South Florida barbecue joints are being squeezed by record beef prices as a decades‑low cattle herd and drought push wholesale costs up. Local pitmasters say brisket bills have jumped and menu math is getting tighter.

Misha’s Cupcakes will close its Coral Gables walk‑in shop at the end of May and move baking to Pembroke Pines as the business shifts toward wholesale and delivery.

Pompano Beach’s Bagel Snack was voted South Florida’s best deli; new owners kept the menu and weathered early equipment troubles. Locals say the bagels and pastrami sealed the win.

After Coral Gables delayed a vote on World Cup plaza screenings, Fritz & Franz owner Harald Neuweg rescinded his permit request, put the Bierhaus up for sale and says he’ll move the business out of the city.

A Michelin-trained chef will open a 140-seat Greek restaurant on Main Highway in Coconut Grove this summer.

Segafredo L'Originale will close on June 21 after 26 years on Lincoln Road. The restaurant plans a free final celebration on the day of its last service.

Chef Clay Conley’s Buccan opens May 22 on Miracle Mile with a full dining room, sandwich shop and sister sushi bar. The expansion brings a Michelin‑recommended Palm Beach favorite to Coral Gables.

BOL Hospitality is opening Common Room at 2032 Harrison Street in Downtown Hollywood with elevated comfort food, cocktails by Unfiltered Hospitality and a hidden Brooklyn Room speakeasy.

After a decade in Brickell, Baby Jane announced it will close its 500 Brickell Avenue location on May 30 after lease talks fell through.

Ockap Caviar & Cuisine opened in Brickell with caviar integrated into every course, from croquetas to desserts. Tasting menus start at $160 and tins are available online.

Mohamed 'Mo' Alkassar has opened CHŌ, a neon-lit pan-Asian bistro at 1209 17th St. in South Beach serving shareable plates and cocktails.

A new analysis finds a Memorial Day cookout for eight costs about $81.92 in Jacksonville, ranking the metro among the nation’s priciest because beef and beer costs are high.

Danny Serfer announced Blue Collar will serve its final meals this Sunday in Miami’s MiMo neighborhood. He thanked diners and staff but offered no reason.