Cleveland Special Occasion Restaurants

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Sandy Mitchell
Sandy Mitchell is the author of multiple books about Cleveland, Ohio, including "Cleveland's Slavic Village" and "Cleveland's Little Italy." She has lived in the area since 1980.
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Updated 05/17/19

Whether it's Valentine's Day, your mother's birthday, your anniversary, or if you're just trying to impress that certain someone, you want a restaurant that's extra nice and guaranteed not to disappoint. Try one of these elegant Cleveland favorites for an extra special evening.

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The Flying Fig

Olive Oil Cake

 Karin McKenna
Address
2523 Market Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
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Phone +1 216-241-4243
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The Flying Fig, located in Cleveland's Ohio City neighborhood, combines a warm, inviting atmosphere with innovative, healthy, and tasty food. Chef/owner Karen Small was one of the first in the region to feature locally grown and organic produce, and the restaurant makes most of its stocks, sauces, and delicious desserts.
The Flying Fig
2523 Market Ave.
Cleveland, OH

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Mallorca

Mallorca Restaurant - Cleveland Ohio
(© Stu Spivack/cc license)
Address
1390 W 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
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Phone +1 216-687-9494
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Reasonably priced Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine combined with Cleveland's best service makes Mallorca a festive place to spend your special day. Try the paella or the crab-stuffed lobster.
Mallorca
1390 W 9th St.
Cleveland, OH

03 of 06

Giovanni's

Address
25550 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
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Phone +1 216-831-8625
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4.3

For forty years, Carl Quagliata's east side restaurant has rewarded diners with excellent northern Italian cuisine, impeccable service, an award-winning wine list, and an elegant, comfortable decor. Try it again to experience it for the first time. You're sure to enjoy.
Giovanni's Ristorante
25550 Chagrin Blvd.
Beachwood, OH

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Pier W

Address
12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, USA
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Phone +1 216-228-2250
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4.3

Located at the edge of Lake Erie on Lakewood's Gold Coast, Pier W boasts spectacular views combined with an elegant dining room, the freshest seafood, and festive table side food presentations. The brunch here is a Cleveland favorite.
Pier W Winton Place
12700 Lake Ave.
Lakewood, OH

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Sans Souci

Address
24 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113-2214, USA
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Phone +1 216-902-4095
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Located in the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel at Public Square, this sunny restaurant is like a trip to Provence. Their delicious Mediterranean cuisine is sure to impress.
Sans Souci
24 Public Square
Cleveland, OH

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Lockkeeper's Restaurant

White Chocolate Mousse at Lockkeeper's Restaurant - Valley View Ohio
(© Stu Spivack; cc license)
Address
8001 Rockside Rd, Valley View, OH 44125, USA
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Phone +1 216-524-9404
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Gracious dining, fine wines, and innovative cuisine combined with a view of the Cuyahoga River make at this Valley View favorite make for a memorable evening.

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