The Wire

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

October 1, 2026

TG Steakhouse Restores Midweek Lunch in Richardson TX and Plans Denton TX Expansion

Wednesday and Thursday lunch returns with advertised prices starting at $28.

TG Steakhouse is bringing Wednesday and Thursday lunch back to Richardson while promoting a forthcoming Denton restaurant. The Brazilian steakhouse advertises lunch starting at $28; the new location remains a coming-soon project.

September 30, 2026

Rodizio Grill’s Bacon Fest Returns October 1

Bacon dishes join the unlimited dinner menu through November 15, without an added charge.

Rodizio Grill’s fall promotion adds bacon-wrapped meats, pork belly and bacon-filled salads and sides to its regular unlimited dinner service. The advertised run extends from October 1 through November 15, with local Full Rodizio pricing still applying.

September 30, 2026

Red Lobster Closes in Sandusky, OH, After Four Decades

The Milan Road shutdown follows another year of contraction for the national seafood chain.

Sandusky’s Red Lobster closure comes as the seafood chain continues reducing its U.S. footprint after restructuring. The local restaurant occupied a reused building, while the surviving chain has brought limited-time Endless Shrimp back into its promotional calendar.

September 30, 2026

Lynnwood, WA, Buffet Project Shows Permit Progress Under Coastbay Name

The former nursery and Homage property has documented buildout permits, but no confirmed opening date.

The large restaurant conversion known as Ascend Buffet has a Coastbay Buffet name in Lynnwood permit records. Mechanical and sprinkler approvals document progress, while residents report visible site work. An opening date and final construction stage remain unconfirmed.

September 30, 2026

El Tesoro Adds a Sunday Mexican Brunch Buffet in Atlanta, GA

The South Downtown restaurant offers a recurring $36 buffet with nonalcoholic drinks included.

El Tesoro’s newest Atlanta restaurant has added a weekly Mexican brunch buffet. Chilaquiles, mole enchiladas and a taco bar lead the reported selections, while the fixed price includes nonalcoholic drinks and replaces regular menu service during brunch.

September 30, 2026

Arashi and Izumi Add Two AYCE Sushi Restaurants in Pensacola, FL

September and August arrivals bring separate operators, different spaces and sushi beyond the à la carte menu.

Arashi’s September arrival follows Izumi’s August opening in Pensacola. Both offer unlimited sushi and cooked Japanese dishes, with Izumi reusing the former Walk-On’s space and Arashi showing a documented management connection to Crestview.