Category: restaurants
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Chick-fil-A is expanding its Salinas presence with the Aug. 13 opening of Chick-fil-A South Salinas at 363 E. Market St. The restaurant is expected to create about 80 full- and part-time jobs, offer multiple ordering options and mark opening day with a playful invitation for guests to wear cow-themed attire. Key takeaways The new restaurant…
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A familiar Wilmington restaurant team is giving the former Waterman’s Brewing location near Wrightsville Beach a fresh identity. Former coaches Kevin Keatts and business partner Clayton Gsell plan to open Cabana Bar & Grill on Aug. 17, adding Caribbean-inspired food, tropical cocktails, weekend brunch and an island-themed atmosphere to Pavilion Place. Key takeaways Cabana Bar…
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Minor Hotels is preparing to open Avani Queenstown in September 2026, bringing its lifestyle brand to one of New Zealand’s most celebrated adventure destinations. The former Oaks Shores Resort has been extensively redeveloped into a full-service hotel designed around lakefront views, social spaces, wellness and year-round travel. Key takeaways Avani Queenstown will offer a refreshed…
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Maxie’s, the breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurant at the Linq Promenade, is expanding beyond the Las Vegas Strip with a new Henderson location. The planned project will pair the restaurant with a sibling Aroma Cafe and a 130-seat event space, creating a lively destination for everyday meals, coffee breaks and private gatherings. Key takeaways A…
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup gave Santa Barbara County’s already strong summer tourism season an additional lift. International teams, traveling supporters and tournament-related visitors helped fill hotels, restaurants and attractions, while generating millions in sales and significant tax revenue for communities across the South Coast. Key takeaways June 2026 produced an estimated $4.9 million in…
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Sacramento hospitality and nightlife operators will have a free opportunity to sharpen their marketing skills at an upcoming city workshop. The session will cover branding, content creation and social media strategies designed to help local businesses connect with customers, attract new audiences and build lasting community relationships. Key takeaways The workshop is designed as a…
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A pizza restaurant chain is planning to open a new location in a north Topeka neighborhood, adding another casual dining option for residents in northeast Kansas. The project is still in the planning stage, so details such as the restaurant’s exact location, opening date, menu and hiring plans have not yet been announced. Key takeaways…
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The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality for a new long-term partnership covering campus dining, retail food service, catering, and hospitality. The agreement is designed to bring more variety, convenience, wellness-focused choices, and community-centered experiences to UCCS students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Key takeaways Aramark will operate and enhance dining, retail,…
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Oakland’s restaurant scene added a lively mix of newcomers and returning favorites in July. Diners can now find Japanese bento and robata, Yemeni coffee, Jamaican comfort food, seafood-focused cocktails, African fusion, and more. The month also brought a major relocation for one of the city’s longtime Ethiopian restaurants, alongside several neighborhood cafes and casual spots.…
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is preparing for another busy month of growth, with 10 restaurants scheduled to open across the country in August. The expansion reaches college campuses, suburban corridors and smaller communities, supporting the chain’s broader goal of adding 60 locations during 2026. Key takeaways Freddy’s August plans extend the brand’s reach across…