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1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(1902)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 34 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(373)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • University Circle
Booked 3 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. Sunset Kitchen
4.2
Awesome(2)
Price: Moderate
• American • University Circle
Located in the heart of the prominent cultural hub of University Circle; where we're elated to call Case Western Reserve University, MOCA, Cleveland Orchestra and University Hospital our neighbors. Sunset Kitchen & Lounge promises an inclusive, safe, vibrant atmosphere coupled with crafted cocktails and exquisite foods. We look forward to hosting you soon for brunch, happy hour, dinner and any other celebratory occasion
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4. Fahrenheit
4.5
Awesome(3445)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 31 times today
Located in Downtown Cleveland, Chef Rocco Whalen's Fahrenheit is two spectacular stories of unforgettable flavors and gorgeous, sparkling interiors. This fresh new take on Cleveland’s beloved restaurant will blow you away. Fahrenheit is the perfect hotspot for the sharp dressed crowd and anyone looking for a culinary wonderland of mouthwatering mains, fresh shellfish towers, and innovative daily offerings. With unmatched views of downtown's action-filled city-center, the restaurant features luxurious furnishings and instagram-able scenes. Available for lunch and dinner, Rocco's cuisine will delight your senses with its Mediterranean and Asian accents and curated cocktails. Fahrenheit boasts a stunning bar, curved banquettes, scalloped ceiling, action-filled chef’s table, and a private dining room. Take the sweeping staircase and meet us on the second floor to elevate your night life with our exclusive rooftop menus and artistic energy. Become part of the buzzing new destination
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5. Table 45
4.6
Exceptional(1220)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland East
Booked 11 times today
Table 45 offers cutting-edge contemporary dining, emphasizing world cuisine, located in the heart of the city at the InterContinental Cleveland, only minutes from downtown, the Cleveland Clinic and University Circle. The menu features tastes from around the world and home, all created by our chefs from whole ingredients. You can enjoy watching our culinary team from the open kitchen area or elevate your dining experience by booking Table 45, our Chef's Table, directly in the kitchen with a full view of all the action. The warm and vibrant atmosphere will suit those dressed in jeans or couture. Table 45 promises to be unlike any other dining experience in the Midwest. The restaurant's existentialist decor will provide a backdrop for the main attraction, the culinary teams simple, yet exquisite, cuisine and the people who experience it.
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6. Tutto Carne- Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(206)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 5 times today
Chef-inspired Italian steakhouse featuring Ohio farm raised, hand selected and dry aged beef.
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7. Oliva Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(222)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 36 times today
Italian Style Steakhouse brought to you by the Lola Jacaj . For large parties or special events contact: ashley.mcnulty@jolaeatglobal.com
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8. Club Room at Fidelity Hotel Cleveland
4.5
Awesome(23)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 5 times today
An all-day affair for dining, socializing, and meeting, Club Room is a full-service restaurant, bar and lounge. The menu features classic dishes, regional ingredients, a few fresh takes on Cleveland essentials.
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9. The Centro- Cleveland
4.3
Awesome(375)
Price: Very Expensive
• Modern European • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 9 times today
The Centro, located inside the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel, offers a delightful dining experience in the heart of Downtown Cleveland's Gateway District. Enjoy dinner before or drinks after a show at Playhouse Square or a ball game at the arena or stadium. As a stand-out destination, indulge in weekly brunch, daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prepare for a culinary journey filled with tantalizing appetizers and mouthwatering main courses. From the rich flavors of Bone-In Filet Mignon, House-Made Lobster Raviolo, and delicate Chilean Sea Bass, these delicacies will ignite your taste buds. Pair your meal with a selection from Centro's extensive wine list, or sip on a handcrafted cocktail. Private space is available for an intimate dinner, meeting, or special event. Staying at the hotel is not necessary to indulge in this memorable dining experience. The Centro is a must-visit for food enthusiasts eager to experience the finest flavors Downtown Cleveland has to offer.
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10. Batuqui - Larchmere
4.9
Exceptional(866)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian • Shaker Square
Booked 13 times today
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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