40 Best Cafes in Cleveland

“The coffee and service were great, but unfortunately the baked goods were not. My son and I each got a lemon poppyseed scone, and they had a strange taste. They didn't really taste like lemon at all, and I couldn't eat it. We took our order to go or I would have said something. I would go back for the coffee and atmosphere.“

“I've had boba at countless places, both on the west coast and here in Ohio. When I moved to Ohio, I was sad that there didn't seem to be a lot of good boba places. This was during Covid. When I found Mooncat shortly after they opened, I was very happy!And, I was even happier to find out their boba is great! I haven't had a drink that I haven't liked yet, and the boba is cooked properly. They also have seasonal drinks, which are always tempting.Their food is also quite good, but I haven't tried very many things yet. I will say: their sugar biscuits are DELICIOUS. Give them a shot!I will be continuing to frequent this shop in the future (much to my wallet and waistline's dismay...)“

“I tried Roaming Biscuit in Hingetown for the first time a couple of weeks ago, and immediately fell in love with it! I tried their OG and it was exactly what I needed. I went back a few days later for their BBQ Chicken Biscuit, and my mind was blown. Paired with a Rising Star Coffee from across the street, and I was in heaven! Highly recommend, and hope they continue their great work. Excited to go back!“

“We were in Cleveland for a concert, and found this little gem upon the recommendation of a very nice woman we met. Our GPS originally took us to the wrong establishment, but we were only a block off and found it quickly after the mix-up. Luis was our server, and not only was he helpful, but he was extremely personable. We will be back - both for the food, and for the warm and welcoming atmosphere therein.“

“Such a hidden gem in the Cleveland area! The decor of Sabor is eclectic and quirky in a way that really makes you feel like you're in Miami. The food is flavorful with hearty portions. We got a side of fries with our Cuban, which were probably frozen French fries from a grocery store. Though the fries were probably not worth it, but everything else definitely was!“

“This place was AWESOME! Great service and the employees were top- notch!! Friendly and looking out for the customers! We don't live near the area, but my husband and I , just yesterday. We're thinking we might have to make a special trip to eat here again!!“

“In search of a diner in Lakewood, Ohio, I discovered this establishment. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. There were so many choices on the menu! As a first timer, my friend and I settled on the Chorizo Tacos and Breakfast Quesadilla. We added a blueberry muffin. The muffin was grilled--absolutely amazing! The food was prepared to order and exceeded my expectations. If you are looking for a delicious spot for breakfast/brunch--this is it!“

“We went around 1:30pm on March7th. Food was very good. Had wine and cocktails. Service was outstanding. Female server and she was probably the best server I have ever had. I would only recommend that there were more appetizers. Bread was outstanding as well as the croissants. Vegetarian dishes were very good as well as the Broccoli melt. We were able to find parking on the street.“

“Had a chance to get here again, and loaded up on food and drink, this time for lunch. Tried the onion soup they had as a special, a croissant, and the roast beef / onion baguette. Best onion soup I’ve ever had, including that at French restaurants. It had some herbs in it that made it exceptionally good. Their baguette sandwich was excellent: made with roast beef & with the onions cooked similar to that in the soup special. Finished off the food fest with the chocolate mousse and a cappuccino. The people working there are exceptionally pleasant and the cafe has a comfortable, relaxing coffee house vibe. The Judith is also open into evening hours to enjoy their food along with wine and cocktails West Siders are fortunate to have this place, Juneberry, and Patron Saint to enjoy some well-made food by talented people. Spend your dough at these places to keep them open for us to enjoy for a long time.One note: The Judith has seating at the counter and tables for (guessing) 25 visitors. You might wanna call ahead to make sure your group can get a seat. I read some knucklehead’s poor review earlier complaining she felt rushed when she tried to camp out for, guessing, hours, spending peanuts. C’mon folks, this is a business - not a freakin’ library. If you’re short on cash, wanna park yourself for hours for free, then go to the freakin’ library. Don’t turn a cafe into your office or study room away from home; be mindful of the fact the owners need to make the income to keep the business open.“

“The vibes are always great at Gypsy. Their "around the world" coffee passport drinks are a cool thing to work your way through if you stop in reguarly. Great, quick serivce, and a cool place to hang out if you are the type to get things done in coffee shops.“

“This place had a fantastic vibe. Visiting from out of town and stumbled upon this gem. Tried the wings not bad may try something else if visiting again. Service was great and staff very friendly. Wanted to come back for the comedy show but couldn't make it. Hope to return again. Good energy overall.“

“**A Haven for Caffeine and Productivity**Blue Sky Brews has rapidly become my go-to spot for a satisfying caffeine boost and productive workspace. Here's why:**Coffee Nirvana:** First and foremost, the coffee is stellar. Rich, flavorful, and expertly brewed, it's the kind that awakens your senses and fuels your focus. Whether you're a latte lover, espresso enthusiast, or cold brew connoisseur, you'll find something to satisfy your cravings.**Work-Friendly Oasis:** The inviting atmosphere with the large white counter bar is perfect for setting up your laptop and getting down to business. Plenty of power outlets and fast, reliable Wi-Fi make it a haven for remote workers and students alike.**Music to My Ears:** The curated music playlist is a delightful mix of upbeat and chill vibes, creating a positive and productive ambiance. It's the perfect background hum to keep you energized without being distracting.**Service with a Smile:** The staff is friendly, attentive, and always happy to help. Whether you need a coffee recommendation or a quick refill, they're there with a smile and a genuine willingness to make your experience enjoyable.**Food Options for Every Diet:** While the menu might be on the smaller side, it caters to a variety of preferences. The inclusion of delicious vegan options is a real bonus, ensuring there's something for everyone.**Overall:** Blue Sky Brews is a gem of a coffee shop. It's the perfect place to grab a top-notch brew, settle in for some focused work, and soak in the positive vibes. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a welcoming and productive coffee haven in town.“

“I love mochas and I get them almost everywhere and I’ve never had a mocha as delicious as their Mexican mocha. Absolutely amazing! I wish I was in town more often! The service was also absolutely amazing and the two in there were so sweet and personable!“

“Tabletop is a great place to go if you like playing board games. They have a large and diverse selection of games, so you can never run out of new games to play. They have a unique menu of tasty food, along with a great selection of drinks and cocktails. Their servers are kind, attentive, and very helpful in finding the perfect game for you to play if you're not sure where to start. They have some awesome events like trivia, RPG nights, and game clinics. I highly recommend going to Tabletop!“

“One of Cleveland's own coffee shops, and one of its very best locations. Plenty of space as well as little nooks, if you are early or fortunate enough to get one. If you have never been, definitely put it on your list, you won't be regretful in the slightest! If you need a pick me up, try the single origin espresso.“

“We went for breakfast pastries and were almost overwhelmed with the delicious looking options. Luckily for us everything we got was exceptional, I don’t think you can make a wrong choice. After much deliberation the highlight for us was the sausage and cheese croissant! Definitely stop here, we will be back next time we’re in town!“

“Stop by Lekko, order an Ube Latte, and enjoy this bright space with lots of greenery and beautiful decor. This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Cleveland whether it is cold or sunny out. The decor and how relaxing it is so worth it. Some of the art on the wall is for sale and by local artists, so it is always changing. Done with your coffee adventures? Get up and take a little walk by the Hangars just a couple of blocks away or grab a bite at Amba. I now worry I won't find a spot to sit the next time I visit...“

“This is an excellent place to wash your clothes! They have brand new washers and dryers super quiet don't make any noise very spacious they also have cards that you can roll to your car to put your laundry in if they're very heavy. They do have a cafe that is now open inside very reasonable they serve coffee and small finger foods. They also have laundry service and on certain days I believe it's Tuesdays and Thursdays they have free dry so you wash but then you get to dry your clothes for free which is a bonus this is a very beautiful place one of the best laundromats I've seen thus far“

“Mary Johnson has been my Personal Trainer for approximately 90 days. She is great at her craft, very professional, consistent, and knowledgeable! Mary is a beautiful soul inside and out. She truly cares about my well-being and has provided me with a new found love for weights and strength training, in addition to sustainable tips and habits to live by. I am truly grateful and inspired by Mary’s constant encouragement and expertise throughout my journey and look forward to training with her in the future!“

“Anna is so cool that I am going to make a point to come back to this resturant whenever I am in Cleveland. The food is killer too, she hand-inspected each avocado before picking the best one for my toast. The food is fresh and made by someone who puts her money where her mouth is. Other trendy insincere health food joints WISH they had what she had. Ask her about her rabbits.“

“I wish I could stop in more often, but whenever I do, I'm welcomed and made to feel like I never left. The wait staff is wonderful. They helped me make an informed decision on my coffee. My daughters love the smoothies. They were even able to split a smoothie for my toddler to be included.“

“It's definitely a go-to place to relax, read a good book, grab coffee or tea, a good Danish, and more. Mike was so helpful with all of my questions. He had an available booster seat so my son and I could dine in comfortably. The tea and food were very delicious. I had a salmon, spinach, mushrooms, and cheese omelet. All the flavors married well. The potatoes had just the right crunch. The French toast was just as tasteful. Unskilled you very much.P.S. try the " Breakfast in Paris" tea! ?Kid-friendliness: Host had a sanitary booster for my son to use. Thank you ?“

“Small place that packs a lot of great stuff! We need more dry-bars like Verbena around the CLE metro area. Amazing, delicious alcohol free drinks, can take to go, including bottles and canned drinks, great selection all in one place. Food options were very good, including Vegan. Service was great, and the owner is very nice and helpful.Vegetarian options: Vegan options as well!“

“Kafela is a St. Clair-Superior neighborhood gem! This breakfast and lunch cafe gives off such a positive vibe from the moment you walk in. I was greeted not only by a friendly face at the counter, but also many large green plants and sunlight filling the space. All of the menu items are named after locations and nods to sunny Los Angles. I got the Berry Much L.A. smoothie which was delish. I also got the Lavender Love Spell drink, which was lemonade with a lavendar butterfly tea that sparkled! For my meal, I got the chicken ceasar wrap with a side of sweet potato fries. The wrap was good. Classic caesar, although the chicken was well seasoned and I liked that the wrap was partially toasted. The sweet potato fries were delicious. When I inquired about the seasoning on the fries, I was told that they made their own sunshine blend to sprinkle on top. I couldn't place the flavors, but it was amazing! The star of my meal was the deep fried oreos. I wanted to leave with something sweet and these oreos did not disappoint! They had a chocolate drizzle and powdered sugar on top and came with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream. Fried oreos are usually only good when they're hot, I ate these cold all throughout the day and enjoyed every bite. The best part of Kafela is seeing how much of a gathering space it's become for people in the neighborhood. There were so many members of the community coming in throughout the time I was there to pick up a smoothie, order lunch, or just say hello and chat with the owner or other patrons. It truly felt like a place you could call home and I loved that.“

“The food is delicious. The No. 20 Noodle dish (a Vietnamese dish with a spicy sauce over vermicelli noodles, with chicken, shrimp, red and green peppers and onions), and the NO. 1 soup (Tom Yun gong), a spicy, thin soup with mushrooms, large shrimps, and onion, is great.The employees are wonderful: Jen, Mae, Lily, Mike and Andy, who are visible in the dining room; as well as the employees in the kitchen. Siam is my favorite place to visit - just wish it was in my neighborhood!“

“Tons of delicious options including grab n go stuff they can warm up for you. Great service. They have indoor and outdoor seating, the patio is a relaxing vibe. I always buy way too much stuff when I come! I didn’t think prices were outrageous.“

“Love the vibe, very earthy wholistic feel. No complaints! Great service, fast and friendly. Easy walk from Orangetheory workouts. Lots of options from smoothies, açaí bowls, coffees and more! My only complaint - the menu is on TV's black background in purple writing with lights hanging in front for a glare. It's very hard to read. I can't wait to go back and try more!“

“The food was hot and nice,staff was kind as well. I got the all American burger it was fresh so that was great. My friend got the day special of the chicken sandwich flat and the bacon burger. All was made well . The decor was plain but over all the place was clean and nice.“

“Beautiful atmosphere friendly staff great coffee and hot coco. The Johnnys habanero honey scrone delicious!!!Parking: Next to resident parking so look out for towing restrictions.Kid-friendliness: Seen at lot of moms with their babies so definitely kid and pet friendly“

“Stone Oven is a diamond in the ruff. Stone Oven has the BEST homemade Chicken Noodle soup I have ever tasted and the customer service is so accommodating and friendly. All of the staff are to be commended for you excellent work ethics and food presentation. I highly recommend Stone Oven if you want home cooked, flavorful and delicious food. I am a fan.“

“Stopped in for a girls night out with my bff and her cousin. I had no idea what to expect because from the outside it just looks like your average neighborhood bar. When I stepped in I was shocked. I had no idea it would be so spacious. I found out they have a cigar lounge and a cute little VIP area. I'm definitely adding this bar to my list of places to go back to. Also, I kept hearing great reviews about the food. I am proud of myself for not going over my budget and sticking with a 2 drink max. Which was way below my budget. I'll update after I taste the food.“

“The most relaxed and friendly place I've visited in years. Consistent with all the things that'll make come back over and over. Never have I ever once been disappointed whenever I've come. Excellent staff, food, and treatment of patrons. I recommend on the highest level.“

“Food was very fresh waffles look so awesome sausages very good I'm have to take my family of 5 back there and eat ? also they did not take no shortcuts on the food everything taste just how it's supposed to taste The cook was very friendly and funny the servers are very nice the atmosphere is awesome very clean place to eat I “

“One of my favorite places to relax and get some work done! Great food, great service, great drinks! Plenty of outlets to charge my outlet and lots of space for privacy. Highly recommend this place as a work space, or just a place to get a coffee with a friend and chat.“

“Place it’s cool, they have chess to play while enjoying your coffee, service was good. Food not so good, I ordered a bagel and added avocado but the avocado tasted as it was rotten. Would come back for chocolate or hot cocoa but no for breakfast.“

“So to rebut Steve's review, I will say this - EVERY service-oriented organization is having a rough time hiring and retaining GREAT staff. It's the sign of the times we are in. You cannot hold that against anyone or any organization. It is what it is. LaRonda works very hard to attract and hire people who can be trainable, teachable, and coachable in order to prepare them for a future in this industry. It's up to the employee to take the bait and work to better themselves. Every person I've encountered since their opening in 2021 has been professional, courteous and respectful to customers.In terms of food quality - TOP NOTCH! When your food is made FRESH and TO ORDER, you cannot expect to get it in a hurry, although there are many grab-and-go options to choose from if you cannot wait. It's also FIRST COME - FIRST SERVE. You cannot play leap frog and jump the line when there are online and call-ahead orders that need to be filled. If you're pressed for time, go somewhere else. It's sad that this has to be said, but it's horrible to slam a small-minority-owned business for no reason.My experience has been the best! Never had an issue. Food is always the best. Smoothies are delicious. Always courteous and professional. Produce are fresh. Variety to choose from. You can't ask for anything better. I am a daily patron and love the vibe and atmosphere. I will continue to support and encourage others to as well. Be persuaded by your own mind and opinion.“

“You know those places you drive by for years and never noticed. This is what this place was for me. I got a Q breakfast sandwich. It was great. 2 thumbs up. Ate that thang on the way to go support the latest caca fiesta of spider man related properties with no spider that is madam ?️“

“Everything I'd heard about this restaurant had been positive so I decided to try it out. The restaurant is somewhat small on the inside, but there are patio tables outside (weather permitting of course). Although the dining area inside was smaller than most places, it was not uncomfortable and added to the charm of the restaurant. It reminded me of a Parisian cafe. The service was friendly and prompt, and the waitress was helpful in providing descriptions of the food and suggestions. We started with the escargots, the Niçoise salad, and the onion soup. Escargots were great; meaty and served with a garlic butter and sliced baguette. Niçoise salad was bursting with color and flavor. Although the onion soup was made with a vegan base, it too was amazing. For our main course, we ordered the bœuf bourguignon and the cassoulet; both were incredible and heartwarming for a cold December night. We also split a bottle of Pinot noir which paired perfectly with our dishes. From our table we could see the chefs hard at work in the small open kitchen, which was very fun to watch and also very impressive. Our whole experience was incredible, and I definitely want to come back to try more of the menu!“

“The Cleveland Zoo is one of my all time favorite places to go! We love going during a festival to see the transformations and experiences the atmosphere throughout the seasons and time of day. We have attended the Asian Lantern festival, Boo at the zoo, and winter fest this year.. I highly encourage you all to stop by the zoo and if you have little one definitely check out the treehouse and petting area!“

“Cafe Ah-Roma is what makes CSU’s campus so great. Tasty food, delicious drinks and the most incredible staff -especially the ownership. You always feel welcomed and like family when you stop in. I am all about supporting local and this place has a one of a kind charm. They are also a great place for students, athletes and friends to hang out and relax.“