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A photo of La Dolce Vita - Cleveland restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1855)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 31 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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4.0
Excellent(398)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 5 times today
The Burnham Restaurant is your bridge to our community designed in the spirit of Daniel Burnham. In the heart of downtown Cleveland, we feature sustainable conscious cuisine steeped in our Mid-West traditions. Craft your own personal connection to our vibrant community with us.
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4.7
Exceptional(130)
Price: Expensive
• European • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 27 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.
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4.4
Awesome(114)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ohio City
Delicious & nutritious.Chef Andrew Bower and Kyle Fioretti.We source all seasonal produce and meats fresh from local, organic Northeast Ohio farms. And every component of every dish is made from scratch using the highest-quality ingredients. Located by the Cleveland staple, The Westside Market. Our atmosphere brings you light, bright and chic accents with a bit of pizzaz. Our extensive wine list features standouts and a captains list of special flavors exclusive to our location. HOURS:Wed-Thurs: 4pm-12amFri: 4pm-2:30amSat: 11am-2:30amSun: 11am-6pmVISIT:1948 W 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113(216) 274-1010*Reservations available for groups of 10 or more
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4.6
Exceptional(3466)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Moreland Hills
Booked 20 times today
Chef Paul Minnillo and Chef Matt Mytro opened Flour in 2011. For more than a decade, it has provided Northeast Ohioans with outstanding cuisine and service.Conveniently located on Chagrin Boulevard and Som Center Road in Moreland Hills, Flour - Italian Kitchen is both the neighborhood gathering place for family dinner and sophisticated private venue for the country’s largest corporations. An easy environment to celebrate an engagement with an exceptional bottle of wine, wrangle your crew after a winning soccer game… and everything in between. You can count on us for a modern aesthetic that feels comfortable, not cold. Flour is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, with an in-between menu from 2:30-5:00. Reservations are available for indoor seating with valet parking. We can accommodate parties of up to 60 people in our private dining space and cater wherever you plan to celebrate. We love our neighbors and welcome travelers near and far with open arms.
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4.1
Excellent(314)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Warrensville
Frederick's Wine and Dine is a new restaurant to the city of Warrensville Heights creating a casual, friendly sophisticated full service restaurant and lounge. Featuring a stage for live entertainment in a supper club atmosphere. At Frederick's you'll enjoy a warm welcoming ambiance with rich mahogany accent, and a must see fifty (50) foot custom built Bar for our daily weekday happy hour. Frederick's is open for Lunch and Dinner daily, with extended hours on the weekend.
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5.0
Exceptional(45)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lakewood
Mahall’s is now offering Lunch every Saturday from 11am – 4pm. Come and enjoy the classics on our dinner menu during the day while you watch the game, share drinks with friends or take in the history of our building. | Mahall's brunch is an experience unlike others in the surrounding Cleveland area. Dining in at a 100 year old bowling alley, you'll experience the delicious comfort food of chef Parker Shaffer. | GUIDELINES & INFORMATION 1. No substitutions on signature menu items. 2. We have a 15 minute grace period. If you’re running late for your reservation please call ahead. 3. Your table is reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Large parties (10+) can request longer durations. Please call ahead for parties of 10 or more. 4. Any parties of 8 or more will be on one check and will include 20% auto gratuity. 5. Last call for food is at 3:30pm on both Saturday & Sunday. 6. We do not serve brunch to the bowling lanes during brunch hours, we do serve Lunch to the lanes on Saturdays.

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  • Courtney
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Very nice and also the staff was respectful and very happy and very helpful and overall great experience
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    BrightSide-ClevelandPrice: Moderate• American• Ohio City
    4.4
  • Allie
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Flour any day of the week is awesome, so why not spend Valentine’s Day there! Food is amazingly consistent and delicious, the team that works there is always so nice and pleasant, and the wine, drinks, and dessert are yuuuummmy!
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    Flour - Italian KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Moreland Hills
    4.6
  • Daniel
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    For it being Valentine’s Day, all I can say is they really did an amazing job. Not just saying it, but it really was, amazing waiting staff, and quick and execellent food. To see the least it’s a must have when going to little Italy!
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    La Dolce Vita - ClevelandPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
    4.8
  • thomas
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our reservations were for 6PM as we we’re heading to a 7:30 play. We were seated promptly. None of are party had been there before. Our dinner partners had arrived early and enjoyed the bar area, for the pricing, ambience and generous pour. As it was Valentines Day they were busy but had enough staff. Our server, Cole did an exceptional job of explaining the dishes. Two of us had the Salmon dish and recommended salad. Both thought it was one of the best salmon they’ve had. We enjoyed two appetizers, wine the pesto pasta dish, and dessert. All delicious. We had a play subscriptions for 15 years. This in now our go to restaurant in Playhouse Square. Pricing was reasonable. We look forward to breaking bread again with family and friends at the Friar’s Table.
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    Friar's TablePrice: Expensive• European• Downtown Cleveland
    4.7
  • CaseyVIP
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 Feb 2025
    Great meal and great service — Marquetta was great!
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    The Burnham RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Cleveland
    4

Discover best comfort food restaurants in University Circle

Discover the perfect blend of warmth and flavor in University Circle, Cleveland, where comfort food takes center stage. In this vibrant area, nestled between cultural landmarks and academic institutions, a variety of restaurants serve up hearty dishes that promise to satisfy your cravings. From creamy pastas and savory pies to rich, slow-cooked meats, each establishment offers a unique take on traditional comfort foods that cater to both locals and visitors alike. The dining scene here is diverse, featuring cozy, casual eateries as well as more sophisticated spots, all united by a commitment to quality and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of classic American comfort food or looking to explore comforting international cuisines, University Circle's culinary offerings are sure to delight. Each restaurant is dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences, emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and genuine hospitality. Step into any of these spots to enjoy a meal that feels like home, yet surprises with its depth of flavor and culinary craftsmanship.

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