New York’s Tipsy Scoop plans a 2026 Bishop Arts 'barlour' at 506 N Bishop Ave, offering alcohol‑infused scoops, spiked sorbets and cocktail sundaes. The brand lists summer 2026 as its target opening.

St. Louis staple Imo’s Pizza is planning its first Tennessee restaurant in the Nashville area, targeting an early 2027 opening with a local franchisee.

Penn Station is rebranding as Penn Station Sandwiches, expanding its menu with sandwiches, wraps and bowls while selectively pruning underperforming locations.

A family-run Turkish spot has opened on Bryan Street with an ocakbaşı grill and a menu of mezze, pide and charcoal-grilled feasts.

Two West El Paso restaurants scored just above the city's pass line in this week's inspections, putting them on track for routine follow-ups.

The Daily Nosh, from Randy and Lisa Peters, will open June 8 at 105 Vernon St with scratch-made breakfast and lunch plus indoor/outdoor seating and a beverage program.

Radical Bean Cooperative has opened in Over-the-Rhine as Cincinnati’s first worker-owned café, pairing affordable drinks with workshops and evening events for neighbors.

Pita Cafe is planning a Marina del Rey location at 3205 Washington Blvd; owner Ramin Nouri says the project is in early development. No opening date has been announced.

A compact Old Town bistro from Jason Chan and Chef Mitchell Acuña brings foie gras, caviar and A5 Miyazaki ribeye to a 30-seat dining room. An expectant pastry program completes the menu.

SomiSomi has opened at The Linc in Central Austin, serving warm taiyaki stuffed with swirled soft‑serve and a build‑your‑own toppings menu. The spot opened April 10.

SakeBrooklyn has leased roughly 6,500 sq ft at 500 Degraw and will open a brewery and taproom in Gowanus, pairing on-site production with small plates and a rotating sake program.

A Parisian‑inspired patisserie opened this month on South First, offering croissants, croque monsieur and imported cheeses. The tiny shop aims to be a neighborhood 'third space.'

Urban Kitchen Group has leased nearly 5,000 sq ft in Bankers Hill for an all-day restaurant, aiming for a late‑2027 opening. The space is in the Manchester Financial building at 2550 Fifth Ave.