Frico Pizza Co. plans to take over 1429 Broadway, Suite B and bring Detroit‑style, pan‑baked pies with the signature frico edge to Sacramento's Broadway corridor.

JuiceLand opened its ninth Greater Houston location in Sugar Land Town Square on Dec. 5, adding smoothies, cold-pressed juices and plant-based meals to the plaza.

Construction has begun on Maiden Coronado, a new waterfront restaurant in Coronado's Ferry Landing, expected to open in 2027 and offer Southern California- and Hawaiian-inspired cuisine.

Mexico City natives Angel Bautista and Javier Becerra are opening Bar Xolo in Montrose — a coffee‑to‑cocktails concept with clarified drinks, Veracruz beans and Mexico City design. Soft opening Feb. 4.

Waffle House filed plans for a new 1,840‑sq‑ft diner on Brewer Boulevard in southwest Fort Worth, joining big‑box and grocery development at Chisholm Trail Ranch.

Austin’s Good Culture has landed a majority investment from L Catterton in a deal that sources peg near $500 million, a big win for the city’s CPG scene. The funding is aimed at expanding production and distribution as demand surges.

Ritual will open Jan. 22 at 1623 N. Hall St., replacing Alice with late-night cocktails, nonalcoholic options and a small-plates menu.

The annual chili cook-off at Wisconsin Harley-Davidson supports local law enforcement, with attendees tasting and voting on chili for a $5 contribution.

An upscale Thai restaurant, Tarra, and a basement cocktail bar, Sura, will occupy the long‑vacant 121 W. Hubbard storefront in River North. The team says openings are coming soon.

Amelia Street Pizza Co., known for its sourdough pies and Instagram presence, is opening a permanent location in Hazel Park this spring, backed by Chef James Rigato.

San Francisco’s Bun Mee is rolling into Manhattan this summer with a multi‑site franchise push; leases are still being finalized. The chain’s SFO success helped attract a New York partner.

Pete's El Dorado Hills location appears to have shut its doors after exterior signage was removed, leaving the Town Center storefront dark and listings already flagging the address as closed.

China Live founders George Chen and Cindy Wong‑Chen are opening Asia Live at Westfield Valley Fair; the 13,000‑sq‑ft, 350‑seat venue is now slated for spring 2026.