Barbec’s diner at 8949 Garland Rd is listed for lease; permits once named Popeyes and a local Instagram tour shows repairs but no tenant has opened.

Little Nest Coffee Roasters is moving into downtown Grosse Pointe Woods with on-site roasting and a caregiver-friendly play area. Owners are finishing renovations and hiring baristas.

A Turkish smokehouse has opened in Mount Prospect with halal, slow‑smoked meats and nightly flamethrower performances at Randhurst Village.

Family‑owned Mr. Maple Donuts is opening on South State in Lake Oswego with new hotcake donuts, sandwich options and summer drinks, targeting an early‑August debut.

Quincy’s Rag's Tavern — famed for its tavern pizza — announced on Facebook that it has been sold and will serve a final day on June 12; the buyer is not yet public.

Hundreds lined up as Chicken Salad Chick opened June 2 on State Road 100, bringing local jobs and a week of grand‑opening promotions. The Melvins say community giving is central to the concept.

A family-run Vietnamese cafe opened in Natomas in March, serving $3.99 banh mi, house-baked croissants and Vietnamese coffee alongside matcha and milk teas.

Zef's on the Lake opened May 27 at Algonac Harbour Club with a marina-side patio, dock access and a menu of burgers, lobster and salads.

STK has opened a 500‑seat, ‘vibe’ steakhouse in downtown Phoenix with DJs, a central bar and a private room that includes a custom mini bowling alley. The venue marks the brand’s second Valley location.

Maui chef Lee Anne Wong won Food Network’s 24 in 24 and the $100,000 grand prize after a grueling 24‑hour competition. Her nori‑wrapped ahi tuna sealed the victory.

A new takeout dessert spot from the team behind Cinnamon's has opened in Kailua, serving rotating soft-serve, specialty drinks and cookies inspired by family recipes.

The Local will take over the Marsh Road spot in Winter Garden, promising a patio, kitchen and jobs while aiming for an early July opening.

Asante Coffee & Lounge, run by the Maisha Project, opened in downtown Oklahoma City on Friday. A portion of sales will support school‑meal programs in Kenya.