Restaurants near Cleveland Zoological Park

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1. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10785)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 51 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.

2. Casa la Luna

4.6

Exceptional(3739)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Flats

Booked 52 times today

Formerly Luca Italian Cuisine, Casa La Luna serves award-winning modern Italian food in a great city, with a great wine list and romantic European atmosphere. Located overlooking the Cuyahoga River, Casa La Luna has one of the most spectacular views of Cleveland.We are excited to announce some significant changes within our restaurant family.Luca Italian Cuisine at 2100 Superior Viaduct will transition to Casa La Luna.Those changes reflect our commitment to offering fresh and elevated dining. All three restaurants will continue operations and ownership by Lola Jacaj (Formerly Sema)For Special Events Contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

3. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 28 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

4. Cloak & Dagger

4.9

Exceptional(1103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Tremont

Booked 30 times today

A cocktail lounge with focus on hospitality and craft located next to Lincoln Park in the historic Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland.

5. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6627)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 27 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.

6. DANTE

4.7

Exceptional(3279)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 27 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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7. Heck's Of Ohio City

4.8

Exceptional(1554)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Ohio City

Booked 22 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.

8. Il Venetian

4.8

Exceptional(971)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 29 times today

Venetian Born Chef Alberto Leandri prepares flavors from home for Clevelanders at this upscale, modern Italian restaurant. The menu will feature handmade pastas, fresh fish and seafood, fine meats, and artisan pastries and gelato.

9. Friar's Table

4.6

Exceptional(169)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 30 times today

The Friars' Table is steeped in the Franciscan tradition of care and community.Located in Cleveland's Playhouse Square James Beard Finalist Brandon Chrostowski brings a cuisine focusing on Monastic ingredients and techniques in a chic, curated setting. The Friars' Table features dishes including hearty soups and stews, seasonal salads, Salmon St. Celestine and braised lamb shoulder along with wine and cocktails highlighting simplicity and tradition.The Friars' Table was uniquely founded by Brother Phillip Bernier of The Capuchin Ministries of Cleveland in partnership with Brandon Chrostowski of EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute. The mission focus on serving those in our community working to improve life through cuisine and education.

10. Johnny's Bar

4.9

Exceptional(848)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 6 times today

The original Johnny's serving fine Northern Italian Cusine. Opening in the 1920’s as Louise’s Garden, a restaurant that would flourish into the most reputable dining establishment in Cleveland. Renamed Johnny’s Bar in 1952, this neighborhood eatery located on Fulton Road serves authentic Italian food in an inviting atmosphere with private dining and patio dining available weather permitting.

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Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I took my lovely wife to an early dinner here. The Cleveland skyline and her beautiful smile combined for a lovely dining experience. The service was grand and the food, exquisite. I will be back!
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Summer PlacePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.7
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Marilyn JoanVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing as always!!!! Food, service and ambiance top notch! We had a new waiter JB and he was awesome! Our favorite downtown restaurant!!!!!!
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Casa la LunaPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Flats
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4.6
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David
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent dinner. The restaurant has become great. One of the best spots to impress someone over dinner.
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FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.4
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JoanneVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
we love this restaurant for celebrating our birthdays and other special events
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Pier WPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.8
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AmandaC
Nebraska •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We enjoyed the Chef’s trio pasta sampler and a great bottle of wine. Really appreciated the service, did an outstanding job!
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Il VenetianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Cleveland
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4.8

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