Best Restaurants for Foodies in University Circle

11 restaurants available nearby

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1. Batuqui - Larchmere

4.7

Exceptional(828)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Shaker Square

Booked 7 times today

Described as "Brazil in Cleveland", Batuqui is in the heart of Cleveland, OH and emphasizes the cuisines of the Bahia and Minas Gerais states of Brazil. Set in a casual but appealing dining room, there is also a full bar with custom cocktails.The menu at Batuqui is full of exciting and unique choices and they are known for their authentically grilled top sirloin steak called Picanha. They offer appetizers like the Frango Passarinho which is fired chicken in a cilantro sauce or the Salgadinhos which are savory hand-rolled Brazilian bar snacks and entrees like the hearty traditional Brazilian party dish called Feijoada. They have fantastic salads and an array of intriguing Brazilian entrees. Choices include fish, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options in addition to the grilled meats and Brazilian steaks that make Batuqui such an appealing spot. Love desserts? Their homemade chocolate bon bons called Brigadeiros or Coconut Butter Cake are amazing too!

2. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3292)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 30 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

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3. The Burnham Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(391)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown Cleveland

The Burnham Restaurant is your bridge to our community designed in the spirit of Daniel Burnham. In the heart of downtown Cleveland, we feature sustainable conscious cuisine steeped in our Mid-West traditions. Craft your own personal connection to our vibrant community with us.

4. DANTE

4.7

Exceptional(3249)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 25 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. SASA

4.9

Exceptional(916)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Shaker Heights

Booked 4 times today

Located at historic Shaker Square, SASA is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant. SASA's menu reflects global inspiration while maintaining the tradition and beauty of Japanese cooking. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, an extensive sake list, and craft beers on tap. Whether a night out with friends, dinner with family, or a business dinner, SASA will create a memorable evening. SASA has a REME HALO® indoor air purification system that uses U.V. filtration & hydro-peroxide plasma to inactivate bacteria & viruses to make our indoor dining room safer than ever.We welcome you to SASA!

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6. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Cleveland

4.4

Awesome(1303)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Cleveland / E. 4th Street

Booked 11 times today

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is now open! We look forward to welcoming you back to our made from scratch, southern inspired cuisine!

7. Pier W

4.8

Exceptional(10605)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 44 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.

8. Barroco Lakewood

4.6

Exceptional(61)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Lakewood

Booked 5 times today

When you walk into Barroco our family will ensure that your experience is amped to the max. Our eclectic and vibrant atmosphere will have you and your guests thinking you are in another world. Our award winning menu will have you bragging to your friends and begging for the next visit.

9. Cru Uncorked

4.9

Exceptional(1835)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Moreland Hills

Booked 17 times today

Invite your guests to a rare fine dining experience set in a French country château. Surround yourself with understated elegance in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere featuring four themed dining areas, banquet rooms, lounge and terraces. Enjoy meticulously crafted dishes, exquisitely paired wines and unsurpassed service, while we attend to every detail. Our Private Dining Room comfortably seats up to 16 guests at one table and can seat more at round tables. Our Wine Pavilion and Covered Patio can each hold around 50 guests total each offering fully dedicated service in a quiet setting. From the moment you enter, fine art sets the stage for an unforgettable visit. Winemaking relics, French jazz-era reliefs, period antiques, Napa Valley photography and vineyard-inspired artwork establish an atmosphere of welcome and intrigue. Each piece curated to complement a relaxing evening of incredible food and drink. Welcome to Cru Uncorked. Savor the moment.

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10. sarita a restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2390)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakewood

Booked 29 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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Jim
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our meals were unbelievably good. We both opted for Chef Dante's Tasting menu and each of the five courses served were delicious. Service was outstanding. Our server along with the other team members made us feel welcome and truly created a memorable evening for us. Highly recommend Dante especially for special occasions.
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DANTEPrice: Expensive• American• Tremont
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4.7
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Jessica
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and great service. Sasa's specialty sushi rolls are amazing. Ask about the I Love Roll which is a special that's not on the regular menu - it changes so always ask!
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SASAPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Shaker Heights
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4.9
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Tracy
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Loved the food. Wish it was a little less loud. Service was wonderful and presentation was amazing.
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FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.4
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Lucianavip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This original restaurant location always impresses me and any guests! It’s intimate and, even during restaurant week, their attention to service was intact. I’d recommend this spot for any celebration or to explore Brazilian cuisine.
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Batuqui - LarchmerePrice: Expensive• Brazilian• Shaker Square
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4.7
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tracyvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Oct 2024
The newly revamped menu items we had were delish for both breakfast and dinner! Service was very attentive and top notch. We felt like family here! We look forward to coming back to visit again very soon!
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The Burnham RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.3

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Batuqui - Larchmere

2. Fahrenheit

3. The Burnham Restaurant

4. DANTE

5. SASA

6. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Cleveland

7. Pier W

8. Barroco Lakewood

9. Cru Uncorked

10. sarita a restaurant

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