DINING
American
100th Bomb Group Restaurant
20000 Brookpark Road • Cleveland, OH 44135
Located at Hopkins Airport
216-267-1010
Featuring a WW II English farmhouse atmosphere and views of the Hopkins Airport runways, this theme restaurant specializes in fresh fish and hand cut beef plus serves chicken, seafood, drinks with unique names, and appetizers on their menu. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for brunch only. mapAcademy Tavern
12800 Larchmere Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44120
216-229-1171
Established in 1939, this warm and inviting restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and serves menu items such as seafood, steaks, burgers, Italian specials, and a variety of deli sandwiches. mapFire
13220 Shaker Square • Cleveland, OH 44120
Located in Historic Shaker Square
216-921-3473
Minutes from University hospitals, the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Playhouse and the museums of University Circle, Fire is open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner and on Sunday for brunch. Fire's décor combines the historic charm of the 1915 space with modern style. Fire strives to offer perfectly prepared food and drink at reasonable prices, prepared using only the best seasonal produce and finest meats, fish and specialty goods available, in an exciting atmosphere. more... mapHard Rock Cafe
230 West Huron Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Tower City
216-830-7625
Classic and contemporary American cuisine is served at this well known restaurant and cafe that is filled with an extensive collection of rock 'n' roll memorabilia. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapHometown Buffet
10756 Lorain Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in the Westown Square Shopping Center
216-251-9013
This restaurant specializes in traditional, home style family favorites, specialty desserts, hot bread pudding, fresh soups and salads, and delicious desserts, all served in a friendly, family oriented atmosphere. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapHoulihan's
230 Huron Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Tower City
216-830-9090
A popular national restaurant that serves a wide variety of traditional and unique American cuisine, as well as 23 excellent wines by the glass, all in a relaxed atmosphere. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapPickwick & Frolic
2035 East Fourth Street • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located in the Historic Gateway Neighborhood
216-781-7733
A unique dining and entertainment venue that features a 185 seat restaurant serving rustic American cuisine, as well as a 425 seat theatre that provides the best in live standup comedy and is home to the Hilarities 4th Street Theatre. A 125 seat cabaret space and a martini bar are also on site. The restaurant is open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining plus serves breakfast Monday through Friday. more... mapShooters on the Water
1148 Main Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in The Flats
216-861-6900
A wide selection of American cuisine is served in three spacious dining rooms, an outdoor patio, and six bars at this fun restaurant that is open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining and has items such as pastas, seafood, chicken, salads, sandwiches, soup, and Black Angus Beef on their menu. mapT.G.I. Fridays
30115 Detroit Road • Cleveland, OH 44145
Located in Westlake
440-899-8443
This well known restaurant serves salads, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, soups, ribs, steak, chicken, and desserts in a relaxed, casual atmosphere daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapWinking Lizard - Gateway
811 Huron Road Southeast • Cleveland, OH 44115
216-589-0313
Famous for their wings and ribs, this casual dining restaurant serves a full American style menu plus offers the best beer program in the nation. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... map
Brew Pubs
Great Lakes Brewing Company
2516 Market Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-771-4404
Enjoy a wide selection of fine, award-winning lagers and ales that are brewed on the premises at this brew pub that also serves a varied selection of fine foods such as soups, sandwiches, appetizers, pub style entrees, desserts, and specialty pub-pizzas. A gift shop is on site and brewery tours are available. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. Reservations are recommended. more... mapHouse of Brews
1087 Old River Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-623-2739
Specializing in American comfort food and freshly brewed, in-house handcrafted beers, this brew pub is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers private dining rooms for groups up to 100 people. mapRock Bottom Brewery & Restaurant
2000 Sycamore Lane • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-623-1555
This brew pub offers a unique menu of regional American fare complemented by handcrafted beers and features live weekend entertainment, a billiards room, and a riverfront patio for dining and relaxing during the summer months. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... map
Cafes
Lucky's Cafe
777 Starkweather Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Tremont
216-622-7773
Lucky's Cafe is well-known for its brunch. Lucky's Cafe also offers breakfast, lunch, pastries, and coffee. more... map
Contemporary
Flying Fig
2523 Market Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-241-4243
Owned and operated by Chef Karen Small, this unique, elegantly designed restaurant offers a wide array of contemporary, eclectic, seasonal and global cuisine, complemented with a fine list of wines. The Flying Fig is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday. more... mapGreenhouse Tavern, The
2038 East Fourth Street • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located in Downtown Cleveland
216-393-4302
Opening Winter 2008, The Greenhouse Tavern will be open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. more... mapLevy Restaurant at The Terrace Club
2401 Ontario Street • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located at Jacobs Field
216-420-4700
Open for lunch year round, this contemporary American restaurant features an a la carte menu of innovative American cuisine that utilizes the flavors indigenous to the Great Lakes area. Signature dishes such as Rosemary Studded Prime Rib and Homemade Banana Cream Pie are also on the menu. more... mapLuxe Kitchen & Lounge
6605 Detroit Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44102
Located in the Revitalized Detroit Shoreway Area
216-920-0600
Luxe creates a cool marriage of vintage and modern. The glass-fronted open kitchen looks through an exposed brick archway into the 60 seat main dining area. The bar is a 1930's art deco fixture. The menu features a great selection of small plates to be shared, salads, pasta, sandwiches, pizza pies, large plates, and sides. The menu is complemented by a variety of signature cocktails, beer, and wine. more... mapSeverance Restaurant, The
11001 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
Located in Severance Hall
216-231-7373
Overlooking the Wade Lagoon and the Fine Arts Garden, this fine dining restaurant is open prior to all Cleveland Orchestra events and serves contemporary global cuisine with an eclectic blend of multicultural influences, complemented by a vast selection of fine wines. Reservations are preferred. mapStar at Playhouse Square
1515 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located in the Heart of Playhouse Square
216-621-8777
Nightly entertainment is provided by the servers at this unique restaurant that features a beautiful Tuscan style dining room and is known as the most entertaining restaurant in Cleveland. A wide array of contemporary American cuisine is on the menu and reservations are required. They are open on Monday for lunch only and open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. more... mapWatermark Restaurant
1250 Old River Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in The Flats
216-241-1600
Several different menus which change seasonally, as well as daily specials, are served at this restaurant that offers an array of contemporary American dishes in a colorful riverfront patio setting, complemented by an award-winning wine list. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended. map
Continental
Johnny's on Fulton
3164 Fulton Road • Cleveland, OH 44109
Located in Ohio City
216-281-0055
Housed in a 1917 building and filled with Art Deco style ambiance, this restaurant specializes in delicious, mouthwatering continental and Northern Italian cuisine. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. mapThat Place on Bellflower
11401 Bellflower Road • Cleveland, OH 44143
Located in University Circle
216-231-4469
This restaurant is housed in a turn-of-the-century carriage house and includes six beautiful rooms that display an eclectic blend of contemporary art and Victorian architecture. Whether dining outdoors on the patio in the summer or by the fire in the main dining room during winter, patrons of this restaurant will enjoy the varied and sophisticated menu of continental fare, complemented by an extensive wine list. map
Creole & Cajun
Fat Fish Blue
21 Prospect Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44115
216-875-6000
Shake your blues at this Cajun restaurant that serves Louisiana Creole cuisine such as catfish, cornbread, Jambalaya, soft shelled crab, and pecan pie in a fun and casual atmosphere. Live entertainment from blues legends and veterans is provided six days a week and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapRedfish Cajun Grill & Bar
2217 East Ninth Street • Cleveland, OH 44145
216-566-8115
Specializing in made-from-scratch Cajun and Creole cuisine, this grill and bar is open nightly for dinner and serves Cajun favorites and American classics such as jambalaya, fresh fish, etouffees, steaks, chops, and Southern fried chicken. map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Einstein Brothers Bagels
11316 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-2117
Enjoy fresh baked bagels, sweets, sandwiches, soups, salads, and gourmet coffee daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at this local favorite. more... mapNew Yorker Deli
1810 East 12th Street • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-696-4256
This casual eating establishment prides itself on good, wholesome, quality food at reasonable prices. Creating sandwiches "New York" style and serving food "made-to-order" is their stock in trade. This is one of Cleveland's oldest and best-kept secrets. For a great meal at a reasonable price they can not be beat. mapPanera Bread Company
230 Huron Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located at The Avenue at Tower City Center
330-856-3176
Known for having the finest sourdough bread in the nation, this popular eatery serves delicious sandwiches, soups, salads, breads, bagels, pastries, and much more. They are open daily for lunch and dinner plus serve breakfast Monday through Saturday. more... mapSportsman Restaurant & Deli
101 Saint Claire Avenue Northeast • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-861-5168
Established in 1947, this restaurant and deli is the longest running, family owned eatery in downtown Cleveland. They specialize in New York deli style sandwiches and corned beef sandwiches plus they serve a wide variety of other deli items and wonderful side dishes. They are open Monday through Friday for breakfast and lunch only; closed on Saturdays and Sundays. map
Diners
Harley Diner
23105 Aurora Road • Cleveland, OH 44146
440-439-5300
Centered around a museum of rock-n-roll memorabilia, this casual dining diner offers a traditional diner style menu that includes stacked deli sandwiches and sirloin burgers. They are open daily for lunch and early dinner. map
Eclectic
Kosta's
2179 West Eleventh Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in the Tremont Area
216-622-0011
This upscale, innovative restaurant was recognized early on as one of the nation's best new restaurants features a full menu of eclectic cuisine by nationally acclaimed chef, Brandt Evans. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. mapMojo Cafe
2221 Professor Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Tremont Area
216-592-6656
The optimum in eclectic cuisine is featured at this trendy restaurant that has a wide selection of Asian, Latin, and Mediterranean influenced dishes on the menu. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays and Mondays. map
Fusion
Light Bistro
2801 Bridge Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Historic Ohio City
216-771-7130
Calling his style "progressive American,” Light Bistro's Chef Matthew Mathlage features 20 small plates, 10 to 12 traditional large plates, and two special small-plate tasting menus that come complete with "infusions of Eurasian, French, and Italian cuisine as well as representational dishes from the Carolinas, low country Louisiana, the southwest, everything modified to reflect decidedly Midwest flavors." more... map
German
Frank Sterle's Slovenian Country House
1401 East Fifty-Fifth Street • Cleveland, OH 44103
216-881-4181
Boasting the "best weiner schnitzel" in town, this restaurant serves an array of German, Slovenian, and central European cuisine in an old-world setting. Live entertainment is provided Friday and Saturday evenings. They are open on Monday for lunch only and open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner.
Greek
Greek Isles Restaurant
500 West Saint Clair • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-861-1919
Voted the best authentic Greek restaurant by Esiator, the National Magazine of the Greek-American Food Industry, this restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers the very best in Greek cuisine. Private dining for groups is available. map
Italian
Battuto
12405 Mayfield Road • Cleveland, OH 44106
Located in Little Italy
216-707-1055
An upscale Italian restaurant that specializes in homemade pastas, sauces, and desserts and features a menu that changes daily. Favorites on the menu include Pasta e Fagioli, Pan Seared Sea Scallops, and Veal Scaloppini. They are open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays and Mondays. Reservations are recommended. mapCirco Zibibbo
1300 West Ninth Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-575-0699
Specializing in contemporary Italian cuisine, this restaurant serves traditional dishes that are accented with a modern twist in a breathtaking cosmopolitan atmosphere. A spacious and sophisticated bar is also on site. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. Reservations are recommended. mapFrank & Paulys
200 Public Square • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-579-9999
Authentic Italian food served in huge family style portions is what this restaurant does best. The restaurant was voted the best Cleveland Italian restaurant in 1999 and is open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapGuarino's Restaurant
12309 Mayfield Road • Cleveland, OH 44106
Located in Little Italy
216-231-3100
Established in 1918, this is Cleveland's oldest Italian restaurant with traditional Southern Italian fare such as veal, chicken, fish, and pastas. Private dining in elegant Victorian parlors is available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapMetropolitan Cafe
1352 West Sixth Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in the Downtown Warehouse District
216-241-1300
Take in great views of the city while at this restaurant that features enormous windows and romantic lighting in the dining room and serves a creative, upscale, and progressive menu of Italian fare. Specialties such as wood-grilled seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes are complemented by a selection of sauces. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. more... mapNick & Tony's Italian Chop House
1900 East Ninth Street • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located in National City Center
216-615-7000
A classic Italian chophouse, this restaurant serves oversized portions of pasta, as well as steaks and chops. Outdoor dining during the summer is available. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. mapPanini's Bar and Grill
840 Huron Road • Cleveland, OH 44143
216-522-1510
Known for their overstuffed sandwiches and giant slices of pizza, this restaurant also has a full service liquor bar and features big screen TVs, live music and dancing, and happy hour specials. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapPorcelli's Ristorante
12022 Mayfield Road • Cleveland, OH 44106
Located in Little Italy
216-791-9900
Open nightly for dinner, this restaurant serves exquisite, classic Northern Italian cuisine by candlelight in a serene atmosphere. An extensive wine list and fabulous desserts are also available. mapSpaghetti Warehouse
1231 Main Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44145
216-621-9420
Old world Italian traditions are combined with American abundance at this restaurant which specializes in hearty, made-from-scratch dishes served in a fun and friendly atmosphere. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapTrattoria Roman Garden
12207 Mayfield Road • Cleveland, OH 44106
Located in Little Italy
216-421-2700
Sophisticated dishes of homemade Northern and Southern Italian dishes are served at this restaurant that also offers a wide variety of wines to complement your meal. Outdoor dining is also available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended. map
Mexican & Southwestern
Pizza
Dewey's Pizza
2194 Lee Road • Cleveland, OH 44118
Located in Cleveland Heights
216-321-7355
Dewey's offers a menu of salads, a calzone with your choice of ingredients, create your own pizza options, and their specialty pizzas. more... mapRascal House Pizza
2064 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located in Downtown Cleveland
216-781-0904
Voted Cleveland's best pizza, this pizzeria specializes in mouthwatering pan pizzas plus offers deli party trays, free delivery to hotels, and a party room for 20 to 300 people. They are open Monday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night dining; also open on Sunday for lunch and dinner. more... mapSirius Pizza
15115 Puritas Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44135
216-676-0535
Sirius Pizza is a family run business that specializes in specialty pizzas, sub sandwiches, salads and grinders. more... mapVincenza's Pizza & Pasta
603 Prospect Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44115
216-241-8115
This trendy Italian eatery offers a wide range of pizza and pasta dishes in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and early dinner; closed on Saturday and Sunday. map
Regional Cuisine
Sweetwater's Cafe Sausalito
1301 East Ninth Street • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located at The Galleria at Erieview
216-696-2233
An excellent choice for patrons who want something a little different, this unique restaurant serves fine regional coastal cuisine in an eclectic atmosphere. A lively piano bar is also on site and dinner-theatre packages are available. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. map
Spanish
Mallorca Restaurant
1390 West Ninth Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-687-9494
Winner of a Silver Spoon Award, this restaurant specializes in Spanish and Portuguese continental cuisine that is created from original recipes. An abundance of steaks, seafood, and poultry are on the menu. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... map
Sports Bars & Pubs
Buffalo Wild Wings Bar and Grill
1313 Old River Road • Cleveland, OH 44143
216-781-9464
A New York style wing joint and sports bar that is known for their buffalo wings in 12 signature sauces plus serves a full menu of American style dishes such as salads, appetizers, and burgers, all served in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapEdison's Pub
2373 Professor Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-522-0006
A cozy, European style, neighborhood pub that has an Old World atmosphere and serves over 100 varieties of imported beers. Pool tables, traditional pub fare, and a summer patio add to the ambiance. They are open nightly for dinner and late night dining. mapFado Irish Pub
1058 Old River Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-771-0066
Featuring an atmosphere that is a blend of Old World Irish pubs and the contemporary pubs you might find in Ireland today, this Irish pub offers an array of traditional pub fare, beers, ales, and lagers daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. mapFlannery's Pub
323 Prospect Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-781-7782
Set in an atmosphere of casual Victorian comfort, this authentic Irish pub offers a wide variety of ales, lagers, and beers, plus serves a traditional pub menu that includes appetizers, seafood, sandwiches, soups, meatloaf, stew, chicken, fish and chips, shepherd's pie, pasta dishes, steaks, and mouthwatering desserts. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapGrill at Gridiron Square, The
1085 West Third Street • Cleveland, OH 44143
Located at Cleveland Browns Stadium
440-824-3500
Enjoy casual dining at this upscale sports bar that serves a full American style menu and offers special events and activities for Cleveland Browns fans including appearances by coaches, as well as current and former players. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch only; closed on Sundays and Mondays. more... mapHunt Club Sports Bar, The
1700 East Twelfth Street • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located in Downtown Cleveland
216-363-3997
A premier location for spectator sports or just checking out the spectators, this sports bar features a wonderful, classic American menu, as well as televisions spread throughout to offer entertainment galore. They are open daily for lunch only. map
Seafood
Blue Point Grille
700 West St. Clair Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-875-7827
Fabulous architecture and atmosphere add to the dining experience at this premier seafood restaurant that serves a wide array of gourmet seafood dishes. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. mapDon's Lighthouse Grille
8905 Lake Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44102
216-961-6700
Top quality, fresh seafood is the specialty at this restaurant that also serves beef, signature salads, and pastas. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. more... mapHornblower's Barge & Grill
1151 North Marginal Road • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located at the North Coast Harbor
216-363-1151
Overlooking Lake Erie, this restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers the most spectacular skyline and lake views in Cleveland. A wide range of fresh seafood is on the menu, as well as steaks and pasta dishes. mapJoe's Crab Shack
1250 Old River Road • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-241-1600
Enjoy great tasting seafood, and, of course, lots of crab, at this fun filled, casual restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers outdoor patio dining. more... mapLancer, The
7707 Carnegie Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44103
216-881-0080
Enjoy live entertainment and tasty seafood at this Cleveland mainstay that also is known for their delicious steaks. They are open nightly for dinner and late night dining plus serve lunch Monday through Saturday. map
Supper Clubs
Touch Supper Club
2710 Lorain Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Ohio City
216-631-5200
This full service, 58 seat restaurant features an illuminated bar that offers an extensive wine, beer, and spirits selection, as well as private dining areas and a downstairs lounge that features an eclectic entertainment lineup. Dance lessons with trained instructors are available. more... map
Steaks & Chops
Cleveland Chophouse & Brewery
824 West Saint Clair Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Clair Center
216-623-0909
Recapturing the casual elegance of the 1940s, this steakhouse and brewery is known for their delicious white cheddar mashed potatoes and serves a full menu of delicious steaks, chops, and veal, all complemented by a great selection of handcrafted beers. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapFerris Steak House
2120 East Fourth Street • Cleveland, OH 44115
216-621-8887
Established in 1940, this Chicago tradition serves the finest steaks and chops in Cleveland in an upscale, yet casual setting. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; open on Sundays for events only. mapHyde Park Grille
123 Prospect Avenue West • Cleveland, OH 44115
216-344-2444
Generous portions of prime charbroiled steaks, chops, and fresh seafood are served at this upscale steakhouse that has a distinct New York style atmosphere. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... mapJohn Q's Steakhouse
55 Public Square • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-861-0900
Great steakhouse that also offers an array of fresh seafood on the menu. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. more... mapMorton's of Chicago
1600 West Second Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located at The Avenue at Tower City Center
216-621-6200
World renowned, upscale steakhouse that serves the finest steaks, fresh seafood, and shellfish in an intimate, convivial atmosphere. They are open nightly for dinner. more... map
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