Golden Corral’s Southern Pines test location for its Favorites fast‑casual concept has shut after about a year. The closure raises questions about whether the chain will scale the prototype.

Family-run Pho Social is relocating from Easton Town Center to a Short North storefront at 660 N. High St., with owners targeting a July move.

Andy’s Pizza is set to take over the Sbarro spot at Union Station, bringing its neighborhood slices — and possibly a bagel program — to the commuter hub. The chain will operate with a custom AI system while keeping human service.

Heaterz Chicken is joining O'Fallon's Old Base Factory and will participate in Soulcial Kitchen's Currency of Caring program.

Spazio Vino & Cucina launched a Roman‑inspired event space in Holly Springs for private parties, corporate gatherings and chef‑led classes, now accepting reservations.

Former César staff are reuniting to open Mesón at 1329 Gilman St in Berkeley, bringing paellas, montaditos and a backyard patio this summer.

A family-owned Mexican restaurant in San Jose is closing after 35 years, prompting longtime customers to reflect on its decades of service.

Benihana Express will open at 1380 16th St in the 16M building, taking roughly 3,035 sq ft and joining new dining arrivals on Denver’s 16th Street Mall.

Buen Día’s Pearl-area location closed after vandals stripped copper wiring and damaged electrical boxes, the restaurant acknowledged on social media. The El Paso mini‑chain still operates two locations.

Go Greek Yogurt opens in Larchmont Village Saturday with a 10 a.m. soft opening and planned 10 a.m.–10 p.m. hours. A pop‑up last weekend reportedly served 300+ samples.

Plan filings and state records show 50s Diner is set to open at 7223 International Drive in Dowdy Plaza, joining other I‑Drive eateries.

Black Bear Diner filed plans for a 4,800‑sq‑ft corporate restaurant at 3715 S. State Hwy 161 in Grand Prairie, with construction slated to begin on Monday and a projected December finish.

Miami-born Pura Vida will open in Fairfax’s Mosaic District on May 21, replacing Parc de Ville and bringing a seed‑oil‑free, all‑day menu to Mosaic.