YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse Opens in Cumming on Feb. 17, 2026
YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse will officially open its doors on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, welcoming the Cumming community to a new wood-fired restaurant and brewery designed for everyday gatherings. Located at 3001 Market Place Blvd. in the Westshore development, the 8,000-square-foot space seats more than 300 guests and blends a working brewhouse with a food-forward kitchen built around live fire.
Created in partnership with Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting, YAVA is grounded in a simple idea: cook with restraint, start with good ingredients and let the fire do the work. The menu focuses on seasonality and straightforward preparations, with dishes shaped by what is fresh and available rather than trends. Proteins and vegetables are cooked over a wood-fired grill, bringing depth and balance without excess. “We are not trying to do everything,” said YAVA general manager Patrick Padilla. “We are trying to do a few things well, using the right ingredients and respecting the process.”
Behind the bar and in the brewhouse, the same philosophy applies. YAVA’s small-batch beers are brewed on-site with an emphasis on clean, balanced styles that change with the seasons. The cocktail program favors classic builds and thoughtful variations, using fresh components and a light hand. Together, the food and beverage offerings are designed to feel familiar, steady and repeatable, giving guests a place they can return to often.
The space itself reflects that approach, with warm wood tones, natural light, a central fireplace and a layout that works for families, friends and larger groups. YAVA will also offer a limited Founder’s Club for early supporters, providing select perks and a lasting connection to the restaurant as it becomes part of the neighborhood.
For updates ahead of opening day, follow YAVA on Instagram and Facebook. Visit YAVA’s website to learn more about the Founder’s Club, explore member benefits and sign up while memberships remain available.
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ABOUT YAVA KITCHEN AND BREWHOUSE
YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse is an 8,000-square-foot, food-forward restaurant and brewery opening February 2026 in the Westshore development of Cumming, Georgia. Concept creation and development are led by Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting. Designed by ai3, the space features a wood-fired kitchen, a small-batch brewhouse and seating for more than 300 guests. The menu and beverage programs were developed in collaboration with Kevin Maxey and Joe Alessandroni of Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting, with brewing operations led by head brewer Alex Ciaburri and day-to-day operations overseen by general manager Patrick Padilla.
Rooted in community and grounded in craft, YAVA is designed as a welcoming gathering place for neighbors and visitors alike and has introduced a limited Founder’s Club, capped at 100 members, offering exclusive perks and a lasting connection to the space.
YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse is located at 3001 Market Place Blvd. in Cumming, GA 30041. Follow YAVA’s updates via Instagram and Facebook.
Editor’s note: This article was posted on February 4, 2026. Please be aware that pricing, hours of operation, availability of specials and menu items may change over time. For the most up-to-date information, please refer directly to the restaurants mentioned above.