La Birria opened a Pearl Kai storefront in Aiea, moving from its food‑truck roots to a permanent spot with birria tacos, ramen and curated party packs.

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Five Phoenix bars were named Regional Top 10 honorees by Tales of the Cocktail, led by Highball’s double nod and nods for Chilte, Huarachis, Pretty Penny and Valentine.

Fleur's will pause service on April 12 after seven months in East Kensington as owners regroup to reposition the restaurant and support staff.

Dos Olivos Markets closed its Dripping Springs outpost after four years, saying it will concentrate growth on its Buda and Harlingen locations while it refines the concept.

Makihalo folds Filipino flavors into dessert toppers and ube brownies. Owner Mariel Bernarte was featured on Fox 8 as the brand expands its pop-up dates.

Crab N' Spice is opening at Cudahy Plaza (8017 Atlantic Ave., Suite 103); franchisee Kevin Maranan expects a spring opening for the seafood boil spot.

Far Out Ice Cream is opening a Cleveland Circle shop at 1930 Beacon St, bringing New Zealand‑style fruit‑blended scoops to Brighton this spring.

Heidi Barrett has opened La Sirena’s first public tasting room in Calistoga, pairing small-production wines with a gallery of her paintings.

Square Pie Guys has taken over the pizza counter at San Pedro Social, replacing Slice of Homage and bringing Detroit-style pies to downtown San Jose.

The Burger Joint team's shaved‑ice and frozen‑cocktail shop reopens in the Heights with dairy‑free soft‑serve margaritas and its island‑inspired menu.

After almost 30 years on North Carrollton Avenue, Mid‑City's Pho House is closing as the owners retire. The Carrollton counter will serve its last bowls this week.

Frisky Kitty Cat Cafe won city approval for a 1,600‑sqft coffee shop with a glass‑enclosed cat lounge at 1209 E. Main Street, partnering with local rescues for adoptions.