Utah-born Mo' Bettahs is converting a former Carl's Jr. at 5378 S Power Rd in Gilbert for its first Arizona outpost; no opening date has been announced.

A Twin Fin Hotel counter in Waikīkī is reimagining shave ice with chef-made syrups and rotating monthly flavors, each priced at $10.

Alan Wong’s namesake restaurant has moved from private previews to a public opening at The Kahala, returning his signature Hawai‘i Regional dishes to Honolulu. Reservations are listed now.

Plan‑review filings show Drift, a new courtyard bar at the Sundial in downtown St. Pete, is moving forward after a legal settlement. The Forbici team will operate the bar.

Paperwork and a leasing brochure indicate Kaia Bowls is planning a location at 1946 Collier Parkway in Lutz. The brand lists the site as coming soon, but no opening date has been posted.

Ivar's is opening a new Seafood Bar in Gig Harbor this week with indoor seating, a patio and a grand-opening drawing for free fish-and-chips for a year.

Miami‑born Pura Vida has filed plans for a 4,209‑sq‑ft café with outdoor seating at 1038 Water Street, bringing its all‑day breakfast and bowls to downtown Tampa. The project is under city review and no opening date has been set.

An iconic Chicago deli is planning a Glenview outpost this year. Owner Marvin Barsky aims for a Labor Day weekend debut with the original menu intact.

A new food hall from Sugar Shack Unlimited and chef Brady Williams is slated for Bellevue’s Wilburton Auto Row, aiming for a summer 2026 opening as part of a wider redevelopment.

Mi Tierra plans a North Fourth Street outpost in Haines City, promising Dominican sandwiches, burgers and plates; owners are targeting a spring opening.

A 25-seat basement bar opened March 15 beneath Monstera Mezcaleria, pairing $12 cocktails, freezer martinis and a tongue-in-cheek roller-food menu.

Neale Asato of Asato Family Shop earned a spot among five finalists for the 2026 James Beard Award in Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. The nod makes him Hawaiʻi's only finalist this year.

Wayne County inspections in Livonia flagged misleading menu claims and improper glove use at several restaurants. Public inspection summaries show many issues were corrected quickly.