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.

Brooksville Bagels has filed for local permits for a shop at 330 Ponce de Leon Blvd and owners say they’re aiming to open in a few months.

Rising beef costs are squeezing Cleveland burger menus. Some owners are weighing modest price hikes while diners shift to cheaper proteins.

James Trees' Bar Boheme in the Arts District introduces an $80 four-course prix‑fixe while keeping bar favorites like steak frites and a seafood tower.

John Arakaki’s St. Felix Sin City brings Hollywood polish, made‑to‑order cocktails and late‑night shareable plates to southwest Las Vegas.