After less than a year back at Avanti, Biker Jim has stepped away to focus on his health. Avanti has tapped Ciao Babe to take over his stall while his mobile catering continues.

Bubba’s 33 plans to redevelop the former TGI Fridays at 2928 Taylor Road SW in Reynoldsburg; city staff are reviewing demolition and rebuild plans.

Taqueria El Toro’s owner has bought a 0.74‑acre lot at 2137 W. Greenfield Ave and filed preliminary plans for a South Side food‑truck park. The project is in early review and hours are not set.

PKL Social says it's business as usual after reports the landlord listed its Shepherd Drive property for sale. Neighbors and regulars are watching for what comes next.

Blends & Bowls quietly opened on the Ocean City Boardwalk’s 8th Street block, offering smoothies, açaí bowls and quick beach snacks for summer crowds.

A family-run food truck turned corner cafe is packing McKees Rocks with a Cuban sandwich built on tender pork, bright pickles and snap‑crispy pressed bread.

Richmond’s Lucky AF is coming to Raleigh’s Ridgewood Shopping Center; construction starts soon and an opening is targeted for early next year.

Dynamic Coffee Roasters opened a new East Liberty shop at 6101 Penn Ave, expanding from its Highline cafe. The Penn Avenue space leans into the roaster’s focus on farmers and training.

626 Night Market returns to Santa Anita Park on June 19–21 and Aug. 14–16 with hundreds of food and retail vendors, DJs, taiko drumming and community performances.

Little Kiki Katsu & More soft‑opened in Carlsbad, a compact new spot serving premium katsu, a tonkatsu sando and curated sakes in a 25–30 seat space.

Tempe-born Cartel Roasting Co. opened its first Los Angeles storefront at 8018 W. 3rd St., serving seasonal espresso drinks and handing out free coffee to early patrons.

Josephine opened in May in a 1950s Silver Lake bungalow, pairing a seasonal prix‑fixe with a walk‑in bar menu. The project is led by childhood friends Marco Gagliardi and Anthony Dragotto.

The Human Bean has opened a drive‑thru at 1803 Memorial Blvd in Murfreesboro, serving Snowy Mochas, Bright Energy drinks and grab‑and‑go breakfast and lunch items.