Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Cleveland

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Doc's On Harvard

5.0

5 (16)

$31 to $50

American

Shaker Heights

About the restaurant

Doc's On Harvard is the place for connection where hospitality meets great, Chef inspired cuisine. A local neighborhood gem within the historically rich, black neighborhood of Lee-Harvard is known for. Come dine with us and indulge the experience.

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DanaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

A hidden gem! Everything was perfect. The Chop was hands down the best that I’ve ever had. The rolls were a delicious appetizers. And the decor, attention to detail, and amazing service. And to hear about the history of the building qnd family legacy was a bonus. We will definitely be back.

SASA

4.9

4.9 (945)

$30 and under

Sushi

Shaker Heights

About the restaurant

Located at historic Shaker Square, SASA is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant. SASA's menu reflects global inspiration while maintaining the tradition and beauty of Japanese cooking. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, an extensive sake list, and craft beers on tap. Whether a night out with friends, dinner with family, or a business dinner, SASA will create a memorable evening.

SASA has a REME HALO® indoor air purification system that uses U.V. filtration & hydro-peroxide plasma to inactivate bacteria & viruses to make our indoor dining room safer than ever.

We welcome you to SASA!

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MoniqueVIP

Dined on Apr 28, 2025

It was my son’s birthday and we have been here before, but knew we had to go back. The sushi is superb and they always treat you so well. He was one of 3 birthdays in the room so it was the fun room, and fun we certainly had (:

Johnny's Bar

4.9

4.9 (853)

$50 and over

Italian

Cleveland West

About the restaurant

The original Johnny's serving fine Northern Italian Cusine. Opening in the 1920’s as Louise’s Garden, a restaurant that would flourish into the most reputable dining establishment in Cleveland. Renamed Johnny’s Bar in 1952, this neighborhood eatery located on Fulton Road serves authentic Italian food in an inviting atmosphere with private dining and patio dining available weather permitting.

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Alecia

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely always have a wonderful time here when we come. Food is fantastic and staff are always welcoming.

Nano Brew

4.7

4.7 (219)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Ohio City

About the restaurant

Nano Brew Cleveland is a friendly neighborhood brewpub with 24 beers on draft both at the inside bar and at the lively outdoor Beer Garden Bar. Enjoy a freshly brewed beer from our 1 barrel brewhouse or any of the other local craft breweries we feature on draft. Brewmaster Andy Tveekrem brings over two decades of award-winning brewing experience to this small but mighty brewhouse to turn out adventurous and at times experimental brews. From one of a kind brews to recipes that might make it to full scale production at our Market Garden Brewery just down the block, the lineup of beers will change weekly.

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Daniel

Dined 2 days ago

We had reservations, but due to people lingering (Mother's Day), they sat us outside where it was a little chilly. Our server warned us that the kitchen was backed up and it could be a long wait. He bought us a drink and apologized. We had our food within a half hour, so that was not bad at all. The burgers were delicious! Stopped at Mitchell's next door for ice cream, so all in all, a fun experience.

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Velvet Tango Room

4.9

4.9 (26)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Tremont

About the restaurant

The torchbearer of classic cocktails.

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Marla

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Great! Tony was a great bartender and server and we had a great time!

Cloak & Dagger

4.9

4.9 (1122)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Tremont

About the restaurant

A cocktail lounge with focus on hospitality and craft located next to Lincoln Park in the historic Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland.

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Asyria

Dined 4 days ago

Violet was one of the best drinks I’ve ever had. All of the food was amazing.

The Reserve - Chagrin Falls

4.9

4.9 (48)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Chagrin Falls

About the restaurant

Local. Unique. Delicious.

The Reserve features seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Eclectic small plates and unique cocktails are served, along with a curated collection of bourbon, whiskey, and wine, in a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions, The Reserve has been described as “a little bit of New York tucked away in Chagrin Falls.” Located across from the falls, The Reserve is walking distance to all of Chagrin Falls parks, galleries, shops, & theaters.

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GinaVIP

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

A neighborhood gem with a European vibe and an eclectic menu. Bravo!

sarita a restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2491)

$30 and under

American

Lakewood

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sarita, where we are slightly obsessed with serving good food among friends and family. Our focus is on healthy, new American cuisine – a celebration of all our backgrounds and roots. The best of the best eats if you will. Lighter dishes with natural reductions, a lot of vinaigrettes, less cream, less butter — but unbelievable flavors. This is what you can expect if you choose to dine with us. And we hope you will. The name Sarita is a nod to Chef Anthony Romano’s mentor, plus the name of a song by the New Orleans band, The Subdudes, one of the chef’s favorites. The restaurant is owned by executive chef Romano. His approach to Sarita is fairly simple: to create a space that’s a reflection of his kind of place.relaxing, fun and celebrate life in the company of friends and family with good food and a great cocktail in hand.

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traceyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent from beginning to end as usual. So happy to be back on the beautiful patio 🌸

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4.9

4.9 (970)

$31 to $50

Italian

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Delicious Italian cuisine, prepared fresh daily. Outstanding service and food, all at a reasonable price. Come and see what everyone is talking about!

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John

Dined 4 days ago

Meravigliosa! Thanks for the incomparable fare and the accommodation.

Batuqui - Larchmere

4.9

4.9 (868)

$31 to $50

Brazilian

Shaker Square

About the restaurant

Described as "Brazil in Cleveland", Batuqui is in the heart of Cleveland, OH and emphasizes the cuisines of the Bahia and Minas Gerais states of Brazil. Set in a casual but appealing dining room, there is also a full bar with custom cocktails.

The menu at Batuqui is full of exciting and unique choices and they are known for their authentically grilled top sirloin steak called Picanha. They offer appetizers like the Frango Passarinho which is fired chicken in a cilantro sauce or the Salgadinhos which are savory hand-rolled Brazilian bar snacks and entrees like the hearty traditional Brazilian party dish called Feijoada. They have fantastic salads and an array of intriguing Brazilian entrees. Choices include fish, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options in addition to the grilled meats and Brazilian steaks that make Batuqui such an appealing spot. Love desserts? Their homemade chocolate bon bons called Brigadeiros or Coconut Butter Cake are amazing too!

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karen

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic place to eat, especially for special occasions - will go back!

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