Denver-born Birdcall is courting Northeast Ohio franchisees and aims to open in Cleveland within about 12 months. Company materials map a multi-city Ohio plan while asking for franchise partners.

Barabicu Smokehouse will close after service on July 11 as owner Danny Cassano sells the building; he plans to reopen Barabicu at a new location later in 2026.

A new cafeteria-style spot in Austinburg serves Sokolowski’s-style pierogies, schnitzel and chicken paprikash.