Hello Darling’s founder signed a lease for a 2,195‑sq‑ft café-and-cocktail space at Steel House in RiNo, bringing the brand into the new office tower.

A locally owned operator wants to reopen the former Club 69 space as Macrina's; the Licenses Committee recommended approval amid safety concerns.

Peach Crease Club and Rougarou landed Top Four spots for Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar at the Spirited Awards, putting Denver’s cocktail scene on the national stage.

Ahmed Suliman has opened Shib Shib, a 24-seat Arabic-inspired cocktail bar in Maynard Alley, arriving just as World Cup visitors fill the city. The alleyway spot pairs inventive drinks with sharable small plates.

Cracker Barrel has closed 16 Maple Street restaurants this fiscal year, shrinking the Jacksonville‑born chain to 52 locations as the parent focuses on a turnaround.

Half Time Rec in St. Paul landed Esquire's top bar slot for 2026, celebrated for bocce, Bloody Marys and its neighborhood vibe.

A new Woodward Avenue bar and event space opened with a Southern‑leaning menu, a performance stage and plans for monthly headline acts tied to neighborhood outreach. The owner says community service will be part of the operation.

Carlsbad roaster Steady State opened a second cafe in San Marcos beside its roastery, with plans for an onsite bakery and expanded sourcing.

Shabu Shack will close its South San Francisco restaurant on Monday, June 22, removing the chain’s only Bay Area location. The shutdown was announced on social media and reported locally.

Funky Elephant’s Mission outpost will close this Sunday; the Berkeley original will remain open for now. Owners urged gift‑card holders to redeem before the final service.

Cooper's Hawk is targeting Minnetonka and Woodbury for its first Minnesota restaurants, bringing its wine-club and tasting-room model to Twin Cities suburbs.

Sophon, the celebrated Phinney Ridge Cambodian restaurant, closed this spring after tax warrants, revoked registration and worker wage complaints surfaced.

A Scottsdale couple has launched a Kickstarter to fund Her Court, a women-focused sports bar planned for Old Town Scottsdale that would prioritize women’s games and fan merchandise.