Best Date Night Restaurants in Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

65 restaurants available nearby

1. District

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

Booked 12 times today

A New Breed of the American Brasserie. District’s Imaginative Food and Wine, Balancing Exceptional Hospitality, Comfortable Surroundings and Extraordinary Value. Serving Contemporary American Cuisine in Playhouse Square with a Mediterranean Soul, European Influence and Local Focus. From Outstanding Wines by the Glass, Dining at the Bar with Seasonal Ingredients Positioned in an Emerging Downtown Cleveland Location, District Will Compliment the Cleveland Restaurant Landscape.

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2. The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge

4.3

Awesome(476)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

Booked 8 times today

One of Cleveland’s most beloved restaurants, Ghost Light Restaurant and Lounge welcomes guests to enjoy its contemporary American cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service in the city of Cleveland. Conveniently located in Playhouse Square’s elegant theater district, Ghost Light features a variety of delectable dishes, crafty cocktails, and a wonderful wine selection. Whether you are looking for a pre-show meal or date night in the town, at the heart of every dining experience is our dedicated staff, and you, our loyal guests.

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3. The Centro- Cleveland

4.3

Awesome(351)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 26 times today

The Centro, located inside the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel, offers a delightful dining experience in the heart of Downtown Cleveland's Gateway District. Enjoy dinner before or drinks after a show at Playhouse Square or a ball game at the arena or stadium. As a stand-out destination, indulge in weekly brunch, daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prepare for a culinary journey filled with tantalizing appetizers and mouthwatering main courses. From the rich flavors of Bone-In Filet Mignon, House-Made Lobster Raviolo, and delicate Chilean Sea Bass, these delicacies will ignite your taste buds. Pair your meal with a selection from Centro's extensive wine list, or sip on a handcrafted cocktail. Private space is available for an intimate dinner, meeting, or special event. Staying at the hotel is not necessary to indulge in this memorable dining experience. The Centro is a must-visit for food enthusiasts eager to experience the finest flavors Downtown Cleveland has to offer.

4. DANTE

4.7

Exceptional(3265)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 33 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.

5. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3348)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 21 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

6. Oliva Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(165)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 40 times today

Italian Style Steakhouse brought to you by the Lola Sema. For large parties or special events contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

7. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6575)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 36 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.

8. Cloak & Dagger

4.9

Exceptional(1073)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Tremont

Booked 41 times today

A cocktail lounge with focus on hospitality and craft located next to Lincoln Park in the historic Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland.

9. LULO Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(252)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 8 times today

A fresh take on Latin America Fusion Cuisine.

10. Acqua di Dea

4.3

Awesome(945)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 18 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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Jennifer
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food from beginning course to ending course! Excellent service! Will be returning!!
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The Centro- ClevelandPrice: Very Expensive• European• Downtown Cleveland
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4.3
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TanaziaVIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was great. We enjoyed ourselves! I tried the sea bass and polenta! Very good. Our waitress was very attentive and on point!
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Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7
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Bobby
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very good first experience. Sea food tower was a bang for your buck, oysters were top notch and serving size was big. Even the ahi tuna amount was wild. Seared scallop dish was delicious, scallops big, juicy and flavorful. Will be coming back. Service was great as well drinks never ran low before being asked if we needed another.
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FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.4
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brittney
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
We went on an off Friday night because there were no shows playing in the area. It was a quick walk from the Q and the food was great! The bread was phenomenal and service was fantastic.
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DistrictPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
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4.3
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Melissa
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
It was a slow night. Server was very attentive. Food was delicious. Absolutely loved their French onion soup!
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The Ghost Light Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
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4.3

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. District

2. The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge

3. The Centro- Cleveland

4. DANTE

5. Fahrenheit

6. Oliva Steakhouse

7. Blue Point Grille

8. Cloak & Dagger

9. LULO Kitchen

10. Acqua di Dea

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