
Food & Drink


Velvet Dog on Downtown's West Sixth Street Is Closing After 25 Years
The Warehouse District bar, which was a staple of its neighborhood since 1998, closes its doors on Feb. 1. By Dillon Stewart

Banter Gordon Square to Close Its Doors on Feb. 2
The Banter Van Aken District location will remain open with no changes. By Douglas Trattner

James Beard Names Four Cleveland Chefs Semifinalists in 2025 Awards
Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia, Allie La Valle and Jeremy Umansky of Larder Delicatessen and Bakery; and Douglas Katz of chef-partner of Zhug, Amba and Kiln. By Jaden Stambiolia

Good Pizza, YouTuber Charlie Anderson's East Fourth Pizzeria, Is Now Open: First Look
A pizza YouTuber since 2019, Charlie Anderson took over the former Citizen Pie Roman Café space on East Fourth Street, which closed in 2024 after four years. By Douglas Trattner

Kate's Fish Owner Tom McIntyre Is Opening Seafood Bar in Tremont
The owner of the West Side Market fish stall says the shop will be a "no frills," "blue collar" fish stop. By Douglas Trattner

Sofia's Kitchen & Bar Is Coming to the Former Salt Space in Lakewood
Immigrant Son owner Andrew Revy is opening what he calls "a corner bar meets bistro." By Douglas Trattner

These Cuyahoga Falls Speakeasy Cocktail Bars Offers Pretty Little Secrets
Fall down the rabbit hole on Front Street in Cuyahoga Falls, where cozy speakeasies are having a moment. By Allison Jack

Cleveland’s Best Dining Igloo Destinations: Restaurant Guide
Dine under the stars in heated igloos, enjoy handcrafted menus and experience the unique charm of Cleveland’s best winter outdoor dining. By Christina Rufo

Flower on Freeman Will Open in the Former Duck Island Club Space This Month: First Look
Melissa Cole, owner of Luxe Kitchen, is bringing glam to the Ohio City and Tremont neighborhoods. By Douglas Trattner

Foxy Grandma’s Pizza Brings Late-Night Pizza to Downtown Cleveland
The new pizza spot will temporarily offer curbside pick-up and delivery on Fridays and Saturdays until 4 a.m. By Douglas Trattner

Medina's 22 Best Restaurants: Dining Guide
Heading south on I-71 from Downtown can lead to a number of great dining options in Medina. By Christina Rufo

Beerhead Bar & Eatery in The Flats Has Closed
The bar, which was approaching 10 years, decided to forego renewing its lease for 2025. By Douglas Trattner