Nola Café opens in Honolulu, offering New Orleans-style beignets and a range of sweet and savory treats, with a café ambiance inspired by the French Quarter.

Fort Bend County sees a dining boom with new eateries, while Houston's food scene flourishes with unique culinary offerings.

Sammy's Restaurant in North Sacramento celebrated its grand reopening, representing nostalgia and hope for the local community, with the new owners retaining classic menu items and receiving city support.

Fast-food chains and coffee shops are expanding in Houston suburbs due to lower real estate costs and high market potential, prioritizing locations like Cypress for openings by 2025.

Boulder Dam Brewing Company in Boulder City is closing down after 17 years due to an unaffordable property sale. The owner is laying off staff and considering relocation. A GoFundMe has been launched to help with the move.

Bonsai Hibachi & Sushi, offering halal meat, opens in Sugar Land with a 120-seat space. Co-owned by Vitcha Janthrakat, the restaurant serves diverse Japanese dishes and has adapted with take-out options during the pandemic.

Dad's Kitchen in Land Park is closing on July 28 after 14 years, known for its Food Network appearance. Final events are planned to celebrate its legacy.

Del Taco has been named the best fast food chain in USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards for 2024, surpassing Chick-fil-A, which fell to third place.

Spread & Co. is opening a new location in Austin's Cherrywood neighborhood, offering artisanal cheese, sandwiches, pastries, salads, and an extended selection of drinks.

Duyen Nguyen's restaurant, Magnolia Pho, brings a taste of traditional Vietnamese pho to Seattle, reflecting her hometown flavors and supported by local economic initiatives.

Charlotte Restaurant Week, known as Queen's Feast, kicks off with over 100 restaurants offering fixed-price meals ranging from $30 to $50 until July 28. No passes are needed, but reservations are recommended.

Long Beach celebrates its Burger Week, featuring over two dozen local restaurants offering burger specials from $5 to $25, including canine-friendly options and charity events for the homeless.

A Sbarro pizza outlet at Coral Square Mall was closed due to a roach infestation and health violations, including improper food temperatures. It reopened after multiple inspections.