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Top-Reviewed Restaurants in Cleveland, OH
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Cleveland, OH by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland with a 4.8-star rating from 3,907 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: L'Albatros and Pier W. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Cleveland is 4.5 stars from 2,134 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Cleveland range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 13, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
The Bourbon Street Barrel Room
This restaurant stands out for its unique New Orleans-inspired menu and vibrant atmosphere, earning top rankings among Cleveland diners.
Most Reviewed
Pier W
A high review count indicates broad popularity and consistency, helping consumers trust the quality of the dining experience.
When choosing a restaurant in Cleveland, consider your preferred cuisine style—whether you crave seafood with lake views at Pier W or bold Cajun flavors at The Bourbon Street Barrel Room—and always check recent reviews for current service and menu quality.
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4.5★
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2,134
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Jun 13, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Earned an exceptional 4.8★ average from thousands of customer reviews.
811 Prospect Ave E Ste. E, Cleveland, OH 44115, USAPraised by over 2,000 customers, this Cleveland restaurant holds a strong 4.7-star rating.
11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106, USACleveland restaurant has a 4.7-star rating from over 3,800 reviews.
12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, USARestaurants Rankings in Cleveland, OH
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland811 Prospect Ave E Ste. E, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA | 4.8★ | 3,907 |
| #2 | L'Albatros11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA | 4.7★ | 2,120 |
| #3 | Pier W12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, USA | 4.7★ | 3,820 |
| #4 | The Lakehouse1146 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA | 4.2★ | 1,629 |
| #5 | The Bourbon Street Barrel Room2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA | 4.5★ | 4,072 |
| #6 | jaja2050 Gehring Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA | 4.3★ | 624 |
| #7 | Mabel's BBQMabel's BBQ, 2050 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA | 4.4★ | 3,354 |
| #8 | Butcher and the Brewer2043 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA | 4.5★ | 2,961 |
| #9 | Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar623 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA | 4.7★ | 2,673 |
| #10 | Blue Point Grille700 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA | 4.6★ | 2,373 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Cleveland
Cleveland diners give this spot a solid 4.2 stars from over 1,600 reviews.
1146 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Cleveland diners rate this restaurant 4.5 stars across thousands of glowing reviews.
2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars across hundreds of Google reviews from Cleveland diners.
2050 Gehring Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
This Cleveland restaurant has a 4.4-star rating from 3,354 Google reviews.
Mabel's BBQ, 2050 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA
This Cleveland restaurant has a 4.5-star rating from over 2,900 reviews.
2043 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from more than 2,600 Google reviews.
623 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
This Cleveland restaurant holds a 4.6-star rating from 2,373 Google reviews.
700 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Cleveland diners give this spot a solid 4.3 stars from over 2,200 reviews.
2207 W 11th St, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Cleveland diners rate this restaurant 4.5 stars from nearly 1,900 reviews.
824 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Consistently earns a solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,300 customer reviews.
55 Public Square Suite 150, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Praised by thousands of diners with a stellar 4.6-star rating.
2100 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Strong 4.7-star rating from over 800 Google reviews in Cleveland.
2058 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA
Cleveland diners praise this spot, earning a strong 4.7-star average from over 500 reviews.
100 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
Cleveland diners give this restaurant a solid 4.4 stars from nearly 500 reviews.
1948 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
This local spot holds a solid 4.0-star rating from over 440 Google reviews.
1330 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Cleveland diners give this spot a solid 4.4 stars from over 5,200 reviews.
1909 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Cleveland diners praise this restaurant, earning a 4.5-star average from over 700 reviews.
1144 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA
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Restaurants in Cleveland, OH — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 3,907 |
| 2 | L'Albatros | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,120 |
| 3 | Pier W | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 3,820 |
| 4 | The Lakehouse | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 1,629 |
| 5 | The Bourbon Street Barrel Room | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 4,072 |
| 6 | jaja | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 624 |
| 7 | Mabel's BBQ | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 3,354 |
| 8 | Butcher and the Brewer | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,961 |
| 9 | Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,673 |
| 10 | Blue Point Grille | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,373 |
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