Latest Restaurant Openings – Q2 2026
Straker’s, New York
London chef Thomas Straker brings his cult favourite Straker’s to Manhattan’s Soho in 2026, following sold-out pop-ups and global social-media acclaim. The stylish Modern British restaurant, known for its bold flavours and buttery pasta, debuts in one of NYC’s most storied culinary districts this year.
MA/NA, London
Set on Upper Grosvenor Street in Mayfair, MA/NA is an elevated Japanese dining and cocktail destination from the Thesleff Group. With refined omakase-inspired cuisine and a dynamic late-night bar, it promises to redefine luxury Japanese food and entertainment in London.
Maison Ruggieri Palais-Royal, Paris
Chef Martino Ruggieri, renowned Italian culinary master, opens his new restaurant, just steps from the Comédie-Française at the heart of the Palais-Royal. He continues to explore a gastronomy rooted in tradition, emphasising bold flavours and memories—themes he weaves into structured culinary journeys that resemble poems.
Rosie Jolie and Bigoudi Brasserie, Paris
Bigoudi is set to become a chic rooftop venue from Brasseries à la Mode, opening in spring 2026 near the Trocadéro. Located on the ground floor of the same building will be the Rosie Jolie Brasserie. A brand-new spot bursting with Parisian charm that’s already shaping up to be one of the must-visit rendezvous points this summer. And on the ground floor of the same location, you’ll have the chance to experience the third “Rosie” in the Trendy Brasserie family: introducing Brasserie Rosie Jolie.
La Bouillabaisse, Saint-Tropez
This iconic spot reopens with a refreshed, “nostalgia-tinged” decor, featuring a seashell-inspired bar and new custom seating designed by the agency Mews.
Beauvallon Sur Mer by Yannick Alléno, St Tropez
Set on the water’s edge, with uninterrupted views of Saint-Tropez, Beauvallon Sur Mer by Yannick Alléno forms the vibrant heart of the estate. Dressed in sun-yellow and Mediterranean blue, this is the depth and energy of Asian culinary traditions meet the bright, expressive flavours of the Mediterranean.
Barrafina, Dubai
Iconic London tapas bar Barrafina marks its first international outpost in Dubai’s DIFC. The celebrated counter-dining concept brings classic Spanish small plates to the Middle East, blending heritage charm with modern cosmopolitan flair.
The Vinyl, Ember Riyadh
The Vinyl Ember at Kimpton KAFD Riyadh opened as part of the hotel’s late-2025 launch, combining an elevated American grill with immersive ambience. Expect open-fire cooking, creative mocktails and a curated soundscape for a refined yet lively night out in Riyadh’s dynamic culinary scene.
