Boa Steakhouse has returned to The Venetian, bringing its signature tableside service and a high-end steak program back to the Strip. The new outpost pairs wagyu and caviar starters with a late-night dinner focus.

Family-owned Zojah Burgers opened in the Medical Center serving smash burgers, beef-tallow fries and thick milkshakes.

Clear Springs Restaurant in New Braunfels filed plans for a roughly $750,000 Phase 1 renovation to add outdoor seating, a traffic light and reworked parking while keeping the menu intact.

The Toasted Yolk will open a new cafe this summer at the Shops at the Brick and Mortar District in Kyle, led by franchisees John and Miriam Diaz.

After years of delay, Berkeley's Cheese Board will sell baked goods and cheese from a shipping container while it expands next door.

Family-run Twisted Donuts on Noriega mixes classic doughnuts with weekend experiments that have turned the Sunset into a sweet destination. Owner Paul Lim shared the family's story on KRON4.

New Jersey-based Ugly Dumpling will open its first Texas restaurant at The Arboretum, serving xiao long bao, dim sum and noodles. The team is targeting a late January or early February opening.

Rene Denis has filed for a liquor license for a Mission Bay spot listed as Noches at 301 King St. The restaurateur says "Noches" is only part of the name.

Time Out Market said its Fulton Market food hall will close Jan. 23, citing inconsistent weekday foot traffic and rising operating costs. The move affects more than a dozen local vendors.

Pastaria Vivi, from Michelin-trained chefs Brandon Jennings and William Treff, arrives in Encinitas in March 2026 with a pasta counter, market and monthly subscription boxes.

A Sonoma company recalled select tamales sold at Whole Foods in California and Nevada after an FDA inspection found inconsistent cooking‑temperature records. No illnesses reported; check date codes 10/22/24–10/22/25.

Harland Brewing debuts a 3,400‑sq‑ft full‑service restaurant in 4S Ranch with a new menu from culinary director Scott Cannon and an expanded beer, cider and seltzer program.

City Council discussed water rates, legal issues, equipment updates, and utility management, approving a water rate study ensuring financial reserves and exploring water interconnection with Clay County.