Seaboard South End at 3232 South Blvd is being retooled under new management into three concepts: a steakhouse, a jungle‑themed nightlife garden and an events/co‑working space.

Orrman’s Cheese Shop is moving from its 7th Street market stall to a Selwyn Avenue storefront in Myers Park, bringing 100+ cheeses and a small dine-in menu. The grand opening is set for May 4.

Sharigato, a 24-seat hand-roll sushi bar by chef Shari Lynne Robins, is set to open at The Joinery in Optimist Park, serving made‑to‑order hand rolls and Japanese‑inspired drinks.

A $3.7M building permit has been issued for Little Alley Steakhouse’s long‑delayed Uptown Charlotte project, reviving plans first announced in 2020.

Kulture NoDa quietly opened in NoDa this week, translating Renaldo's takeout hits into oxtail pizza, loaded pastas and cocktails at 3228 N Davidson St.

AJ Sankofa is turning his Optimist Hall stall into a four‑seat tasting counter, pairing inventive multi‑course plates with wine and showcasing dishes like lion’s mane and coffee‑roasted squash ravioli.

Raleigh’s 321 Coffee is rolling into Costco stores statewide with a two‑pound 'Elevate' medium roast — a significant retail win for the inclusion‑focused roaster.

B-Side Sound Bar opens May 1 in South End, replacing BackStage Lounge with vinyl-first DJs, Void speakers and a Mediterranean-Mexican small-plates menu.

Family-owned Breakfastime plans three new locations across the Triad and Charlotte suburbs, including a Kernersville site at 1510 Abbotts Creek Circle slated for late 2026.

Crown & Tide, from Priya Bala and Ricardo Richardson, will open out of City Kitch in Wesley Heights in early May, spotlighting chargrilled blue crabs and grilled seafood plates.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade plans a fourth North Carolina location at 951 Trade St NW in downtown Winston‑Salem, promising arcade games, pizza, a full bar and a large patio. The company is targeting late summer 2026.

Dave's Hot Chicken opened a Gastonia location on Friday, joining other Charlotte-area spots and serving seven heat levels, sides and a vegetarian option.

Mecklenburg County inspectors gave Dean's Italian Steakhouse an 87% (B) on April 10, citing handwashing lapses, soiled equipment and improper meat storage. The full itemized report is posted on the county portal.