The Wire

News and dispatches from the world of all-you-can-eat dining.


October 1, 2026

Pizza Ranch Closes in Dilworth MN and Says It Plans to Relocate

The existing restaurant has permanently closed; a new address and reopening date have not been announced.

Dilworth’s Pizza Ranch has closed its current restaurant, with the operator saying it intends to relocate as soon as possible. A replacement site remains unconfirmed, and diners are being directed to the Fargo restaurant.

October 1, 2026

Sea Story Sushi Opens in Clarksville TN With AYCE Sushi Ramen and Hibachi

The Lowes Drive restaurant followed its August soft opening with a September 12 grand opening.

Sea Story Sushi’s Clarksville menu puts nigiri, rolls, ramen, tempura and hibachi into the same AYCE meal. The restaurant opened softly August 29 and celebrated its grand opening September 12, with walk-in service and timed ordering rounds.

October 1, 2026

Tableside Grease Fire Interrupts KPOT Service in Rockville MD

Fire officials trace the blaze to dining-area exhaust ductwork and estimate damage above $500,000.

A grease fire at a tableside cooking station interrupted KPOT service in Rockville/North Bethesda on September 30. Fire officials say flames spread through exhaust ductwork to the second floor, causing more than $500,000 in damage.

October 1, 2026

Chubby Group Plans Nine New Restaurants Across the Bay Area CA

Wagyu Factory leads an expansion that also includes tabletop barbecue, skewers and beef tongue.

Chubby Group is planning nine Bay Area restaurants across five brands, from Wagyu Factory on the Peninsula to Chubby Skewers in Fremont. The expansion adds more ways to grill, simmer and order Japanese beef.

October 1, 2026

Legasea in New York NY Serves Unlimited Ribeye and Fries for $55 Daily

The Moxy Times Square restaurant serves the meal family style and offers $6 beer or rosé with purchase.

Ribeye and fries both come with refills at Legasea Bar & Grill in New York. The $55 meal is available daily at Moxy Times Square, with family-style service and optional $6 beer or rosé.

October 1, 2026

California’s John’s Incredible Pizza Promotes $9.99 Buffet and Drinks Coupon Through November 9

The advertised offer applies to lunch or dinner, any day of the week.

John’s Incredible Pizza is advertising an any-day $9.99 buffet-and-drinks coupon through November 9. Matching restaurant posts and the company’s website promote the meal offer, with guests directed to claim the coupon online.

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