Bern's will close Haven in late May to begin converting the Hyde Park restaurant into a seafood concept led by chef Chad Johnson. A fall 2027 opening is the target.

Ladybird Westside will convert a warehouse into a 1‑acre indoor‑outdoor beer‑garden and dining hub in West Midtown, aiming to open before mid‑June. The rollout dovetails with new retail at Stella at Star Metals.

Rasa opened in March at 2763 N. Milwaukee Ave., bringing tandoori plates, chaat snacks and two curry lunch specials to Logan Square.

Alley Cat, from the Paulie Gee’s team, opens May 11 on W. Division with draft cocktails, THC drinks and a compact snack menu.

Meli Café’s Greektown location has closed after 20 years; a thank-you note appeared on the door and on social media while other Chicago locations remain open.

Julia Jaksic is opening Bar Roza in The Arcade this May. The new cocktail bar promises a low-key, craft-focused drinking room and a small-plates menu.

Nellie’s Southern Kitchen at MGM Grand will close by June 1, 2026 as the Jonas family shifts focus back to its Belmont, NC roots and lease ends. Fans have a few weeks to visit before the outpost shutters.

Prosciutto, from chefs with ties to Fiaschetteria Pistoia, is planned for 435 E. 9th St. Filings show a 20-seat trattoria with live music and a beer/wine license.

The B’s Family Kitchen at the Swansea Improvement Association has closed but is expected to return May 8 under new ownership, keeping the same recipes.

Tappi Sushi Lounge has opened at 6062 Lake Murray Blvd., replacing Oyster & Pearl with specialty rolls, ramen and patio seating.

Downtown Vancouver’s The Sedgwick will close this Friday after nearly five years; owners cite construction, rising ingredient and rent costs as reasons.

Sweetgreen has secured a permit for its first Jacksonville restaurant at St. Johns Town Center, with the company listing a "coming soon" site at 4624 Town Crossing Drive.

7 Brew is planning a roughly 550‑sq‑ft drive‑thru at the former Sonic on De Zavala Road, with construction slated for July as part of a wider Texas buildout.