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1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(1894)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 29 times today
Welcome to La Dolce Vita Bistro - “The Sweet Life,” a restaurant and bistro created to recapture the bell-époque charm of “The Italian Drug,” opened here by Dr. Anthony Caruso in 1914. In the tradition of the great European bistros, La Dolce Vita is devoted to providing a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for everything from eight course dinners to coffee and Calvino. We strive to prepare the perfect meal, or the perfect cappuccino, and let you enjoy it at your leisure. Our pasta is cooked fresh to order, our sauces and dressing are painstakingly prepared using only the finest ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, the freshest vegetables, imported whole tomatoes, fresh basil and Italian parsley... and your table is reserved for the evening.
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2. Maxi’s Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(369)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • University Circle
Booked 9 times today
Nestled in the heart of Cleveland’s Historic Little Italy, Maxi’s embodies a vibrant atmosphere and a welcoming ambiance. We are open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.Our main level offers guests the opportunity to interact in a casual and upbeat setting or to partake in the dynamic liveliness of the bar. The cozy and intimate upstairs level seats 50 people comfortably and can be booked for events such as meetings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, graduations, presentations and more. Our fully enclosed and heated garden patio provides a relaxed and comfortable dining experience while the sidewalk tables allow for a most spectacular view of Little Italy.Whether you are looking for a place to dine before going to The Cleveland Orchestra concert or searching for the perfect location to share a conversation, Maxi’s welcomes you to enjoy dinner, an appetizer, a glass of wine at the bar, a Peroni while the game is going on, or even an espresso with a San Pellegrino for a caffeine push.
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3. Valerio's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(961)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 16 times today
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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4. The Haunted House Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4018)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland Heights
Booked 42 times today
If you are into unique restaurant concepts and love horror movies. The Haunted House Restaurant in Cleveland Heights have created something for you.Senior Executive Chef: SuperChef Darnell FergusonSignature Dish: The Twilight
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5. SASA
5.0
Exceptional(941)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Shaker Heights
Booked 6 times today
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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6. C2 Restaurant
3.7
Very Good(3)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland East
C2 Restaurant, in Cleveland, situated in the InterContinental Suites, is a casual relaxed restaurant & bar setting focused on healthy and cultural dishes composed from locally sourced ingredients and complimented by a selection of beverages,and craft cocktails serviced by a passionate and empathetic team. Sandwiches on the menu at C2 Restaurant include the smoked turkey club, Greek salad wrap and more. For entrées you can enjoy the likes of meat loaf, Prime 8oz Grilled Bistro Steak, Mushroom Stroganoff & Grilled Salmon. You'll also find a dessert menu offering warm Smores Cake ,Espresso Crème Brule , Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake and Apple Galette.
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7. North Coast Cafe
4.5
Awesome(80)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland East
Booked 3 times today
North Coast Cafe - Informal, upbeat, convenient restaurant featuring American, Continental and International buffets.
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8. Doc's On Harvard
5.0
Exceptional(13)
Price: Expensive
• American • Shaker Heights
Booked 2 times today
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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9. Forage Public House
4.1
Excellent(86)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Lakewood
Booked 11 times today
The Forage Public House serves a contemporary American and gastropub-style cuisine. The restaurant offers a traditional dining space in its bright and sophisticated interior. The ambience is generally welcoming and casual. Forage Public House also offers outdoor patio seating for its customers. The restaurant's food is prepared fresh from locally sourced ingredients by resident Chef Demetrios. Brunch is served at the restaurant on the weekends.The Forage Public House menu contains a large variety of savory meals for lunch and dinner. Popular items on the menu include the wing crawl, the short ribs, the rainbow trout, the Amish chicken and the tuna melt. The restaurant also offers vegan and vegetarian meal options. Craft cocktails, beers and wines are also available at the bar section. Parties of six or more are subject to one check with 20% gratuity included.
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10. 56 Kitchen - Mayfield Heights
4.8
Exceptional(26)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mayfield Village
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to 56 Kitchen, your culinary destination in Mayfield Heights, OH!True to our roots, 56 Kitchen in Mayfield Heights is dedicated to sourcing the freshest ingredients locally, toasting our own spices, and crafting homemade breads and dressings, including our famous Original garlic vinaigrette. Our commitment to quality extends to using only meats free of preservatives, hormones, and antibiotics, as well as eggs from happy free-range chickens.Indulge in a diverse menu featuring the freshest fish, seasonal produce, and a variety of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. Pair your meal with selections from our full bar and impressive wine list, all served by our friendly staff in a welcoming American eatery ambiance.Join us at 56 Kitchen and experience a culinary journey rooted in freshness, flavor, and community.

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