The Land is a foodie’s dreamscape. Whether you want hearty, delicate, spicy, fusion, or comfort, we got you covered. Be dazzled by one of our world-renowned chefs or sit a spell at a family-run restaurant and you’ll leave satisfied and already planning what you’ll order when you go back.
Chef Doug Katz’s restaurant, inspired by the cuisines of India, is a beautiful space that is elegant and sleek but also intimate and welcoming. It makes for the perfect backdrop to the vibrant food and luscious cocktails on the menu. The small plates are perfect for sharing lots of items with friends or choosing your favorites just for yourself.
What was once a cavernous bank has been converted into a romantic supper club that elevates modern American cuisine. Whether you are in the mood for seafood, pizza, or burgers, Bartleby excels. Why is it a supper club, you ask? Slide into a velvet-cushioned seat and imagine yourself in a speakeasy. And if you have late-night cravings, Bartleby turns into a tavern with a “Rakes and Ramblers Late Night Menu.”
James Beard finalist Chef Vinnie Cimino and Proprietor Andrew Watts have created a menu that makes you feel at home. That’s because it’s based on Grandma Cordelia’s recipes, but with a modern refresh. The fried chicken and the pork collar schnitzel will bring a nostalgic smile to your face, but the fresh, seasonal, innovative dishes will surprise and delight.
Chef Brandon Edwin Chrostowski’s exceptional classical French restaurant now has some younger siblings. Dedicated to training formerly incarcerated people on the skills of a top-notch kitchen to aid their re-entry into society, Edwin’s regales with haute cuisine. If you want something less formal, Edwin’s Too is a couple doors down and has both brunch and dinner menus. Want to grab something to go? Head over to Edwin’s Butcher Shop on Buckeye Road for sandwiches or for some steaks to throw on the grill.
The sophistication of Goma’s interior is matched by the sophistication of its sushi and sashimi. Purists will delight in the freshness of their seafood while the adventuresome will be thrilled by the variety of offerings. Ask your server for a sake recommendation because there are so many to choose from.
Chef Karen Small’s friendly neighborhood breakfast joint has become so popular that she added dinner on Wednesdays through Fridays. The menu offers wonderful sandwiches, baked goods, and other dishes made from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations, so get there early.
Chef Jeremy Umansky has a vision and in one word, it’s “fermentation.” His obsession with fermentation has resulted in Larder, an old-fashioned Jewish deli with a modern twist. Sure, you can ask the four-time James Beard Award nominee about molds and fermentation, but in the meantime, sink your teeth into some of the best pastrami sandwich, sauerkraut, pickles, and fried chicken you’ll find anywhere.
These three establishments are part of Studio West 177, a neighborhood created by and for the LGBTQ+ community that welcomes everyone. Go for shows and entertainment and enjoy a cocktail at Trellis Rooftop Bar. When hunger strikes, get a wood-fired pizza at Eat Me! Pizzeria or get upscale bar bites with an international flair at Muze Gastropub.
Chef Jill Vedaa and Jessica Parkison, the same talented team that operates the always-popular Salt+, have converted a beautiful house in Shaker Heights into another stellar restaurant. Named after Jessica’s grandmother, Poppy offers innovative takes on grandma’s favorites. Their outdoor seating is like going to your neighbor’s backyard for the best dinner ever.
Make sure to come hungry because you’ll want to try everything on Proof’s menu. Their Cleveland BBQ and Southern comfort food include brisket smoked to perfection, crispy wings, and creamy mac and cheese. They offer half and full racks of ribs only on weekends and only first-come, first served.
Boom’s Pizza was a huge hit when it first opened in 2023 in Lakewood. The fermented dough they use for their pizzas won multiple awards. Boom’s has since opened a new location this summer in the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights.
The best cure for the doldrums might be some Bad Medicine. For your ears, this hi-fi vinyl bar installed state-of-the-art audio equipment, and the bartenders will also act as DJs. And for your taste buds, the kitchen will offer tasty sandwiches, salads and cocktails. Bad Medicine officially opened in the West Park neighborhood in summer 2024.
Cozumel is well-known for its extensive menu of affordable, delicious Mexican and Tex-Mex fare. The owners plan on opening their first east-side location on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights later in the summer of 2024.
Doug Katz, the renowned chef behind Amba and Zhug, is opening a new restaurant in the Van Aken District. Katz envisions Kiln as a stylish European bistro.
COMING SOON
Fans of J. Pistone, a market and purveyor of delicious, prepared food, can rest assured that the space on Warrensville Center Road in Shaker Heights has transferred into capable hands. The owners of 56 Kitchen plan to open 56 Social, a “fast casual” restaurant that will offer both dine-in and carryout options.