Best Hot Spot Restaurants in University Circle

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Fahrenheit

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 39 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

2. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6556)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 38 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. DANTE

4.6

Exceptional(3262)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 15 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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4. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

4.6

Exceptional(2352)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 46 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.

5. Betts - Cleveland

4.6

Exceptional(550)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 17 times today

Betts - Cleveland is a hot spot due to its unique blend of cozy and upscale ambiance. It's a place where you can easily share plates, drinks, and conversation, as one reviewer noted. The service is consistently top-notch and the food is highly praised, with a focus on freshness, quality, and whole foods. The menu has something for everyone, from veggie burgers to wide variety of options. Betts is recommended by many, making it a go-to place in downtown Cleveland.

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6. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Cleveland

4.5

Awesome(1306)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland / E. 4th Street

Booked 21 times today

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is now open! We look forward to welcoming you back to our made from scratch, southern inspired cuisine!

7. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10666)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 81 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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8. The Capital Grille – Cleveland – Lyndhurst

4.8

Exceptional(2589)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lyndhurst

Booked 59 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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9. Delmonico's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(3112)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Independence

Booked 33 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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10. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Beachwood

4.6

Exceptional(1512)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Beachwood

Booked 55 times today

Beachwood Ohio’s most popular fine dining restaurant, the Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located on Chagrin Blvd at I-271 next to the Hilton-Home 2 and Hotel Indigo and 5 minutes from Beachwood Place, Legacy Village and Pinecrest Shopping Center. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse remains at the very top of the restaurant list for intimate dinners, special occasions, business meetings, corporate events and large receptions. Private dining and event rooms available. Complimentary valet parking offered.

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Sarah
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My husband and I found Blue Point Grille through reviews online, and we are thrilled we did. We both are still raving about our meal the next day. I had the grouper and he had the blue heaven seafood meal. We started with oysters and a bottle of Sancerre, ending on a high note with crème brûlée and cheesecake. It was an expensive experience, but it was worth it for the delicious food and helpful staff. They spaced out the courses very nicely, and while it was decadent, it wasn’t overly rich. We will be back next time we are in Cleveland. 10/10
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Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7
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gina
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great drinks and food. Attentive server who helped guide food and drink choices. Very happy all around!
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Betts - ClevelandPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.6
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Paul
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Christopher took care of us really well. Despite being arguably one of the best steak stops in Cleveland? We went for the seafood tower. Mac n cheese side and a chicken spring roll app. Food was incredible, everyone was attentive and the ambiance was superb. Honourable mention: the bananas foster desert is table made and done so beautifully. 10/10
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FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.4
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LouVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •100 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a very good meal at Morton's on a very busy Christmas Day. There are very few restaurants open on Christmas and Morton's tried to take care of all their guests.
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Morton's The Steakhouse - ClevelandPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Cleveland
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4.6
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LindsayVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Dante is one of my favorite restaurants in Cleveland. The food is outstanding--creative and delicious.
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DANTEPrice: Expensive• American• Tremont
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4.6

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Fahrenheit

2. Blue Point Grille

3. DANTE

4. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

5. Betts - Cleveland

6. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Cleveland

7. Pier W

8. The Capital Grille – Cleveland – Lyndhurst

9. Delmonico's Steakhouse

10. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Beachwood

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