Schlotzky’s Deli is coming back to Murfreesboro after having closed its previous local restaurant many years ago. Located at 4433 Veterans Pkwy., just off Franklin Road, the new Schlotzky’s will be one of only two locations in Tennessee, the second being in Cool Springs.
Schlotzky’s offers a variety of sandwich options, from veggie sandwiches to the deluxe original, which includes ham and salami, three cheeses, olives, sourdough buns and assorted condiments. Most sandwiches come in different sizes, as well as wrap options, and the eatery also serves calzones, flatbreads and more.
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In addition to Cava’s Clari Park location coming soon to Medical Center Parkway, the Mediterranean cafe brand will also open a South Church Street location within a new building near the Goodwill.
Cava offers customizable Mediterranean bowls, pitas, salads and more. Other popular menu items include the signature Crazy Feta dip, spicy lamb meatballs, honey chicken, and its herby skhug, a traditional Middle Eastern sauce made with a lot of cilantro, chiles, garlic and other herbs.
Chipotle and First Watch will also open restaurants in this same South Church Street location, and T-Mobile will take a unit as well, with two suites in the building still available for lease.
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Love’s Pizza will open at the former Roma Pizza location at 1728 W. Northfield Blvd. in the Kroger shopping center.
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Frida’s Cafe has received a building permit for its space within the same Kroger shopping center as the new Love’s Pizza at 1798 W. Northfield Blvd.
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Shabu Shabu has unveiled plans to open a restaurant at The Avenue in Murfreesboro. The restaurant, which offers a Japanese Hot Pot and BBQ grill, has a current location in Nashville on West End. Shabu Shabu is best known for its do-it-yourself experience, which involves swirling a thinly sliced piece of meat in broth, then enjoying it with sauce. Visit facebook.com/shabushabunashville for more information.
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Toki House will open a restaurant at 5241 Veterans Pkwy. near Publix. The new restaurant will offer grilled shrimp, fried fish, Hawaiian BBQ beef and chicken, macaroni and other menu options. Operating hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily except for Sunday, when the restaurant is closed. For more information, visit tokihousemurfreesboro.kwickmenu.com.
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Golden Lanzhou Bowls opened in May. The new Chinese noodle restaurant is located at 2053 Lascassas Pk. in the former Station Grill location.
Golden Bowls serves traditional Lanzhou beef soup noodles—a taste of Lanzhou—which is a spice-infused beef bone broth served with hand-pulled noodles of your choice, cilantro and a house-made chili oil. Noodle options include regular, thin round noodles, angel hair round, chives leaf flat, thin wide flat, wide flat or triangle noodles. Other menu items include stuffed buns and dumplings, Korean-style hot dogs, chow mein, fried rice and more. Hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, and closed on Monday.
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Las Paletas Tocumbo plans to open a new location at 2955 S. Rutherford Blvd., Ste. H. The paletas shop also has locations in Franklin, Nashville, Columbia and Antioch.
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Med Gyro & Shawarma recently opened at 2943 S. Rutherford Blvd., dedicated to providing the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Cuisine. Popular menu items include loaded gyro street fries and gözleme, a homemade, savory flatbread stuffed with spinach and cheese. Other options include falafel bowls, a variety of pita options, wraps, baklava, Turkish delights and more.
Restaurant hours are 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. For more information, visit medgyroshawarma.com.
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Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken and Wings has opened at 3119 Medical Center Pkwy., offering a variety of chicken combos, six- to 50-piece wing options, dipping sauces, chicken wraps and more. Operating hours are 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. For more info, visit hangryjoesmurfreesboro.com or call 615-819-5777.
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Five Daughters Bakery, which offers its signature, flaky, croissant-style, 100-layer doughnuts, cookies and other pastries, has opened its Murfreesboro shop at Fountains at Gateway, 1500 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 1H. Current hours are 7 a.m.–6 p.m. (or until sold out) Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (or until sold out) Saturday and Sunday. For more information or to order online, visit fivedaughtersbakery.com.
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Eggs Up Grill celebrated its grand opening on Memorial Day. A rapidly expanding breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, Eggs Up Grill has started serving at its 5241 Veterans Pkwy. restaurant in the Westlawn Publix Shopping Center. The restaurant is the second of 10 planned locations for franchise partners Dr. Ron and Amy Fausnaught, who have also opened an Eggs Up Grill in Hermitage.
“We introduced Middle Tennessee to Eggs Up Grill through our Hermitage restaurant, and now, expanding in the ’Boro where we raised our children really feels like coming home,” Amy Fausnaught said. “The community is very excited to have a great breakfast, brunch and lunch spot in this new and growing area of Murfreesboro. We are open for business and look forward to serving our neighbors.”
The restaurant offers indoor seating for up to 120 people with 3,600 square feet of space. Hours of operation are from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. seven days a week, with the full menu available for ordering from open to close. Signature menu items include corned beef hash with potatoes, made-to-order omelets, grilled blueberry muffins, croissant-style donuts, burgers, melts and salads. For more information, visit eggsupgrill.com.
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Maya Grill has opened at 805 Old Fort Pkwy. (the former home of Bar-B-Cutie) serving Mexican and Tex-Mex selections. For more information, visit mayagrillmexicanfood.com.
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Achieve Entrepreneur and CoWorking Center recently opened at 1630 S. Church St. The new center offers a space dedicated to co-working, networking, meetings and other group business settings. After owner Cash Miller sold his Titan Digital Media Business to Exchange Media, he kept his large office space to turn it into the co-working center it is today. The center is run by Miller and A.J. Willoughby, lifelong entrepreneurs with a shared passion for innovation and success.
The Wednesday morning Networking for Awesome People group has moved its weekly meeting to the facility, and local professionals can expect other business networking events to take place at the center as well.
The business, as well as its decor, is “an ode to entrepreneurship,” said Miller.
The space includes work spaces of various types, couches, private offices, meeting rooms, desks, a podcast studio, a foosball and pool table, and a coffee bar. Visit achievemurfreesboro.com for more information.
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Sign Language Studios has opened at 699 President Place in Smyrna. The business was established in 2022 as an opportunity to increase resources for the deaf, hard of hearing and hearing communities. Some of the services offered by the business include sign language interpreter services, workshops, mentorships, consultative services and other opportunities to improve the skills and knowledge of professionals in the sign language field. Find a list of upcoming events at signlanguagestudiosllc.com. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Midnight Grove Collective has announced the grand opening of its new store, located at 111 E. Lytle St., taking place on Saturday, June 29, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The grand opening event will include a variety of self-guided mini workshops for all ages, including rock painting, bookmark making and creating your own magic potion bottles and bracelets. Giveaways will also take place, with the prize being a Midnight Grove gift basket filled with the business’ favorite items. Customers will also receive a free gift with any purchase at the grand opening and the event will also include snacks, beverages, and a photo booth complete with props to celebrate the occasion.
“This unique space is dedicated to illuminating creativity, nurturing eco-consciousness, and celebrating whimsy through artisanal candles and scented items, diverse studio workshops, captivating photography and a curated retail selection,” said Midnight Grove Collective founder Bailey Shults. “Our grand opening is just the beginning of a journey filled with inspiration, creativity, and a touch of magic.”
For more information, visit midnightgrovecollective.com or email info@midnightgrovecandle.com.
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After eight years at its brick-and-mortar store in Murfreesboro, Rocket Shirts has decided to move to an online-only business model. Benefits of the online business include better pricing, an online designer tool for creating customer apparel, reliable and free shipping for orders over $250, Zoom and in-person meeting options with reps, and online support.
“We want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support over the years. Your loyalty means the world to us, and we are excited to continue serving you through our enhanced online platform,” according to Rocket Shirts owner Shelby Craig. “Thank you for being a part of the Rocket Shirts family. We look forward to bringing you the best in custom printed apparel with even more convenience and value.”
For more information or assistance, email contact@rocketshirts.net or call 615-900-5677.
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Carolyn’s Consignment recently closed after 39 years spent serving the Murfreesboro area.
“It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I share the news of the closing of my business, Carolyn’s Consignment. After 39 years of serving my community, I will close the doors for one final time on May 31, 2024,” Carolyn Jernigan said.
Carolyn announced on Facebook that the lease for her store was not renewed for 2024, and that the landlord had a different vision for the shopping center.
“This store has been a lifelong dream come true. Owning my own store became possible thanks to the encouragement and support of my late husband, Wayne Jernigan. It was his confidence in me that pushed me to pursue this dream. I also want to recognize and thank my two children, Johnathan and Stacey. Throughout the years you both have always been my encouragement and reason for working hard,” the business owner continued. “I would also like to express my appreciation to my customers and consignors for their trust and support over the years.
“While I am deeply saddened by the closure of my store, I am forever grateful for the memories, relationships and experiences I have gained throughout the years. My customers have become friends and family. We will cherish these memories and friendships as I move forward. . . . I am looking forward to retirement, this next chapter, and the possibilities God has in store for me.”
Fans of the local shop recount their many memories with Carolyn and her store over the years, including some who shopped there as children. Carolyn has noted that consignors should call the store to schedule a time to pick up their clothing. For more information, visit facebook.com/carolynsconsignment.
