Restaurant Reviews

Review: Equal Parts Local and Destination, Never Say Dive Delivers Joy in Old Brooklyn

The high-low bar and restaurant feels right at home in a wonderfully renovated old tavern

By Douglas Trattner

Apr 10, 2024

Many peg the early aughts as the golden era of cocktails, but I would argue that there’s no better time to be into libations than right now. Sure, credit goes out to those serious-minded craft cocktail lounges, where we learned to ditch the sticky-sweet swigs in favor of proper Prohibition-era classics, but, man, were those places a snooze...

Udon noodles at Never Say Dive

At Pizzeria Uciuni in Old Brooklyn, a Barber and Self-Taught Pizza Maker Has No Phone, But Does Have Delicious Pies

Pietro Maniaci is doing things simply, and his own way

By Douglas Trattner
Apr 24, 2024
Review: Decadence is Matched by Service at Tutto Carne in Little Italy

The pasta and steakhouse delivers a fine dining experience worthy of the price point

By Douglas Trattner
Mar 27, 2024
In True Speakeasy Fashion, Amazonia Surprises and Gives Plenty of Reasons to Return

A globe-trotting adventure awaits in Lakewood

By Douglas Trattner
Mar 13, 2024
With a New Waterfront Address, Sushi 86 Keeps Adapting and Evolving

A tight and well-executed menu has kept fans coming back

By Douglas Trattner
Feb 28, 2024
The Long Journey to Open Rich Caribbean Cuisine is Paying Off With Some of the Best Jamaican in Town

“This is traditional Jamaican food – what I was raised on. I learned it from my mama and my grandmother back home in Kingston"

By Douglas Trattner
Feb 14, 2024
Review: Reasons Abound to Visit Acclaimed Szechuan Import Lao Sze Chuan at Pinecrest

The upscale Lao Sze Chuan is more of a destination place than your typical pepper steak palace

By Douglas Trattner
Jan 31, 2024
Review: Heritage Steak & Whiskey Wines, Dines and Shines With Style

Doug Petkovic's steakhouse is an exceptional experience from start to finish

By Douglas Trattner
Jan 17, 2024
At Retro Burger and Pizzeria DiLauro, Quality Ingredients and Impressive Technique Are Producing Something Special

Adam and Tiffany DiLauro are doing things right

By Douglas Trattner
Dec 20, 2023
Review: At Solstice in Lakewood, the Neighborhood Gastropub Lives on With Some Welcome Updates

Fans of Deagan's will find a refreshed space and menu thanks to the LBM crew and pals

By Douglas Trattner
Nov 22, 2023
Paradise Biryani Pointe is Expanding What Cleveland Has Come to Expect From Indian Cuisine

Offering dishes and flavors from across the country, the restaurant has opened multiple locations across Northeast Ohio

By Douglas Trattner
Nov 9, 2023
At Coppia in Chesterland, a Fine Dining Gem Worth the Journey

Chefs Hedy Pastrán and Talia Trovato have quickly turned their cozy restaurant into a destination

By Douglas Trattner
Oct 25, 2023
Cleveland Classics: Little Bar is the Beloved Melting Pot of the City

"The bottom line is, we give a shit,” says longtime manager Patrick McNamara

By Douglas Trattner
Oct 11, 2023
Review: Fahrenheit Boasts a Grander Atmosphere and a Menu to Fit in New Downtown Digs

Chef Rocco Whalen helped boost Tremont with the original location. He's poised to do the same for downtown

By Douglas Trattner
Sep 20, 2023
After Losing a Decade-Old Mainstay, Playhouse Square Scores a Hit With Sushi En

A welcome encore

By Douglas Trattner
Sep 6, 2023
At Tita Flora’s, a Taste of Home for Some, an Introduction to Authentic Filipino Food for the Rest of Cleveland

"I would like them to try authentic dishes and hopefully the people will love it"

By Douglas Trattner
Aug 23, 2023
At Patron Saint, a Charming All-Day Cafe Has You Covered Morning, Noon and Night

Nosh, sip, stay

By Douglas Trattner
Aug 9, 2023
Fiyah Falls a Little Short in the Korean BBQ Game, But the Basics Are There

It offers a great value for the all-you-can-eat price point

By Douglas Trattner
Jul 26, 2023
Eight Years In, Herb’n Twine is Serving Up the Most Coveted Sandwiches on the West Side and Still Doing It Their Way

Welcome to Sammytown

By Douglas Trattner
Jul 12, 2023
Poppy is a Big Test for the Salt Team. They’re Passing With High Marks So Far

The Larchmere restaurant borrows from its Lakewood sibling, but offers up a different experience

By Douglas Trattner
Jun 14, 2023
After 30 Years, a Recent Makeover Has Salmon Dave’s Looking Fresh Once Again

Still swimmin'

By Douglas Trattner
May 31, 2023

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