Restaurant Reviews Archives

Review: Anthony Zappola Has Gone Back to the Basics With Tony’s Burger Shop, and That’s Enough for the Chef Right Now

“I’m at a point in my life where I’m content knowing that I work really hard to give people really good food at a really good deal and with good customer service”

by Douglas Trattner February 12, 2025July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: Bad Medicine Delivers Exceptional Cocktails, Sonic Atmosphere, and Dynamite Bar Food

“We wanted to offer more, we wanted to do it bigger, and we wanted to keep pushing our boundaries,” says Bryan Tetorakis

by Douglas Trattner January 29, 2025July 14, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: At Kiln in Shaker Heights, a Doug Katz Bistro Built for All

Katz’s newest and highly anticipated restaurant is a cozy but adventurous cure for those still pining for Fire Food & Drink

by Douglas Trattner January 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Food & Drink

Cleveland Classics: A New Owner is Guiding Stevenson’s Bar Back to the Glory Days and Beyond

The famous burger is now better than ever and Stevenson’s is 86-ing low-value menu items for more scratch-made fare

by Douglas Trattner December 30, 2024July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: Newly Opened French Restaurant La Ville Lumière Could Use Some Seasoning

Some delightful, classic dishes await, but so do misses and uneven service

by Douglas Trattner December 4, 2024July 15, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: Artis Cranks the Creativity and Flavors to 11

Chef Andrew Mansour’s buzzy and busy Lakewood restaurant pulls inspiration from across the globe

by Douglas Trattner November 20, 2024July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Cozumel Brings a Welcome Dose of Comfort and Traditional Mexican to Cleveland Heights

The regional chain, which opened its first shop in 2001, has finally landed on the east side

by Douglas Trattner November 6, 2024July 14, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: Steak in Tremont Adds Modern Flair to the Traditional Steakhouse While Nailing the Details

With design and some fun gimmicks, diners are treated to a cheeky beef experience that remains solid at its foundation

by Douglas Trattner October 23, 2024July 7, 2025

Food & Drink

Trinidadian Specialties Shine at New Location of Callaloo Café in Cleveland Heights

Kelvin Cadiz hasn’t missed a beat since moving from Collinwood

by Douglas Trattner October 10, 2024August 10, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: P.K. Curry House Delivers Charm and Flavor in Mayfield Heights

For two years, the restaurant has been dishing up homestyle Indian and Nepalese

by Douglas Trattner October 10, 2024August 8, 2025

Food & Drink

Review: At Oliva, a Tuscan-Style Steakhouse Beckons You for Adventure and Decadence

Lola Jacaj has created another winner with a nose-to-tail menu of sterling pastas and steaks

by Vince Grzegorek September 25, 2024July 29, 2025

Food & Drink

The Dazzling Excellence of Chef Johanes Jonathan’s Issho Ni Omakase Nights

And how the success of the 20-course, $200 dinners in Willoughby paved the way for his upcoming new restaurant in Ohio City

by Douglas Trattner September 25, 2024August 9, 2025