New Jersey’s Pink Pistachio opens its first Columbus outpost in Grandview Heights at 1072 Dublin Road with an all-day menu and a 3 p.m. grand opening. The cafe brings specialty coffee, pastries and dinner plates to the neighborhood.

Powell’s new Lani Rooftop Lounge has opened above COhatch Powell, offering tropical‑leaning cocktails, globally inspired small plates and panoramic downtown views.

Short North biryani shop CoccoKay Bites is opening a larger second location at 170 W Olentangy Street in Powell, promising seating and the same menu favorites.

Maison Skalli is moving from Dublin to the Short North, bringing its French‑Moroccan pastries and brunch plates to High Street. The family‑run bakery says the new outpost will mirror the original’s from‑scratch menu.

Briella’s hot dog cart is moving into a downtown Cedarville storefront this summer, with owners aiming for a July or August opening. The team is still lining up funding to finish the build-out.

Ramyun EZ, from the owner of Don Pocha, is taking over the former Tea Zone in Olentangy Plaza. The DIY ramen shop will let customers pick packets and cook at on-site stations; opening date is TBD.

The Wendy’s at 2626 Bethel Road in northwest Columbus closed as part of Wendy’s Project Fresh shakeup, one of several Ohio locations the chain has trimmed. The move is part of a nationwide plan to retool or shutter underperforming restaurants.

Louisville's Biscuit Belly is taking over the former Hot Chicken Takeover space in Grandview Heights, permits are on file and the chain is already hiring.

A mother-and-daughter team is staging Dragonfly Coffee, a new trailer at 48000 US‑36 in Coshocton. The truck will serve coffee, matcha and refreshers; no opening date yet.

Wolf's Ridge Brewing will reopen the Worthington Inn in April, reviving the historic dining room with seasonal tavern fare and its craft‑beer program. The project aims to restore the inn as a neighborhood gathering place.

Iron Grill's Clintonville location on North High Street has closed after more than a decade. Local outlets report the shutdown and neighborhood impact.

Draft Day, the sports bar at 1130 Dublin Road near Grandview, has closed less than a year after opening. Local reporting says the property is now listed for $2M.

Dayton’s Chilli’s Wings & Fish is opening a third location at 3015 Dixie Highway in Hamilton, aiming for a June–July debut with wings, fried fish and group combos.