Feliciana, from BRG Hospitality, has opened in downtown Covington with French classics, a grand seafood plateau and a rooftop cocktail lounge. Chef Patrick Teagle leads the kitchen.

A new neighborhood cafe called Verdanza Cafe has been licensed for 3811 Tulane Ave, promising specialty coffee, pastries and light breakfasts.

Alex and Miles Pincus are converting a French Quarter building at 622 Conti St. into Holywater, an oyster bar and lounge slated to open late this spring.

After years of construction and permitting delays, Lilly’s Café has cleared approvals to open a second Magazine Street location, expanding the Vietnamese spot’s footprint and menu.

Gonzo's Smokehouse held a ribbon-cutting and will open to the public this Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in Luling's River Road strip.

State inspection records show Kobe Sushi, La Carreta, Fiery Crab and a PJ’s Coffee in LaPlace were cited for critical violations during late‑February inspections.

Alon Shaya’s Safta's Table opened in Lakeview this week, serving approachable Mediterranean dishes from breakfast through dinner with a grab‑and‑go case and patio.

Peyton Place Lounge has registered to open at 1533 N Acadian Thruway in Baton Rouge; owner Keaira Pate is listed on filings but the menu and opening date remain unclear.

Baton Rouge wing spot Empire Wingz will open at 1521 Ambassador Caffery Parkway in Lafayette, taking over a former Subway. The chain is known for its sauces and VJ Fries.

Nonno's has closed its 7th Ward spot and will reopen at The Pointe at Lafreniere Park in Metairie. Chef Shermond Esteen calls the move a 'blessing' and expects a pre‑Easter opening.

Latter Hospitality will open Charles and Julia at Hotel Perle, a two-level cocktail and wine lounge with seasonal small plates and a Sicily-inspired cocktail program.

The R&B Lounge is relocating from 3151 College Drive to 4612 Bennington Ave in Baton Rouge, according to city liquor-board filings and local reporting.

Ana Castro is opening Casimiro, a casual Mexican breakfast spot in Bywater with housemade tortillas and Mexico City–style morning dishes.