Monique Williams of Biscuits & Jams has stepped in as executive chef to reopen Ragin' Cajun on Stage Road after a brief closure. Menus and hours may shift while the handoff settles.

Inspire Community Cafe in Binghampton will close at the end of June after seven years. Owner Kristin Fox‑Trautman opened the mission‑driven spot in 2019.

The Blue Monkey announced it will close its Midtown Madison Avenue location after 27 years; the downtown branch will remain open. The Midtown spot’s last day is set for June 19.

Monmu & Monje Mart, the pop-up known for suya and hibiscus teas, will open a Cordova storefront June 23, offering West African groceries and ready-to-eat bowls.

Hive Bagel & Deli is bringing a larger bakery‑café to East Memphis, expanding beyond bagels into sandwiches, soups and an extensive pastry lineup. Local permits show a roughly 4,540 sq ft buildout in the White Station corridor.

Longtime Tonica staffer Shari Haley is opening Bob's Bakery inside Tonica Downtown, offering sweet and savory pies and weekend quiches with a mid‑June target.

Memphis gelato maker Zio Matto is opening a scooping window inside Nashville’s historic Arcade, expanding beyond markets and its downtown Memphis shop.

No Comment — the '80s‑themed wine bar on Central Avenue — will relaunch as a restaurant in early June with a new menu, wine list and interior updates. Owners say the change is meant to match their original vision.

Andrew Ticer and Michael Hudman will open Josephine Estelle and Rosie's Tavern at The Standard Germantown over Memorial Day weekend.

Lobster King Cajun Seafood is joining Cordova’s A1 Wings & Things to share a storefront at 420 S Germantown Pkwy. Permits are currently under review and no opening date has been set.

Ghost River Brewing will close its Beale Street taproom and concentrate operations at an expanded South Main location.

Playa Bowls will open in Collierville's Water Tower District on May 9; the first 100 guests will get free bowls and T‑shirts.

Ritual Bistro will open May 27 at 505 S Main, replacing Bluff City Coffee with breakfast, coffee and a small market.