Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Cleveland

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Cru Uncorked

4.9

4.9 (1915)

$50 and over

French

Moreland Hills

About the restaurant

Invite your guests to a rare fine dining experience set in a French country château. Surround yourself with understated elegance in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere featuring four themed dining areas, banquet rooms, lounge and terraces. Enjoy meticulously crafted dishes, exquisitely paired wines and unsurpassed service, while we attend to every detail. Our Private Dining Room comfortably seats up to 16 guests at one table and can seat more at round tables. Our Wine Pavilion and Covered Patio can each hold around 50 guests total each offering fully dedicated service in a quiet setting. From the moment you enter, fine art sets the stage for an unforgettable visit. Winemaking relics, French jazz-era reliefs, period antiques, Napa Valley photography and vineyard-inspired artwork establish an atmosphere of welcome and intrigue. Each piece curated to complement a relaxing evening of incredible food and drink. Welcome to Cru Uncorked. Savor the moment.

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BrianVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great for a more ‘formal’ special occasion with excellent service, great food!

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4.9

4.9 (916)

$31 to $50

French

Medina

About the restaurant

Sérénité Restaurant is steeped in tradition and care for the community. Chef Todd Whitman & GM Richard Sisson offers a unique experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine in the midst of Medina's Historic District.

The restaurant has a unique mission; to eat well and do good. The mission of Sérénité is to instill leadership skills in men and women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction through an education in the culinary arts.

Our aim is to change the face of recovery through food and hospitality.

A bientot!

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MartinVIP

Dined on Feb 21, 2025

This was our first visit to Sérénité. We couldn’t of been happier with our visit. Our original seats were closer to the entrance and I knew my wife would be chilled every time the door opened. Moving us was not an issue and we were given a booth that was ideal. Our server Lavala (VAL for short) could not of been sweeter. He took our drink order came back and reviewed the specials for the evening. After our cocktails arrived Val came back and wanted to know if we were ready to order. Usually we like to sit, talk and enjoy our drinks so we asked for him to come back…no attitude like you can get sometimes. We ordered the special soup-amazing, house salad & beet salad. The salads were large and delicious, especially the beet salad. Dinner was a beef filet and a pasta, I had them add shrimp. Both meals prepared perfectly, served hot and also delicious. Truly my wives Filet (medium) was perfectly medium. My shrimp was tender and moist. I wish I could cook shrimp that well!! A perfect date night for two old people…..I’m 70 and my wife is 64. Side note… she’s beautiful and looks like in her mid 40’s…lucky me. Val thank you for a wonderful evening. We will be back and ask for you to be our server.

Pier W

4.8

4.8 (10875)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Lakewood

About the restaurant

Join Us for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Reservations are available for Lunch Monday-Friday from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, Dinner Sunday-Thursday from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm-10:00 pm and Brunch on Sundays from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. Business Casual Dress Code is required. Window tables are limited and we cannot guarantee seating but will do our best to accommodate your request. Reservations of 5 guests or more cannot be made online, please call for availability. Reservations will be honored up to 15 minutes past your scheduled reservation time and we require the majority of your guests to arrive prior to seating. Beyond this time period, your table will be released and we will accommodate you when, and if, a table becomes available.

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Efstathios

Dined 6 days ago

Everything was absolutely amazing, and Juliann was an amazing server who took very good care of us!

Strip Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (4405)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Avon / Avon Lake

About the restaurant

Locally owned and operated, Strip is the hottest new restaurant in Avon. We are located in the Olde Avon Village on Detroit Road in the historic Ewers Barn. We offer an innovative menu using only the highest quality ingredients, featuring USDA prime aged beef for its superior flavor and tenderness. Come in, unwind and have an enjoyable evening with friends and family. Try one of our juicy, mouthwatering steaks, have a drink at the bar, or savor one of our decadent desserts. Whatever the occasion, Strip makes for a truly enjoyable evening out. Guests requiring disabled seating are asked to request lower level dining at the time of reservation

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Bonnie

Dined 1 day ago

Awesome experience!!! Attentive staff, amazing food, and relaxed atmosphere!!!

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Jake's Steak

Il Venetian

4.8

4.8 (1024)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown Cleveland

About the restaurant

Venetian Born Chef Alberto Leandri prepares flavors from home for Clevelanders at this upscale, modern Italian restaurant. The menu will feature handmade pastas, fresh fish and seafood, fine meats, and artisan pastries and gelato.

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MarinaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Always amazing! Robert (the manager) is always so attentive and Alia, the host, is so warm and friendly - and the food/service is fantastic!

Heritage Steak & Whiskey

4.8

4.8 (389)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Woodmere

About the restaurant

With over 400 whiskies, wood grilled steaks, and creative starters and salads, this steakhouse is here to entertain diners with a twist on classic favorites. There are a variety of seating options in our main dining room, as well as a lounge in the bar area. Happy Hour coming soon!

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James

Dined 2 days ago

Great experience. Great service, loved the menu variety and quality.

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FILET

Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

4.7

4.7 (2415)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown Cleveland

About the restaurant

Morton's The Steakhouse, the nation's premier steakhouse group, specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. The menu features a variety of favorite cuts, including a 24 ounce porterhouse, which is the house specialty; a 16 ounce New York Strip and a 12 ounce double cut filet.

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Mike

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food. Excellent service. Just an overall wonderful place to spend time with your best friends.

Taza - A Lebanese Grill (Downtown Cleveland)

4.7

4.7 (828)

$30 and under

Lebanese

Downtown Cleveland

About the restaurant

Taza guarantees an exotic, unforgettable experience. Committed to the meaning of Taza - fresh - we promise the freshest ingredients. We offer a wide selection of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, fish and meat lover appetizers and entrees inspired by traditional home cooked meals.
By the same family who brought you Aladdin's Eatery!

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Elena

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful food and service , it is my second visit and it is even better than first one

The Palazzo

4.7

4.7 (692)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Cleveland West

About the restaurant

At age the of 20, Chef Rafael moved with his wife to Cleveland, Ohio. His goal was to continue his Italian culinary skills which he acquired in the region of Verona, Italy.
Chef Rafael was introduced to the restaurant industry at a very young age. His grandmother was very well known for her home-cooked dishes. She loved having her grandson with her as she cooked meals as soon as he was able to walk. He was six years old when he first learned how to make homemade pasta and, by age 14, he was ready to embark on his own culinary journey. His first stop was Verona, Italy,which was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The romantic and rich architectural heritage of Verona was matched by the great culinary venues of that city and Chef Rafael's experience and skills grew exponentially. Three years later, Chef Rafael traveled to Belgium and France where he then experienced cooking French cuisine as well.

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JohnVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We sat in the bar area for the first time and loved the vibe. The food and service are always just fantastic. We come here often.

Acqua di Dea

4.2

4.2 (989)

$50 and over

Contemporary Italian

Downtown Cleveland

About the restaurant

Acqua Di Dea, part of the award-winning Jola Eat Global Restaurant Group, opened its third location in 2021 and quickly became one of the best restaurants in Cleveland, serving fresh seafood and authentic Italian dishes in the heart of downtown Cleveland.

Whether you're looking for romantic restaurants in Cleveland, best seafood restaurant near you, or a top-rated Italian restaurant in Cleveland City, our kitchen brings bold flavors and a warm atmosphere to every table.

Proudly ranked among the best restaurants in downtown Cleveland, we’re your go-to spot for lunch, dinner, and special occasions. Join us for the best Italian seafood in Cleveland, hand-crafted pasta, and unforgettable fine dining near you.

Among Cleveland restaurants, we stand out for our commitment to excellence, offering fresh and elevated fine dinging experience consistently placing us among the best restaurants in Cleveland.

For private events contact ashley.mcnulty@jolaeatglobal.com

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Tony

Dined 1 day ago

This is a great restaurant with a fantastic team serving its customers! Our waiter was incredibly funny and made our Mothers Day lunch such a wonderful experience! Thank you, Fabio(Giuseppe)! Excellent food and diverse choices!

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