Culpepper Cattle Co. is building a 10,187‑sq‑ft steakhouse on East Lamar, with construction starting July 6, 2026 and a planned early‑2027 opening. The menu will mix Tex‑Mex, steaks and Texas home‑cooking.

Azul Kitchen & Bar is proposed for the long‑vacant Jones Club at 115 NW 1st Ave, with plans for nearly 7,000 square feet, late‑night hours and weekend live music.

Chatime opened a new teahouse at Medallion Center in Dallas with weekend BOGO deals and freebies for early guests. The family-run franchise is part of a multiunit DFW plan.

Big Shucks’ Richardson spot reopened after a remodel, serving Gulf oysters, a spicy shrimp cocktail and snow crab in a beachy patio setting.

A new video spotlights Mary and Robb’s Westwood Cafe — a decades-old diner where all-day breakfasts and classic comfort plates keep a neighborhood tradition alive.

The Ibrahim brothers have opened a second Smashed N Sauced on East Parmer, bringing halal smashburgers and hot chicken to northeast Austin.

A for-sale sign outside Lucero’s Fillmore location has neighbors worried; the 64-year-old family restaurant will remain open while the building is listed.

Bayou Brew Coffee Co., from Louisiana native Jonie Paden, plans to open in Powder Springs with beignets, chicory coffee and a Louisiana‑style menu this summer.

Bagel Bear has opened on Parmer Lane, serving New York‑style bagels, a pastrami sandwich and an Austin Lox; owners say dough is made daily on-site.

County inspectors issued red placards after finding cockroaches, dead flies and dozens of rodent droppings at three Sacramento‑area food sites; one site later passed reinspection.

Peaky Peak, the Lone Tree Vietnamese‑coffee spot, is planning a Golden Triangle outpost with seating, a full coffee bar and cocktails. No opening date has been announced.

Galt’s Life’s Grind plans a new Elk Grove location as the owner eyes regional expansion. The move follows branding and trademark steps this year.

Yabo's Tacos has opened at Evans Farm in Lewis Center with build‑your‑own tacos, margaritas and weekly specials including Taco Tuesday and $2 canned beers.