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A photo of La Dolce Vita - Cleveland restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1800)
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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4.9
Exceptional(910)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 11 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!
A photo of Tutto Carne- Cleveland restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(163)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 5 times today
Tutto Carne- Cleveland is a fantastic choice for special occasions. The reviews are glowing, with customers praising the excellent food and service. As one reviewer mentioned, it's the 'perfect place to experience' a special night out. The ambiance is described as 'lovely and intimate', making it a great spot for an intimate meal or celebration. The steakhouse offers a unique, chef-inspired menu featuring hand selected and dry aged beef, adding to the overall dining experience.
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4.4
Awesome(3292)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 30 times today
Located in Downtown Cleveland, Chef Rocco Whalen's Fahrenheit is two spectacular stories of unforgettable flavors and gorgeous, sparkling interiors. This fresh new take on Cleveland’s beloved restaurant will blow you away. Fahrenheit is the perfect hotspot for the sharp dressed crowd and anyone looking for a culinary wonderland of mouthwatering mains, fresh shellfish towers, and innovative daily offerings. With unmatched views of downtown's action-filled city-center, the restaurant features luxurious furnishings and instagram-able scenes. Available for lunch and dinner, Rocco's cuisine will delight your senses with its Mediterranean and Asian accents and curated cocktails. Fahrenheit boasts a stunning bar, curved banquettes, scalloped ceiling, action-filled chef’s table, and a private dining room. Take the sweeping staircase and meet us on the second floor to elevate your night life with our exclusive rooftop menus and artistic energy. Become part of the buzzing new destination
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4.7
Exceptional(6520)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 34 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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4.4
Awesome(540)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 13 times today
Betts in Cleveland is a gem for special occasions. It's a mix of a restaurant and a cool home, offering a casual vibe with great service and a menu that has something for everyone. The reviews rave about its fantastic food and accommodating staff, with one mentioning their ability to accommodate a last-minute party expansion. It's also a perfect spot for a date or pre-show dinner, as one reviewer put it. So, if you're looking for a comfortable and delicious place to celebrate, Betts is the place to be.
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4.7
Exceptional(3249)
Price: Expensive
• American • Tremont
Booked 14 times today
Enjoy Michelin-starred chef Dante Boccuzzi"s signature restaurant DANTE. Located in a historic bank building in Tremont, DANTE restaurant has become one of Cleveland's premier dining spots. The decor features designs and works of art from local artists. Guests may choose from an a la Carte Menu or a Chef's Tasting Menu. Experience the excitement of dining in the kitchen as Chef Dante prepares and serves you a multiple course tasting menu.
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4.5
Awesome(578)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown Cleveland / E. 4th Street
Booked 13 times today
GOMA is a new Japanese fusion located at the corner of E. 4th and Prospect in downtown Cleveland. As Dante Boccuzzi’s newest restaurant, the menu draws upon Chef Boccuzzi’s worldwide award-winning culinary career, which includes serving as the executive chef at Nobu in Milan, where he worked directly with Nobu Matsuhisa and Giorgio Armani at the flagship establishment. **Validation for parking through East 4th Street Valet is available upon request.
A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2323)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 45 times today
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.
A photo of Batuqui - Larchmere restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(827)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian • Shaker Square
Booked 9 times today
Batuqui - Larchmere is a Brazilian restaurant in the heart of Cleveland, OH. It offers a unique Brazilian cuisine experience, with dishes like Picanha, a traditional Brazilian steak. The restaurant is frequently praised for its excellent food, service, and ambience. It's a popular choice for special occasions, as noted in one review: 'Great atmosphere. Delicious food. Great for sharing a meal with family.' So, if you're looking for a unique Brazilian dining experience in a cozy setting, Batuqui - Larchmere is the place to be.
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  • Jimvip
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food, ambiance, and service was exceptional. There was only one item that was sub par and needs to be addressed to have a remarkable experience. By arriving to a virtually nonexistent valet, the evening started off on the wrong foot. Fortunately, the rest of the evening made up for this. Because of the parking situation, I'd be hesitant to return on a busy night.
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    Valerio's RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4.9
  • Tracy
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Loved the food. Wish it was a little less loud. Service was wonderful and presentation was amazing.
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    FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
    4.4
  • Joycevip
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Amazing restaurant with thoughtful details and energy food was a 5 star! Great ambiance and can’t wait to tell all my family and friends!
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    Tutto Carne- ClevelandPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Little Italy
    4.8
  • Robin
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Absolutely wonderful dining experience. The service was incredible, food delicious, and ambience perfect. We had a lovely evening entertaining our European colleagues and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. Thank you!
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    La Dolce Vita - ClevelandPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
    4.7
  • Joe
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Professional restauranters are running this restaurant. This is old school service. Front end staff is pleasant and knowledgeable. Managers are attentive. Bartender is a pro. Our apps (we had 4 I'm embarrassed to admit) were excellent. The crab app and the mushroom gnocchi app (available in bar) were outstanding. My entre (grouper) was very salty but I will give that a pass because everything else was excellent. If you are seeking an old school fine dining experience with knowledgeable and personable wait staff in Cleveland, it is basically down to Johnny's on Fulton and Blue Point. I put this place on a level with several first rate restaurants in Manhattan and Washington D.C.
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    Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
    4.7
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