Bark Barbecue is opening a large Bushwick smokehouse July 1, pairing Central Texan smoking with Dominican flavors, four white‑oak smokers and a big patio.

Inspections in mid‑June forced Wulf Burger to close until hot water was restored and briefly suspended Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea for lacking a certified food manager.

Legacy 34, a new Cleveland Street restaurant and social club in Elyria, is moving toward opening after recent city approvals and a mayoral site visit. Owners say progress is underway but no date is set.

A Frankie's pizza window opened on St. Pete Beach on July 3, 2026, serving New York‑style slices beside The Luce hotel. A full restaurant is due later this summer.

Toasted Yolk is listed for a Katy‑Fulshear unit at 6727 FM 1463, adding a full‑service breakfast spot to the growing retail strip. The chain’s site lists hours and a waitlist.

Capogna's Dugout, a family-run Gulf-to-Bay staple in Clearwater, closed on June 26 after 53 years following storm damage and a brief 2025 reopening. The announcement drew an outpouring of memories from locals.

Dutch Bros is planning its first Seattle shop in a former Starbucks space, a symbolic entry into Starbucks’ hometown as the drive‑thru chain accelerates expansion.

Lapaba is a Koreatown pasta bar that pairs Italian technique with Korean ingredients like kimchi and jjajang. The tiny counter spot has earned critical attention and a MICHELIN mention.

Sewage backing up in the dishwashing area led inspectors to issue a red placard at the Jack in the Box on Madison Avenue; seven violations were recorded. The location is closed pending reinspection.

A shipping-container pop-up from Kokopelli Beer Co. opened beside Westminster’s temporary dog park, pairing 30 taps with snacks and dog-friendly seating. The spot will mark a grand opening on July 10.

Bar Skula opened on Grand Avenue in early July, remixing Luka’s menu around oysters, ceviche and gin-forward drinks while tacking a 1% surcharge to feed neighbors.

Barbara Groom has listed Eureka's Lost Coast Brewery for sale as she retires at 80, putting a 75,000‑sq‑ft production plant and downtown brewpub on the market.

Aba Macarons has a new stall at the Waterfront Market in Point Ruston, serving honey‑lavender, Fruity Pebbles and seasonal macarons during a soft opening starting July 3. The owner, Mercedes Sanchez, moved from pop‑ups into a permanent market stall to reach busy summer crowds.