A new shop called Hot Garbage Pizza will bring a family "Grandma’s garbage" pie to Old Ellicott City this summer, with a carryout-first model and a late-July/August opening.

Seattle restaurateur David Meinert has taken ownership of Wally's Drive‑In in Buckley and Wally's Chowder House in Des Moines, promising to preserve their small‑town feel while updating operations.

Miss Delta, a North Portland staple for biscuits and barbecue, announced it will close after 19 years. Owner Marcus Oliver set July 3 as the last day.

Haltom City posted photos Wednesday welcoming Wiseguys Billiards, a new pool hall and sports bar at Western Center. City permits and league listings show the venue is set up for league play.

A Bee Cave‑area Mexican grill closed in June after a lockout notice was posted on the door; owners and reasons for the shutdown have not been detailed.

A Victoria pizzeria and meat market announced they will close in late June and early July as owners blame rising ingredient costs and chain competition.

A Brazilian-owned burger concept is headed to the Marketplace at Avalon Park, and the brand says it plans roughly 30 locations, the Orlando Business Journal reports.

Common Bond’s new Spring location pairs a sit‑down bistro with a drive‑thru, bringing pastries and an all‑day menu to Kuykendahl. Grand‑opening perks and loyalty deals sweeten the debut.

Brixx opened a 3,500‑sq‑ft Concord restaurant on June 22 and the franchisee plans three more Charlotte‑area locations.

Leon's Caribbean has closed its Allentown restaurant after 11 years amid thefts and a 2023 fire, owner Leon Rose says. The future of the Warrington Avenue spot is unclear.

A 24/7 AI‑powered grocery container from Nourish + Bloom is opening at Pittsburgh Yards, promising round‑the‑clock fresh food and frictionless checkout.

Founders Table bought Austin-born Hopdoddy and plans to expand the chain via licensing and nontraditional locations while promoting Kenny Jett to president.

Selected Boston households can receive $25 per month to spend at 18 city farmers markets this summer. Applications are open through June 28, 2026.