The Rising Sun Collective opens in North Park. It offers Japanese culinary experiences, including bakery, bites, and brews, with free samples and live entertainment.

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers is opening a new location in Gilbert, AZ, in the former Famous 66 space, offering its trademark burgers and beers, while preserving the popular local car shows.

Osha Thai Kitchen opened in Houston's West on West mall, offering authentic Thai cuisine with house-made noodles and curries, led by owner Saranya Danvetnukroh and chef Afridi Zaman.

Thrive City in San Francisco will introduce Taco Primo, a Cali-Mex eatery from The Snug creators, opening in early 2025 with offerings like burritos and a variety of slow-cooked proteins.

Sisters Sage, Ginger, and Senna Lau are gaining acclaim with their Thai-American fusion eatery, Baby’s Buns and Buckets, at Brooklyn's DeKalb Market Hall.

Acclaimed French chef Frédéric Perrier dies at 61 in Houston from a heart attack, leaving a legacy of expanding and improving the city's French dining scene.

Hawaiian company Shaka Tea is shutting down due to economic challenges despite its unique māmaki tea and commitment to local agriculture, with products available for a few more months.

A former server has filed a lawsuit against the House of Prime Rib in San Francisco, alleging various labor law violations including denied meal breaks and uncompensated work.

Portillo's is opening a new restaurant in Chandler, Arizona, featuring a double drive-thru and designed as the "Restaurant of the Future." The opening is planned for 2025.

Chi-Chi's, a once-popular Mexican restaurant chain, is set to make a comeback with new openings planned for 2025 led by the founder's son, Michael McDermott, and in partnership with Hormel Foods.

Harpoon Henry's, a 50-year-old Dana Point Harbor restaurant, is closing due to a $550 million redevelopment project. Staff are offered jobs at a sister restaurant. The Rose in Venice is also closing, citing economic challenges.

Leyenda cocktail bar is relocating after 10 years on Smith Street and is hosting a Christmas in July event, "Sleyenda," with themed cocktails and decorations.

King Bao is closing its Winter Park location on December 28 after three years, due to not renewing the lease. They thank patrons and assure continued service at their other locations.