The 9 Restaurants You'll Want To Eat At In Cleveland In 2020
By Nikki Rhoades|Published January 13, 2020
×
Nikki Rhoades
Author
Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
The 2020s are promising to be an era of excitement and memory making, having already adopted the Jazz Age nickname of the Roaring Twenties. Here in Northeast Ohio, the decade is sure to be a great one… especially if you’re a fan of great food! There’s no better way to kick off the decade than with a visit to the best restaurants in Greater Cleveland. Gather some friends and plan to bring your appetite, because the Cleveland area’s best restaurants will become your new favorite dining destinations.
AsiaTown is one of Cleveland's most vibrant neighborhoods, and it's also heaven if you're a fan of traditional Asian cuisine. LJ Shanghai is one of the neighborhood's hidden gems, and visitors rave about their authentic xiao long bao — steamed dumplings, that is.
Northeast Ohio is, perhaps not surprisingly, a melting pot of culture. You can find just about any kind of cuisine here, including Jamaican culinary traditions. Irie Jamaican Kitchen is colorful and friendly, and its food is a delicious nod to Caribbean tradition.
Sokolowski's is an oldie but goodie, and it is worthy of at least one visit each and every year. It's famous for its delicious cafeteria-style offerings and cozy atmosphere. If you're a fan of comfort food, you'll feel right at home at Sokolowski's.
The countryside of Medina County is endlessly romantic, and that is to the advantage of Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center. This charming and modern brewpub is nestled into the grounds of a former golf course, with a menu worthy of an exclusive country club grille.
Gourmet. Ice. Cream. Sandwiches. Need I say any more? Cathy's Creamery makes some of the most delicious ice cream sandwiches in existence, and it empowers diners to hand-select toppings for the perfect sweet treat.
Anyone up for upscale dining with a side of fantastic history? You'll fall in love with Johnny's Downtown, which is situated in a 1860s general store. Its menu features Italian favorites enhanced with a new American flare.
We're going to head back to Medina, Ohio for another unusual dining destination. Courthouse Pizzeria is an incredible pizza shop in a former courthouse and jail. In addition to serving up delicious pizza, it's surrounded by Medina's incredible charm.
The very best tacos in Cleveland can't be purchased in a traditional restaurant. Believe it or not, they're available in La Plaza Supermarket. Their deli is amazingly traditional, serving up authentic Mexican fare thousands of miles away from the nation.
Longing for the good ol' fashioned diner food of yesteryear? The Diner on 55th offers that... as well as an atmosphere that's downright retro. Burgers and onion rings, anyone?
Cleveland is an incredible community for foodies to explore, and these nine eateries definitely belong on your 2020 bucket list. How many of these dining hot spots have you visited?
Longing for more unique dining destinations? Check out 2019’s list!
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
