Best Fine Dining Restaurants in University Circle

27 restaurants available nearby

1. Fahrenheit

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 28 times today

Located in Downtown Cleveland, Chef Rocco Whalen's Fahrenheit is two spectacular stories of unforgettable flavors and gorgeous, sparkling interiors. This fresh new take on Cleveland’s beloved restaurant will blow you away. Fahrenheit is the perfect hotspot for the sharp dressed crowd and anyone looking for a culinary wonderland of mouthwatering mains, fresh shellfish towers, and innovative daily offerings. With unmatched views of downtown's action-filled city-center, the restaurant features luxurious furnishings and instagram-able scenes. Available for lunch and dinner, Rocco's cuisine will delight your senses with its Mediterranean and Asian accents and curated cocktails. Fahrenheit boasts a stunning bar, curved banquettes, scalloped ceiling, action-filled chef’s table, and a private dining room. Take the sweeping staircase and meet us on the second floor to elevate your night life with our exclusive rooftop menus and artistic energy. Become part of the buzzing new destination

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2. Tutto Carne- Cleveland

4.8

Exceptional(169)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Little Italy

Booked 7 times today

Chef-inspired Italian steakhouse featuring Ohio farm raised, hand selected and dry aged beef.

3. Il Venetian

4.8

Exceptional(915)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 27 times today

Venetian Born Chef Alberto Leandri prepares flavors from home for Clevelanders at this upscale, modern Italian restaurant. The menu will feature handmade pastas, fresh fish and seafood, fine meats, and artisan pastries and gelato.

4. DANTE

4.6

Exceptional(3263)

Price: Expensive

• American • Tremont

Booked 15 times today

Enjoy Michelin-starred chef Dante Boccuzzi"s signature restaurant DANTE. Located in a historic bank building in Tremont, DANTE restaurant has become one of Cleveland's premier dining spots. The decor features designs and works of art from local artists. Guests may choose from an a la Carte Menu or a Chef's Tasting Menu. Experience the excitement of dining in the kitchen as Chef Dante prepares and serves you a multiple course tasting menu.

5. Oliva Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(150)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 24 times today

Italian Style Steakhouse brought to you by the Lola Sema. For large parties or special events contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

6. Edwins Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2690)

Price: Moderate

• French • Shaker Square

Booked 20 times today

Restaurant is steeped in tradition and care for the community. Restaurateur Brandon E. Chrostowski offers a unique experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine in the midst of Cleveland's Shaker Square. The restaurant has a unique mission; to eat well and do good. Founded in 2007, the mission of EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute is to instill leadership skills in formerly incarcerated men and women through an education in the culinary arts. Our aim is to change the face of re-entry through food and hospitality.A bientot!

7. Acqua di Dea

4.4

Awesome(940)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 18 times today

Our award winning Jola Eat Global Restaurant Group opened a third location in 2021. Since then, it has become a downtown hotspot with a trendy approach to the modern fine dining experience. Offering a unique combination of modern and classic coastal aesthetic in a sleek and rustic warehouse setting. Located in Cleveland's Historic Warehouse District in the heart of Downtown, Acqua Di Luca has an innovative Italian menu with remarkably fresh seafood, unique pasta dishes, extraordinary steaks and much more.We are excited to announce some significant changes within our restaurant family.Acqua di Luca located at 500 W. St. Clair Avenue will be renamed Acqua di Dea.These changes reflect our commitment to offering fresh and elevated dining. Acqua Di Dea will continue operations and ownership by Lola Jacaj.For private events contact a.george@jolaeatglobal.com

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8. The Centro- Cleveland

4.3

Awesome(341)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 21 times today

The Centro, located inside the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel, offers a delightful dining experience in the heart of Downtown Cleveland's Gateway District. Enjoy dinner before or drinks after a show at Playhouse Square or a ball game at the arena or stadium. As a stand-out destination, indulge in weekly brunch, daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prepare for a culinary journey filled with tantalizing appetizers and mouthwatering main courses. From the rich flavors of Bone-In Filet Mignon, House-Made Lobster Raviolo, and delicate Chilean Sea Bass, these delicacies will ignite your taste buds. Pair your meal with a selection from Centro's extensive wine list, or sip on a handcrafted cocktail. Private space is available for an intimate dinner, meeting, or special event. Staying at the hotel is not necessary to indulge in this memorable dining experience. The Centro is a must-visit for food enthusiasts eager to experience the finest flavors Downtown Cleveland has to offer.

9. District

4.2

Awesome(1085)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland / Playhouse Square

Booked 5 times today

A New Breed of the American Brasserie. District’s Imaginative Food and Wine, Balancing Exceptional Hospitality, Comfortable Surroundings and Extraordinary Value. Serving Contemporary American Cuisine in Playhouse Square with a Mediterranean Soul, European Influence and Local Focus. From Outstanding Wines by the Glass, Dining at the Bar with Seasonal Ingredients Positioned in an Emerging Downtown Cleveland Location, District Will Compliment the Cleveland Restaurant Landscape.

10. Johnny's Downtown

4.1

Excellent(659)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cleveland West

Booked 7 times today

Johnny’s Downtown, opened in 1993, is similar to the original Johnny’s Bar on Fulton Road, featuring pasta, veal and fish. The setting, a refurbished 1860’s Warehouse District building, formerly a general store, is the drinking and dining spot of locals and business people alike. Joseph Fall, the executive chef, oversees the food operations and is responsible for our crafting our signature dishes and creating daily specials. There are several wines by the glass to choose from and the wine list has nabbed an Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator. There is piano music in the bar featuring Mike Petrone Monday-Friday, and Cliff Habian on Saturday evenings.

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LindsayVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Dante is one of my favorite restaurants in Cleveland. The food is outstanding--creative and delicious.
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DANTEPrice: Expensive• American• Tremont
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4.6
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EdwardVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
5:30pm reservation before the Christmas concert with the orchestra. Fantastic dinner for the four of us. Strip steaks cooked to perfection. Sea bass and pork chop good as well. Service was impeccable. We had the short rib rigatoni as an appetizer for the table to share and all at the table commented that it was the best they have ever had. Can’t wait to go again.
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Tutto Carne- ClevelandPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Little Italy
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4.8
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Pam
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Dining here is an experience not to be rushed. Take advantage of the table side preparations that are offered. We loved the Parmesan pasta cart and the bananas foster was perfect! Treat yourself to a nice night out with wonderful food and immaculate service.
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FahrenheitPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.3
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Mark
Southwest Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of the fine dining experiences in Cleveland. The Marriott hotel is very nice, but I stay at the Marriott when I come to Cleveland because of this restaurant.
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Il VenetianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Cleveland
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4.8
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AlexVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food and service was excellent. The acoustics carry loudly with everyone talk in a cozy place so so wouldn’t recommend for a “quiet getting to know” first date but definitely bring them there on a one month anniversary haha
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Oliva SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Cleveland
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4.7

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Fahrenheit

2. Tutto Carne- Cleveland

3. Il Venetian

4. DANTE

5. Oliva Steakhouse

6. Edwins Restaurant

7. Acqua di Dea

8. The Centro- Cleveland

9. District

10. Johnny's Downtown

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