University Heights' longtime Jack's Deli closed suddenly as owner Don Apel blamed rising meat costs and razor‑thin margins. The Cedar Road storefront is now shuttered.

Ajumama, chef Laura Lee’s beloved Korean‑American food truck, is closing after 14 years in Columbus.

El Pollo Loco has opened a Lakewood restaurant at 6441 W. Colfax Ave., its fourth Colorado location, joining earlier Denver and Arvada openings.

After seven years as a beloved East Austin truck, Cuantos Tacos is moving into a brick-and-mortar with an opening aimed for early next year.

Punk Noir opens June 2 in the Design District with a $295 20‑course tasting and a multi‑room, theatrical dining experience led by James Beard–winning chef RJ Cooper. A front lounge offers cheaper mini‑tasting options.

A new steakhouse on Avenue B is drawing early praise for its dry‑aged steaks and a showy porterhouse. Reservations are filling fast.

Chef-founded Love & Honey opens a South Philly shop on May 22 at 1523 E. Passyunk Ave, bringing hand-dredged chicken, house sauces and tater-tot sides to the corridor.

Nielsen's Frozen Custard opens May 22 at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson with opening-day raffles including free custard for life and monthly concretes. Fans should expect giveaways and free scoops for early guests.

El Patio has opened a second Rockville location at Traville Village Center, bringing its bakery, market and parrillada grill closer to North Potomac neighborhoods.

Beaumont’s is returning to Lincoln Park as a 200‑seat tavern with an upstairs steakhouse after a near‑total, multi‑year restoration.

After a decade on Hennepin, Red Cow's Uptown restaurant will close June 1 when its lease expires. Staff will be offered roles at other Red Cow and Red Rabbit locations.

Oklava Café is set to take over the vacant coffee counter at Saluhall, the IKEA‑anchored food hall on Market Street. Owners say the Turkish‑style menu and a loyal Palo Alto following could help revive a struggling hall.

Zio Al's, the late‑night pizza chain, is headed to Metropark Square in Shenandoah. The chain will occupy a former jewelry storefront; opening date is TBD.