Cleveland-born Good Night John Boy is getting national attention after USA TODAY named the brand to its 2026 best-bars list.

A CentroVilla25 Puerto Rican food stall has expanded into a full-service restaurant in Cleveland’s Gordon Square.

The Fruit Stand opens Aug. 1 at 437 W. Bagley Road in Berea, offering made‑to‑order bowls and free bowls for the first 50 customers.

Naf Naf has opened at 184 Euclid Avenue on Public Square, adding build‑your‑own pitas, rice bowls and meat‑and‑rice trays to downtown Cleveland's lunch lineup.

Colossal Cupcakes will close its North Olmsted shop on July 26, ending the brand’s last retail presence after more than a decade. The move follows the 2020 damage to its downtown storefront.

A planned Urban Meyer’s Pint House at 811 Huron Road will not open, leaving a prime Gateway District restaurant space vacant.

An Ohio study finds GLP-1 drugs are changing dining choices — fewer desserts, more shareable plates and smaller portions at restaurants.

Oak & Embers will close its Chesterland restaurant after Wednesday, shrinking the operation to a single Hudson outpost. Owners thanked regulars and staff in a short farewell.

Jeremy and Allie Umansky are opening Larder Supply, a compact chef‑led shop in Hingetown offering pro tools, classes and knife‑sharpening. The space opens Tuesday at noon.

A DQ Grill & Chill is coming to 587 E. Main St. in Canfield this August; the S. Broad Street shop will close Wednesday night. Expanded seating and a dual drive‑thru are part of the plan.

Panera will cap its Sip Club at 30 self-serve drinks per month starting Aug. 19 while keeping the subscription price the same.

A zero‑waste bulk market and community classroom called The Pantry on Third is coming to Fairport Harbor's Third Street, offering refills and sustainability workshops.

Tipsy Tommy's opens today in Garfield Heights with live music, food and a dunk tank featuring Mayor Matt Burke.