Five Guys has opened at Manvel Town Center, offering dine‑in, takeout and delivery to the growing retail hub at Hwy 288.

Korea BBQ House has fed downtown LA workers cheap galbi and dol-sot bibimbap from its third-floor Weller Court perch for nearly three decades. As of March 20, the LA County Department of Public Health says it's closed — and the pest problem that triggered two reinspections earlier this month apparently wasn't done.

Fitrition built its brand on fresh ingredients, no added sugar, and feeling good — but the health department has now flagged the Bayside flagship four inspections in a row, most recently for flies in food areas and conditions ripe for rodents. Turns out the smoothies aren't the only thing that's been brewing.

A Scottsdale entrepreneur has inked a five‑shop deal to bring Potbelly to Mesa and Scottsdale as the chain ramps up franchised growth in the Valley.

Chef Ari Weiswasser is opening SMASH, a fast‑casual smashburger and fried‑chicken spot on Sonoma Plaza. The restaurant will occupy the Taub Outpost and aims to open in May.

Giuseppe's on 28th — the Guy Fieri–favored Biltmore Italian — closed on Sunday after 24 years as owner Richard Bock retires.

After eight years in Palmetto Bay, Babe's Meat & Counter added roughly 40 seats and expanded its butcher counter, turning a grab‑and‑go spot into a casual sit‑down shop.

Black Bear Diner's El Cajon location has served East County comfort food since 2019, and it still technically holds an "A" grade — but county health inspectors ordered it closed Monday after finding vermin and improper food temperatures. It's the second time in 17 months the Fletcher Parkway diner has been shut down.

Cole's French Dip will shutter March 29 after months of postponed goodbyes and active sale talks as owners seek a buyer who will preserve the landmark.

Golden Leaf in San Gabriel pulled its stinky tofu after years of neighbor complaints and municipal nuisance notices, sparking a petition and heated debate. The family says mitigation costs are unaffordable.

Mt. Joy has closed both of its Seattle restaurants after an ownership transfer. The Capitol Hill flagship and a South Lake Union outpost are currently shuttered while the new owner’s plans remain unclear.

Rancho Cantina is expanding beyond Lafayette, taking the Cocina Hermanas space at 501 Hartz Ave in Danville with a targeted summer 2026 opening. The Danville spot will bring the Lafayette wood‑fired menu and a larger bar to Hartz Avenue.

Chef Jason Pringle has opened Juju's, a Moroccan‑inspired pop‑up in the Acorn Café space on Healdsburg Square, serving tagines, mezze and small plates Thursday–Sunday.