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Struggling Pizza Hut restaurant chain to be sold for $2.7B

June 16, 2026
Associated Press

The pizza chain owned by Louisville-based Yum Brands Inc.has struggled with outdated stores and growing competition.

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Mass Ave bakery and coffee shop to stay open as company seeks bankruptcy protection

June 5, 2026
Lesley WeidenbenerLesley Weidenbener

The Louisville-based owner told IBJ that for a “restructuring to work, we need all revenue centers to stay open and viable.”

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Milktooth to return after Arlene’s falters, restaurant says on social media

June 2, 2026 | Lesley WeidenbenerLesley Weidenbener

Celebrated chef Jonathan Brooks opened the meat-and-three-concept last month after closing Milktooth, an award-winning brunch spot.

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CAKE BAKE CARMEL

11 former Cake Bake Shop employees accuse company of improper wage practices in Florida

June 2, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

In lawsuits, former Cake Bake Shop employees say they were paid less than minimum wage for work and were charged for shoe purchases and uniform cleaning.

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Upland Brewing acquires Sangrita Grill & Cantina in Fishers

May 26, 2026 | Elissa Maudlin

The restaurant closed Monday to undergo changes and is expected to open again on Saturday.

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CHINA KING

Downtown restaurant China King to close after 34-year run

May 20, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

China King, an Asian restaurant that’s served downtown customers from a compact storefront since 1992, is planning to cease operations.

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New breakfast, brunch spot attracts outsized crowds

May 15, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

In seven weeks of doing business, The Besties’ Table breakfast and brunch restaurant has transformed an unremarkable intersection near the University of Indianapolis into a culinary hot spot.

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INDIANAPOLIS PIZZA FESTIVAL

Pizza festival organizer plans fresh start at new location

May 12, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The second Indianapolis Pizza Festival is scheduled for Oct. 17 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, coinciding with the World Food Championships.

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INDYS SANDWICH

New sandwich shop set to open in former Yolk space in Salesforce Tower

May 11, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Indy’s Best Sandwich Place is the first restaurant for a new enterprise that aspires to open up to 15 fast-casual eateries in central Indiana.

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North of 96 roundup: Taproom, Dairy Queen among north-side openings

May 7, 2026 | Elissa Maudlin

A Sun King taproom, a primary care center and a Dairy Queen are among new businesses that have recently opened or are set to open across the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a look at some of them:

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DoorDash plans to spend more than $50M on gas price relief for its drivers

May 7, 2026 | Associated Press

The company said it would offer extra compensation to U.S. and Canadian drivers as part of a temporary program to offset a sharp increase in gas prices due to the Iran war.

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GATHER 22

Workforce dining platform Fooda plans expansion to Indianapolis

May 6, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Chicago-based Fooda helps employers in 38 states connect with restaurants to provide meals in offices and other workplaces.

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Yemen introduced world to coffee. Now, its coffeehouse culture is booming in US.

May 3, 2026 | Associated Press

Yemeni coffeehouses are opening at a rapid pace across the United States, including in the Indianapolis area.

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Blake Shelton talks good times in Indy amid plans for Ole Red music bar downtown

April 30, 2026 | Mickey ShueyMickey Shuey

IBJ spent a few minutes with the country star and Colin Reed, executive chairman for Ryman Hospitality Properties, to discuss their recent bar and restaurant announcement and what in Indianapolis caught the company’s eye.

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Ole Red restaurant, entertainment venue planned for Meridian Street

April 29, 2026 | Mickey ShueyMickey Shuey

The project is a partnership between property owner Boxcar Development LLC — a firm controlled by the Herb Simon family — and Nashville-based Opry Entertainment Group.

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ROOT BONE EXTERIOR

Root & Bone restaurant announces plans to close

April 27, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The restaurant’s management shared the news on social media Monday.

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JOHNS FAMOUS STEW

John’s Famous Stew, one of the city’s oldest restaurants, offered for sale

April 24, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

John’s Famous Stew, a spicy meat-and-potatoes concept, has a history in Indianapolis dating to 1911.

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Cafe Patachou expands into neighboring states

April 10, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The first location outside of Indiana opened in November in Lexington, Kentucky, and two locations are scheduled to open in suburban Cincinnati later this year.

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Big Lug concept to take over Garfield Brewery location

April 8, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Sahm’s Hospitality Group plans to place a Big Lug restaurant and taproom in the former location of Garfield Brewery.

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Sheetz announces $1B plan to open 100 convenience stores in Indiana

April 8, 2026 | Mickey ShueyMickey Shuey

Sheetz, which has developed a fan base often referred to as “Sheetz Freakz,” said it plans to open its first Indiana locations next year in the greater Indianapolis area.

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FUTURE HABERDASHER

Franklin distillery owner views bigger location with full restaurant as tourist destination

April 7, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Haberdasher Artisan Distillery will take over the former location of Richard’s Brick Oven Pizza on South Main Street in Franklin.

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Starbucks dangles $1,200 bonuses for fast, friendly baristas

April 3, 2026 | Bloomberg News

Starbucks is looking for a jolt after slow service and a focus on to-go orders resulted in stagnant sales.

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