Modesto to Welcome New Businesses by February 2027
Entrepreneur Bobby Ismail is launching a retail and wellness complex near the Kaiser Permanente campus.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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A new business development will bring the first Central Valley locations of Drybar and FS8 Pilates to Modesto by February 2027. The project at 3001 Healthcare Way also includes a new Zalata Café and F45 Training.
Why it matters
The developer aims to provide health and wellness amenities to complement the nearby Kaiser Permanente Modesto Medical Center. This cluster of businesses is designed to serve the expanding medical professional community in the area.
The new Zalata Café will be double the size of the original Turlock location. Projected hours for the café are set for 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
The players
Bobby Ismail
He is the entrepreneur and lead developer managing the new retail project in Modesto.
Kaiser Permanente
It operates the Modesto Medical Center located near the site of the new business development.
The details
Bobby Ismail is overseeing the project, with Gabrielle Ismail managing operations at the FS8 Pilates studio and Tina and Zoey Ismail running the Drybar salon. The suite of businesses combines fitness, hairstyling, and Mediterranean-inspired dining.
Timeline
February 2027 is the target opening date for the fitness studios and Drybar.
Early spring 2027 is the projected opening timeline for the new Zalata Café.
Market Landscape
This development mirrors the broader trend of establishing service-heavy retail clusters around major healthcare infrastructure. It positions these brands to capture consistent demand from employees and visitors at the nearby medical center.
Residents and medical staff in the area will gain access to new fitness and dining options within the year. The development provides a centralized location for those seeking wellness services near the Kaiser campus.
The takeaway
The addition of these businesses highlights the growing commercial appeal of the area surrounding local medical hubs. Residents looking for integrated wellness and dining services can expect these new amenities to be available by early 2027.
Further reading
Find more details on local retail and commercial growth in the Modesto Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Modesto Bee.
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