Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Independence

28 restaurants available nearby

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1. Delmonico's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(3083)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Independence

Booked 19 times today

Delmonico’s Steakhouse offers Certified Angus Beef, fresh seafood, and Italian classics in a retro 1950s Manhattan supper club atmosphere. Conveniently located off I-77 at Rockside Road, it is the perfect choice for a romantic evening, business lunch or dinner, or special occasion celebration. Guests can indulge in award-winning lobster bisque, enjoy a vibrant weeknight happy hour, or relax as the dedicated culinary and service staff take care of the rest. The restaurant also offers private and patio dining options

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2. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1135)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 9 times today

Corleone's Ristorante & Bar is a beloved neighborhood gem in Cleveland West. Known for its exceptional quality food and service, it's a favorite for over 28 years. Reviews praise it for its delicious food, friendly staff, and relaxing atmosphere. One reviewer even said it's a 'comfort food spot' where you leave satisfied. Whether it's a family dinner or a special occasion, it's always a hit with customers, who often recommend it to others.

3. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10613)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 65 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.

4. Blue Point Grille

4.8

Exceptional(6519)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 22 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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5. sarita a restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2391)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakewood

Booked 34 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.

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6. Heck's Of Ohio City

4.7

Exceptional(1507)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ohio City

Booked 29 times today

Heck’s Cafe ... Established more than 40 years ago in the heart of Ohio City, one of Cleveland's oldest areas and perhaps its most ethnically diverse and culturally rich neighborhood. Just across the Cuyahoga River from Downtown, Heck's Cafe is housed in a Charming 18th-century brick townhouse. Come enjoy our full bar and varied selection of beers and wines. Heck's Cafe has been winning awards for the best specialty hamburgers in Cleveland for many years. A popular spot for Sunday brunch, when the entrees include an indulgent eggs Benedict, stuffed french toast and a brie offering. Be sure to try our house-blended coffee.

7. Betts - Cleveland

4.4

Awesome(541)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 13 times today

Betts - Cleveland is a neighborhood gem due to its warm, cozy ambiance and exceptional service. Reviewers rave about the fresh, delicious food and its versatility, accommodating a variety of dietary needs. Its location in downtown Cleveland makes it a favorite pre-game or pre-show spot. Its unique blend of American dishes makes it a go-to place for anyone in the area.

8. DANTE

4.6

Exceptional(3251)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 25 times today

Enjoy Michelin-starred chef Dante Boccuzzi"s signature restaurant DANTE. Located in a historic bank building in Tremont, DANTE restaurant has become one of Cleveland's premier dining spots. The decor features designs and works of art from local artists. Guests may choose from an a la Carte Menu or a Chef's Tasting Menu. Experience the excitement of dining in the kitchen as Chef Dante prepares and serves you a multiple course tasting menu.

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9. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

4.6

Exceptional(2326)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 50 times today

Morton's The Steakhouse, the nation's premier steakhouse group, specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. The menu features a variety of favorite cuts, including a 24 ounce porterhouse, which is the house specialty; a 16 ounce New York Strip and a 12 ounce double cut filet.

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10. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

4.7

Exceptional(1802)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to La Dolce Vita Bistro - “The Sweet Life,” a restaurant and bistro created to recapture the bell-époque charm of “The Italian Drug,” opened here by Dr. Anthony Caruso in 1914. In the tradition of the great European bistros, La Dolce Vita is devoted to providing a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for everything from eight course dinners to coffee and Calvino. We strive to prepare the perfect meal, or the perfect cappuccino, and let you enjoy it at your leisure. Our pasta is cooked fresh to order, our sauces and dressing are painstakingly prepared using only the finest ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, the freshest vegetables, imported whole tomatoes, fresh basil and Italian parsley... and your table is reserved for the evening.

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Lisa
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our first time at Pier W. We were seated at the Booth facing Lake Erie and downtown Cleveland. They said that’s the best table in the restaurant. Our waitress went above and beyond our expectations as she was always asking if we need anything and always making sure everything is ok. The meal exceeded our expectations as the meal was so good. You have to try the buckeye torte. Out of this world. We will definitely be back.
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Pier WPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.8
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Michaelvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Melanie was great. The food was amazing. It was a great experience.
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Flour - Italian KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Moreland Hills
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4.7
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Sonya
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a good meal and the service was exceptional!!
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Delmonico's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Independence
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4.7
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Dan
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent experience with exquisite food and service!!
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Corleone's Ristorante & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cleveland West
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4.4
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Joe
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Professional restauranters are running this restaurant. This is old school service. Front end staff is pleasant and knowledgeable. Managers are attentive. Bartender is a pro. Our apps (we had 4 I'm embarrassed to admit) were excellent. The crab app and the mushroom gnocchi app (available in bar) were outstanding. My entre (grouper) was very salty but I will give that a pass because everything else was excellent. If you are seeking an old school fine dining experience with knowledgeable and personable wait staff in Cleveland, it is basically down to Johnny's on Fulton and Blue Point. I put this place on a level with several first rate restaurants in Manhattan and Washington D.C.
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Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
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4.8

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Delmonico's Steakhouse

2. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

3. Pier W

4. Blue Point Grille

5. sarita a restaurant

6. Heck's Of Ohio City

7. Betts - Cleveland

8. DANTE

9. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

10. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

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