Chef Nicola Blaque is set to open Freight Fried Chicken at the Pearl in San Antonio, honoring historical "Waiter Carriers." The Pearl will also debut Pullman Market, hailed as the largest culinary market in the Southwest.

Houston's French dining scene expands with new offerings like Cocody Restaurant and Bar, adding to an already diverse range of French cuisine options.

Dae Gee Korean BBQ is set to open its first Massachusetts location in Chelmsford as part of its national expansion, highlighted by its all-you-can-eat offerings and authentic Korean flavors.

Tiger's Taproom in Oakland temporarily closed due to an electrical fire causing smoke damage, discovered before a holiday event. Cleanup and repairs are underway, with community support showing strong.

Lena’s Soul Food Restaurant in Oakland is closing down on Christmas Eve after nearly 11 years, announced via social media, due to unspecified challenges.

El Catrin Restaurant & Bar, known as one of San Antonio's top Mexican eateries, opens a second location on the Far North Side, maintaining its diverse Mexican menu, including popular enchiladas.

Murray's Tavern, channeling New York City vibes, has opened in East Austin, offering nostalgic drinks and a modern-rustic ambiance that is capturing the attention of online influencers and critics, despite its pricier menu.

Casa Ya'ax opens in Wynwood, Miami, offering an upscale experience of coastal Mexican cuisine crafted by Chef Omar Montero, known for La Santa Taqueria.

The new restaurant Mothership has opened in Cambridge's Alewife area, offering a variety of dishes and a cozy atmosphere. It shares its location with Revival Kitchen and aims to be a neighborhood hangout.

Several cherished Chicago restaurants closed in 2023, causing a wave of nostalgia among food enthusiasts and prompting reflections on the city's culinary history.

Needham's Latina Kitchen & Bar is closing on December 17, set to be replaced by The Common Room. Co-owned by Antonio De Trizio and Luma Marcaccio, the restaurant offered Mediterranean and South American fusion since 2019.

Hong Kong Food Street is set to reopen in Houston in 2024, exciting local food enthusiasts, while Benny Chows combines Texan and Cantonese cuisines, despite initial controversy over its branding.

Baoshi Food Hall + Bar is now open in Pembroke Pines, featuring five Asian restaurants, a bar, and a market space in the area's first Asian food hall.