The Estrella family behind a Miami insurance franchise has opened Star Burger on SW 8th, pitching grass‑fed beef from their Texas ranch and a compact smash‑burger menu.

ValSof Bakery quietly opened a Sugar House storefront at 900 East and 2100 South, bringing guava breads, almojábana-style treats and savory puff pastries to the corridor. Early local coverage and tastemakers are already calling out crowd-pleasers.

Telefèric Barcelona has opened at Westfield UTC in La Jolla, serving cooked-to-order paellas, jamón ibérico and a broad Spanish wine list. The new spot joins UTC’s luxury dining lineup.

Denver-based Birdcall plans five Indianapolis-area restaurants, targeting Carmel‑Fishers‑Westfield and southern neighborhoods with sandwiches, tenders and gluten‑free nuggets.

DOH temporarily closed Charley’s Steakery at Pearlridge after inspectors found a sewage overflow; a follow-up inspection cleared the problem and the restaurant reopened.

Eastwood Station opens this Wednesday in a converted train car, serving Roman-style pizza, house pastas and sandwiches for takeout and limited outdoor seating.

A new Village drive‑thru in Oklahoma City is selling 'sushi push pops' that have gone viral and sometimes sell out, turning a tiny window into a citywide phenomenon.

A family‑run kava bar has opened in the former Third Street Diner, offering booze‑free mocktails, games and live music in Jacksonville Beach.

Orland Park’s three‑day Taste returns next weekend with 22 food vendors, added shaded seating, a drone show and a fireworks finale. Free admission and satellite parking are available.

Happy Crab’s new Ballard location pairs Lily Wu’s hand‑pulled noodles with Cajun‑style seafood boils in a large waterfront dining room. The menu emphasizes shareable plates and a premium brunch buffet.

Oak & Embers will close its Chesterland restaurant after Wednesday, shrinking the operation to a single Hudson outpost. Owners thanked regulars and staff in a short farewell.

A beloved West Hillsborough Korean market is closing after 35 years; its kimchi and counter dishes will be sold at a Temple Terrace stall and inside the incoming H Mart food court.

A new Greek fro-yo counter from the Somedays Bakery team has opened on Austin Street, serving tart Greek yogurt, 12 toppings and a dairy-free mango option.