What's New in Gwinnett

Gwinnett is Georgia's second largest county with 16 cities and it can be hard to keep up with all the new places that open up. We want you to be in the know, so that you can keep your IG feed chock full of new, interesting places that are sure to make your friends jealous. We've rounded up a list of exciting things coming to the area. Be sure to check back for updates!

Putt Nation: Buford's newest addition. An upscale, indoor putt-putt with a delicious menu and full bar.

Peche: Now open in The Forum in Peachtree Corners

Son of a Biscuit: Now open in Lawrenceville

Just Brunch: Now open in Duluth and recently featured on a popular reality show on Bravo

Kukga Topokki Suwanee: (Korean Street Food): Duluth and Suwanee

Scrumdiddlyumptious: Black-owned brunch restaurant now open in downtown Lawrenceville 

Short Barrel Bourbon: Now distilling in Norcross; appointment only and invitation only

The Rooftop: Rooftop bar now open in Sugar Hill

LR Burger: Now open in downtown Duluth. Owners of Local Republic and Strange Taco are bringing smash burgers and frozen cocktails to Duluth. 

Truck-N-Tap: Now open in Lawrenceville and coming soon to Norcross. Serves local craft brews and a new food truck pulls up each day. 

Third Rail Distillery: Lawrenceville Depot District. Coming Soon

Refuge Coffee: An Atlanta staple with a positive mission is coming soon to Norcross as part of the new South End Development.

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks: Now open in Lawrenceville.

Gas South District Convention Center:  The center has undergone a major $200 million dollar renovation and expansion, doubling its size. The newly renovated space opened this February 2023. The comprehensive renovation spared no details, with new lighting, audio-visual and technology enhancements, group seating, workspaces, public art and an open airy, design. The Exhibit Hall now encompasses over 90,000 square feet of convention space and the venue now boasts 23 meeting rooms, a junior ballroom, and an outdoor event area. Some new features include a green space that connects to Gateway Park and a food hall. 

Westin Hotel:  Between the Gas South Arena and Gas South Convention Center a headquarters Westin hotel in Duluth is currently under construction with an opening date of March 2024. The 4-star hotel will include 348 rooms, an additional 17,000 SF of conference space, a stunning rooftop bar, and Starbucks. 

Pickleball Social: Located at the Exchange near the Mall of Georgia. Pickleball Social combines food and entertainment with world-class indoor and outdoor pickleball courts. You can play with your friends or sign up for lessons, once you are finished enjoy their craft food and signature cocktails. Coming Fall 2023. 

Southend Development in Norcross: A mix of restaurant, retail, and entertainment coming to the South End of Norcross. 

The Forum Redevelopment (Peachtree Corners): Complete renovation and revisioning for one of Gwinnett's most favorited shopping destinations. More events and gatherings, a new food hall, more parking, and new unique merchants coming soon. 

Know of any new places opening up? Comment below so we can add them to our list. 

Updated on 9/6/2023