An entity tied to Angela Dunleavy plans to convert the former Salumi storefront in the Mottman Building into a new venue called Doris Social. The move marks another sign of restaurant activity returning to Pioneer Square.

Anna's Pizza Joint, from the team behind Anna's Joint, quietly opened at 5351 East 2nd St. in Belmont Shore, serving New York-style slices with Detroit and grandma squares coming soon.

LoKal in Coconut Grove will close this summer after about 15 years as owner Matt Kuscher cites steep rent hikes and a refocus on Wynwood projects.

Nara Sushi opened in February at 3401 Kirby Drive, replacing Sushi King and offering an all‑you‑can‑eat sushi and hibachi menu in Montrose.

A complaint-led health inspection at Little Italy of Tellico Village produced a failing 65, with inspectors citing chemical storage, dated meats and storage violations.

From Bronx dishwasher to two-location hit: Chef Nuno Grullon parlayed a Good Morning America win into Uptown 66's 151-seat Hallandale outpost with birria tacos, oysters and a full bar.

Missick Cellars, a Finger Lakes family winery, plans a School Street tasting room in Boerne this spring, blending sparkling whites with Texas-grown wines.

Ripon-based Gold Dust Pizza is opening an Express location in El Dorado Hills this spring, bringing its signature pies to the Sacramento area.

Kitava is opening a Walnut Creek outpost at the former Little Pear site, with co‑founder Bryan Tublin aiming for a late spring 2026 debut. The chain will bring gluten‑free, plant‑forward bowls and salads to downtown.

Dirty Dough is returning to Alamo Heights with a new Arcadia Grove bakery, promising its signature stuffed cookies and an expanded sweets menu later in 2026.

COA, a Tulum‑inspired rooftop at the Canopy by Hilton in the Gulch, opens tomorrow with shareable Mexican plates and a large agave selection.

Sabor Sin Fronteras filed to open at 2134 W. National Ave., promising crepes, empanadas, ice cream and coffee in Clarke Square.

A neighborhood 34-seat cocktail bar from local operators is set to open in Waterloo with original cocktails and Hungarian-inspired comfort food. Two different opening dates currently appear in public listings.