Best Restaurants in Cleveland (2026)
TL;DR
The 29 best restaurants in Cleveland right now, ranked by our local food team. From fine dining to neighborhood gems, each pick includes ratings, photos, pricing, and hours from Google Places.
Fahrenheit Cleveland
55 public square, 55 Public Square Suite 150, Cleveland
A sleek, buzzing hot spot offering New American fare with an Asian bent, backed by a long wine list.
Bright Side Italian Restaurant
1948 W 25th St, Cleveland
Dante
2247 Professor Ave suite c, Cleveland
Modern, Mediterranean-tinged New American dining & late-night noodles in a former bank building.
The Bourbon Street Barrel Room
2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland
Vibrant restaurant with New Orleans–inspired decor & cuisine, plus 2 bars & rotating craft brews.
1330 on the River
frank morrison building, 1330 Old River Rd, Cleveland
The Lakehouse
1146 Old River Rd, Cleveland
Light & contemporary riverfront restaurant with a terrace & a modern menu including sharing plates.
Butcher and the Brewer
2043 E 4th St, Cleveland
Industrial-chic brewpub serving a menu of carefully sourced American fare & housemade beers.
Casa La Luna
2100 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland
Swanky, art-filled fixture with choice Northern Italian mains, plus happy hours & an enclosed patio.
Fat Cats
2061 W 10th St, Cleveland
Funky hangout serving global small & large plates plus weekend brunch in a converted house.
Lago East Bank
1091 W 10th St, Cleveland
Late-night Aloft Hotel outpost offering upscale Italian dishes & cocktails with Lake Erie views.
4009 Orange Pl, Orange
The South Side
2207 W 11th St, Cleveland
Popular spot offering up American fare, sports on TVs & a 1,000-sq.-ft. patio.
Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland
811 Prospect Ave E Ste. E, Cleveland
Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar
National City Bank Building, 623 Euclid Ave, Cleveland
Upscale chophouse for steaks, seafood & cocktails in an opulent historic bank building.
Il Venetian
Key Tower, 100 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland
Classic Italian fare & drinks in an elevated dining room with high ceilings & natural light.
Blue Point Grille
700 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland
Bustling institution serving upscale seafood in an elegant, multilevel setting with skyline views.
Cleveland Chop
824 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland
Elevated steakhouse & sports bar serving handcrafted burgers, steaks & seafood in a lively setting.
L'Albatros
11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland
Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & wine.
12383 Cedar Rd, Cleveland Heights
High-end French plates including meat & seafood options with upscale drinks served amid luxe decor.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant in Cleveland?
Based on ratings and our editorial picks, the top restaurants in Cleveland span neighborhoods from Tremont to Ohio City. See our full ranked list of 29 picks above.
How were these restaurants selected?
Every restaurant is personally visited by our Cleveland-based food team. We cross-reference our picks with Google Places ratings and reviews for data-backed confidence.
How often is this list updated?
We update this guide every 3-4 months to reflect new openings, closures, and quality changes. Restaurant data refreshes daily.
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