State filings show a $3.2M renovation at the former Fire Oak Grill in Weatherford, but the application names a Fort Worth trust — not Taylor Sheridan.

J's Asian Kitchen opened in February at 5229 N. Florida Ave, bringing ramen, pho and bubble tea to Seminole Heights' evening dining scene. The new spot leans on pan‑Asian comfort bowls and late‑night takeout hours.

Konjo Me, a Detroit pop-up led by Helina Melaku, has opened a stall at Midtown's Detroit Shipping Company, bringing injera, stews and coffee ceremonies to a regular location.

Galactic Grind Coffee is moving from its Star Wars‑themed truck to a San Pedro Avenue cafe this summer, owners say. The truck’s themed drinks and collectibles helped drive demand.

Texas Monthly named Agnes and Sherman Restaurant of the Year and put four Houston spots on its 2026 list. The choices underline Houston’s continued culinary momentum.

A Venice-born pasta counter now grinds semolina and extrudes fresh pasta inside The Mall at Millenia food court, serving build-your-own bowls and house sauces.

Peach Valley Cafe is taking over the former Bob Evans on SR 200 in Ocala and aims to open by summer 2026, bringing another early‑morning brunch option to the corridor.

Bellagreen plans to reopen in June after a May 2025 closure tied to long-running facade repairs and scaffolding at the Jefferson Bank building near the Pearl. The chain says it will return once work is finished.

A botanical cocktail lounge called Son Garden has opened in Walnut Hills, moving into the former Comfort Station building on East McMillan.

Sarbez! owner Ryan Kunsch is opening Alfred’s at 222 W. King St., a restaurant-and-venue pairing sourdough pizzas with live nights in West City this spring.

Veda, a Rittenhouse Indian bistro, was cited by city inspectors for unsafe food temperatures, sanitation lapses and equipment failures during a March 11 inspection.

Pancha’s has reopened in Yountville after a careful rebuild, returning as a neighborhood bar that preserves its dive‑bar character while adding safety updates.

The Villa will reopen in May as The Junction — a family-friendly beer-and-pizza spot with a 4,000-square-foot beer garden, 30 taps and sweeping hilltop views.