May 2026 Florida Restaurant News Archive

May 2026 archive

Press coverage matched to Florida establishments, summarized from the source articles.

Framing note: these are press articles, not independent RiskyEats status changes. A venue's opening, closure, or emergency status appears in the resolved tabs only when the shared main-site record supports it.

Published 2026-05-27

Fort Myers Beach plaza revives post-Ian with new restaurants - WINK News

Fort Myers Beach plaza revives post-Ian with new restaurants - WINK News
Published 2026-05-27

Chick-fil-A sets opening of once-controversial Jacksonville restaurant - The Florida Times-Union

Chick-fil-A sets opening of once-controversial Jacksonville restaurant - The Florida Times-Union
Published 2026-05-27

2 St. Lucie County restaurants get perfect scores; 1 fails inspection - Treasure Coast News

2 St. Lucie County restaurants get perfect scores; 1 fails inspection - Treasure Coast News
Also covered by 19 other outlets
Published 2026-05-27

Michelin Guide Will Reveal Florida Newest Star Recipients on Thursday

Michelin Guide Will Reveal Florida Newest Star Recipients on Thursday
Also covered by 1 other outlet
- Michelin Guide Will Reveal Florida Newest Star Recipients on Thursday
Published 2026-05-27

Harper Beckham, 14, copies her mum Victoria with a satin dress from her collection and a £2,200 Bottega Veneta bag as she departs her parents' £16m yacht for a swanky lunch with her family in Formentera

The teen, 14, sported a cream satin dress from her mum's collection as she headed to the Es Moli de Sal restaurant after exiting her parents' private yacht.
Published 2026-05-27

Florida's third Cook Out opening soon. Where it is, Florida locations - The Florida Times-Union

Florida's third Cook Out opening soon. Where it is, Florida locations - The Florida Times-Union
Published 2026-05-27

Raising Cane's restaurant to open on Western Boulevard - The Daily News - Jacksonville, NC

Raising Cane's restaurant to open on Western Boulevard The Daily News - Jacksonville, NC
Published 2026-05-27

Press Advisory: Food Safety Advocate available to speak about recent E. coli Outbreak linked to Kebab Shop Restaurant

Nine people sickened including six children - Hospitalization of five with two developing serious kidney complications BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bill Marler available to discuss the E. coli outbreak linked to The Kebab Shop and on…
Published 2026-05-27

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Issued Emergency Shutdown Notice, Effective Immediately

Authorities have issued an emergency closure recommendation for a restaurant at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay following the discovery of multiple health code violations during an inspection. This is the second dining location at the Central Florida theme park to cl…
Published 2026-05-27

Health issues shut down Orlando Chinese restaurant for 3rd time this year - WKMG

Health issues shut down Orlando Chinese restaurant for 3rd time this year - WKMG
Published 2026-05-27

Tallahassee Tijuana Flats closes its Mahan Drive location for good - Tallahassee Democrat

Tallahassee Tijuana Flats closes its Mahan Drive location for good - Tallahassee Democrat
Published 2026-05-27

Standard Service restaurant in Gainesville is closing. Here’s why - Gainesville Times

Standard Service restaurant in Gainesville is closing. Here’s why - Gainesville Times
Published 2026-05-27

Failed health inspection temporarily closes Busch Gardens Tampa Bay restaurant - Theme Park Tribune

Failed health inspection temporarily closes Busch Gardens Tampa Bay restaurant - Theme Park Tribune
Published 2026-05-27

The Newest Houston Restaurant Openings , May 2026

The Newest Houston Restaurant Openings , May 2026
Published 2026-05-26

Naples restaurant closes after 5 years - Naples Daily News

Naples restaurant closes after 5 years Naples Daily News
Published 2026-05-26

California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash led to a 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well

Salmon have faced a boom-bust cycle for years. Making their recovery last longer will require some big changes, including how hatcheries produce fish.
Also covered by 1 other outlet
- California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash and 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well
Published 2026-05-26

SAVOR, SIP AND SAVE AT KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFE THIS SUMMER

Award-winning restaurant serves up fresh avocado creations, refreshing new beverages and family fun with the return of its successful $5 Summer Kid's Meal Deal. ORLANDO, Fla., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dive into a season of flavor and fun at Keke's Breakfa…
Published 2026-05-26

Alachua County restaurant inspections: 1 closed, 3 others fail - Gainesville Sun

Alachua County restaurant inspections: 1 closed, two others fail - Gainesville Sun
Also covered by 1 other outlet
- Alachua County restaurant inspections: 1 closed, two others fail - Gainesville Sun
Published 2026-05-26

THE LUCE, ST. PETE BEACH'S NEWEST COASTAL RETREAT, A MARRIOTT TRIBUTE PORTFOLIO HOTEL ANNOUNCES A SOFT OPENING JUNE 11th

St. Pete Beach's Most Anticipated Hotel Debut Brings a Full Beach Club, Pool Service, Coastal Dining and Event Space to the Gulf Coast www.thelucehotel.com Link to images here ST. PETE, Fla., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Luce, the highly anticipated new a…
Also covered by 1 other outlet
- THE LUCE , ST . PETE BEACH NEWEST COASTAL RETREAT , A MARRIOTT TRIBUTE PORTFOLIO HOTEL ANNOUNCES A SOFT OPENING JUNE 11th
Published 2026-05-26

Here where Raising Cane new Florida location is opening this week

Here where Raising Cane new Florida location is opening this week
Published 2026-05-26

Splash Into a Summer Escape with New Offers at Four Seasons Resort Orlando

Dive into a five-acre water park, adult-only pool, Michelin starred steakhouse, speakeasy, pop-up Striker's Lounge sports bar and enjoy a complimentary fourth night all summer long ORLANDO, Fla., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, travellers can enjoy …
Published 2026-05-26

West Side Story, Hawaiian-Style: The Perfect Long Weekend on Kauai’s Quieter Coast

When most travelers picture Kauaʻi, they imagine emerald cliffs, luxury dining, secret coves, and resort-lined beaches. Head west instead, and the palette shifts: rust-red canyon walls, sunburnt coastlines, and towns that feel stitched together by history rat…
Published 2026-05-26

Lake County restaurant inspections: 1 closed, 7 others fail - Leesburg Daily Commercial

Lake County restaurant inspections: 1 closed, 7 others fail - Leesburg Daily Commercial
Published 2026-05-26

Disney World Has Two More BoardWalk Mystery Projects Coming to Empty Restaurant & Retail Spaces.

For the last several years, Walt Disney World has had a problem with the BoardWalk. There are currently three vacancies along the promenade that follow a wave of closures, which followed a prior slate of openings and reimaginings. To borrow a phrase from the …
Published 2026-05-26

Sweet Tomatoes' grand opening set in Fort Myers, Florida. What to know - The News-Press

Sweet Tomatoes' grand opening set in Fort Myers, Florida. What to know - The News-Press
Published 2026-05-26

Live roaches at Naples restaurant; 13 perfect, 18 fail - Naples Daily News

Live roaches at Naples restaurant; 13 perfect, 18 fail Naples Daily News
Published 2026-05-26

Something Good : Star Wars characters make surprise appearance at Tallahassee restaurant for literacy initiative

Something Good : Star Wars characters make surprise appearance at Tallahassee restaurant for literacy initiative
Published 2026-05-26

Around the Universe – Universal Orlando News Roundup for May 2026

The pool is open, the grill is seasoned, and we're already looking forward to Halloween and 2027! In this month's Around
Published 2026-05-26

Pura Vida Miami opens new health-focused cafe at Mosaic District - FFXnow

Pura Vida Miami opens new health-focused cafe at Mosaic District - FFXnow
Published 2026-05-26

Tampa Diner Closing Soon To Reopen As New Concept - Patch

Tampa Diner Closing Soon To Reopen As New Concept Patch

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