The Meadows Original Frozen Custard will take over a former rental‑car building on Babcock Boulevard across from The Block Northway, with renovations that include a drive‑thru.

Tono Pizzeria + Cheesesteaks is opening new shops in Minneapolis' North Loop and in Wayzata, with renovations already visible at both addresses.

Buena Vista is opening a cocktail‑forward second location at 88 Second Ave in the East Village, taking a 3,284‑sq‑ft corner space and aiming for spring 2026.

Hai Hospitality is reportedly bringing its Uchi sushi concept to Nashville’s Pie Town, a move that would add a high‑end dining option to the rapidly changing neighborhood. Details on an address or opening date are still pending.

Matok opened in South Austin's former Moonlight spot, serving knafeh croissants and labneh za'atar buns from its new South Lamar storefront.

Charming Elephant in Canton has temporarily closed as new management takes over and a fresh sign appears outside the Boston Street storefront. No reopening date has been announced.

Sushi by Bou filed Florida permit applications to open a chef‑led omakase counter inside Trump National Doral. The resort address is 4400 NW 87th Avenue; no opening date yet.

The Ghaben family has filed plans to transform the former Walnut Creek Yacht Club at 1555 Bonanza into a seafood-focused fish bar with expanded dining and outdoor seating.

Graton Resort & Casino will debut three new restaurants on May 4 — led by a 28,000-square-foot rooftop — and a new non-smoking gaming wing.

The Made in Hawai‘i Festival returns Aug. 20–23 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center with evening preview nights and full weekend hours as the center finishes construction.

Tirzah’s Mexi‑Terranean blends Egyptian family recipes with Mexican street food in El Sereno, serving kofta burritos, falafel sopes and shareable Egyptian nachos.

Rowdy Cowboy will open March 13 at the former Joe's Crab Shack on I-35, bringing 32 beers on tap and 64 TVs to Round Rock.

The Fresh Meadows Hooters quietly shut last week, leaving NYC without a Hooters as the chain trims sites during bankruptcy restructuring.