Mayor Brandon Johnson cut the ribbon on The Original Mr. Beef’s new Midway outpost as the airport rolls out its refreshed Central Market and concessions program.

Baku, a 13-year SouthPark staple, will close in April as the Sharon Road property returns to the landlord amid redevelopment plans. The owner says some Yama concepts will remain.

Cracker Barrel has opened in Annapolis near the Westfield Mall, bringing a country‑store restaurant to the corridor, roughly 160 jobs and a $10,000 donation to the Maryland Food Bank.

Vagabond will serve lunch again starting April 14, 2026, offering tacos, burritos and a QR-code ordering option for downtown diners.

Painted Leopard, a Salvadoran-focused Bay Area roaster, has opened a weekend counter inside The RealReal’s Union Square flagship and plans to go daily in April.

Ziggi's Coffee quietly closed its Katy drive‑thru after nearly five years. The franchisee blamed challenges beyond their control and staff were notified by text.

Graze Craze opened its first Louisiana shop in Covington, a 1,100-square-foot location run by local owners Jessica and Steve Sintes. The shop will offer curated grazing boards, gluten-free options and local delivery.

TacoNora, a Sonoran-style taquería, opens March 7 on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach with grilled meats and paper-thin flour tortillas.

South Sacramento favorite Doña Mari Cocinita moved from its food‑truck lot into a storefront at 4204 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, holding a ribbon‑cutting on Feb. 27.

CAVA opens at Valencia Promenade this Thursday with a Community Day offering free meals and matched donations to Food Cycle LA.

Three new spots — Milk Pizza Shop, Lone Star Burger Co. and a Stout House pub — are lining up at 109 W. Grayson St., adding pizza, wagyu burgers and big taps near the Pearl.

Walk‑On's, co‑owned by Drew Brees, is opening a new restaurant in Wylie's 544 Gateway Addition this summer, bringing its Louisiana menu and game‑day vibe to FM 544. Construction filings list the project at 906 W FM 544.

A local Italian market has moved onto Garnet Avenue: Gusto Deli & Bistro pairs imported pantry goods with fresh, made‑to‑order pastas and sandwiches. Regulars say the authentic ingredients set it apart.