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The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge, Cleveland, OH

The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge

4.2
4.2
462 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2+ people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming

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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
  • Cross Street
    12th street
  • Parking details
    $15+tax valet parking when dining in our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

What 462 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for pre-theater dining with "amazing service e and amazing food." Located conveniently near Playhouse Square, guests appreciate the "stellar cocktails" and "very welcoming" staff. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, standout servers like Star and Sheree consistently enhance the dining experience. Ideal for a cozy night out, the ambiance and friendly service make it a favorite spot for theater-goers.

463 Reviews
  1. Joan

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We come here nearly monthly before catching a show at Playhouse Square. The food is decent, the drinks are very good and the staff is very friendly and capable. We started coming for the convenience but it is now like our own Cheers - we are very comfortable and the staff go out of their way to be nice and welcoming.

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  2. Shirley

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated promptly, drinks served quickly, appetizers (onion soups, pot stickers were delicious. Entrees were delivered while still eating apps. Main complaint is 2 of us ordered the same item and they were presented differently. One had nice slices of beef, pearl onions, and bacon pieces that were obvious. The other was not so nicely plated, with one (two?) pieces of bacon, no pearl onions and a very large piece of fatty gristle. We did not bring this to anyone's attention as time did not allow us, tickets to a show. We will go back and give it 2nd chance.

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  3. Andrew

    Cleveland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Stopped on our way to the theater for the night. Our table was ready upon arrival at the time our reservation. Waitstaff was very friendly, but service was spotty and staff members seemed overwhelmed and rushed between tables. Our meals were disappointing at best. My wife ordered onion soup and an order of brussel sprouts. The soup seemed rushed from the kitchen, with the cheese on top barely melted. The brussel sprouts were undercooked tired not quite enough sauce (though admittedly the amount of sauce is very much personal preference). I ordered the brick pressed chicken, which was very disappointing. The skin of the chicken was soggy and rubbery, while the meat itself was underseasoned and bland. I did enjoy the potatoes shed peppers that came with the chicken. Overall the meat was very underwhelming,

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  4. Diane

    Cleveland

    83 reviews

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    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our first experience at the Ghost Light Restaurant. Our server, Tekesha, was attentive, although it was obvious that she was overly busy. We had plenty of time before our show, so it was not an issue. The food was delicious and plentiful —I had the butternut squash soup and the fish and chips and it was so good. My companions had the short rib and the chicken and gnocchi and both loved their choices. I like the openness of the room and the absence of tvs—made for easy conversation and a more relaxed atmosphere. We will definitely include this restaurant in our pre-theater choices in the future.

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  5. Missy

    Cleveland

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cato was a wonderful server! Professional, knowledgeable and kind. The special drink was delicious. We ordered appetizers for our main meal. The Brussels sprouts were undercooked but tasty, pretzel was tasty but salty, potstickers were good but the best part was the bananas foster for dessert we were not rushed which made for an enjoyable meal. We would recommend this restaurant and its location is great for a theater experience.

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  6. susan

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu had a lot of choices. We chose walleye which was delicious

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  7. Charlene

    Cleveland

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was very good, but too busy. More servers are needed.

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  8. Chrissie

    Cleveland

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very disappointed! We have gone before most Playhouse Square performances and last night was probably our last visit. The cost for what we received was awful. $12 brussel sprouts had at most 10 Brussels halved. The $10 add on salmon was the skimpiest piece I have ever gotten. The chicken on salad so over cooked he could barely swallow it. Doubtful we will return. It’s a shame because it’s great proximity to Playhouse Square

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  9. Lorraine

    Cleveland

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for pre theater. Food and service was very good. Chicken caesar salad, butternut squash soup and pot stickers were delish.

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  10. Jan

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

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    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WE went before going to the Theater at Playhouse Square. Service, Food,Drinks Perfect Will be returning soon

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FAQs

The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (216) 615-7500.

The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.2 stars by 462 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2+ people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Ghost Light Restaurant & Lounge

1260 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115-1837

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    12th street
  • Area
    Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    $15+tax valet parking when dining in our restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sidney Brodsky
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
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