My 2 Cents in L.A. is closing dine-in service to focus on catering. The soul food restaurant announced its last dine-in on July 31, 2025, and a celebration event on August 1, as it transitions to catering.

Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant Shibumi in Downtown L.A. is set to close on July 19 despite recent acclaim, with the owner hinting at future projects.

Cole's French Dip in downtown Los Angeles, the city's oldest operating restaurant, is closing due to economic pressures.

Tony's Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco was ranked third-best pizzeria in the US for 2025 by 50 Top Pizza, with its sister venue Pizza Rock placing 33rd and Rose Pizzeria in Berkeley at 50th.

Beetle House LA, a Halloween-themed venue, is facing closure due to financial hardships, including pandemic impacts, investor withdrawal, and theft, despite efforts to fundraise and attract patrons.

Providence and Somni in Los Angeles received their first three Michelin stars at a ceremony in Sacramento, marking a significant moment for the city's fine dining scene.

Chin Chin on Sunset Strip is closing after over 40 years, with other locations remaining open. The West Hollywood staple is ending service on July 27, 2025, amidst broader local restaurant closures.

Marathon Burger is opening a new location in Venice Beach, following its successful launch on Melrose, with a streamlined menu and late-night delivery hours.

Questlove opened Mixtape, a burger joint offering gluten-free, beefless burgers without seed oils in Westlake Village, focusing on reimagined classics with mindful ingredients.

In-N-Out Burger is expanding in California with new locations in Indio, Modesto, and Monrovia, and is also growing into Arizona, Colorado, and Washington.

Here's Looking at You, a celebrated Koreatown restaurant, will close on June 13 following its co-owner's decision to leave the business and the end of their building lease. The closure marks the end of its innovative culinary presence since 2016.

Erewhon Market in Santa Monica temporarily closed its tonic bar due to a cockroach infestation, which was a major health violation. After corrective actions and re-inspection, the bar reopened.

Pink's Hot Dogs opens a new location at the Los Angeles Zoo, offering classic and celebrity-named hot dogs to zoo visitors.