Restaurant Closings

Oak & Embers Tavern in Chesterland to Close

The longtime Chesterland barbecue restaurant will close after more than a decade, leaving the Hudson flagship as Oak & Embers Tavern’s sole location.

by Douglas Trattner

Barabicu Smokehouse in Parma to Close This Weekend After a Decade

But owner Danny Cassano intends to open in a new location later this year.

by Douglas Trattner

Cuisine of India Closes After 15 Years in Parma Heights

Owner Abhay Shah and family thanked loyal customers and staff as the Parma Heights restaurant closed its doors.

by Douglas Trattner

Tricky Tortoise Brewing Closes After Brief Run in Willoughby’s Historic Railcar Depot

Opened in spring 2024, the brewery was a labor of love for owner Bobby Ehasz, who renovated the century-old depot with hopes of creating something lasting.

by Douglas Trattner

Re:Bar to Close After Six Years of Food, Music and Community in the Gateway District

Re:Bar plans to go out the way it lived—filled with love, music, and community.

by Douglas Trattner

Twisted Taino in Parma to Close On March 30 After Four Years

A new concept, Hot Nachitas Taqueria, will open in its place on April 1.

by Douglas Trattner

Bar Louie Suddenly Closes Legacy Village and Crocker Park Locations

The Texas-based chain has also closed two locations in Michigan.

by Douglas Trattner

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

Melt Bar and Grilled Closes Its One Remaining Location

The beloved local restaurant, known for its grilled cheese sandwiches, has closed its flagship location in Lakewood. 

by Annie Nickoloff

Nighttown, a Historic Cleveland Heights Jazz Club and Restaurant, Will Close This Week

After reopening last year, the business will close its doors again at the end of this week. 

by Julia Lombardo