AsiaTown Archives

New Apartments and Library Planned for Former Dave’s Market Site in Asiatown

The Mingyue project “allows us to reach two very important goals for our community: attract residents and bring amenities to the residents already here,” said MidTown executive director Ashley Shaw.

by Mark Oprea May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Cleveland News

$3 Million Transformative Arts Fund Spreads Art Across Cleveland

At a time when arts funding is being gutted by the Trump administration at the federal level, Cleveland is making an investment in individual artists and creative placemaking – and they’re doing it using federal ARPA dollars.

by Lee Chilcote October 21, 2025October 23, 2025

Food & Drink

Mango Mango Dessert Shop in Asiatown Has Closed

The Hong Kong-style dessert shop opened in 2022

by Douglas Trattner September 2, 2025September 9, 2025

Food & Drink

Yi Er Chuan Brings Malatang Hot Pot to Asiatown

Not to be confused with typical hot pot, where diners cook at the table, malatang cooking is all done in the kitchen

by Douglas Trattner May 16, 2024July 19, 2025

Food & Drink

First Look: YYTime, a New Food Hall, Opening in Asiatown in Late-February

Sheng Long Yu’s new project will feature Dagu Rice Noodle, a yakitori station, bubble tea and more

by Douglas Trattner February 19, 2024August 7, 2025

News & Views

Bibb Announces Ten Winners of $5,000 Restaurant Grants to Improve Worker Pay

The campaign, launched with One Fair Wage, aims to incentive fair pay for hospitality workers

by Mark Oprea October 19, 2023December 24, 2024

News & Views

With Efforts to Make Asiatown More Visible, What’s the Right Way Forward? And Whose Voice Will Come Through?

From plans for a Chinatown gate to digital marketing, businesses and residents new and old, the culturally diverse neighborhood is looking to showcase its place in Cleveland

by Mark Oprea July 12, 2023July 24, 2025