Best Restaurants in Cleveland, Ohio 2020 | Cleveland Bricks

With restaurants reopening all over the city, and hungry citizens venturing out into the world, the question “What’s for dinner?” is easily answered. Over the past few years, Cleveland has earned a reputation for excellent, unique restaurants and chefs. Restaurants all over, even the best restaurants in Cleveland, have had a tough time during the pandemic. Let’s take a look at some of the best restaurants in Cleveland and surrounding areas, and dine out tonight.

Lola Bistro

Of course, our list of best restaurants in Cleveland has to begin with our own chef Micheal Symon’s Lola Bistro. Located on delightful E. 4th Street, Lola’s has satisfied customers, won awards, and made a special place for itself in the city. The summer menu highlights a tasty selection of perogies, seafood, smoked pork chop, and more. For hours of operation, reservations, or more information click here.

Dante Restaurant

Since 2010, one of the best restaurants in Cleveland, Dante’s has been serving up impressive “Modern American Cuisine.” Chef Dante Boccuzzi has earned a Michelin Star for his work in New York and has been nominated twice for a James Beard Award. This Tremont hotspot offers a variety of menu options. Choose from the chef’s tasting menu, 5 or 7 courses, specialty meats and fishes, and homemade pasta. To learn more about Dante’s or the other restaurant’s Chef Boccuzzi operates, click here.

Don’s Pomeroy House

This romantic restaurant is situated in a historic mansion and has a fine style and remarkable details. The main floor offers fine dining, and the lower floor is home to Don’s Pub. A wooden bar, cozy fireplaces, and their wide selection of bourbon are just a few reasons Don’s Pomeroy House is one of the best restaurants in Cleveland. Their dinner menu features steak, seafood, and chicken, while their pub and patio menu offers more traditional bar fare including fries and wings. For more information about Don’s Pomeroy House click here.

Blue Point Grill

To satisfy your craving for fine seafood dishes look no further than the Blue Point Grill. What makes this one of the best restaurants in Cleveland is its amazing service and attention to detail. The spacious dining area is welcoming and offers great street views. Blue Point Grills menu is packed to the gills with treats from the sea including oysters, lobsters, salmon, and much more. With takeout and dine-in options available, remember the Blue Point Grill for your next meal.

Johnny’s Bar On Fulton

If Italian food is what you are looking for, Johnny’s Bar On Fulton has you covered. With mentions from The Plain Dealer, New York Times, and The Miami Herald, Johnny’s Bar knows how to prepare fine Italian cuisine. From the classics like veal parmigiana and linguine with clam sauce to the fantastic panko-crusted lamb chops or their “house specialty desserts,” try some incredible food here, at one of the best restaurants in Cleveland.

Adega

This trendy spot offers an eclectic selection of “authentic, modern cuisine.” Some of the specialties on Adega’s dinner menu include citrus branzino, mushroom ragout, and braised lamb shank. Their lunch menu offers rigatoni bolognese, roasted chicken, and salmon. What makes this one of Cleveland’s best restaurants? Brunch! Enjoy Croque Madames, brioche french toast, and a variety of eggs benedict every Saturday and Sunday. Learn more and make a reservation by clicking here.

As Cleveland’s mainstay restaurants try to get back to work, it is a wonderful time to support local businesses. We hope you have an amazing dinner tonight! Stay safe and healthy Cleveland!