Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Ohio City

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Oliva Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(156)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 43 times today

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

2. Blue Point Grille

4.7

Exceptional(6554)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 45 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. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3334)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 42 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

4. DANTE

4.6

Exceptional(3262)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 28 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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5. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

4.6

Exceptional(2349)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 59 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.

6. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10665)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 91 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.

7. Betts - Cleveland

4.6

Exceptional(549)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 20 times today

Betts in Cleveland is a gem for special occasions. It's a mix of a restaurant and a cool home, offering a casual vibe with great service and a menu that has something for everyone. The reviews rave about its fantastic food and accommodating staff, with one mentioning their ability to accommodate a last-minute party expansion. It's also a perfect spot for a date or pre-show dinner, as one reviewer put it. So, if you're looking for a comfortable and delicious place to celebrate, Betts is the place to be.

8. Johnny's Bar

4.9

Exceptional(832)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 5 times today

Johnny's Bar is a treasured spot for special occasions, as mentioned in many reviews. The inviting atmosphere and exceptional service have made it a favorite for family celebrations and business dinners. The consistent quality and presentation of their fine Northern Italian cuisine, particularly their in-house specialty desserts, further enhances the dining experience. It's no wonder one reviewer considers it a 'go-to place for all occasions'.

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9. sarita a restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2410)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakewood

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to Sarita, where we are slightly obsessed with serving good food among friends and family. Our focus is on healthy, new American cuisine – a celebration of all our backgrounds and roots. The best of the best eats if you will. Lighter dishes with natural reductions, a lot of vinaigrettes, less cream, less butter — but unbelievable flavors. This is what you can expect if you choose to dine with us. And we hope you will. The name Sarita is a nod to Chef Anthony Romano’s mentor, plus the name of a song by the New Orleans band, The Subdudes, one of the chef’s favorites. The restaurant is owned by executive chef Romano. His approach to Sarita is fairly simple: to create a space that’s a reflection of his kind of place.relaxing, fun and celebrate life in the company of friends and family with good food and a great cocktail in hand.

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10. Don's Lighthouse Grille

4.4

Awesome(2176)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Cleveland West

Booked 13 times today

Don"s Lighthouse is located along Cleveland's scenic lakefront seven minutes from downtown's sports, theater and concert districts. Situated in a landmark building, Don's offers the freshest seafood, steaks,and chops and is a premier dining spot in Northeast Ohio.

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Paul
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day 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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SusanVIP
New York City •131 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved the view, beet salad, clam chowder, tuna and our waiter Nick. Liked the Rockfish. Sure missed the Swordfish. Finished dinner with complimentary red velvet birthday cake for our 91 year old neighbor, and 2 delicious cream brûlée . Pier W, Best on the West. We’ll be back. Thank You Everyone for a wonderful dining experience.
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Pier WPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakewood
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4.8
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JohnVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Server, Dawn, outstanding. Helped us choose entree. Happy to split porterhouse steak cooked perfectly. Paired a great Italian red. Super unusual salad. There is a chefs table (bar seat) overlooking kitchen. We will try that next time. Manager attentive as well. Was a great Christmas Eve dinner.
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Oliva SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7
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CindyVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Upstairs corner nice but extremely drafty. Great food!
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Blue Point GrillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7
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LindsayVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 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

Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Ohio City

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Oliva Steakhouse

2. Blue Point Grille

3. Fahrenheit

4. DANTE

5. Morton's The Steakhouse - Cleveland

6. Pier W

7. Betts - Cleveland

8. Johnny's Bar

9. sarita a restaurant

10. Don's Lighthouse Grille

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