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A photo of Maxi’s Bistro restaurant
1. Maxi’s Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(363)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • University Circle
Booked 8 times today
Nestled in the heart of Cleveland’s Historic Little Italy, Maxi’s embodies a vibrant atmosphere and a welcoming ambiance. We are open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.Our main level offers guests the opportunity to interact in a casual and upbeat setting or to partake in the dynamic liveliness of the bar. The cozy and intimate upstairs level seats 50 people comfortably and can be booked for events such as meetings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, graduations, presentations and more. Our fully enclosed and heated garden patio provides a relaxed and comfortable dining experience while the sidewalk tables allow for a most spectacular view of Little Italy.Whether you are looking for a place to dine before going to The Cleveland Orchestra concert or searching for the perfect location to share a conversation, Maxi’s welcomes you to enjoy dinner, an appetizer, a glass of wine at the bar, a Peroni while the game is going on, or even an espresso with a San Pellegrino for a caffeine push.
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2. SASA
4.9
Exceptional(935)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Shaker Heights
Booked 3 times today
Located at historic Shaker Square, SASA is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant. SASA's menu reflects global inspiration while maintaining the tradition and beauty of Japanese cooking. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, an extensive sake list, and craft beers on tap. Whether a night out with friends, dinner with family, or a business dinner, SASA will create a memorable evening. SASA has a REME HALO® indoor air purification system that uses U.V. filtration & hydro-peroxide plasma to inactivate bacteria & viruses to make our indoor dining room safer than ever.We welcome you to SASA!
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3. Batuqui - Larchmere
4.8
Exceptional(851)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian • Shaker Square
Booked 15 times today
Described as "Brazil in Cleveland", Batuqui is in the heart of Cleveland, OH and emphasizes the cuisines of the Bahia and Minas Gerais states of Brazil. Set in a casual but appealing dining room, there is also a full bar with custom cocktails.The menu at Batuqui is full of exciting and unique choices and they are known for their authentically grilled top sirloin steak called Picanha. They offer appetizers like the Frango Passarinho which is fired chicken in a cilantro sauce or the Salgadinhos which are savory hand-rolled Brazilian bar snacks and entrees like the hearty traditional Brazilian party dish called Feijoada. They have fantastic salads and an array of intriguing Brazilian entrees. Choices include fish, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options in addition to the grilled meats and Brazilian steaks that make Batuqui such an appealing spot. Love desserts? Their homemade chocolate bon bons called Brigadeiros or Coconut Butter Cake are amazing too!
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4. GINKO
4.8
Exceptional(427)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Tremont
Booked 24 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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5. Barroco Larchmere
3.9
Excellent(15)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Cleveland Heights
Booked 2 times today
Barroco is the best Latin restaurant in Cleveland! Our beautiful Larchmere location is a quaint and elegant space in contrast to its colorful sister store in Lakewood. We take pride in providing fresh, made from scratch Arepas on site, mouthwatering steaks and ceviches, the best mojitos and piña coladas north of the Caribbean and a warm service. Walk into La Pecora Pizzabar! Our new speakeasy Neapolitan pizza/bar located within. Experience the best hand tossed, wood-fired pizza in the land made by Pizzaiolo and owner Juan Vergara. Reservations can be made to La Pecora by visiting their website www.Lapecroapizzabar.com
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6. Masa & Agave
4.2
Awesome(29)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 5 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!
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7. Michelson and Morley
4.4
Awesome(511)
Price: Moderate
• American • University Circle
Booked 6 times today
An American-style bistro featuring a variety of locally source and seasonal small plates, flatbreads, sandwiches and entrees. Michelson and Morley is located inside CWRUs Tinkham Veale University Center.
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8. C2 Restaurant
3.7
Very Good(3)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cleveland East
C2 Restaurant, in Cleveland, situated in the InterContinental Suites, is a casual relaxed restaurant & bar setting focused on healthy and cultural dishes composed from locally sourced ingredients and complimented by a selection of beverages,and craft cocktails serviced by a passionate and empathetic team. Sandwiches on the menu at C2 Restaurant include the smoked turkey club, Greek salad wrap and more. For entrées you can enjoy the likes of meat loaf, Prime 8oz Grilled Bistro Steak, Mushroom Stroganoff & Grilled Salmon. You'll also find a dessert menu offering warm Smores Cake ,Espresso Crème Brule , Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake and Apple Galette.
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9. Paloma- Van Aken
4.6
Exceptional(34)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Shaker Heights
Booked 4 times today
Paloma opened in 2022 in The Van Aken District by Carl Quagliata and Zach Ladner’s Q&L Hospitality.Paloma has been led by two remarkable young women who have been part of the Q & L Hospitality family for more than a decade. Alyssa Ladner serves as the General Manager, overseeing the front of house and the beverage program. She collaborates closely with Chef de Cuisine Ky’tana Bradley, who manages the kitchen.Originally launched as a casual taco concept in 2022, Paloma has transformed over the past two years into something much more sophisticated. While tacos remain available at the bar, our dinner menu now showcases a selection of artfully crafted appetizers, main courses, and desserts, with steaks being a highlight. Our inspiration comes from the diverse flavors, ingredients, and techniques of Latin America.The goal at Paloma is simple: give people the best food and the best service that we can in a space that can only be described as transformative.
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10. District
4.4
Awesome(1086)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
Booked 12 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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