By Sara Beth Williams–
A wave of new food, drink, and specialty businesses are expected to open in Citrus Heights in the second half of 2025, with several new tenants announced for shopping centers along Sunrise Boulevard.
Black Sails Coffee Roasters: A new local coffee roasting company is expected to debut soon at the Marketplace at Birdcage, initially opening as a pop-up location inside Ulta Beauty, according to Sunrise Marketplace Executive Director Kathilynn Carpenter. A permanent storefront is planned, although the final address has not yet been confirmed.
Pinkberry: Popular frozen yogurt chain Pinkberry is slated to open in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center this June, according to an update from Tiffany Clement with property management firm Merlone Geier. Pinkberry’s website indicates the eatery is “Coming Soon” to 5437 Sunrise Blvd.
Juice Time: An international juice and dessert shop known as Juice Time is also expected to open in Sunrise Village later this year. The business specializes in fruit smoothies, ice cream, and drinks made with natural ingredients. Clement confirmed that Juice Time is expected to open in a suite between Starbucks and Firehouse Subs.
Must Be Cow: A new Korean BBQ and sushi restaurant called Must Be Cow is expected to open later this year in the former Boston Pizza and Sports Bar space Carpenter confirmed. The restaurant will offer both Korean barbeque and all-you-can-eat sushi. The location will open at 5511 Sunrise Blvd.
Sweet Music Studio Café: A unique new café combining live music, food and drinks, and music education is also expected to open in late summer according to Sacramento Business Journal. Sweet Music Studio Café will be located at the corner of Greenback Lane and Fair Oaks Boulevard.
More updates on grand openings and are expected to be released later in the year.
