Rust, Floor Food and a B Grade: Health Inspectors Put Heat on Charlotte's Irie Nation
Mecklenburg County inspectors gave Irie Nation an 83.5% B grade on June 17 after finding rusted shelving, food debris in sinks and no certified manager. The spot will remain on the county’s reinspection schedule.
Live Mice & Gnawed Food Bags Shutters Dumpling Time the Same Day Omakase Group Celebrated Giant Food Hall Opening
Omakase Restaurant Group's big Monday involved a 50,000-square-foot food hall grand opening in South City and a same-day health closure at its Dumpling Time by Chase Center in SF. The inspector found three live mice still running in the kitchen.
Beloved Arab Bakery Stages Waterfront Comeback In Jack London Square
Reem’s California is opening a 3,000‑sq‑ft bakery and cafe at 85 Webster Street in Jack London Square, scheduled to open Friday, June 26. The Mission‑based bakery will act as a production hub and small cafe on the waterfront.
Emeryville's Townhouse Bar Faces Last Call as $2 Million Rescue Clock Runs Out
Emeryville’s century‑old Townhouse Restaurant says it will close this Saturday unless a private lender steps in. Owner Dan Seng is offering secured terms to keep the doors open.
Miracle Mile Bread Rebel Maps Iran One Loaf at a Time
Kouzeh, a new bakery on Wilshire, is baking about 25 province-specific Iranian breads and has quietly become a gathering point for L.A.’s Iranian community. The shop mixes culinary curiosity with community ritual during World Cup week.












