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Benny and Mary’s Is Opening In The O.C. In October

Benny and Mary’s is the seventh restaurant for husband-and-wife team Cynthia Vigil and Chad Reinhardt

Mediterranean Buffet Chain On the Way to Anaheim

Texas-based Dimassi’s is slated to open its first Orange County location early next year.

Dog Pawrk Brewing Company to Add New On-Site Restaurant

The unique dog- and kid-friendly brewery submitted a plan review last week for a new restaurant construction.

Laguna Niguel Promenade to House Brand-New Argentinian Restaurant

Stay warm this winter with an authentic Argentinian meal at Tierra de Fuegos.

New Lamb-Focused Restaurant Coming Soon to The Shops at Mission Viejo

Shaya Grill aims to hit the food court this December.

Pokeworks Grows Its California Presence

Multi-Brand Franchisee Opens Pokeworks in Costa Mesa

Filo Dessert Co. Is Bringing Middle Eastern Sweets to Orange’s Old Towne

Slated to open in early 2024, the new restaurant will serve a unique fusion menu.

Nobibi Opening Soon in Pomona, More on the Horizon

Licensee is bringing outposts of the Asian-inspired dessert shop to Pomona, Covina, Rancho Cucamonga and Glendora.

New Bushfire Kitchen Location Planned for Mission Viejo

The healthy comfort food restaurant currently has six locations in Southern California.

Redshift Coffee Roasters To Open in Lake Forest

The coffee shop will serve breakfast items and roast its coffee on-site.

A Local Peruvian Favorite is Poised to Open Its Fifth Orange County Location

Inka Mama’s expands again as the appeal of Peruvian food continues to grow.

Toastique to Debut First Location in California

The Gourmet Toast and Juice Bar Expands West with Newest Storefront on Balboa Island in Newport Beach

Better Buzz Coffee Roasters Will Soon Bring Organic Options to San Clemente

Better Buzz Coffee Roasters aims to offer quality, organic coffee, a fun environment and unmatched customer service for dine-in and drive-thru customers.

Buona Forchetta Preparing For Its First-Ever Expansion Into Orange County

San Diego Restaurant Group Bringing Two Concepts to San Clemente

The Bagel Shack Planning New Irvine Location

This will be the bagel shop's fourth store following ones in San Clemente, Lake Forest and Dana Point.

Toastique Making its California Debut With Balboa Island Location

The gourmet toast, smoothie and juice franchise is making its entrance into the California market in Newport Beach, with more locations to come.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Opens First Orange County Restaurant in Santa Ana

Santa Ana local aims to expand variety of healthy food choices through providing authentic Mediterranean options to the community

Bafang Dumpling Planned for Westminster, Irvine

The well-established Taiwanese restaurant known for dumplings and potstickers continues expansion in California.

Pacific Catch Is Catching Orange County’s Eye With Two Coming Locations

Popular Bay-Area seafood chain is slated to open two new locations

Pickle Banh Mi Co. is Opening a New Location

The family-owned Vietnamese spot is set to open at 7360 Westminster Blvd in 2024.

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