DaBaby has expanded into the food industry with the opening of his No Knife Chicken & Waffles restaurant, while also facing legal and financial challenges including a $1.76 million tax dispute with the IRS and a settled lawsuit over a fight at a bowling alley. He has also drawn public attention for his luxury real estate move, listing his North Carolina mansion for nearly $7 million, and for his high-profile appearances, including a viral news broadcast interruption and a chart-topping rap single. Meanwhile, he has been involved in a public exchange with critics over restaurant pricing, urging them to visit more affordable options like Waffle House.