Summer House

Name: Summer House
Address: 12900 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH, United States, 44107
Telephone: (216) 270-2300
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

867 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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It’s a Summer State of Mind! Cleveland's new standard for scratch-made food, smooth drinks, and good vibes on the legendary Gold Coast! Our Contemporary American Scratch Kitchen combines creative, sharable plates with fresh, modern twists on your favorite standard entrees. With a strong dedication to maintaining a seasonal menu, your meal will always be prepared using the freshest ingredients. Our bright and airy interior boasts some of the most beautiful lake and cityscape views in the Cleveland area. #longlivesummer

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(216) 270-2300

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(216) 270-2300
Website
http://www.summerhousecle.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Thanases Asimakis
Private party facilities
Intimate, private dining is available in our private dining room for up to 10 people. Enjoy a cozy fireplace, warm interior design finished with teakwood and burnt orange accents.

Location
12900 Lake Ave Lakewood, OH 44107
Neighborhood
Lakewood
Cross street
Lake Ave.
Parking details
Use front entrance for The Carlyle On The Lake and follow Summer House signs left, go around the bend and take driveway down to private parking lot. Valet may be Available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

On the Half Shell*
rose mignonette, citrus, house hot sauce (minimum 2 per order)
- ea$3.50
Grilled Oysters$20.00
melted lardo, apple cider mignonette, chives
Shrimp Ceviche$18.00
citrus, avocado, cilantro, blue corn tortilla chips
Ahi Tuna Tartare*$22.00
lemon citronette, jalapenos, fresno, dill aioli, fignerling potato chips
Shrimp Cocktail$18.00
old bay, spicy cocktail, citrus

Appetizers

Lake Erie Smoked Fish Dip$14.00
herbs, house chips
Lamb Meatballs$17.00
harissa tomato, labne, pistachio, dukkah spice, herbs
Dry-Aged Clothesline Bacon$18.00
ohio maple, house sweet pickle
Smoked Chicken$13.00
carolina gold bbq, kool-aid pickle, chive
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$12.00
chili maple aioli, red onion, almond, mint

Greens

Baby Gem Salad$10.00
pickled onion, feta, spiced pepita, cider vinaigrette
Ceasar**$10.00
baby romaine, cornbread crumb, grana padano, crispy shallot
Wedge** ^$12.00
baby iceberg, maple bacon, egg, tacky tomato, yogurt ranch
Fattoush**$14.00
romaine, tomato, cucumber, radish, red onion, pepper, pita, pomegranate vinaigrette

Pasta And Flatbread

Bucatini$18.00
lamb bolognese, ricotta salata, cornbread crumb
Roasted Tomato Flatbread$14.00
burrata, caramelized garlic, basil, olive oil
Pistachio Pesto Flatbread$17.00
tomato, panchetta, mozzarella, arugula
Short Rib Flatbread$18.00
mozzarella, red onion, pickled chili, oregano

Entrees

Market Fish
cauliflower, pea, carrot, tomato, cipollini onion, frisee, pickled radicchio
- MP
Seared Salmon* **$34.00
roasted beet, kale, turnip, farro, red wine reduction
Great Lakes Walleye$38.00
pan seared, warm cous-cous salad, feta, meyer lemon aiol
Shrimp & Lobster Rolls$32.00
maine lobster, gulf shrimp, caper, harissa aioli, celery leaf
C. A. B. Short Rib$41.00
korean bbq, apple, radish, quick kimchi, scallion
New Zealand Rack of Lamb$48.00
citrus yogurt, red chermoula, citrus, scallion, cilantro
C. A. B. 14oz NY Strip*$45.00
vermouth braised shallot, potato puree, veal demi glace
Gold Coast Burger**$16.00
½ pound burger, cheddar, bacon date jam, beef fat mayo, pickled red onions, fries
Michael's Favorite$35.00
rotating fire roasted kebab, beet tzatziki, herbs, pita
Dukkah Roasted Cauliflower$25.00
roasted squash hummus, chimichuri, sweet drop peppers

Sides

Roasted Cauliflower
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Beets
Wild Mushrooms
Fries
Crudite

What 867 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Cleveland / Akron / Canton
Scenic View
Cleveland
Great for Brunch
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JessicaQ
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service2ambience4
Understaffed on holiday weekend. We got seated 30 min after our scheduled reservation time. We received our entree before our cocktails.
NS
NancyS
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! Amazing food and views! Service was great!
KM
KelleyM
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great brunch experience! Food, drinks, views and device!
RN
RachaelN
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chicken and waffles were fantastic. Views wonderful.
EE
ElEntrenador
Cleveland
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience3
Upon entry, the restaurant has an energetic and nicely decorated ambiance. If going for dinner time do not expect a quiet tranquil space. We did not know what to expect so were not disappointed in that. The service was fair for an expensive dinner. We are used to 5-star service at such a restaurant but would rate at 3 at best. The food was good for the most part but the fish was undercooked. They happily replaced it but kept the same piece and just cooked it longer. That was totally unexpected for a restaurant that is serving for $48. I'm mixed about returning after spending $250 for two and just average service. We were recommended by friends and definitely expected more
WM
WadeM
Cleveland
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food as always Very consistent experience
ET
EToth
Cleveland
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service2ambience5
Great atmosphere, good food. Had a bad e peri eve with service this time but usually it’s very good.
LS
LmSmith
Cleveland
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience2
The food was delicious and the view unbeatable. The music was WAY too loud. Not a place for casual conversation.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Server came to us like 2 times. Tab would of been higher with more drinks if she just came around more. oh well
PP
PatP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a wonderful time meeting and eating with my brother who flew out from Portland, OR. Joshua was an exceptional host who served everything perfectly fitting our tastes. The smoked chicken, copper salmon, roasted beets were out of this world. We had a perfect seat looking out at the lake. Noise was a bit much esp. when all tables were occupied.
F
Friday
New York Area
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Will be back for Sunday brunch:)
AL
AngelaL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The Summer House is a great place for date night! Beautiful views of the lake and downtown Cleveland. Delicious food and drinks. Great atmosphere!
l
lightning
Cleveland
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Fun, energetic place to dine! Food is great and service is outstanding! Very cold so bring a sweater or jacket!!
N
Nick
Cleveland
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Joshua, provided outstanding service, and impressive knowledge of the food and the menu. Ability to customize our dishes without any hesitation. Great representative of the restaurant. Additionally, the food was very good with very generous portions.
MK
MonikaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Drinks and food we’re amazing. Friendly staff. Beautiful atmosphere and the meal was tuned to perfection
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience5
Our friends have been telling us to come here to check out the spectacular view. The view was spectacular and one of the best in Cleveland. Into the restaurant was also very nice and modern. This is the best part of the experience. The food was poor all around. The beef short ribs were very fatty and the mashed potatoes seem like they’re out of a box. The kebabs were good but the beef was well over done. The cornbread appetizer was decent but they bake it in too much butter and oil for my taste. The lamb meatballs were very dense and not what I expected. Overall the view was great but the food was very poor for the money you are paying. You’re pretty much paying high food prices for a great view.
DL
DocL
Naples
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great view. Good Food, Good service. Lively environment ...
TH
TimH
Cleveland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Special place. Great story behind the place and Michael. Successful people sometimes get a bad rap but I wish nothing but the best for Tony and the entire George family. Before you trash 45 you should know what he did for Michael. Hopefully that will take the venom out of some people. Great place to go while in Cleveland.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful environment - very relaxed & modern. Delicious food— we enjoyed Happy Hour appetizers - brussel sprouts, deviled eggs & the smoked fish dip —all very good. We enjoyed 2 of the salads - a beautiful Caesar- very unique presentation & a beet salad. Our entrees included the lamb bolognese & The walleye - both excellent. The third member of our party had the braised ribs flatbread… Which looks beautiful but beware it has chili oil on it and was extremely spicy. They kindly returned it for her and let her have an alternative tomato flatbread. We also enjoyed the lovely white summer sangria offered during happy hour. It really is a beautiful place and a nice relaxing way to spend an evening with friends. My only negative would be, as a mobility impaired person, it’s great they have an elevator, however the door to get in where the elevator is, is not automatic and it’s quite a struggle if you’re alone. But I look forward to returning.
DB
DruB
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
From the apps to the drinks to dinner. Everything was amazing and the service matched! Love eating dinner with the cleveland skyline as the backdrop.
RH
RyanH
Cleveland
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and good experience.
SD
SamanthaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Lauren, was awesome. Everyone was super friendly, the food and drinks were fantastic. We can’t wait to go back!
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kath27
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great views. Friendly service. Excellent eggs benedict. Hashbrowns were mediocre. Espresso martini was good but $14 seemed expensive for a drink that was mostly cold coffee.
RL
RebeccaL
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Summer House for Father’s Day brunch. The food was amazing and the service was top notch. The view of the Cleveland skyline was gorgeous. Highly recommend!
MD
MicheleD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would highly recommend Summer House! Beautiful view and good food.
N
Nana
Yosemite
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We had the Lake Erie fish spread with homemade potato crisps, peppercorn filet, salmon and chocolate cake. The food was delicious. The staff was friendly. It was so noisy I couldn’t enjoy the conversation. Everything was amplified and echoed because of all of the hard surfaces. Perhaps some drapery panels on the sides of the windows, fabric upholstery or carpet runners would reduce the cacophony.
B
Bernie
Naples
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Put the flatbread margarita on the brunch menu.
LG
LynnG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Love the setting and service! Food was good. Will be back!
LA
LALAlakewood
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food with wonderful options! Service was wonderful. The view us simply amazing 👏
KS
KarS
Cleveland
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The view is beautiful and the food is always delicious
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely love it here! The food is amazing! The staff members are so knowledgeable and helpful. I cannot wait to go again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The restaurant exceeded my expectations for ingredients quality, promptness and cordiality of service, overall a fun and delicious experience.
GC
GeoffreyC
Louisville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to celebrate our wedding anniversary. First table was small and had no view. Staff was understanding and very accommodating, and moved us to a window table with a beautiful view. Food was great, drinks were cold, and service was wonderful.
B
Bubba
New York Area
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great apps…good dinner…great service…great drinks…ambiance was excellent with a wonderful view of Cleveland downtown!
AT
AndreaT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Wonderful place to dine...food is amazing...very nice experience each time I've been there😊
SB
StanB
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first visit and we were impressed with location and decor. The drinks were generous and the food was excellent. I highly recommend.
TE
TracyE
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious! The service was excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience3
Food was delicious but felt rushed throughout our meal. We weren’t even finished with our appetizers when our main courses came out, which then got a bit cold and we weren’t offered dessert, coffee etc.
JT
JimT
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superlative meal with the best views of Lake Erie and the Cleveland skyline. The appetizers are amazing, many varieties of main courses and desserts. The drinks are unique and excellent. SummerHouse is an August day every day, gorgeous and never fails.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

FAQs

Summer House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (216) 270-2300.

Summer House is rated 4.6 stars by 867 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(216) 270-2300

12900 Lake Ave Lakewood, OH 44107

Additional information

Cross street
Lake Ave.
Neighborhood
Lakewood
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Use front entrance for The Carlyle On The Lake and follow Summer House signs left, go around the bend and take driveway down to private parking lot. Valet may be Available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Thanases Asimakis
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.summerhousecle.com/
Phone number
(216) 270-2300
Private party facilities
Intimate, private dining is available in our private dining room for up to 10 people. Enjoy a cozy fireplace, warm interior design finished with teakwood and burnt orange accents.

Summer House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Grilled Oysters

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Steak

Bites

Cornbread$6.00

Pickles & Olives$5.00

Hummus**$10.00

Deviled Eggs$10.00

Raw Bar

On the Half Shell*

Grilled Oysters$20.00

Shrimp Ceviche$18.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare*$22.00

Shrimp Cocktail$18.00

Appetizers

Lake Erie Smoked Fish Dip$14.00

Lamb Meatballs$17.00

Dry-Aged Clothesline Bacon$18.00

Smoked Chicken$13.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$12.00

Greens

Baby Gem Salad$10.00

Ceasar**$10.00

Wedge** ^$12.00

Fattoush**$14.00

Pasta And Flatbread

Bucatini$18.00

Roasted Tomato Flatbread$14.00

Pistachio Pesto Flatbread$17.00

Short Rib Flatbread$18.00

Entrees

Market Fish

Seared Salmon* **$34.00

Great Lakes Walleye$38.00

Shrimp & Lobster Rolls$32.00

C. A. B. Short Rib$41.00

New Zealand Rack of Lamb$48.00

C. A. B. 14oz NY Strip*$45.00

Gold Coast Burger**$16.00

Michael's Favorite$35.00

Dukkah Roasted Cauliflower$25.00

Sides

Roasted Cauliflower

Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Beets

Wild Mushrooms

Fries

Crudite

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Does Summer House offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Summer House currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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