Restaurant Favorites – CLEVELAND

COVID is slowing down, vaccines are making their way to the general population, which means it’s time to get back to restaurants in-person. Take away was a great adaptation to the circumstances that we were in, but it’s not the same as dining in person. I’ve been slowly making my way through my Yelp ‘EATS‘ list, here are a few of my favs I’ve visited in Cleveland, OH.

Thyme Table

Thyme Table is a small restaurant located in Bay Village, OHIO. The restaurant is cozily decorated and provides a perfect vibe for you to sit down with your friends and family and enjoy a delicious meal. I visited to have dinner with family and friends for my 25th birthday. I made a reservation easily though the RESY app and everything was smooth sailing. The menu was small, which I personally love, it means that there are few meals that are all made excellently. We started with asking the server her preference on wine based on our taste, and she was able to pick out two bottles, one dry and one sweet red that were delicious. We started out with chips and dip and the lobster tots. They were both so delicious, I could have put the onion dip on everything. For meals there was something for everyone, burgers, chicken sandwiches, pasta, and short ribs. Picky eaters are definitely welcome. The general manager came to check on us after the meal was over. It appeared to me that he was genuinely interested in how the meal and our experience was, which I appreciated. I would return for sure!

Avo Modern Mexican

One of the newer restaurants in Ohio City that a lot of people are talking about is, Avo Modern Mexican. I’ve gone twice now and I would make it a regular spot if I lived closer. When I returned the second time I server recognized our party, which makes you feel welcome. You have multiple different choices of guac, salsa, and margaritas that allows you to switch it up every time you visit. I also recommend the fundido, it is so cheesy and warm and delicious, you just have to order it. I recommend this place when you want to hang out with some friends and stay awhile. It does fill up though, so I recommend placing a reservation through their website or arriving before the dinner rush.

Heck’s Cafe

We all love brunch don’t we? If you are looking for another great lunch spot close to Ohio City, look no further than Heck’s Cafe. Stopped by to do some homework and grab some brunch, only to be completely charmed by the cinnamon coffee and the AM fries. I could write a book on how much I love these AM fries it is unhealthy. They are french fries, covered in a blue cheese sauce, topped with sunny-side up eggs. It should be known that I HATE blue cheese, I despise it. BUT THESE FRIES, OMG. The blue cheese adds this tang that is needed and just brings the whole thing together. I had the crab cake Benedict which was delicious as well. Everything was cooked so perfectly, it would be a crime not to return.

I love trying out new restaurants and cuisines, so share some of your fav CLE restaurants!

Eaten with love,

Hannah