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Two popular restaurant concepts are joining the dining scene in Bergen County.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, an upscale eatery, is preparing to open in Montvale, while tech-powered Kura Revolving Sushi Bar began serving guests this week in Paramus.

Scheduled to open March 3 at 220 Market St., the Montvale location marks Fleming’s third in-state restaurant.

At Fleming’s, the dinner menu includes premium prime steaks, seafood dishes, vegetarian offerings, wine and handcrafted cocktails. It will also serve lunch starting at 11 a.m. daily with a menu of sandwiches, salads and entrées priced under $30.

A “Social Hour” bar menu that will be offered from 3-6 p.m. daily includes handcrafted cocktails, light bites and casual fare, such as burgers and sandwiches.

Along with an open-concept layout and wine vault showcasing over 2,500 bottles from around the world, the restaurant has three private dining rooms designed to host events. Fleming’s also aims to bring in local musicians to perform during dinner service each evening.

Commenting on the opening in Montvale, Fleming’s President Sheilina Henry said the brand was thrilled to “join a close-knit community that’s full of suburban charm.”

“It’s a perfect time for us to introduce our modern steakhouse experience to Bergen County,” Henry added.

Launched 27 years ago in Newport Beach, Calif., Fleming’s has opened more than 60 locations across the U.S. It is owned by Bloomin’ Brands, the Tampa-based parent company of popular chains including Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill and Bonefish Grill.

In New Jersey, Fleming’s has restaurants in Marlton and Edgewater.

Montvale’s leadership team includes restaurant veteran Thomas McCarthy as operating partner and Leah Hamilton-Purdy as chef partner.

Fleming’s will operate Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations can be made here.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar

Located at Westfield Garden State Plaza, the Japan-based chain officially opened Feb. 25.

Founded 47 years ago, Kura offers affordable, authentic Japanese dishes made with premium ingredients. Its menu of more than 140 dishes includes sushi, noodles, tempura, sides and dessert that are all free of artificial sweeteners, seasonings, preservatives and colorings.

The concept also uses various technologies to serve its guests, including a robot that delivers drinks to tables. There’s also a revolving sushi bar that circulates throughout the restaurant with various offerings. Additionally, diners can order their meals from tablets and receive them via an express conveyer belt.

Kura’s tech-enabled dining experience also includes the “Bikkura Pon Prize System.” The feature comprises a prize machine, touch panel and plate disposal slot at each table. According to Kura, the touch panel registers the number of sushi plates dispensed into the disposal slot. After 15 plates are added, a goodie is dispensed from the prize machine.

To celebrate its arrival in Paramus, Kura will give a free sushi towel to the first 50 seated dine-in guests on Feb. 25, 26 and 27 who show a Kura Sushi Rewards member QR code. Kura also handed out commemorative stickers to diners on opening day.

Following the grand opening, Kura will be open Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Worldwide, Kura has more than 600 locations across Japan, Taiwan and the U.S.

Within New Jersey, the chain has restaurants in Fort Lee, Edison, Cherry Hill and Jersey City. According to its website, spots will be coming soon to Lawrenceville and Freehold.