Food & Drink

As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, spring’s arrival is a promise that patio season will soon be here in full force. Shake off those layers and raise a glass to sunnier days ahead with these six sippers from spots like Patron Saint and Char Whiskey Bar and Grille, which certify that spring has indeed sprung. By Kate Bigam Kaput

Karen Small's instantly beloved brunch spot will soon expand to dinner service. By Lynne Thompson

Just 20 minutes east of Downtown, Issho Ni Ramen is tucked into a strip mall in Willoughby, although expansion could be on the way. By Dillon Stewart

University Circle's upscale brasserie melds French flavors in a homey location. By Allison Jack

Tucked in a Tremont basement, this mod sushi spot is not to be missed. By Annie Nickoloff

The new location of Fahrenheit brings new swankiness to a local standby. By Kate Bigam Kaput

Ohio City's hippest pizza joint impresses beyond the pie. By Kate Bigam Kaput

The Lakewood restaurant still does sliders, but now features hearty Midwest food with seasonal ingredients. By Allison Jack

The Cleveland Heights pizzeria has recently expanded, but its pies are still fantastic. By Kate Bigam Kaput

With classic stews, cocktails and cheesy bread, the restaurant on Larchmere Boulevard and in Chagrin falls is inspired by the regions of Brazil its owners are from. By Dillon Stewart

The elevation of comfort food on East Fourth Street may not be brand new anymore, but it's still wowing diners and earning awards. By Kate Bigam Kaput