An inspection in north Knoxville flagged a Little Caesars for dirty bathrooms, food debris and hand‑hygiene lapses; a follow‑up found fixes and raised the grade to 94.

Libertyville's Pizzeria DeVille has signed a lease for the former Giordano's at 1527 Chicago Ave in Evanston and is aiming for a mid‑March opening.

Sweet Williams Tavern is taking over the former Tonno’s space at 312 E Bidwell in Folsom, promising brunch, karaoke and a late-night menu. The new spot is hiring now.

The second annual Tijuana con Olor a Café takes over Avenida Revolución Feb. 21–22 with a 7,000‑cup target; proceeds will support the Castro‑Limón pediatric cancer foundation.

Queer-owned Undergrowth Coffee on Magazine Street closed after five years; owners cited rising costs and closed to pay staff severance.

Architects say La Villita could reopen as a River Walk food hall with 8–10 vendors and a lower-level restaurant, targeting tenant openings by late 2027.

Jersey City–born Bang Cookies has opened in Oklahoma City, bringing its oversized stuffed cookies and a community fundraising angle to the metro.

Columbus‑based Cameron Mitchell Restaurants plans to open 10 new Ocean Prime locations over five years, citing strong per‑unit sales and a new loyalty program. The brand names Nashville as the next scheduled opening.

Philip Korshak is back in South Philly with Korshak Picnic Provisions — a small corner shop centered on grilled hot dogs, sourdough biscuits and picnic goods. He’s targeting a May opening at 13th & Reed.

Formosa Street Food & Bar brings Taiwanese small plates, dumplings and late‑night drinks to Uptown 23rd under owner‑chef Ivan Wong. The spot was featured on KOKH's Living Oklahoma.

Southern Cravingz, a wrapped soul-food truck owned by Celeste Younger, is set to begin serving the Las Vegas Valley this spring from a Sahara commissary.

Detroit 75 Kitchen, originally a food truck, has opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Madison Heights, offering savory eats and plans for a seasonal patio.

Jack in the Box is returning to Battle Creek this spring; the chain’s site lists an April 2026 opening for a new Capital Avenue SW location. Construction and city notices show the site is already under buildout.