The owners of Rox Diner are launching a new eatery in Newton Highlands, in the storefront left empty for more than a year after local favorite Bakers’ Best shut down its restaurant operations.

John Fortin and Paul Louderback, the co-owners of Rox Diner, have an agreement pending city permit approvals to sublet the space on Lincoln Street from Bakers’ Best owner Michael Baker. Fortin and Louderback are also finalizing a long-term lease with the property owner.