New Restaurant and Brewery Coming to Cumming, Boosting Local Dining

YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse is under construction at 3001 Market Place Boulevard in Cumming, bringing a combined restaurant and brewery concept to the Market Place area. The venue will focus on chef driven dishes paired with locally crafted beers, and construction photos dated December 5, 2025 show interior and exterior work well underway. The development is expected to open in early 2026.

Plans for the space emphasize an operational brewery alongside a full service kitchen, positioning the business to capture both dinner service and taproom demand. The concept was described in a recent local business profile that summarized how the new venue fits into an evolving dining scene in Forsyth County. The project reflects continued investor interest in experiential dining and craft beverage offerings as consumers seek more locally oriented options.

Local economic effects are likely to be tangible. New restaurant and brewery openings typically generate construction jobs during build out and create hospitality positions once operations begin. The site at Market Place Boulevard can increase foot traffic for adjacent retailers and boost local sales tax receipts, while on site brewing provides an opportunity to source ingredients and services from regional suppliers. For owners and local policymakers this type of investment can help diversify the county economy beyond traditional retail and residential development.

There are also market dynamics to watch. Craft beer and taproom models depend on consistent foot traffic and repeat visits, so success will hinge on both menu quality and community engagement. Timely permitting, equipment delivery and workforce hiring will influence the final opening timetable, though the early 2026 target remains the stated goal.

For Forsyth County residents the arrival of YAVA means another dining option that blends restaurant service with a local brewery experience. As construction proceeds local coverage will track progress toward opening, the scope of food and beer offerings, and the venue's impact on the Market Place retail cluster and broader local economy.