Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

58 restaurants available nearby

1. District

4.1

Excellent(1080)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

Booked 4 times today

A New Breed of the American Brasserie. District’s Imaginative Food and Wine, Balancing Exceptional Hospitality, Comfortable Surroundings and Extraordinary Value. Serving Contemporary American Cuisine in Playhouse Square with a Mediterranean Soul, European Influence and Local Focus. From Outstanding Wines by the Glass, Dining at the Bar with Seasonal Ingredients Positioned in an Emerging Downtown Cleveland Location, District Will Compliment the Cleveland Restaurant Landscape.

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2. The Burnham Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(391)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 2 times today

The Burnham Restaurant is your bridge to our community designed in the spirit of Daniel Burnham. In the heart of downtown Cleveland, we feature sustainable conscious cuisine steeped in our Mid-West traditions. Craft your own personal connection to our vibrant community with us.

3. Lago East Bank

4.6

Exceptional(1340)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Flats

Booked 11 times today

The regional and contemporary menu at Lago is a culmination of northern Piedmontese dishes to Sicilian seafood dishes inspired by 30 years of Italian cooking and upbringing. We have also added in some popular American-Italian dishes for those guests looking for a more modern Italian dining experience. The beverage options at Lago are equally as much thought out in standard and craft as the food menu. Lago offers a unique predominantly Italian wine list, where a large number of bottles can also be ordered by the glass, and half bottle. A 10 selection draft list, well thought out craft bottled beer, Italian inspired handcrafted cocktail & martini list sets Lago apart from all the rest! Lago’s philosophy is simple… The freshest ingredients, made from scratch menu items, using simple recipes to bring authentic Italian flavors to the table. All inside a warm and inviting atmosphere where good food and good friends coexist in blissful harmony. Annually a "Best Of" Winner, Come and join us!

4. Cleveland Chop

4.7

Exceptional(2159)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 16 times today

We are Cleveland's & Favorite Steakhouse offering a premium experience at an affordable price. Situated in the Historic Warehouse District, the Cleveland Chop is located at 824 West St Clair between W 6th and W 9th street. We are minutes away from downtown hotels, Rocket Mortgage Field House, Progressive Field, Browns Stadium and the Convention Center. We offer dinner, lunch, and our award winning Sunday brunch menu. Please refer to our website for current menu offerings.We will be offering our Easter & Mothers Day Brunch! Please contact the restaurant regarding private functions.

5. Masa & Agave

4.1

Excellent(18)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Masa & Agave Cleveland!Worshipped as the Aztec gods of fertility and long life, venerated for their powers of sustenance, corn masa and agave have been central to Mexican culture and cuisine since ancient times.Using authentic techniques, we prepare corn masa-based starters and Mexico City-style tacos that are bursting with regional flavors, along with dinner classics like Pork Carnitas and Negro Monelo-Braised Beef Short Ribs.Our collection of 100 agave spirits pays homage to the jimadores and mezcaleros who have labored over their craft for generations. Sip on a copita or two, or gather friends for one of our signature Margaritas - try the Tradicionale, Tamarindo or a Margarita al Gusto mixed with your choice of spirit. Salud!

6. Sora

4.7

Exceptional(515)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 26 times today

SUSHI AT SORA STOPS FROM 3-4pm THERE IS HAPPY HOUR ONLY AVAILABLE DURING THIS TIMESora is a deliberately thought out plan to bring an elevated sushi experience to the Midwest. Visit us on social @eatatsora for all updates to our menu and events!Sunday through Wednesday we offer a wide variety of sushi and hot-line items until 10pm but our bar will stay open later for guest to enjoy cocktails and the ambiance. Thursday, Friday and Saturday we offer our full menu from 4-11 and a limited "late-night" menu from 11-1 for anyone that is looking for a late bite. Our bar on the weekend is full service until 2am always offering great music, friendly staff and eclectic vibes. Annually a "Best Of" winner. Come and join us!

7. GINKO

4.9

Exceptional(398)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Tremont

Booked 18 times today

Irashaimase!!! We welcome you to enjoy Ginko Sushi Bar and traditional Japanese cuisine in Tremont. Our fish is always fresh, flown in from around the world, picked for Ginko. Ask about our daily specials and Ohio's largest Sake and Japanese Craft Beer offerings. We look forward to seeing you and walk-ins are always welcome!!!

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8. Agave & Rye - Cleveland

3.4

Very Good(81)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 5 times today

Ah, Cleveland! Home to Rock 'n' Roll, LeBron's old stomping ground, and now the ultimate taco sensation - Agave & Rye! Nestled in the heart of this bustling city, where the music is as vibrant as a jalapeño's kick, our Cleveland location brings a fiesta like no other. Tacos near you? More like tacos right under your nose! And trust us, we're not talking about those cardboard-tasting foldovers; our Tacos are the LeBron James of the taco world – the MVP of Mexican food in Cleveland!

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9. Heck's Of Ohio City

4.7

Exceptional(1507)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ohio City

Booked 18 times today

Heck’s Cafe ... Established more than 40 years ago in the heart of Ohio City, one of Cleveland's oldest areas and perhaps its most ethnically diverse and culturally rich neighborhood. Just across the Cuyahoga River from Downtown, Heck's Cafe is housed in a Charming 18th-century brick townhouse. Come enjoy our full bar and varied selection of beers and wines. Heck's Cafe has been winning awards for the best specialty hamburgers in Cleveland for many years. A popular spot for Sunday brunch, when the entrees include an indulgent eggs Benedict, stuffed french toast and a brie offering. Be sure to try our house-blended coffee.

10. The South Side

4.6

Exceptional(56)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tremont

Booked 7 times today

Walk-ins welcome!We proudly work with local producers and farms to bring you the best dining experience. Our chefs work directly with local growers, collaborate with local small businesses, producers and farmers and love cooking for you everyday. All our sauces, dressings and soups are made in house from the freshest ingredients, and have been this way since day one. Our signature cocktails are all made from fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. We crate original syrups and infusions based on the seasons, precisely designed to pair perfectly with your food. For a cozy dinner date, enjoy the indoor patio room with a beautiful fireplace. Large groups are welcome, we offer party planning for special events. Grab a seat at the 20 seat bar and enjoy craft cocktails and a huge beer selection. Catch the game on large TVs on Sundays. Dog friendly patio, weather permitting. Great Happy Hour specials M-F, and the Late Night Menu is served everyday until 2am.

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Christyvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great location if you are seeing a show at playhouse. Good was good, service was a bit slow, but they are packed if you are going to dinner before a show.
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DistrictPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
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4.1
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Ericka
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I really enjoyed my dining experience at Masa & Agave! It was a football game night between the Browns and Steelers and the energy was amazing! They had a DJ playing great music that ranged over all genres which made the dining experience even more enjoyable! The service was excellent even with how busy it was. No excessive wait times and my waitress, Samaria, was very attentive, helpful and very nice! I highly recommend trying the Queso Fundido as an appetizer and the Beef Birria and Fish Baja Tacos were so delicious! Very fresh, authentic and well presented. I would highly recommend visiting Masa & Agave next time you are in Downtown Cleveland!
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Masa & AgavePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown Cleveland
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4.1
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Sherri
Coastal Georgia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Amazing food and service! This was our first trip to Cleveland so we looked on Trip Advisor for a recommendation. We loved it. Friendly servers. Comfortable atmosphere.
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Cleveland ChopPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7
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Dawn
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
Service was outstanding. Great place for a special and memorable meal. Menu is manageable which we appreciated.
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Lago East BankPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Flats
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4.6
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tracyvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 4, 2024
The newly revamped menu items we had were delish for both breakfast and dinner! Service was very attentive and top notch. We felt like family here! We look forward to coming back to visit again very soon!
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The Burnham RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.3

Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

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58 restaurants available nearby

1. District

2. The Burnham Restaurant

3. Lago East Bank

4. Cleveland Chop

5. Masa & Agave

6. Sora

7. GINKO

8. Agave & Rye - Cleveland

9. Heck's Of Ohio City

10. The South Side

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