Last updated Oct. 29, 2026. Visit Glendale CA is an independent local guide and is not affiliated with the City of Glendale or any business named below. Openings slip — confirm on the day you go.
Planning a Brand Boulevard food run, a Galleria afternoon, or a move to the Jewel City? This page tracks verified openings that are still coming, plus shops and restaurants that just opened. We only list items we can source from the brand, the mall, or reputable local reporting.
- Coming soon on this page: 6 destinations
- Just opened (recent): 4 destinations
- How we verify: brand site, Americana/Galleria listing, or named news source — no rumors
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Coming soon to Glendale
These six are publicly announced and not yet open as of Oct. 29, 2026. Timing ranges from tomorrow night (Chris N’ Eddy’s) through museum Phase II in 2027.
Sandough — pizza-dough sandwiches
What: Melrose sandwich shop known for 48-hour fermented pizza-dough sandwiches, expanding to Glendale after Burbank.
Address: 126 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91204 (former Mediterranean Delight)
Expected: Late November or early December 2026 (Burbank mid-November first)
Kids / pets: Fast-casual sandwich shop once open — confirm patio/pet policy at open. Kid-friendly menu items likely once posted.
Good to know: Soft-open date not announced. Glendale Marketplace lists planned hours 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. daily for the coming-soon listing — confirm after opening.
Source: What Now LA (Sept. 29, 2026) · Deep dive: when is Sandough opening?
Sonny’s — Americana dining
What: East Coast–rooted spot for pizzas, Wagyu cheesesteaks, and sandwiches — listed “Coming Soon” by The Americana at Brand.
Address: 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA 91210
Expected: Coming soon — no public calendar date posted on the Americana dining page as of this update
Best time to go (once open): Weekday lunch or early dinner; Americana evenings and weekends are busiest.
Parking: Americana guest parking (validate / paid options per mall rules). Pair with a Galleria or Brand stroll.
Bacio di Latte — gelato
What: Italian gelateria (founded 2011) serving gelato made fresh in-store; Americana page still shows it as forthcoming with hours not posted.
Address: 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA 91210
Expected: Still listed as coming; no firm public opening day as of Oct. 29, 2026
Kids / pets: Classic dessert stop once open — typically stroller-friendly indoors; outdoor seating pet rules follow Americana policy.
Accessibility: Americana common areas are generally flat and walkable; confirm storefront entry once open.
Source: Americana dining — Bacio di Latte · What Now LA (Apr. 2, 2026)
Chris N’ Eddy’s — smash burgers
What: Hollywood smash-burger / slider concept (Martin’s potato rolls). Glendale is the next shop after Hollywood and Van Nuys.
Address: 1360 E Colorado St, Glendale, CA 91205
Expected: Grand opening Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. (brand site: “Not open yet” as of this update)
Opening-night tip: First 30 customers get a limited numbered hat (brand promo) — arrive early if that matters to you.
Parking: Plaza parking shared with neighboring retail (often behind the strip). Street meters on Colorado — read posted signs.
Kids / pets: Casual counter service once open. Regular Glendale hours not posted yet (don’t assume Van Nuys late hours).
Gem Studio — jewelry workshops
What: Hands-on jewelry studio (silversmithing, charms, permanent jewelry) — date-night / group workshop concept at Glendale Galleria.
Address: 100 W Broadway #1309, Glendale, CA 91210 (Galleria)
Expected: Fall 2026 grand opening; VIP / reservation alerts listed for October 2026 on the studio site. Phone and hours still TBD on the Galleria studio page.
Best for: Couples, birthdays, small groups — book ahead once reservations open.
Kids: Workshop age minimums vary by experience — check Gem Studio before booking with children.
Parking: Galleria structures; validate rules change by retailer — confirm at the garage.
Source: Gem Studio — Glendale Galleria
Armenian American Museum — civic / cultural
What: Museum and Cultural Center of California in downtown Central Park — exhibitions, auditorium, learning center, demonstration kitchen planned.
Address: Downtown Central Park, Glendale (near Americana, MONA, and Central Library)
Expected: Phase I (garage / foundation) completed 2023; Phase II (two-level ~50,820 SF museum) in progress, expected complete 2027
Scale notes: Construction budget listed at $67 million; $51 million raised (museum Facts page). City has separately budgeted Central Park makeover / expansion including lawn, amphitheater, and children’s play areas.
Kids / accessibility: Designed as a family and school-field-trip destination once open. Confirm ADA entry, elevators, and stroller policy at opening.
Source: Armenian American Museum — Facts
Just opened
Recently opened and worth knowing about — not upcoming. Useful if you are building a “what’s new on Brand / Americana / Galleria” day.
The RealReal — luxury resale
What: Authenticated luxury consignment and shopping (fashion, handbags, jewelry, watches).
Address: 230 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA
Opened: Oct. 1, 2026
Hours (PR): Mon–Sat 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sun 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. — confirm on the day.
Good to know: Consignment appointments and private jewelry/watch appointments are part of the store pitch. Pair with Americana / Galleria shopping.
Source: PR Newswire (Sept. 9, 2026) · our RealReal Glendale guide
Urbane Cafe
What: Fast-casual cafe (sandwiches, salads, bowls) — first Glendale location.
Address: 249 N Glendale Ave, Suite B, Glendale, CA 91206
Opened: Sept. 28, 2026 (local press); hours posted on the brand location page
Hours (brand site): Mon–Sat 10:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Phone: (818) 839-8049
Kids / accessibility: Counter service; typically stroller-friendly. Confirm patio seating and high chairs on site.
Source: Urbane Cafe — Glendale · Glendale News-Press / Outlook coverage of the Sept. 28 opening
JINS — eyewear (Galleria)
What: Japanese eyewear retailer at Glendale Galleria.
Address: 2101 Galleria Way, Glendale, CA 91210
Opened: Reported open Oct. 16, 2026
Good to know: Easy add-on to a Galleria + Americana mall day. Confirm current mall hours for the wing.
Source: WhatsOpening — JINS Glendale Galleria (citing Japan Up Magazine open report)
Bhindi Jewelers — Americana
What: Third-generation family jeweler relocated from Glendale Galleria to a larger Americana boutique (~9,500 SF).
Address: 519 Americana Way, Glendale, CA
Opened: Sept. 9, 2026 (ribbon-cutting / grand opening coverage)
Good to know: Fine jewelry and watches; private VIP rooms reported in trade press. Not a casual browse stop for every visitor — dress for a luxury retail environment.
Source: National Jeweler (Sept. 21, 2026) · our Bhindi Americana page
How to use this page
- Visitors: Pick one “coming soon” and one “just opened,” then fill the day with places to eat, Americana, and Galleria.
- Locals: Bookmark and check back — we refresh when brands post firm dates.
- Businesses: Send openings, soft-open dates, or corrections through contact. We review before anything is displayed. Sponsors: see Advertise With Us.
- Opening dates slip — especially for restaurants. Treat “late Nov / early Dec” and “coming soon” as targets, not locked calendar days.
- We skipped unconfirmed tracker noise (ghost kitchens, stale Porto’s “Glendale opening” listings for a brand that already has a flagship here).
- Civic timelines (museum / Central Park) move slower than retail — check the museum Facts page for Phase II.
Parking, transit & practical tips
- Brand / Americana / Galleria: Use mall structures first on weekends. Street meters fill early on Brand. See our older parking in Glendale guide (rates change — verify posted signs).
- Colorado St (Chris N’ Eddy’s): Plaza lot behind the strip + meters. Avoid blocking neighboring driveways on opening night.
- Transit: Downtown Glendale is served by Metro and Glendale Beeline buses; exact routes change — check Metro trip planner for Brand / Broadway / Colorado stops. Hotel guests: compare best hotels in Glendale.
- Kid-friendly cluster: Americana + gelato/café stops + Galleria workshops once Gem Studio opens.
- Pet-friendly: Outdoor Americana patio rules vary by restaurant; indoor shops usually no pets except service animals — ask each business.
- Accessibility: Mall common areas are generally flat; older Colorado strip storefronts can have lips/thresholds — call ahead if you need level entry.
FAQ
What is opening next in Glendale?
As of Oct. 29, 2026, Chris N’ Eddy’s is scheduled for Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.; Sandough targets late Nov / early Dec; Sonny’s, Bacio di Latte, and Gem Studio are still coming soon without locked dates; the Armenian American Museum Phase II targets 2027.
Is Sandough open in Glendale yet?
No. What Now LA reported late November or early December 2026 at 126 S Brand Blvd.
Where do I send a tip about a new business?
Use our contact form. We verify before displaying.
Do you list every rumor on WhatsOpening?
No. We need a brand, mall, or named news source. Unconfirmed ghost kitchens are skipped.
Where should I stay for an openings weekend?
Compare options in our best hotels in Glendale guide near Brand and the Americana.
Sources checked for this update: What Now LA (Sandough, Bacio); Americana at Brand dining pages (Sonny’s, Bacio); Chris N’ Eddy’s Glendale location page; Gem Studio Galleria page; Armenian American Museum Facts; PR Newswire (The RealReal); Urbane Cafe location page + News-Press opening coverage; WhatsOpening (JINS); National Jeweler (Bhindi). Visit Glendale CA is independent and not affiliated with the City of Glendale.
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