This Week in Cleveland Food News: Boom's Pizza Opens Soon at Van Aken and More

Boom’s Pizza 14370 Detroit Ave., Lakewood Partners Ben Bebenbroth formerly of Spice and Jonathan Bennett of Moxie and Red started hosting “doughball Fridays” at Keep the Change Kitchen Collective, the now-closed virtual food hall from Spice Hospitality Group, during the pandemic. The pizza became so popular that they decided to open a brick and mortar space which opened in Lakewood in January as Boom’s Pizza. The Neapolitan-style pizza shop has quickly become one of the most popular eateries in town, and for good reason. It’s phenomenal, and even won Scene’s Best Of New Restaurant category in 2023. They’ll soon add a second location and take over the vacated Michael’s Genuine space in the Van Aken District. Credit: Agape Photography

– Boom’s Pizza made quick fans on the west side after opening in Lakewood. Now, with a new spot in Shaker Heights at Van Aken, the east side will get to see what all the fuss is about.
– Forget what the headline says, as it was written a little bit ago but: Tricky Tortoise Brewing is now open in Willoughby.
– Everyone’s a fan of Old Brooklyn Mustard, including Michael Symon. Thanks to a new partnership between the two, the brand will get a new name and a big boost.
– Honest, the Indian chain with a 100% vegetarian menu, gives a bountiful tour of the country’s diverse regional offerings.
– Listening bars are all the rage in cities like New York. Cleveland’s about to get one of it’s own in West Park when Bad Medicine opens its doors this summer.
– Bistro on the Falls in Olmsted Falls has permanently closed.
– And finally, Best of Cleveland 2024 winners have been announced. Check out all the food and drink champions here.
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This article appears in Best of Cleveland 2024.