Sugar House staple The Tap Room is leaving Windsor Street for a 900 East storefront; the liquor commission approved the move and no opening date has been set.

A new Central 9th counter is serving Berlin-style döner and European street-food from two expat owners. The menu ranges from Im Brot sandwiches to bowls and wraps.

Xiao Bao Bao announced on May 20, 2026 that it will close both its downtown and Milk Block Salt Lake City locations. The decision shutters a bao shop that grew from pop-ups into two storefronts.

After nearly 20 years of organizing, Wasatch Food Co‑op opens its Milk Block storefront Wednesday with local produce, refillable bulk bins and a $300 membership model.

Meráki Greek Grill is listed as "Coming Soon" at University Place Mall in Orem. Locals are already asking whether the chain is worth a try.

Salsa Queen filed Chapter 7 in February while Kiitos Brewing filed Chapter 11 last week; both filings list multimillion‑dollar liabilities and reflect strain on local food and drink producers.

Jequitibá, a Brazilian soul‑food restaurant, has arrived at University Place in Orem; the City of Orem called the space "beautiful" and the food "absolutely delicious."

Quarters Arcade Bar’s Sugar House location will close May 31, 2026, owners say, blaming long-running construction and rising rent. The downtown outpost remains listed on the company site.

Orem officials confirmed Raising Cane’s will replace the Burger King at Center & State; planning approvals are in and permits are next.

The downtown Chili's on 400 South will close this Sunday after more than 30 years, ending a familiar late‑night hangout for students and locals. The chain lists other nearby locations.

Brooklyn's Fini Pizza opens its first out-of-state shop in Utah City on May 2, pairing slices with a new Fini Café and family-friendly opening-day events.

Via Veneto Pizzarium opened near Liberty Park, serving Roman-style pizza al taglio with a three-day dough process and park-ready slices.

A Japan‑inspired listening room has opened in Fairpark, pairing daytime coffee with vinyl‑led cocktail nights.