Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Betts - Cleveland

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 9 times today

Please call the restaurant at +1 (216) 357-2680 if looking to book a reservation for parties over (5) five guests. We are more than happy to accommodate you and your party if possible. "Betts" is a tribute to Elizabeth Schofield, wife of Captain Levi Schofield and our namesake. The space is cozy yet airy and feels like a mix between a restaurant and a very cool home that you’d happily want to reside in all day. Betts is inspired by American dishes we all know and love but reinvented with a thoughtful approach. The menu focuses on freshness, quality and whole foods put out from a predominantly scratch kitchen. It's easy to eat healthy here and it's just as easy to indulge- the menu has something for everyone.

2. Blue Point Grille

4.8

Exceptional(6519)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 24 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.

3. Casa la Luna

4.7

Exceptional(3653)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Flats

Booked 40 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

4. Sora

4.7

Exceptional(515)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 11 times today

SUSHI AT SORA STOPS FROM 3-4pm THERE IS HAPPY HOUR ONLY AVAILABLE DURING THIS TIMESora is a deliberately thought out plan to bring an elevated sushi experience to the Midwest. Visit us on social @eatatsora for all updates to our menu and events!Sunday through Wednesday we offer a wide variety of sushi and hot-line items until 10pm but our bar will stay open later for guest to enjoy cocktails and the ambiance. Thursday, Friday and Saturday we offer our full menu from 4-11 and a limited "late-night" menu from 11-1 for anyone that is looking for a late bite. Our bar on the weekend is full service until 2am always offering great music, friendly staff and eclectic vibes. Annually a "Best Of" winner. Come and join us!

5. Amazonia

4.8

Exceptional(128)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lakewood

Booked 9 times today

At Amazonia Bar, our mission is to transport you on a journey deep into the heart of adventure, where our vibrant culture converges to create a tapestry of flavors and experiences unlike any other.We are dedicated to sharing the rich heritage and remarkable ingredients that the Amazon has to offer, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the natural world and its indigenous communities. Through our carefully crafted cocktails, we aim to be your guide in exploring the hidden treasures of this extraordinary ecosystem, one sip at a time.We are also proud to say we serve some of the best Neapolitan style pizza. Dashing these pizzas out of a robust wood fired oven, our recipe is directly sourced from the trattorias in Naples, Italy through hard direct research work there. We also offer a variety of small plates to share during an evening out for cocktails.

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6. Batuqui - Larchmere

4.7

Exceptional(828)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Shaker Square

Booked 7 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!

7. SASA

4.9

Exceptional(916)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Shaker Heights

Booked 4 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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8. The Haunted House Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(3897)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cleveland Heights

Booked 19 times today

If you are into unique restaurant concepts and love horror movies. The Haunted House Restaurant in Cleveland Heights have created something for you.Senior Executive Chef: SuperChef Darnell FergusonSignature Dish: The Twilight

9. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10605)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 45 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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10. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1134)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 6 times today

Corleone's Ristorante & Bar is worth the drive, as it's a gem in Cleveland's West neighborhood. It's been serving exceptional quality Italian food for over twenty-eight years. As one reviewer said, 'The food, services, and atmosphere is always top notch. Highly recommend.' Another reviewer mentioned the 'excellent food and excellent service' and a third review highlighted the 'great food and great service!' It's clear that Corleone's Ristorante & Bar is a go-to spot for a top-notch dining experience.

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Ellen
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our waitress, Chloe, was fabulous and our hostess went above and beyond in getting us gift cards. As always, the food was great, the view was superb, and it was a great overall experience. So many thanks to all. PS...Make sure you buy your holiday gift cards here and get a bonus for doing so.
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Pier WPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.8
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kenvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First trip back since the name change, we thought it was outstanding. The shrimp and scallop and calamari appetizers were all fresh and delicious sauces. I had the grouper topped with crab special, the grouper was fresh and a generous portion. The sauce again was delicious. The fruit de mar pasta dish had plenty of seafood and a nice variety , again they nailed the sauce. The lobster ravioli was fantastic, again generous portion and delicious sauce. Finished off with a creme brulee we shared …. Perfect. Service was also very good . We will be back soon.
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Casa la LunaPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Flats
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4.7
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michelle
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our waitress, Mallory was fantastic., she was very knowledgeable, helpful with recommendations being that tis was our first time at your establishment. Awesome experience overall!
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Strip SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Avon / Avon Lake
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4.8
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Amanda
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Second time there. The experience this time was much smoother. The vibe was vibin our server was very efficient and friendly. The food was amazing. LOVE the fried bananas. 🤩
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Texas de Brazil - WoodmerePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Woodmere
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4.4
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tiffany
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Such a fun experience! The food was incredible! If you have a horror movie fan, you have to take them! They have a purge birthday experience as well, which was such a fun little thing. I also appreciated that they could tell my autistic son was not excited about the characters, and they didn't go up to him! Would definitely come back!
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The Haunted House RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Cleveland Heights
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4.3

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Betts - Cleveland

2. Blue Point Grille

3. Casa la Luna

4. Sora

5. Amazonia

6. Batuqui - Larchmere

7. SASA

8. The Haunted House Restaurant

9. Pier W

10. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

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