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The Northeast Counties Farm Bureau serving Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull counties is excited to highlight one of our valued business members who plays an important role in supporting local agriculture and strengthening our rural communities. These spotlights are our way of recognizing the businesses that invest in Farm Bureau through Group Member sponsorships and help make a positive impact for agriculture across our communities.
This week’s Business Member Spotlight is…….
Located in Trumbull County, Cockeye BBQ opened in 2015 with the Creamery following in 2019. The Hoover family owns and operates the company which has grown to include Franky’s Pizza and Deli which opened in 2024, then adding a second Creamery location in Canfield in 2025. Cockeye BBQ is a chef-owned scratch kitchen restaurant that believes in real cooking by real people. The Creamery makes super premium ice cream by hand with flavors that are constantly changing.
Cockeye BBQ & Creamery is always focused on using fresh and local ingredients when they are in season. Both the restaurant and creamery feature new special flavors and options every week while constantly changing and sourcing locally whenever possible. In 2026, the Hoover family is planning on opening its fifth restaurant in Howland, Ohio.
Connect with Cockeye BBQ & Creamery
- Cockeye BBQ Website
- Cockeye Creamery Website
- Phone: 330-369-4227
- Hours of Operation: Wednesday through Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Find them on Social Media:
Thank you to Cockeye BBQ & Creamery for being trusted partners and for supporting the mission of Farm Bureau. We appreciate their investment in agriculture and encourage our members to learn more about their services.
Interested in becoming a Farm Bureau Business member? Contact our office at 440.426.2195 or email our director at [email protected] to learn how your business can become a Group Member
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