The W Sports Bar will close its Detroit‑Shoreway outpost on May 3; owners say they’re exploring a downtown relocation near Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Downtown construction and rising costs have pushed Akron’s Lockview to crowdsource funds as unpaid taxes threaten its liquor license.

Andio Sisters plans a permanent storefront at 150 W. Liberty St. in downtown Wooster. Chef Gina Bertelli will wind down regular Local Roots lunches on May 11 while the space is prepped.

Bar Fuoco reopens Thursday in Chagrin Falls with an Amalfi Coast–inspired, wood‑fired menu and seaside cocktails.

Mount Granita reopens May 1 in Little Italy with $1 scoops, new seasonal flavors and regular summer hours.

A new roastery‑café opened Monday on Lake Road in Avon Lake, promising on‑site roasted beans, matcha, boba and farm‑to‑table breakfast items.

City officials joined the new owner, Rob Fassenfeld, at a downtown McDonald's grand re-opening that the city shared in photos. The event signals another small vote of confidence for the central business district.

Crooked River Wine and Cleveland Jam are converting a 2,700 sq ft Brunswick building into a tasting room, bistro and production facility with jams and events.

Delight on Broadway will bring New York‑style bagels to South Broadway in Salem with toasted‑then‑steamed sandwich builds and special‑diet options, aiming for late May.

EDWINS is converting two Cedar Road storefronts into a teaching kitchen and a 24-seat oyster bar, boosting hands-on training and dining in Cleveland Heights.

Lake Erie Scoops in Gordon Square will close on or around April 30, owner Jennifer Taggart announced. Taggart says she needs time to rest and hopes some baked goods will appear at neighborhood shops.

Dave's Hot Chicken arrives at Summit Mall this Friday, April 17, opening a late-night spot at 3265 W. Market St. with tenders, sliders and classic sides.

A double‑lane 7 Brew opened Monday on Center Road, promising fast service and a $2,000 donation to a local animal rescue.