Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in University Circle

9 restaurants available nearby

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1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

4.7

Exceptional(1822)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

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.

2. Acqua di Dea

4.3

Awesome(945)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 9 times today

Our award winning Jola Eat Global Restaurant Group opened a third location in 2021. Since then, it has become a downtown hotspot with a trendy approach to the modern fine dining experience. Offering a unique combination of modern and classic coastal aesthetic in a sleek and rustic warehouse setting. Located in Cleveland's Historic Warehouse District in the heart of Downtown, Acqua Di Luca has an innovative Italian menu with remarkably fresh seafood, unique pasta dishes, extraordinary steaks and much more.We are excited to announce some significant changes within our restaurant family.Acqua di Luca located at 500 W. St. Clair Avenue will be renamed Acqua di Dea.These changes reflect our commitment to offering fresh and elevated dining. Acqua Di Dea will continue operations and ownership by Lola Jacaj.For private events contact a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

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3. Batuqui - Larchmere

4.8

Exceptional(836)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Shaker Square

Booked 14 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!

4. Edwins Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2706)

Price: Moderate

• French • Shaker Square

Booked 16 times today

Restaurant is steeped in tradition and care for the community. Restaurateur Brandon E. Chrostowski offers a unique experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine in the midst of Cleveland's Shaker Square. The restaurant has a unique mission; to eat well and do good. Founded in 2007, the mission of EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute is to instill leadership skills in formerly incarcerated men and women through an education in the culinary arts. Our aim is to change the face of re-entry through food and hospitality.A bientot!

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5. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1142)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cleveland West

For over twenty-eight years, our passion for exceptional quality, food and service has been our commitment. We pride ourselves on providing each and every guest with a five-star dining experience in a casual, yet sophisticated atmosphere.

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6. Flour - Italian Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(3448)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Moreland Hills

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.

7. Giovannis

4.8

Exceptional(1959)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beachwood

Since 1976 Giovanni's continues to serve Cleveland outstanding Italian cuisine & a unique dining experience. Giovanni's has been awarded the Di Rona, AAA & Wine Spectator Award, Cleveland Magazine "Silver Spoon" Award (Best Italian Restaurant & Best Italian Restaurant in Northern Ohio) several times over the years. The wine cellar, classified as one of the country's finest with over 800 selections, earned Wine Spectator's Grand Award.Giovanni's recent renovation brings the atmosphere more in tune to today's feelings. The Picasso Room with wood paneling, distinctive artwork, fireplace & elegant French doors, seating up to 30, is ideal for corporate & social functions.The imaginative cuisine offers surprising variations of classic recipes including handmade pastas, seafood, veal, lamb, beef & game. Elegance & first class service are an experience not to be missed. The more casual lounge & bar areas are excellent alternatives serving the same menu as the main dining room.

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8. Delmonico's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(3119)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Independence

Booked 31 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

9. Cru Uncorked

4.9

Exceptional(1856)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Moreland Hills

Invite your guests to a rare fine dining experience set in a French country château. Surround yourself with understated elegance in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere featuring four themed dining areas, banquet rooms, lounge and terraces. Enjoy meticulously crafted dishes, exquisitely paired wines and unsurpassed service, while we attend to every detail. Our Private Dining Room comfortably seats up to 16 guests at one table and can seat more at round tables. Our Wine Pavilion and Covered Patio can each hold around 50 guests total each offering fully dedicated service in a quiet setting. From the moment you enter, fine art sets the stage for an unforgettable visit. Winemaking relics, French jazz-era reliefs, period antiques, Napa Valley photography and vineyard-inspired artwork establish an atmosphere of welcome and intrigue. Each piece curated to complement a relaxing evening of incredible food and drink. Welcome to Cru Uncorked. Savor the moment.

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Megan
West Palm Beach •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What a lovely place! The service was wonderful and the food was excellent.
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Edwins RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French• Shaker Square
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4.8
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TinaVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food and service! We will definitely be going back. Best restaurant we have been to in Little Italy. Reminded me of all the delicious food we had on our last trip to Italy.
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La Dolce Vita - ClevelandPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Sarah
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food, friendly service! Our first time going and it was a great experience.
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Corleone's Ristorante & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cleveland West
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4.4
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Justin
Denver / Colorado •1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Unfortunately, they did not see our reservation when we arrived and the hostess seemed very annoyed. She didn’t take us to the table. She just pointed. It was also the waiter’s first official day and he had not learned any of the specials or the desserts. So he just to out the book and read to us. Food was tasty though and the atmosphere is very nice.
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Acqua di DeaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Downtown Cleveland
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4.3
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SeanVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Dec 2024
Always a lovely meal and experience. They consistently go above and beyond.
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Batuqui - LarchmerePrice: Expensive• Brazilian• Shaker Square
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4.8

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

2. Acqua di Dea

3. Batuqui - Larchmere

4. Edwins Restaurant

5. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar

6. Flour - Italian Kitchen

7. Giovannis

8. Delmonico's Steakhouse

9. Cru Uncorked

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