One of the Castro's most prominent vacancies is set to be filled with a new restaurant and bar later this year.

Costa Mesa’s Folks Pizzeria will open its first outpost in Culver City this April, taking over the former Lustig spot at Helms.

Café Bolita has opened in West Berkeley, bringing Bolita Masa’s nixtamalized-corn cooking to a permanent corner. The cafe starts with takeout and parklet seating while renovations finish.

Alejandro Eusebio's Amiguita brings Dominican Cibao flavors to Silver Lake with a Mibrasa grill and a 34-seat family-style dining room.

Matter in NoHo pairs counter service with a nutrition app so diners can build bowls and watch calories and macros update in real time.

County inspectors recommended that Peru Chicha in Gardena temporarily close after finding vermin and several sanitation violations. The restaurant must correct the issues and pass a reinspection before reopening.

Chef Debbie Lee's Yi Cha brings pojangmacha-style anju, neon-bright design and inventive cocktails to Highland Park.

Hamptons favorite Hampton Chutney Co. has opened a NoHo storefront on Astor Place. Expect giant dosas and jars of house-made chutneys to-go.

A nonprofit-run food truck staffed by culinary students began serving global lunches at the Petaluma Fairgrounds, with proceeds supporting training and community meals.

La Jolla’s Killer Whale Creamery will open a Henderson shop at The Cliff, joining The Taco Stand and Arhaus as the project remakes Paseo Verde Parkway. Openings are anticipated later in 2026.

The Hideaway at Montage Kapalua Bay has reopened as a reimagined indoor-outdoor cocktail lounge with a Mai Tai-focused menu, nightly music and locally made tiki keepsakes.

David Chang’s Fuku opens a standalone spot on Miracle Mile March 11, bringing the OG Sando, opening‑day giveaways and plans for a West Palm Beach outpost.

HeadFlyer Brewing will close its Northeast Minneapolis taproom on April 5 after nearly a decade. Owners say brewing and distribution will continue as they pivot away from the taproom model.