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1. Michelson and Morley
4.4
Awesome(510)
Price: Moderate
• American • University Circle
Booked 2 times today
An American-style bistro featuring a variety of locally source and seasonal small plates, flatbreads, sandwiches and entrees. Michelson and Morley is located inside CWRUs Tinkham Veale University Center.
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2. Fahrenheit
4.5
Awesome(3442)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 27 times today
Fahrenheit is an authentic restaurant because of its unique take on American cuisine, blending Mediterranean and Asian accents. Reviewers consistently mention the great food and service, with one stating it's a 'great asset to downtown dining'. The ambiance is also frequently praised, with one reviewer calling the interior 'beautiful' and another noting the 'sleek and sophisticated feel'. Overall, Fahrenheit offers a unique dining experience that keeps customers coming back.
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3. Edwins Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2875)
Price: Moderate
• French • University Circle
Booked 50 times today
EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute, led by Brandon E. Chrostowski, offers a unique dining experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine—now at the iconic Nighttown location in Cleveland.Founded in 2007, EDWINS' mission is to transform re-entry by providing formerly incarcerated men and women with leadership skills and a world-class education in the culinary arts.Dine with purpose and be part of changing lives through food and hospitality.À bientôt!
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4. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(1901)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 32 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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5. Table 45
4.6
Exceptional(1217)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland East
Booked 6 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. Il Venetian
4.8
Exceptional(1012)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 31 times today
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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7. Valerio's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(963)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 9 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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8. Tutto Carne- Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(205)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 3 times today
Tutto Carne in Cleveland is a genuine Italian steakhouse with a warm and inviting ambiance. The reviews highlight the attentive service, excellent food, and sophisticated drinks. The restaurant's focus on quality, with Ohio farm raised, hand-selected and dry aged beef, adds to its authenticity. The patrons seem to have loved the experience and the food, with many recommending it as a special occasion place.
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9. The Haunted House Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4030)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland Heights
Booked 44 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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10. Blue Point Grille
4.7
Exceptional(6657)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 40 times today
Blue Point Grille, located in the heart of The Historic Warehouse District, is renowned for serving the highest quality seafood sourced daily from both coasts. Its elegant dining rooms feature expansive windows offering sweeping views of the downtown skyline, creating a sophisticated ambiance. Just a short stroll from the convention center, premier hotels, and Public Square, guests can enjoy acclaimed dishes such as lobster bisque, freshly shucked Blue Point oysters, and the signature Nag's Head Grouper. Since its inception in 1998, Blue Point Grille has consistently been voted Cleveland's top seafood restaurant, known for its fresh seafood, award-winning wine selection, and exceptional service delivered by true professionals.
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