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  "description": "Get a look into Churp, Topsail Steamer, and Mikey's Pizzeria's plans for Raleigh. ",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-16T03:05:05.000Z",
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    "Churp",
    "Full article here.",
    "Topsail Steamer",
    "Read the full article here.",
    "Drive community buzz with Business DebutWe aim to create local buzz before you even open.Business Debut | New Business Openings in the SoutheastRoss McWaters"
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  "textContent": "In this round up, we have a Shark Tank featured concept, and two experienced Wake county restaurateurs opening brand new concepts.\n\nWe spoke to each owner to confirm the details below.\n\n## Churp — Raleigh\n\nImage from Churp on Instagram\n\n**Address:** 3121 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612\n\n**Status:** Targeting a late summer or early fall opening; construction preparations are underway.\n\n**What to expect:** A streamlined healthy bowl concept from the founder of Happy + Hale, focused on affordability, clean ingredients, and simplified operations. The branding leans playful and sports-oriented, with plans for community partnerships and influencer collaborations.\n\n**Menu highlights:** Rice bowls with chicken, fresh vegetables, flavorful sauces, kids meals, and ingredient-focused options without seed oils or ultra-processed foods.\n\n**Hours:** Not announced yet.\n\n**Who’s behind it:** Tyler Helikson, CEO and co-founder of Happy + Hale.\n\nFull article here.\n\n* * *\n\n## Topsail Steamer — Raleigh\n\nImage from Topsail Steamer on Instagram\n\n**Address:** 8111 Creedmoor Rd Suite 29, Raleigh, NC 27613\n\n**Status:** In permitting and pre-construction phases.\n\n**What to expect:** A take-home seafood boil concept featured on _Shark Tank_ , designed for gatherings, tailgates, and family meals. Customers can build seafood boil buckets in-store or order online for pickup.\n\n**Menu highlights:** Crab legs, lobster tail, shrimp, scallops, clams, corn, potatoes, kielbasa, and andouille sausage with sauces and seasonings.\n\n**Hours:** Not announced yet.\n\n**Who’s behind it:** Franchisee sisters Renee Moore and Paige Rogalski.\n\nFull article here.\n\n* * *\n\n## Mikey's Pizzeria — Raleigh\n\n**Address:** 2320 Bale St #114, Raleigh, NC 27608\n\n**Status:** Targeting an opening in approximately two months.\n\n**What to expect:** A counter-service pizza spot with indoor and patio seating, plus interactive build-your-own pizza experiences. Guests will also find beer, wine, and arcade-style games.\n\n**Menu highlights:** Pizza by the slice, 18-inch pizzas, custom pizzas made by guests, and future pasta additions.\n\n**Hours:** Not announced yet.\n\n**Who’s behind it:** Michael Longo, owner of Vic’s Pizzeria and the new Mikey’s Pizzeria concept.\n\nRead the full article here.\n\n* * *\n\nDrive community buzz with Business DebutWe aim to create local buzz before you even open.Business Debut | New Business Openings in the SoutheastRoss McWaters",
  "title": "3 Restaurants With Plans to Open in Wake County [May 15,2026]",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-16T03:05:04.846Z"
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