Food & Drink

These are Cleveland Magazine readers' favorite restaurants of the year.

With all the staples of a traditional Jewish deli, this University Heights restaurant focuses on counter service and delicious sandwiches and soup.

Carryout is the name of the game at this downtown Asian-fusion spot dedicated to fresh ingredients in dishes such as Asian tacos.

Even for carryout, dishes such as Pad Khee Mao or Gang Keow Wan don’t lose their authentic Thai flavors at this Akron spot.

The Lakewood pizzeria is known for its classic pies, inventive takes as well as make-your-own options — all perfect for those nights where you want to stay in.

Owner Norma Touma and her three-person staff go through 100 to 200 pounds of flour each day to make enough pita — some that will get filled with falafel or kafta.

The Solon spot is known for its healthy soup, sandwiches and salads with plenty of vegan and vegetarian fare such as its small-batch Thai coconut and black bean chili.

The Playhouse Square spot serves up authentic Lebanese cuisine that's fast, fresh and tasty. You'll find us in line for the hummus and shish tawook wrap.

Omar McKay’s fast-casual Jamaican restaurant offers bowls and boxed meals.

Snag one of 38 specialty sandwiches named after movies and movie characters, pizza or to-go beers on tap at this spot.

The AsiaTown spot's signature is its dim sum goodies such as dumplings, sweet buns and black pepper beef short ribs.

Call ahead if you want a sammie from this Ohio City shop because it often runs out of its filling and affordable offerings.