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Salmon Dave's, Rocky River, OH

Salmon Dave's

4.7
4.7
1492 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
Opening our doors in 1993, Salmon Dave’s has proudly endured as one of Greater Cleveland’s favorite local haunts. With an informal approach to upscale dining, our cozy neighborhood spot has gained a legendary reputation. After a recent head-to-toe renovation, Rocky River’s favorite restaurant is better than ever. The timeless character of the historic building lives on with distressed brick walls, crown moldings, and its signature mahogany bar. The updated feel is an eclectic balance of traditional and contemporary design elements, creating the perfect backdrop for Salmon Dave’s spirited bar scene and relaxed dinner vibe. Veteran chef Mario Brown and his talented culinary team offer new menu selections alongside fan-favorites, maintaining our promise of providing the freshest “Guaranteed Seafood.”

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (440) 331-2739
  • Website
    http://www.salmondaves.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Brown
  • Private party facilities
    A unique semi-private dining room can accommodate larger parties without the sense of being isolated. Please call for details or email Carolyn Miller at cmiller@hrcleveland.com.
  • Location
    19015 Old Lake Road, Rocky River, OH 44116
  • Neighbourhood
    Cleveland West
  • Cross Street
    Detroit
  • Parking details
    Street and public parking available nearby
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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Menu

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What 1,492 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Salmon Dave's in Rocky River offers "amazing food and service" with standout seafood dishes like the "seafood tower" and "lobster bisque." The ambiance is warm, and the staff is "incredibly attentive and friendly." Perfect for special occasions, it's a go-to for "great happy hour" and "excellent fish." A true neighborhood gem!

1,492 Reviews

  1. Catherine

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the staff was amazing and accommodating with delicious food!!

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  2. Jill

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was great. Our favorite was the seafood tower. Everything was incredibly fresh, probably the best oysters Ive had in Cleveland to date.

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  3. Bob

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food cooked to perfection and very professional wait staff. Pricey... but good.

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  4. Tom

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had a 49th anniversary dinner before seeing a play and had a lovely meal. I had requested a quiet booth and we were to one that was basically cut off from the main dining area. Our server was prompt and appropriately friendly. Drinks, warm sourdough bread and appetizers arrived in a timely manner. I had a simply salad with a light lemon Chardonnay dressing that didn’t overwhelm the greens. My wife had the lobster bisque and while the stock was tasty there wasn’t much lobster. For our entrees I had a shrimp and scallop sauté. The shrimp was very delicious ; fresh with a nice amount of firmness. The scallops had a good flavor but were just slightly stringy. It was accompanied by mushroom risotto and French green beans. The dinner was simply prepared and the flavor of the seafood stood out. My wife ordered the special which included soup or salad and a Maine lobster tail and 4 oz filet served with asparagus and mashed potatoes. Aside from the potatoes being somewhat bland the lobster was very fresh and the steak cooked to order. The special was priced at $49, but as we were there during Happy Hour it was reduced to $39. A great price for surf and turf. They were kind enough to comp us two desserts for our occasion. I had a lemon custard on a ritz cracker crust with fresh whipped cream on the side. It had just the right amount of lemon to make it a light and refreshing dessert. My wife had the creame bouley. It looked lovely with a generous amount of fresh berries. It was a bit of a disappointment. The top was overcooked and was very thick with a slightly burnt taste. My only complaint with the meal is that our entrees came while we were still finishing our appetizers. This was our first trip to Salmon Dave’s. For seafood we normally go to the Blue Pointe Grill which has a slightly more elegant atmosphere. But for good service, food and overall experience we will definitely return

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  5. Randall

    VIP

    Cleveland

    155 reviews

    5.0

    155 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time at Salmon Dave's it was our first time and we really enjoyed it we will definitely be back

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  6. Sharon

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Bird, was exceptional! The food was delicious and well priced, excellent quality.

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  7. DIANE

    VIP

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lobster risotto was awesome. Bartenders were excellent and very knowledgeable.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Adam

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. Great food. Would definitely come back.

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  9. Roshonda

    VIP

    Cleveland

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tracy was very attentive and gave great recommendations

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Kathiann

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sarah was a wonderful server who helped make my friend’s birthday celebration extra special. My friend greatly enjoyed the lobster bisque and lobster risotto. I started with the wedge Caesar salad, which was beautifully presented and delicious. And my simply prepared sautéed walleye with asparagus and mashed potatoes was tender, moist and flavorful. I have been enjoying Salmon Dave’s for more than 30 years and will be back again.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Salmon Dave's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (440) 331-2739.

Salmon Dave's is rated 4.7 stars by 1492 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Salmon Dave's

19015 Old Lake Road, Rocky River, OH 44116

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Detroit
  • Neighbourhood
    Cleveland West
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street and public parking available nearby
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Brown
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.salmondaves.com/
  • Phone number
    (440) 331-2739
  • Private party facilities
    A unique semi-private dining room can accommodate larger parties without the sense of being isolated. Please call for details or email Carolyn Miller at cmiller@hrcleveland.com.

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