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Cleveland has an amazing food scene that is a big surprise for some tourists but not for the locals.

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Steakhouses

RED Downtown
This amazing steakhouse delivers with the quality of the food along with the elegant and upscale atmosphere. You can go wrong here or at their new location in Pinecrest on the East Side.

Hyde Park Grille
From appetizer to salad to dinner to desert, Hyde Park in Beachwood does it all well. They even have crab legs and lobster for non-meat eaters. Dark wood and dark green decor give the dining room a kind of club-like feel. Great place to conduct business or take a date.

Morton's
Located inside The Avenue at Tower City this national steakhouse chain obviously believes bigger is better. Everything from the steak to the broccoli is served in gigantic portions at Morton's. If quantity is important to you, go to Morton's.

The Cabin Club
The decor of this steakhouse on the West Side matches the name. You'll find a rustic cabin-like atmosphere along with great steak.

Fine Dining

Cleveland's fine dining scene has finally hit the map. There are plenty of great restaurants to choose from. Just make sure to call ahead for reservations and be prepared to lay some cabbage on the table.

Johnny's Bar on Fulton and Johnny's Downtown
Johnny's Bar on Fulton and its sister restaurant, Johnny's Downtown, are two of Cleveland's finest restaurants. Johnny's Bar on Fulton is located in a converted bar in a small Cleveland neighborhood approximately ten minutes from downtown Cleveland. The atmosphere at the Fulton location is loud, lively and eclectic. The downtown location is stately and the atmosphere is more mellow. Service at both the Fulton and the downtown locations is first rate. Veal is the specialty at Johnny's, but there are plenty of other offerings to choose from. The potato-crusted grouper is one of our favorites. Save room for the bananas foster, Johnny's signature dessert.

Fahrenheit
This fantastic spot in Tremont will have you coming back for more. Chef Rocco will make you a meal to remember.

Blue Pointe Grill
Blue Pointe Grille is located in downtown Cleveland's Warehouse District. It is famous for, what else, Blue Pointe oysters. The seafood platter appetizer features Blue Pointe oysters, crab legs and shrimp. The restaurant and bar areas are both visually appealing. The menu is predominantly seafood. The lobster bolognese and the lobster mashed potatoes make Blue Pointe worth the trip. The atmosphere is trendy, upscale and fairly loud. It's a great place to take a date.

Mallorca
Mallorca is located in Cleveland's Warehouse District. Mallorca specializes in Mediterranean seafood specialties. The service is attentive, if not distracting.

Giovanni's
Giovanni's is located in Beachwood, an eastern suburb approximately thirty minutes from downtown Cleveland. Features upscale Italian food in a formal setting. Generous portions and creative desserts are the norm at Giovanni's. The only downside to Giovanni's is its location in the basement of a suburban office building.

Shuhei
This is one of the few places to go in Cleveland if you are looking for good sushi. The fish is always fresh and the waitresses wear authentic Asian garb. You'll find plenty of other Asian specialty choices for people who won't eat raw fish. Located in Beachwood, an eastern suburb approximately twenty-five minutes from downtown Cleveland. Call for reservations, the place is usually packed.

Sarita in Lakewood
Sarita offers excellent food in an elegant setting located in the heart of Lakewood immediately west of Cleveland.

Casual Dining

If you're looking for good food and a laid back atmosphere, check out one of the restaurants listed below.

Great Lakes Brewing Company
Cleveland's original microbrewery and brewpub. The food is actually pretty good, but go for the beer. Great place to meet, get drunk and eat sausage. Standard brewpub fare. Located on the near West Side of Cleveland, approximately five minutes from downtown. Check out our review of Dortmunder Gold.

Mama Santa's Pizza
Mama Santa's is located in Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood. Little Italy has many great Italian restaurants and bakeries. Mama Santa's is our pick for pizza. While you're in Little Italy, make sure to stop in at Presti's for donuts or Corbo's for Italian lemon ice. A lot of local artists have chosen Little Italy as their home. Leave home early enough and you and your date can check out some of the local art galleries and shops before heading to Mama Santa's.

The South Side
This bar and restaurant is located in Tremont near downtown, which has tons of food and drink options. The long bar is fun and they have a beautiful outdoor patio area as well. This place offers casual food with creativity and flair and the food is always delicious.

Wine Bar in Rocky River
Wine Bar in Rocky River is a long awaited and much appreciated addition to the already idyllic town on lake on the west side. Rocco Whalen, of Fahrenheit Tremont (see below), has created an elegant, charming atmosphere which is every bit what one would expect from this powerhouse chef and savvy restaurateur. Wine Bar has a fantastic patio complete with pergola and abundant, beautiful outdoor seating for dining and relaxing. The grounds are landscaped and inviting and yet the atmosphere allows for casual repast. Inside the decor promises warm and cozy conversation fireside or, perhaps, some of Rocco's delectable victuals in the dark paneled bar with luxurious granite top. The design allows for an indoor/outdoor experience by the ingenuity of a glass "garage" door which opens the Wine Bar to the warm weather. This is the place to be and we encourage everyone to stop in to check it out.

Shooter's on the Water
The food is pretty average, but Shooter's is one of the best scenes in Cleveland. Located on the West Bank of the Flats, the outdoor deck is a hotspot for boaters and babes. The view of the river and the lake can be incredible. Don't bother going in the winter.

Flat Iron Cafe
The Flat Iron is also located in the Flats. The Flat Iron is known for its fried perch and wide selection of bottled beer. The food is good and very reasonably priced. Great place to meet for lunch or a quick meal before heading off into the Flats' bar scene.

Chez Michel French Market
Find delicious sandwiches at this hidden gem in Avon, Ohio, one of the western suburbs of Cleveland .

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