Amin and Edita Juma are opening Redstone Kitchen at 470 E. Green Bay Ave. in Saukville this spring with corned beef, Italian beef and Chicago‑style hot dogs. Village approval is in hand and the owners plan to expand the menu if demand grows.

Ellianos Coffee has started construction on a drive‑thru at 4940 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in St. Cloud, joining the chain’s Central Florida expansion. The Lake City‑founded brand says the shop will open later this year.

Boom Island founders Kevin and Qiuxia Welch will convert the former One on One Bike Shop at 45th & Minnehaha into Mixed Culture Brewing — coffee by day, taproom and beer garden by night.

Mobile bakery Sweet Blessings Treats is planning its first storefront at 639 E Old Hickory Blvd in Madison. The owner confirmed plans but gave no firm opening date.

A new pizzeria from Dead Bob's and DeLosa's opened at the original Dead Bob's spot on Central Avenue, offering slices, build-your-own pies and a full bar.

Pinecrest Bakery plans a Miami Springs location at the Le Jeune & NW 36th intersection; the company lists the storefront as "coming soon in 2026."

Speaker Julie Menin and Mayor Zohran Mamdani are backing changes that could let roadway dining operate year‑round while lawmakers weigh bills to simplify approvals.

Caféina, the Women’s March Foundation’s new Westside coffee counter, is serving drinks inspired by feminist icons while doubling as a gathering spot for organizers.

After announcing a shutdown, República will reopen for indefinite Thursday–Sunday daytime hours in the Pearl District, serving a pared-down menu of Mexican classics.

Ebony & Ivory Brewing will close its North Central taproom on March 29, 2026; owners cited rising costs and said distribution and brewing will continue. The announcement ends a roughly three‑year run in Happy Holler.

Motek has opened a Midtown location at 3255 NE 1st Ave, taking over Maty's former space and bringing its laffa, hummus and Arayes burger to the neighborhood.

Longtime Museum District spot The Raven Grill will close March 29 after 28 years; owners say the lease wasn't renewed and Picnic next door will stay open.

The Chattaway, a longtime Old Southeast restaurant, is being sold, leaving neighbors uncertain about whether the garden patio, tea service and familiar menu will survive under new ownership.