Food & Drink

At the trendiest and most coveted tables in Northeast Ohio, the dishes and the vibe is an extension of the creatives in the kitchen. Get to know them as part of 2023's Best Restaurants issue. By Anthony Elder, Annie Nickoloff, Cassie Tomaselli and Patrick Williams

The Argentinian steakhouse is one of three new concepts at the multi-use Ohio City complex. By Kate Bigam Kaput

From pies to pastas, this Lakewood restaurant is thriving thanks to the addition of chef Rachelle Murphy. By Cassie Tomaselli

Asian, Italian and American influences all in the same place? Throw in a killer cocktail menu and great vibes? Our 2022 Best New Restaurant keeps up the greatness one year later. By Kate Bigam Kaput

The graduate of Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute continues its mission in Medina. By Cassie Tomaselli

The Indian-inspired cuisine and eclectic cocktail menu lure you into the dark-yet-cozy space — minimal lighting and a wash of music lend an air of privacy in an otherwise packed dining room. By Anthony Elder

The pizza chef plans to expand his lifestyle goods store and add a deli. By Jacob DeSmit

Cilantro Taqueria has won over Northeast Ohio since it opened its first location in Cleveland Heights’ Coventry neighborhood in January 2019. By Annie Nickoloff

In the past year, Karen Small made a departure from her fine dining background and won over Ohio City with this straightforward breakfast-focused concept. By Annie Nickoloff

The BellaBot, a robot with the face of a cat, greets and carries food to customers at some locations of the Northeast Ohio Mexican chain. By Annie Nickoloff

The restaurant and store, now under new management, offers a refreshed menu of Turkish dishes. By Annie Nickoloff

The popular cafe and patisserie announces its Historic Warehouse District launch in June. By Abigail Kussow