County inspectors issued red placards after finding cockroaches, dead flies and dozens of rodent droppings at three Sacramento‑area food sites; one site later passed reinspection.

Peaky Peak, the Lone Tree Vietnamese‑coffee spot, is planning a Golden Triangle outpost with seating, a full coffee bar and cocktails. No opening date has been announced.

Galt’s Life’s Grind plans a new Elk Grove location as the owner eyes regional expansion. The move follows branding and trademark steps this year.

Yabo's Tacos has opened at Evans Farm in Lewis Center with build‑your‑own tacos, margaritas and weekly specials including Taco Tuesday and $2 canned beers.

Tobacco Road closed its Glenwood South Raleigh location; owners teased "exciting new things" on social media while the Durham outpost remains open. Local reporting ties the move into downtown turnover.

The Melt Yard opens June 5 at The New Fashioned, serving giant cheese pulls, grilled-cheese specials and pup-friendly Saturdays through Sept. 13.

Paul Friedman's South African fine‑dining restaurant has opened a River Oaks outpost at the former Churrascos space, featuring private dining, a patio and exclusive Anura wines.

Alma Argentina is opening in College Park this summer, taking over the former College Park Diner on Edgewater Drive. The Oviedo-born spot is known for empanadas, milanesas and large grilled steaks.

Forest Hills’ smash‑burger favorite is expanding to Midwood at 1316 Avenue J; signage is up but kosher supervision and an opening date are still pending.

A takeout‑only Buffalo Wild Wings GO opens June 6 at Turf Valley Towne Square in Ellicott City, with opening‑day giveaways and a focus on pickup and delivery.

Bobo's Cafe is set to open on North Broadway in Tarrytown later this summer or fall, moving into the former Mrs. Green's space at 45 N. Broadway. Local filings and a Reuters-distributed photo back the move.

A fermented Isan sausage at a new Carmel Thai spot is getting Indianapolis Star attention as the latest must-try. Here’s what it is and where to find it.

A&M BBQ’s future on South Main is in doubt after neighbors and city staff clashed over heavy smoke and zoning enforcement ahead of a council hearing.