A new food hall and taproom called Hollywood Q has quietly opened across from Portland’s Hollywood Theatre, pairing about 10 food pods with an on‑site brewery. The space mixes global street food with a taproom from Spotlight Brewing.

An outpost of Michelin‑backed La Barbecue has opened in Woodlawn, and critics say smoked "beet ends" are stealing the spotlight from brisket. The compact menu pairs classic smoke with inventive sides.

Ohio‑born Brassica is bringing its build‑your‑own pitas and hummus plates to Sugar Land; construction is slated to start in mid‑June with a planned November finish. Local reporting and state filings outline the fit‑out.

Seppia, from the owners of La Cuchara, opened on Hampden’s Avenue with seafood-focused pastas, a large Italian wine list and a restored Five & Dime interior.

The Ocoee Hungry Howie’s at 207 N. Clarke Road has closed after 12 years; Stoner’s Pizza Joint is slated to open in the space this summer.

Roy Yamaguchi will open Ocean House at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Lihue on June 8, 2026, as the property undergoes a redesign.

A new Tarzana burger shop from the team behind Cavi Sushi plans fast, made-to-order burgers, breakfast and monthly Japanese‑inspired "flavor drops".

The viral loaded‑fries chain Mr. Fries Man opened at 2313 Frankford Ave in Fishtown, serving loaded fries, wings and a Philly‑exclusive cheesesteak fries soon.

Clintonville mainstay Gatto's Pizza is opening a second outpost inside Hoof Hearted Brewing's Short North taproom, pairing slices with local beer.

Plan‑review documents list a Punta Cana Restaurant at 116 N. Julia St in downtown Jacksonville. Ownership ties and an opening date remain unconfirmed.

Interruption Brewing is moving into O'Fallon's former Good News space and expects soft openings in May with a compact, 10-tap room and simple wood-fired fare.

Roney’s has closed its short-lived Cleves location and says it will refocus on Milford. Local 12’s coverage notes a Dunkin' may take the Cooper Avenue site.

Several customers reported worms in drive‑thru drinks at the Paddock Lake McDonald’s; county inspectors pulled the soda machine pending repairs and reinspection.