Habana Outpost will close its French Quarter outpost on May 6 after a contentious, years-long fight to open and two years in business, the owner said.

Pho Parish opened in Chalmette with classic pho, a house "parish sauce" and BYOB-friendly dine-in seating. Chef Nhat Nguyen leans on old-school broth technique and local roots.

Kingston Cravinz, a 7,000‑sq‑ft Jamaican restaurant and event space from Liquid Gardens owner Kim Harris, is planned for Slidell with jerk, oxtails and live acts. Opening is tentatively set for early summer.

Hospitality consultant Justin Audibert plans to open All Day at Parc Lafayette, offering espresso service, a diverse menu and a full cocktail program with a tentative late-May debut.

Origami Sushi is relocating from Freret Street to Maple Street, taking over a longtime Maple Street storefront formerly associated with PJ’s Coffee. The restaurant has not announced an opening date.

Harahan breakfast favorite Sunny Side Up is planning a New Orleans East outpost on Bullard Avenue; permit filings and a recent inspection show the project is active. No opening date yet.

Matthew Bounds is opening Neighbors Tap & Table in downtown Gulfport this May, promising viral recipes, small plates and a Sunday Social series.

Camille Whitworth’s Baroness on Baronne pairs craft cocktails and sharable small plates with hands-on mixology classes in downtown New Orleans.

Johnny Sánchez will close its CBD taqueria after one final Taco Tuesday on May 5. The team says it hopes to reopen in a new location.

Wicked Wingz is opening inside Southland Mall in Houma early May, promising wings, burgers and loaded fries with an eye toward local hiring.

True South has taken over the old D‑Mac’s spot in Mid‑City, serving hot chicken, po‑boys and daily happy hour while building a Thursday–Saturday live‑music program.

The popular Gretna lunch counter will debut at French Quarter Festival and is moving to a dine‑in spot at 921 Peters Road in Harvey, targeting a May opening.

Baldwin & Co.'s new after‑dark reading lounge at NOLA Art Bar invites guests to set phones aside and socialize over books and wine. The venue will encourage unplugged evenings without formally banning devices.