A Shanghai‑inspired dumpling chain is building a New Tampa outpost as part of a Florida push that also names Kissimmee and Gainesville. The new spot will bring XLB, dim sum and boba to The Walk at Highwoods Preserve.

Baba on Central will close and relaunch as a new concept; Barra‑Barra pintxo pop‑up will move in permanently at Barbouni.

Nebraska Roadside will convert the former Nebraska Mini‑Mart corner in Seminole Heights into a mostly outdoor food park, promising a retro, family‑friendly mix of vendors, games and live entertainment by fall 2026.

Tampa-born Outside BBQ is relocating its Tampa operation and preparing a fourth location across Tampa Bay. The change signals a shift from takeout to more full‑service dining.

North Hyde Park staple Rome + Fig will close after six years; owners cited an "industry filled with challenges" and set June 28 as the final service.

Quaker Steak & Lube’s Clearwater location will shut after business on July 5, closing a longtime home for car shows and bike nights.

Tampa favorite Buddy Brew opens its first Sprouts in‑store café at Westchase Wednesday, launching a 10‑location summer rollout with $3 opening drinks and giveaways.

Einstein Bros. opened a Lakeland bakery and will open in Land O' Lakes later this month, expanding its Tampa Bay footprint and adding roughly 25 jobs.

A WalletHub analysis puts Florida 10th for fast‑food spending as a share of income; the three‑item basket costs about $24.80, highlighting rising menu prices.

A Midtown rooftop pairs skyline views with a seafood-forward menu — paella, arepitas and cocktails — plus weekday happy hour and weekend music.

Miami’s Mister O1 is set to open at University Town Center on June 23, bringing its Michelin‑recommended pies, star‑shaped pizzas and a burrata bar to Sarasota.

Los Chiludos opened a second Manatee County spot in Braden River Plaza, bringing California-style burritos, birria tacos and house queso to Bradenton.

Mother’s has reopened in Northdale with a new chef, bigger dining room and a refreshed comfort-food menu. The move follows an unexpected closure last summer.