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Friar's Table, Cleveland, OH

Friar's Table

4.6
4.6
190 Reviews
$31 to $50
European

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 19 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
The Friars' Table is steeped in the Franciscan tradition of care and community.

Located in Cleveland's Playhouse Square James Beard Finalist Brandon Chrostowski brings a cuisine focusing on Monastic ingredients and techniques in a chic, curated setting. The Friars' Table features dishes including hearty soups and stews, seasonal salads, Salmon St. Celestine and braised lamb shoulder along with wine and cocktails highlighting simplicity and tradition.

The Friars' Table was uniquely founded by Brother Phillip Bernier of The Capuchin Ministries of Cleveland in partnership with Brandon Chrostowski of EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute. The mission focus on serving those in our community working to improve life through cuisine and education.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (216) 230-2017
  • Website
    http://www.thefriarstable.org/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Appetizers

  • Mushroom TartUSD 10.00

    • PissaladiereUSD 12.00

      • Clafoutis St. AbrahamUSD 10.00

        • Carmelized TurnipsUSD 8.00

          • Smoked White Fish DipUSD 10.00

            • Fresh Baked PretzelUSD 10.00

              Soups & Stew

              • Pea SoupUSD 5.00

                • BorschUSD 4.00

                  • St. Anthony's SoupUSD 5.00

                    • Beef StewUSD 6.00

                      Salads

                      • Mixed Green SaladUSD 5.00

                        • Immaculata SaladUSD 6.00

                          • Red Cabbage, Potato & Walnut SaladUSD 6.00

                            • Carrot & Cumin SaladUSD 5.00

                              • St. Casilda's SaladUSD 5.00

                                Main Course

                                • Herb Roasted Chicken BreastUSD 23.00

                                  • Pesto Pasta with MafaldineUSD 18.00

                                    • Braised Lamb ShoulderUSD 25.00

                                      • Pork RoulandUSD 24.00

                                        • Fish A La Mont AthosUSD 25.00

                                          • Salmon St. CelestineUSD 23.00

                                            • Fettuccine de NorciaUSD 20.00

                                              Legumes & More

                                              • V Stewed Beans with Tomato & CarrotUSD 7.00

                                                • V LentilsUSD 7.00

                                                  • Roasted Beets and OrangeUSD 6.00

                                                    • Curried Azuki BeansUSD 8.00

                                                      • Rice or Roasted PotatoUSD 5.00

                                                        • Roasted Eggplant and BasilUSD 7.00

                                                          Dessert

                                                          • Jeudi Saint CompoteUSD 9.00

                                                            • Fruit CakeUSD 12.00

                                                              • Hyssop BeignetUSD 10.00

                                                                • Almond and Carmel TartUSD 9.00

                                                                  • SorbetUSD 8.00

                                                                    • Monastic Cheese PlateUSD 10.00

                                                                      Beer

                                                                      • DuvelUSD 8.00

                                                                        • La Trappe QuadUSD 12.00

                                                                          • Reissdorf KölschUSD 7.00

                                                                            • Weihenstephaner Hefe WeissUSD 5.00

                                                                              Cocktails

                                                                              • Vieux CarréUSD 13.00

                                                                                Cognac, Sweet Vermouth & Benedictine

                                                                                • BijouUSD 12.00

                                                                                  Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Green Chartreuse & Orange Bitters

                                                                                  • Moine du SudUSD 12.00

                                                                                    Bourbon, B&B, Fresh Lemon

                                                                                    Elixer

                                                                                    • MonasteryUSD 11.00

                                                                                      Plum Preserve, Honey Syrup, Fresh Lemon & Basil

                                                                                      • CloisterUSD 10.00

                                                                                        Pineapple, Orgeat, Fresh Lime, Soda

                                                                                        • RefectoryUSD 12.00

                                                                                          Ginger Beer, Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice, Agave

                                                                                          • KvassUSD 9.00

                                                                                            Aperitif

                                                                                            • Green ChartreuseUSD 15.00

                                                                                              Served with Tonic

                                                                                              • BonalUSD 14.00

                                                                                                Served Chilled & Neat

                                                                                                • ChamberyzetteUSD 13.00

                                                                                                  A French aperitif made with Dolin vermouth & flavored with wild-strawberry juice

                                                                                                  Wine

                                                                                                  • House Wine

                                                                                                    • Sparkling Rosé
                                                                                                    • Sauvignon Blanc
                                                                                                    • Chardonnay
                                                                                                    • Pinot Noir
                                                                                                    • Cabernet Sauvignon
                                                                                                    • Glass (6 oz)USD 8.00
                                                                                                    • 1/2 Carafe (16 oz)USD 19.00
                                                                                                    • Carafe (1 Liter)USD 38.00

                                                                                                  • Dessert - Keo Commandaria St. JohnUSD 8.00

                                                                                                    Glass (3 oz)

                                                                                                    Coffee, Tea & Soda

                                                                                                    • CoffeeUSD 4.00

                                                                                                      • Espresso

                                                                                                        • RegularUSD 3.00
                                                                                                        • LargeUSD 5.00

                                                                                                      • CappuccinoUSD 5.00

                                                                                                        • LatteUSD 5.00

                                                                                                          • French PressUSD 6.00

                                                                                                            • Soda & JuiceUSD 4.00

                                                                                                              • Mystic Monk Tea

                                                                                                                • Earl GreyUSD 4.00
                                                                                                                • Blossoming Jasmine GreenUSD 4.00
                                                                                                                • Peaceful MonkUSD 4.00
                                                                                                                • Lemongrass MintUSD 4.00

                                                                                                              Digestif

                                                                                                              • BenedictineUSD 9.00

                                                                                                                Served Neat

                                                                                                                • B&BUSD 10.00

                                                                                                                  Served Neat

                                                                                                                  • FrangelicoUSD 8.00

                                                                                                                    Served Chilled & Neat

                                                                                                                    • Chartreuse (Green/Yellow)

                                                                                                                      Served Chilled & Neat

                                                                                                                      • GreenUSD 14.00
                                                                                                                      • YellowUSD 16.00

                                                                                                                    Last updated: 2 December 2024

                                                                                                                    What 190 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                                                    • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

                                                                                                                      Best Value

                                                                                                                    • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

                                                                                                                      Innovative

                                                                                                                    • Cleveland

                                                                                                                      Best Value

                                                                                                                    • Cleveland

                                                                                                                      Innovative

                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    Friar's Table offers a warm, cozy atmosphere with a unique menu featuring standout dishes like pork roulade, mushroom tart, and smoked whitefish dip. Located near Playhouse Square, it's praised for "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "great vibes." The restaurant's mission adds to its charm, making it a must-visit.
                                                                                                                    190 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. Karen

                                                                                                                      Cleveland1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      We had great service and great food. The food was such a treat to taste!

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                                                                                                                    2. Patricia

                                                                                                                      Cleveland13 reviews

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      We really want to see Friars Table be a success, so we reserved a table for two prior to our show at Playhouse Square. We were immediately greeted and seated. We ordered wine and a cappuccino, then ordered our meal. The meal came out within five minutes of us placing our order -which meant it was pre-cooked. When my husband ordered the salmon, the waitress told him there were no sides to it, and we understood that. A small piece of salmon in a dish of cream sauce came on a large plate - I guess we shouldn't have been surprised, but we were. I might suggest adding a little something. My husband said the salmon was good. I ordered the pork which was supposed to have some fig and cheese; I didn't see or taste any fig or cheese, and mine was a bit bland. My husband's cappuccino was only froth - it had no coffee in it. My husband chose not to say anything. The service was excellent. I'm sure the staff is still learning. We wish you well!

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                                                                                                                    3. Michelle

                                                                                                                      Cleveland2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      So glad this place was recommended to my friend and I. A pleasant atmosphere, friendly service with some top rated suggestions from the menu. We had the mushroom tart that was loaded with mushrooms and so satisfying! The lamb dinner was phenomenal! I was hesitant as I've had lamb in the past and wasn't a big fan, but decided to give it a try and I was so glad that's what we decided on. We ended the experience with coffee and the beignets. It was truly a delightful experience and we were not disappointed with any of it. The concept behind the restaurant and how they're trying to help others makes it all the better. Thank you for a great dining experience!

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                                                                                                                    4. Melissa VIP

                                                                                                                      Cleveland12 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Food was excellent as well as the service. I had the salmon and my friend had the stew in the bread bowl and Rose beignets. I also enjoyed the refractory (non-alcoholic) drink but added vodka to it--delicious. I will definitely be back to try other dishes. We sat in the bar so the noise level was slightly higher than the dining area but that didn't bother us. It's nice to have a new restaurant to go to in the playhouse square district. Definitely give it a try.

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                                                                                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                      Washington DC1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Everything was fantastic, the food, the environment, the ambiance, the service, the value for money. And the mission behind this restaurant is commendable too. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

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                                                                                                                    6. Sherry VIP

                                                                                                                      Cleveland3 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Score another four stars for Brandon Chrostowski's newest take on food, something unexpected, too. Great English pub style food--we had the pork roulade and fried shrimp and chips. Perfect date night in Cleveland's grand theatre district.

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                                                                                                                    7. MaryAnn

                                                                                                                      Cleveland1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      It was a delicious meal with a warm and friendly ambiance.

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                                                                                                                    8. DominicD

                                                                                                                      Cleveland2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Food was outstanding!! Service was better than outstanding!!

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                                                                                                                    9. Gerry VIP

                                                                                                                      Cleveland15 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Borscht soup was excellent!! Bread appetizer was very different and delicious. And not too many bars have viieux carre,! Excellent service

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                                                                                                                    10. Bake

                                                                                                                      Cleveland7 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      We really enjoyed our dining experience at The Friar’s Table! Service was top notch and our food was delicious. The pork and the chicken were so tender and flavorful. We’ll be back!

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                                                                                                                    Friar's Table is rated 4.6 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    8:00 pm
                                                                                                                    Booked 19 times today
                                                                                                                    Google Map for Friar's Table

                                                                                                                    1305 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115-1819

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                                                      Located on the corner of Euclid Ave and East 13th.
                                                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                                                      Downtown Cleveland
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      European
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Business Casual
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