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the Best Restaurants in Cleveland

Cleveland's food scene is as diverse as the communities that have shaped the city over the decades. Restaurants in Cleveland span Eastern European staples like pierogies and kielbasa, fresh-baked hand-rolled bagels, hearty corned beef sandwiches, and a growing range of international cuisines that reflect the city's rich cultural makeup. Whether you're looking for a sit-down dinner, a casual lunch spot, or a quick takeout bite between activities, Cleveland has options across every price point and palate.

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Cleveland's Standout Dining Spots

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Guarino's Restaurant

One of Cleveland's oldest restaurants, Guarino's, has been serving traditional Sicilian-Italian fare in the city's Little Italy neighborhood since 1958. The menu covers classic dishes, including lasagna, gnocchi, linguine with clam sauce, fettuccine alfredo, eggplant parmigiana, and pizza, all served in a Victorian-style setting inside a restored home. A long-standing neighborhood staple with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

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Slyman's Restaurant and Deli

A retro Cleveland institution, Slyman's is best known for its corned beef sandwiches piled generously high  -  a local favorite by any measure. The broader menu covers roast beef, pastrami, burgers, grilled cheese, potato pancakes, and home fries, while the breakfast menu runs through hotcakes, French toast, omelets, and all the classics. An affordable and satisfying stop among restaurants in Cleveland for breakfast or lunch.

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Green Goat Cafe Bar

Green Goat Cafe Bar is a health-focused all-day spot with a menu built around organic, fresh ingredients and options that accommodate vegan, gluten-free, and keto diets. Egg sandwiches, burgers, toasts and bowls, flatbreads, smoothies, bone broths, and zero-toxin beverages share the menu alongside coffees and cocktails. A practical and flavorful choice for health-conscious visitors looking for something beyond the usual.

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Marie's Restaurant

Marie's is a no-frills Eastern European eatery with a menu of authentic dishes including schnitzel, chicken paprikash, cevapi, liver and onions, and stuffed cabbage. Daily specials keep things affordable, and portions are generous throughout. The kind of straightforward, satisfying cooking that keeps regulars coming back consistently.

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Tommy's

A family restaurant with one of the more extensive menus on this list, Tommy's covers vegetarian and plant-based options, including veggie burgers, falafel, tempeh sandwiches, seitan subs, and spinach pie alongside a full range of meat-based dishes like spiced beef shawarma, corned beef pita, and bacon cheeseburger. The dessert menu is a highlight in its own right, featuring hot fudge sundaes, vegan cookies, gluten-free cookies, carrot cake, and the brownie monster ice cream creation.

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Soho Chicken + Whiskey

A modern Southern-style eatery known for its fried chicken, house-made biscuits, and gouda mac 'n' cheese, Soho Chicken + Whiskey pairs its food with a thoughtful cocktail list featuring rye, Peruvian brandy, tequila, and bourbon, as well as a selection of beer and wine. The laid-back atmosphere makes it a comfortable spot for a casual dinner. Reservations are recommended given the restaurant's popularity.

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TownHall

TownHall sources its ingredients locally and builds a menu that spans poke bowls with fresh fish, truffle fries, Thai chicken bowls, Nashville chicken sandwiches, flatbreads, sushi rolls, and roasted vegetables, alongside craft beer, juice, and innovative bar snacks. A happy hour menu offers solid value for those timing their visit accordingly. A well-rounded option among restaurants in Cleveland for lunch or dinner.

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Fat Cats

Located in Cleveland's historic Tremont neighborhood, Fat Cats is an all-day spot with a menu well-suited to groups who enjoy sharing. Calamari, pierogies, dumplings, spring rolls, warm goat cheese, crispy fried shrimp, and vegan fried calamari anchor the appetizer side, with pizzas, burgers, bowls, tacos, and salads rounding out the mains. A relaxed and social dining experience in one of Cleveland's most characterful neighborhoods.

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Cent's Pizza + Goods

A straightforward and satisfying option for pizza, Cent's Pizza + Goods offers thoughtfully topped pies, including the "Mama" with tomato sauce, sweet onion, mozzarella, kalamata olives, and extra virgin olive oil, and the "Papa" with tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, sausage, and Hungarian hot pepper. A small selection of snacks and salads rounds out the menu. No reservations are accepted.

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Butcher and the Brewer

A popular brewpub with an industrial-style interior, Butcher and the Brewer brews its own selection of stouts, sours, pale ales, IPAs, and lagers in-house alongside a menu of mindfully sourced American fare. Fish and chips, Korean sticky fried chicken, beef sliders, and wood-fired dry rub wings are among the standout dishes, and canned beers are available for takeaway. A reliable and characterful choice among restaurants Cleveland visitors return to.

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Saigon Restaurant & Bar

Saigon Restaurant & Bar is a Vietnamese spot with bamboo-trimmed decor and a menu covering pho noodle soups, wonton and spicy lemongrass soups, crispy pork rolls, vermicelli noodle bowls, and colorful stir-fries. The staff are noted for being approachable and helpful for guests new to the cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, it's a solid choice on a cool day or any time a bowl of soup fits the moment.

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Banana Blossom Thai Cuisine

Banana Blossom Thai Cuisine is a welcoming spot with a broad Thai menu spanning steamed and fried shrimp shumai, chicken satay, sweet chili wings, pot stickers, fresh garden rolls, and a full range of soups, salads, fried rice, noodle dishes, and curries. The fresh mango with sticky-sweet rice is a dessert worth saving room for. A good reflection of Cleveland's diverse and growing international dining scene.

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Nate's Deli & Restaurant

A compact and affordable deli serving classic sandwiches, salads, and a menu of Middle Eastern dishes, including fattoush, baba ganoush, meat pies, pita wraps with hummus, tabbouleh, and grape leaves stuffed with ground beef and rice. The smaller, quaint setting makes it well-suited to a casual lunch, and the menu has plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans.

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Mason's Creamery

A hybrid ice cream shop and casual Japanese kitchen, Mason's Creamery serves gourmet soft-serve made in-house alongside dumplings, ramen, tonkatsu, and corn dogs. Indoor and outdoor seating are both available. Note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, so plan accordingly if this is on your list.

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The Cleveland Bagel Company

Hand-rolled bagels in classic and creative flavors, piled with a range of cream cheese options including cheddar chive, brie honey walnut, thyme black pepper horseradish, chorizo chipotle, and vegan. The Classic Lox with cured salmon, plain schmear, red onion, and capers is a step up for those wanting something more substantial. A practical and satisfying grab-and-go option before a day in one of Cleveland's parks.

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Sushi En Downtown

Sushi En Downtown serves a full menu of rolls, soups, salads, rice bowls, and udon noodles for lunch and dinner. Specialty rolls like the Las Vegas Roll  -  cooked spicy salmon and crab, cream cheese, deep-fried avocado, jalapeno, spicy mayo, sriracha, and eel sauce  -  are a draw for those looking to go beyond the standards. Groups with bigger appetites can opt for the sushi boat, though it's worth arriving hungry.

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REBOL

An organic, health-focused all-day cafe with indoor and outdoor seating, REBOL serves breakfast sandwiches, bowls, broths, and a range of coffees, lattes, and smoothies made with oat or almond milk and premium ingredients. A selection of packaged health-conscious snacks is also available for guests on the go. A clean and energizing option for health-conscious visitors among the restaurants in Cleveland.