KoPita has added a bakery counter on Gay Street while Curry & Queso opened a Lovell Road outpost serving Indian‑Mex burrito bowls. Both aim for fast, flavor-forward meals.

Cafe Momentum is building an 11,000‑sq‑ft flagship on the Meadows Campus in East Dallas that will combine its public restaurant with training and wraparound services, opening January 2027.

Owner Lewis Rudd says he’s exploring franchising and may hand day-to-day control to outside partners, a notable shift for the family-run Seattle chain. Community groups and customers say they’ll be watching how the brand preserves its recipes and local ties.

a2 Milk recalled three batches of a2 Platinum infant formula after testing found the cereulide toxin. Parents should check tins for listed batch numbers and watch for symptoms.

Hemingway’s Cafe closed May 3 after more than 40 years as students, alumni and locals packed the wood‑paneled bar for a final toast. Owner John Elavsky said he’s stepping away to care for family.

After three decades near Carnegie Hall, Redeye Grill will close on July 12, 2026.

Titan Hospitality has closed The Lodge Pasadena, saying business no longer supported the location. The company is directing patrons to The Lodge Annapolis.

Little Caesars opened Michigan’s first self-service, self-checkout location in Dearborn Heights, joining a Rockford pilot as the chain tests grab-and-go Pizza Portal pickup. The launch included a grand-opening giveaway and app-based ordering.

Brentwood's Crack'd Egg will close May 10 as the owners retire, citing rising costs and a years-long legal fight with health regulators.

A viral TikTok helped a Chinatown food truck become a multi‑location employer that now mentors other Las Vegas small businesses. The owner says he wants to lift others as he grows.

House of Fries on Antoine Drive closed on Friday after 15 years. Owners Joe and Myriam Nabulsi said they are retiring and thanked customers in a Facebook post.

Jequitibá, a Brazilian soul‑food restaurant, has arrived at University Place in Orem; the City of Orem called the space "beautiful" and the food "absolutely delicious."

SmokeShack BBQ in Belle Vernon will close this weekend after owners blamed rising food prices. The shop plans a final day on Sunday and thanked customers for their support.