Rockwell Beer Company will open a concession-style beer garden behind Tower Grove Park’s Piper Palm House this fall as part of a larger park renovation. Park leaders say the stand will sit in a new Event Support Building and aim to be family-friendly.

Charlottesville's Pikasso Swig is opening a Fayetteville Street outpost, pairing cocktails with hands‑on craft projects and private‑party packages in downtown Raleigh.

Peachwave plans a 'Coming Soon' self‑serve frozen‑yogurt shop at 4019 Pitts Road in Katy, expected to open in July with rotating flavors and a full toppings bar.

New openings and longtime restaurants on Belmont's Main Street are drawing visitors from across the Charlotte region and reshaping the downtown dining scene.

Ranchman’s by Marty B has reopened in Ponder, keeping the oak‑paneled dining room and signature chicken‑fried steaks while adding a saloon, big patio and live music stage.

Amy's Ice Creams will park a permanent truck at 927 W. 12th St with a grand opening Thursday; the first 50 guests get free small scoops starting at 11 a.m.

A South Side Columbus diner known for donuts and hibachi bentos has shut without warning after more than 30 years, the storefront is now boarded and listed for rent.

Cilantro has relocated from Plant Street to Mirchi at the Tri‑City Shopping Center, combining Plant Street mains with Mirchi’s street‑food menu in one spot.

Century Bar & Bites has opened in Concourse D at Hartsfield‑Jackson; city records list CI Food Partners as the operator.

TK’s Ice Cream & Sweets opened on Fredericktown’s square with an accessibility‑first layout, local vendors on the menu and a planned Aug. 7 ribbon‑cutting.

Villani's Bakery closed Tuesday after its air-conditioning couldn't keep up with kitchen heat, with management saying staff safety comes first.

Family-owned Yada Thai Cuisine quietly opened in Fair Oaks Square this month, serving regional Thai dishes and noodle soups. Soft-opening hours are currently in effect.

Fayus Inc., dba Yusol, recalled 64‑oz Ola‑Ola pounded yam after finding milk (sodium caseinate) was not listed on some labels; affected packs expire Nov 2028–May 2029.