South Block, the D.C.-area açaí and smoothie chain, will open its first Triangle location in Raleigh's North Hills next to bartaco in early 2027.

Homies, the viral Montreal‑born doughnut chain, has listed 23780 Michigan Ave in Dearborn as "coming soon." Expect colorful pizza‑style doughnuts, Dubai chocolate and milkshakes.

Washington, D.C.'s &pizza is coming to The Interlock in West Midtown, bringing its signature oblong pies to the mixed‑use development. No opening date has been announced.

Seminole Heights staple Southern Brewing & Winemaking is closing as owners Brian and Kelly Fenstermacher retire. The taproom and homebrew shop will wind down in about four to six weeks.

Linworth Grill, a Persian‑fusion restaurant in Linworth, has closed after less than a year. The owner says he’s scouting a new site in the Columbus area.

James Beard winner Kevin Nashan plans a chef-driven tavern at Ballpark Village. Job postings list the concept as The Clydesdale and hiring has begun.

City Council approved Crescent City Cafe’s permit to open a pay‑what‑you‑can breakfast and brunch spot at 4807 Magazine Street, aiming to serve neighbors across incomes.

Oberon, the New Museum’s first full‑service restaurant, opened July 7 in the museum’s expanded Bowery wing. The cork‑lined dining room pairs a vegetable‑forward menu with artist collaborations.

Utah‑born Swig signed a 13‑unit deal to open in Naperville, Crest Hill, Romeoville and Bolingbrook. Crest Hill is scheduled to open in August 2026.

Maricopa County inspection logs and local roundups flagged several Valley restaurants this week for priority violations, including undercooked meats and dishwashing lapses. The reports show a mix of serious risk factors and some perfect scores across the metro.

Con Amor Cocina is opening a second location at the Deco Pizzeria building on Fredericksburg Road as Con Amor Cocina y Cantina, adding breakfast-to-dinner service and a future full bar. The Steves Avenue original will remain open.

Sana’a Cafe has signed a lease at 1050 Wilshire and is planning a Long Beach outpost at Resa, extending its Yemeni-coffee footprint into the L.A. area.

Barabicu Smokehouse will close after service on July 11 as owner Danny Cassano sells the building; he plans to reopen Barabicu at a new location later in 2026.