Buc-ee's is set to break ground for its first Arizona location in Goodyear on May 14, with the opening now pushed to June 2026, promising over 200 jobs.

In-N-Out Burger is expanding in California with new locations in Indio, Modesto, and Monrovia, and is also growing into Arizona, Colorado, and Washington.

Chick-fil-A heirs top Forbes' list of Georgia's billionaires, with a combined net worth of $11.4 billion. Despite slower sales growth, they remain the state's richest, followed by Home Depot co-founder Arthur Blank and others.

The Michelin Guide announced its Boston edition under the new Northeast Cities category, with inspectors evaluating Boston-area eateries for potential inclusion.

Gui Steakhouse in New York's Theatre District launches a weekday lunch special with steak and endless fries. Also featured are collaborative culinary events, such as M. Wells' burger endeavor and Lore's new dosa stand at Smorgasburg.

Las Vegas restaurant Cathedrale is set to permanently close on May 31 after a year of operation, with no future plans for the space announced by MGM Resorts International.

Sprinkles Ice Cream in Palm Beach is closing permanently on May 26 after being in business for 38 years, due to an extended closure for building repairs. The owners hope to relocate.

Batch 22 Bakery, known for their hefty "pudges," is opening a new location in Los Gatos on May 15. The bakery began as a home operation and is expanding to a physical space with a range of cookie flavors.

Portillo's has introduced a new Italian beef sandwich named "The Leo" in honor of Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV, available in May during Italian Beef Month.

Astoria's La Guli Pastry Shop debuts the "Pope Leo Cookie" to celebrate the first American Pope, Pope Leo XIV, with locals eager to try the new $5 vanilla shortbread treat.

Nerolab opens a Roman-style eatery at 40 Wall Street in the Trump Building, offering pizza, pastas, drinks, and coworking space, with plans for city-wide expansion.

Golden Eye Social, an upscale dining and interactive gaming venue with augmented reality darts, has opened in San Francisco's Yerba Buena neighborhood.

Pepsi initiates a taste test challenge in Atlanta, offering blind tests of Pepsi Zero Sugar against Coke Zero Sugar, with free Pepsi for participants.