Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Lakewood

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1. sarita a restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2421)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakewood

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to Sarita, where we are slightly obsessed with serving good food among friends and family. Our focus is on healthy, new American cuisine – a celebration of all our backgrounds and roots. The best of the best eats if you will. Lighter dishes with natural reductions, a lot of vinaigrettes, less cream, less butter — but unbelievable flavors. This is what you can expect if you choose to dine with us. And we hope you will. The name Sarita is a nod to Chef Anthony Romano’s mentor, plus the name of a song by the New Orleans band, The Subdudes, one of the chef’s favorites. The restaurant is owned by executive chef Romano. His approach to Sarita is fairly simple: to create a space that’s a reflection of his kind of place.relaxing, fun and celebrate life in the company of friends and family with good food and a great cocktail in hand.

2. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10696)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 70 times today

Join Us for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Reservations are available for Lunch Monday-Friday from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, Dinner Sunday-Thursday from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm-10:00 pm and Brunch on Sundays from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. Business Casual Dress Code is required. Window tables are limited and we cannot guarantee seating but will do our best to accommodate your request. Reservations of 5 guests or more cannot be made online, please call for availability. Reservations will be honored up to 15 minutes past your scheduled reservation time and we require the majority of your guests to arrive prior to seating. Beyond this time period, your table will be released and we will accommodate you when, and if, a table becomes available.

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3. Luca West ITALIAN CUISINE

4.6

Exceptional(2024)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westlake

Booked 26 times today

Luca West features high-end modern Italian served in a classy, Tuscan setting. Diners will find many of their favorite dishes that made Chef Luca’s Italian Cuisine such a grand success in downtown Cleveland. But new to Luca West are a number of unique menu choices that will become new favorites, for our new friends on the west side of Cleveland. The wine program at Luca West meets the standards of the most adventurous wine fan, including our globally expansive list of wines by the glass. Reservations are recommended. Please contact us for private dining and seasonal patio options.Live music every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on the patio weather permitting June to September. Please see our website for the calendar of musicians. https://www.lucawest.com/

4. Salmon Dave's

4.6

Exceptional(1469)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cleveland West

Booked 14 times today

Opening our doors in 1993, Salmon Dave’s has proudly endured as one of Greater Cleveland’s favorite local haunts. With an informal approach to upscale dining, our cozy neighborhood spot has gained a legendary reputation. After a recent head-to-toe renovation, Rocky River’s favorite restaurant is better than ever. The timeless character of the historic building lives on with distressed brick walls, crown moldings, and its signature mahogany bar. The updated feel is an eclectic balance of traditional and contemporary design elements, creating the perfect backdrop for Salmon Dave’s spirited bar scene and relaxed dinner vibe. Veteran chef Mario Brown and his talented culinary team offer new menu selections alongside fan-favorites, maintaining our promise of providing the freshest “Guaranteed Seafood.”

5. The Palazzo

4.8

Exceptional(656)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 11 times today

The Palazzo is a hit for special occasions. Reviewers rave about the 'exquisite gastronomy experience', 'exceptional service' and 'beautiful atmosphere'. It's a place where you can 'usually get a reservation' for special dates like daughters' graduation or wedding celebrations. The 'delicious food', 'attentive staff' and 'beautiful inside' make it an ideal venue for impressing people.

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6. Don's Lighthouse Grille

4.3

Awesome(2184)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Cleveland West

Booked 11 times today

Don"s Lighthouse is located along Cleveland's scenic lakefront seven minutes from downtown's sports, theater and concert districts. Situated in a landmark building, Don's offers the freshest seafood, steaks,and chops and is a premier dining spot in Northeast Ohio.

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7. Sakana Sushi Bar - Rocky River

4.6

Exceptional(298)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Rocky River

Booked 12 times today

A DESTINATIONSushi. Fusion. Cocktails. Laughter. Elegance.Sakana Sushi Bar and Lounge, aims to please. From our beautiful bar dining area, spacious patio, family friendly main dining room - Sakana is the place to be.Enjoy our Happy Hour from 3-6pm Tuesday-Friday and all day Sunday! (dine in only)

8. Johnny's Bar

5.0

Exceptional(835)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 13 times today

Johnny's Bar is a treasured spot for special occasions, as mentioned in many reviews. The inviting atmosphere and exceptional service have made it a favorite for family celebrations and business dinners. The consistent quality and presentation of their fine Northern Italian cuisine, particularly their in-house specialty desserts, further enhances the dining experience. It's no wonder one reviewer considers it a 'go-to place for all occasions'.

9. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3349)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 22 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

10. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6576)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 35 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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Gale
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had one of the best fine dining experiences at Pier W. My husband is on a very restrictive diet and I eat extremely clean. Our server, Samantha, was absolutely outstanding!!! Once we told her about our dietary needs/wishes, she immediately suggested we customize our dishes. We did and the chef did an awesome job! Samantha is as pleasant as she is knowledgeable. The atmosphere is amazing and everyone we came in contact with seemed happy to be there! Thank you for the experience!!! Can’t wait to return!
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Pier WPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.8
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Jeffrey
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful salmon dinner w/risotto. First time I tried their lobster bisk - to my enjoyment it was the very BEST I've ever had. Kudos!!! Also very friendly and attentive server as per expected here. Kudos!!!
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Salmon Dave'sPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Cleveland West
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4.6
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Jerry
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good food, nice atmosphere, great place for a quiet dinner, family dinner or date night. Nice bar area with a good selection of drink options
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The PalazzoPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Cleveland West
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4.8
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Michael
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Fantastic food, best steak I’ve ever eaten! Special was 18z ribeye… and let me tell you, I couldn’t cook a steak like that if I tried! We went for our anniversary and the way we were treated was phenomenal. Diana was our server and she amazing! Highly recommend!
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Luca West ITALIAN CUISINEPrice: Expensive• Italian• Westlake
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4.6
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JohnVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Wife and I had terrific dinner last evening. Ostrich and scallops appetizers, lobster pasta and mussels saffron pasta entrees all outstanding. Our server Jen was extremely helpful in choosing two bottles of the style of wines we wanted (we took part of each bottle home!). Looking forward to returning to try many other dishes.
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sarita a restaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Lakewood
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4.8

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. sarita a restaurant

2. Pier W

3. Luca West ITALIAN CUISINE

4. Salmon Dave's

5. The Palazzo

6. Don's Lighthouse Grille

7. Sakana Sushi Bar - Rocky River

8. Johnny's Bar

9. Fahrenheit

10. Blue Point Grille

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