50+ restaurants have opened in 2022 in Macon, Warner Robins and Perry. Here’s a list.

Becky Purser

More than 50 new spots to dine, grab a cup of coffee or a freshly baked dessert opened in Middle Georgia from Macon to Warner Robins to Perry in 2022.

Some have just opened.

These new spots include coffee shops, bakeries and gathering places. Some are family-owned. Others are national chains. One was a pop-up business before expanding to a storefront.

A few are tucked away in convenience stores or small plazas.

The type of food served includes authentic Mexican, Indian and Cajun cuisine. A vegan restaurant also is in the mix.

Chana Masala, a dish made with chick peas cooked with potatoes and spices in a brown curry sauce, served up at Bombay Curry in Macon.
Chana Masala, a dish made with chick peas cooked with potatoes and spices in a brown curry sauce, served up at Bombay Curry in Macon.

From “A” to “Z”

Here’s a list of restaurants new in 2022:

  • Arby’s — Deli-style sandwiches, salads, 709 Lake Joy Road, Warner Robins

  • Baldinos Giant Jersey Sub — Freshly baked breads, deli sliced on site, 596 Cherry St., downtown Macon

  • Big Bird Shack — Fried chicken, fish, Houston County Galleria, Centerville

  • Big D’s Bar-B-Q— Smoked barbecue, loaded potatoes, 280 Carl Vinson Parkway, Warner Robins

  • Bombay Curry — Indian cuisine, 3892 Bloomfield Village Drive, Macon

  • The Brownbrook Market — Baked goods store, artisan products, Houston County Galleria, Centerville

  • Caffe Vignette — Specialty coffees, freshly made beignets, 107 Assembly Lane, Warner Robins

  • Cake ‘n Shake — “Extreme milkshakes” loaded with goodies, ice cream, 5577 Thomaston Road, Suite 100B, Macon

Ice cream nachos with sea turtle and apple crisp ice cream at Cake ‘n Shake at 5577 Thomaston Road, Suite 100B, in Macon.
Ice cream nachos with sea turtle and apple crisp ice cream at Cake ‘n Shake at 5577 Thomaston Road, Suite 100B, in Macon.

  • Capt. D’s — Fast-casual, seafood, 3004 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins

  • Chick-fil-A — Chicken sandwiches, wraps, salads, 621 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins

  • Chick-fil-A — Chicken sandwiches, wraps, salads, 1363 Sam Nunn Blvd., Perry

  • Chick’nCone — Crispy chicken bites in a waffle cone, 860 Forsyth St., Suite 102, in downtown Macon

  • Cook Out — Multiple shakes, burger plates, 1340 Sam Nunn Blvd., Perry

  • Cow Pies Pizza Co. — Pizza, salads, sandwiches, wings at 6001 Watson Blvd., Byron

  • Dunkin’ — Coffee, doughnut shop, 404 Ga. 49, Byron

  • Dunkin’ — Coffee, doughnut shop, 1506 Sam Nunn Blvd., Perry

Cubana torta at El Sazon Homestyle Mexican Food in Macon.
Cubana torta at El Sazon Homestyle Mexican Food in Macon.

  • El Sazon Homestyle Mexican Food — Authentic Mexican cuisine, 4524 Forsyth Road, No. 308, Macon

  • Essential Bowls — 115 Margie Drive, Warner Robins

  • Fresco Italiano — Casual fine dining, Italian cuisine, steaks, 1208 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins

  • Georgia Potato Factory — Loaded potatoes, 1530 Mercer University Drive, Suite 500, Macon

  • Hello Boba Cafe — Asian pop-culture, Boba tea shop, 359 Third St., downtown Macon

  • Huey Magoo’s — Chicken tenders, sandwiches, wraps, salads, 7ll Lake Joy Road, Warner Robins

  • Hunni BJ’s Foodbar and Grill — Southern, Cajun food, 504 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins

  • Jack’s — Biscuits, chicken, burgers, salads, 1284 South Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins

  • Jersey Mike’s Subs — In-store baked bread, deli meat sliced on site, 1506 Sam Nunn Blvd., Suite 5, Perry

  • Krave Eatery & Dessert Shop — Freshly cooked meals, desserts, 524 North Houston Lake Blvd., Centerville

  • La’Vino Wine Bar — Boutique-style wines, charcuterie boards, 106 South Kimberly Road, Warner Robins

  • Little Light Coffee Co. — Coffee shop, 4027 Watson Blvd., Suite 220, Warner Robins

  • Little Sweeties Cakery — Cupcakes, cake slices, 585 Carl Vinson Parkway, Suite 400, Warner Robins

  • Loom — Chef-driven dining, Hotel Forty Five, 401 Cotton Ave., downtown Macon

  • Macon Water Ice — Philadelphia-inspired treat, cheesesteaks, wings, hot dogs, 490 Cherry St., downtown Macon

  • McAlister’s Deli — Deli sandwiches, salads, spuds, 760 Ga. 96, Bonaire

  • No Name Chicken — Wings, tenderloin sliders, fried rice, 778 Ga. 96, Suite 130, Bonaire

  • Nothing Bundt Cakes — Bundt cakes of various sizes, Century Market Plaza, 810 Ga. 96, Warner Robins

Chocolate-chip cookies and doughnuts at Oh Honey Baking Co. located at 2391 Ingleside Ave in Macon.
Chocolate-chip cookies and doughnuts at Oh Honey Baking Co. located at 2391 Ingleside Ave in Macon.

  • Oh Honey Baking Co. — Bakery, 2391 Ingleside Ave., historic Ingleside Village, Macon

  • Oliver Perry’s — Chef-driven fine dining, full-service bar, 905 Carroll St., downtown Perry

  • ‘Orleans on Carroll Street — Casual fine-dining, a taste of the Big Easy, 807 Carroll St., downtown Perry

  • P Goy’s Thai & Sushi, 1291 South Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins

  • Pearl Passionate Cuisine & Cocktails — European style bistro, 470 First St., downtown Macon

  • Philosophie — Carefully curated wines, charcuterie boards, 616 Poplar St., downtown Macon

  • Rock N Roll Sushi — Sushi, hibachi, 5791 Zebulon Road, Suite D, Macon

Coconut Curry Tofu with rice and beans served with a vegetable salad and plantains from Roots Plant Based Cafe in Byron.
Coconut Curry Tofu with rice and beans served with a vegetable salad and plantains from Roots Plant Based Cafe in Byron.

  • Roots Plant Based Cafe — Vegan food with a Jamaican influence, 100 Hamilton Pointe Drive, Suite 155, Byron

  • Sol Azteca Mexican Grill — Tex-Mex restaurant, 6009 Watson Blvd., Suite 440, Byron

  • Sonny’s BBQ — In-house, slow smoked Southern barbecue, 5811 Zebulon Road, Macon

  • Tacos El Jefe — Authentic Mexican cuisine, 1030 Peach Parkway, Fort Valley

  • Taqueria Don Sammy — Authentic Mexican cuisine, 1431 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins.

  • Taqueria La Pina Loka — Authentic Mexican cuisine, 2203 Watson Blvd., Suite Z, Warner Robins

  • The Burrow Nutrition @ Downtown — Loaded teas, high-protein shakes and iced coffees, 609 Second St., downtown Macon

  • The Georgia Dog — Gourmet hot dogs, Houston County Galleria, Centerville

The Berenstain Bear Burger from The Library Taphouse and Kitchen is the 2022 Macon Burger Week People’s Choice Champion.
The Berenstain Bear Burger from The Library Taphouse and Kitchen is the 2022 Macon Burger Week People’s Choice Champion.

  • The Library Taphouse and Kitchen — Sours, ciders, stouts, burgers, 1530 Mercer University Drive, Suite 300, Macon

  • Tropical Smoothie Cafe — Sandwiches, wraps, salads, smoothies, 5791 Zebulon Road, Suite C, Macon

  • Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux — Louisiana-inspired cuisine, sports restaurant, 1070 Ga. 96, Rigby’s Water World/Rigby’s Entertainment Complex, Warner Robins

  • Z Beans Coffee — Ecuadorian coffee, breakfast, lunch sandwiches, 102 South Armed Forces Blvd., Warner Robins

  • Zaxby’s — Chicken tenders, sandwiches, salads, 311 Perry Parkway, Perry

Duck and andouille gumbo at Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux. The first Georgia location of this Baton Rouge-based restaurant featuring Louisiana-inspired cuisine, opens at Rigby’s in Warner Robins.
Duck and andouille gumbo at Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux. The first Georgia location of this Baton Rouge-based restaurant featuring Louisiana-inspired cuisine, opens at Rigby’s in Warner Robins.

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