian twist.
The concept also incorporates pizza and gelato, giving visitors several options for a casual meal.
Great for: Casual dinners, tacos with friends, and exploring the Revolution Mill area.
Website: Solo Taco
Note: The restaurant’s current website lists 2005 Yanceyville Street as its address. Check its website before visiting to confirm the current location and hours.
Melt Kitchen & Bar — North Elm Street Location
Where: 3606 N. Elm St., Greensboro, NC 27455
Melt Kitchen & Bar has expanded with a second Greensboro location on North Elm Street.
The restaurant serves burgers, paninis, tacos, salads, and drinks, with weekly specials and Sunday brunch. Its second location gives residents in northwest Greensboro another option for a casual meal.
Great for: Lunch, casual dinners, burgers and sandwiches, and Sunday brunch.
Website: Melt Kitchen & Bar
Toast Bar & Grille
Where: 120 Barnhardt St., Greensboro, NC 27406
Toast Bar & Grille is a newer downtown Greensboro dining option offering brunch, lunch, and dinner.
The restaurant describes its experience around food, hospitality, and drinks, making it a place to consider when planning a downtown meal or meeting friends.
Great for: Brunch, downtown dining, and drinks with friends.
Website: Toast Bar & Grille
New Coffee Shops, Bakeries & Drinks in Greensboro
Sip Lab
Where: 1603 Battleground Ave., Suite A, Greensboro, NC 27408
Sip Lab describes itself as a beverage laboratory, with a menu built around customizable drinks and specialty creations.
Options include coffee, matcha, smoothies, and other specialty beverages. The shop also highlights customization, including milk alternatives and syrups without additional charges, according to its website.
Published hours are Monday–Friday, 6 a.m.–10 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
Great for: Morning coffee, afternoon pick-me-ups, matcha, and trying something beyond a traditional latte.
Website: Sip Lab
Rocca’s Bakery
Where: 3720-B Battleground Ave., Greensboro, NC
Rocca’s Bakery opened a Greensboro storefront in May 2026 after operating from Randolph County and through other food-service formats.
The bakery brings its baked goods to northwest Greensboro in a traditional storefront setting. It’s a local business to add to your list if you’re exploring the Battleground Avenue area.
Great for: Bakery treats, picking up something sweet, and supporting an independent local business.
Check for current offerings and hours before visiting.
Tous les Jours — Friendly Center
Where: Friendly Center, Greensboro
Tous les Jours is listed among Friendly Center’s newer bakery additions. The French-Asian bakery brand is known for breads, pastries, cakes, coffee, and other baked goods.
If you’re planning a shopping trip to Friendly Center, it’s a name worth watching as the center’s dining lineup evolves. Confirm the latest opening status and hours with the shopping center or bakery before making a special trip.
Great for: Pastries, coffee, cakes, and bakery treats.
Website: Tous les Jours
New Wellness & Beauty Businesses
Glo Tanning
Where: 1611 Highwoods Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27410
Glo Tanning opened its Greensboro studio in May 2026, offering tanning, skincare, and wellness services.
The studio’s offerings include UV tanning beds, spray tanning, red light therapy, sauna experiences, and additional wellness services.
Published hours are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The location lists walk-ins rather than appointments, but check directly for current service availability and pricing.
Great for: Spray tans, tanning services, and adding wellness treatments to your self-care routine.
Website: Glo Tanning Greensboro
New Stores & Other Businesses in Greensboro
Piggly Wiggly — Freeman Mill Square
Where: 819 W. Florida St., Greensboro, NC
Piggly Wiggly has been planned for Freeman Mill Square, a shopping center serving an area of Greensboro with limited access to grocery stores.
The project has faced repeated delays. A September report announced an October 7 opening, but a subsequent report said the opening had been pushed back to October 21, 2026.
Status: Check for confirmation before visiting. As of this article’s October 2026 update, the latest report indicated another delay rather than a confirmed opening.
This is an especially significant development for residents in the surrounding neighborhood who have been waiting for another nearby grocery option.
LEGO Store — Friendly Center
Where: Friendly Center, Greensboro, NC
The LEGO Store is now open at Friendly Center, giving Greensboro LEGO fans a new place to explore the colorful world of LEGO bricks and sets. Browse sets for kids and adults, discover gifts for LEGO enthusiasts, and find inspiration for your next building project.
Great for: LEGO fans, birthday gifts, family shopping trips, and finding gifts for kids and adults.
Check the Friendly Center directory for the store’s current location and hours.
What’s Coming to Friendly Center?
Friendly Center continues to add new restaurants and retail options. Several businesses announced for the shopping center have now opened, while other additions may still be in development.
Tous les Jours
The French-Asian bakery brand was announced as a Friendly Center addition. Its directory listing is available, but check the bakery’s current status and hours before visiting.
Other Announced Businesses
Friendly Center’s development plans have included additional restaurants and retail tenants. Because projected opening dates can change, we’ll update this section as individual businesses confirm their openings.
For the latest store and restaurant information, visit the official Friendly Center directory.
How to Discover More New Businesses in Greensboro
Greensboro’s local business scene continues to change, with independent restaurants, specialty shops, national brands, and new experiences appearing throughout the city.
Here are a few ways to stay up to date:
- Follow @greensboroinsider for new openings, local recommendations, and places to try.
- Browse our Greensboro events calendar for grand openings, pop-ups, and local happenings.
- Explore hidden gems in Greensboro for places you may not have discovered yet.
- Find more coffee shops and cafes in Greensboro if you’re always looking for a new spot to try.
- Check out our Greensboro bakeries guide for more local treats.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Businesses in Greensboro
What new restaurants opened in Greensboro in 2026?
New restaurant additions include Cooper’s Hawk, First Watch, North Italia, Raising Cane’s, Solo Taco, Melt Kitchen & Bar’s North Elm Street location, and Toast Bar & Grille.
What new coffee shops opened in Greensboro in 2026?
Sip Lab is a newer Greensboro beverage shop serving coffee, matcha, smoothies, and specialty drinks. See our full Greensboro coffee shop guide for more places to explore.
Where is the new Raising Cane’s in Greensboro?
Raising Cane’s is located at 4423 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27407. It opened on May 22, 2026.
Where is Glo Tanning in Greensboro?
Glo Tanning is located at 1611 Highwoods Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27410. Services include UV tanning, spray tanning, and wellness treatments.
What new businesses are coming to Friendly Center?
Friendly Center has added major restaurant brands, including Cooper’s Hawk, First Watch, and North Italia. Other announced tenants and development plans may change, so consult the Friendly Center directory for current information.
Did we miss a new business in Greensboro?
We’re always looking for new places to add to this guide! Send Greensboro Insider a direct message on Instagram with the business name, address, and opening information, and we’ll review it for inclusion.
Bookmark this page and check back as we continue tracking new businesses in Greensboro, NC, throughout 2026.
