Poppy a Salt restaurant

Went here with a group of four friends and sat on the patio. Super easy to make a reservation online, really beautiful patio, and the steak I got was actually cooked very well! One of the better steaks I've had in a long time and at a reasonable price. The biscuits appetizer was great as well and I would recommend. The cocktail I got was fine and not the most flavorful, but overall we had a very good experience at this place with its good food and good vibes. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

You'll love everything about Poppy. Just go there, trust me.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Poppy – A Perfect Patio & Culinary Experience in Larchmere

We were on the hunt for a beautiful patio on a perfect Cleveland day, and the internet led us right to Poppy in the Larchmere District. After seeing the gorgeous photos and reading some glowing reviews, we knew we had to try it—especially knowing it comes from one of the creative minds behind the award-winning Salt.

We arrived right as they opened, which gave us the perfect calm moment to take in the setting and enjoy every bite. We started with Shawnda’s Biscuits and honey lavender butter—rich, and just the right touch of sweet. Alongside that, we ordered the woodfired fresh focaccia with burrata, sunflower seeds, saba, and the most perfectly ripe strawberries. It was as gorgeous as it was delicious.

For mains, we chose the shrimp and jalapeño-infused grits with a tomato-herb oil—comforting with just the right amount of kick—and the Cobia, served over esquites (a Mexican street corn-style base) with chili oil. It usually looks prettier, but I had the cilantro salad put on the side.

And then came the banana cake—which deserves a review of its own. Massive, rich, and meant to be shared (though no judgment if you don’t). It came with brown sugar caramel cream, almond butter caramel, and a banana almond crunch that took it over the top. Truly decadent. Don’t skip it. Andrew, our server was attentive and gave just the right amount of advice. A+ service.

Sadly, I was too captivated by the food to snap a picture of the gorgeous patio, but trust me—it’s the kind of space that makes you want to sit and linger. The atmosphere is relaxed yet elevated, ideal for a celebration dinner, a date night, or just a really special evening with friends.

Also worth noting: their signature cocktails are spot-on, though I can’t remember exactly what was in my wife’s… I just know it disappeared quickly and happily.

Poppy is a must-visit. The creativity, the flavors, and the setting all come together for an unforgettable dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A unique place with exceptional service
Loved it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great vegetable options

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Overall nice experience and outdoor seating.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Just went here last night with a girlfriend from out of town. When I tell you, we had the absolute BEST time. Quinton (sorry if that's misspelled!) was our server and he was so kind, attentive and personable. We started with the biscuits (get the order of 5, you'll thank me later) and mussels. Both were DIVINE. Fluffy biscuits and the mussels were in a fatty, flavorful broth. I had the shrimp and grits and my friend had the burger. Both were insanely good. For dessert, we got the key lime pie napoleon and the banana cake. I would do unforgivable things for that cake. (Lmao) It was so soft and fluffy, had the perfect amount of salt and was so balanced. We also had the pleasure of meeting Kelly who was running food and she suggested the pretzel salad for dessert so that'll be next time! Don't think, just book your reservation.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hidden gem. The patio had a great atmosphere. The service was terrific. Dinner portions aren't huge, but everything was fresh and delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

From the moment I walked into Poppy Restaurant, I knew I was in for a great experience. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and full of charm — the perfect balance of upscale and cozy.

Let’s talk about the shrimp and grits: absolutely phenomenal. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, juicy and tender, with a rich, flavorful sauce that tied everything together. The grits were creamy and buttery, with just the right texture. Hands down, one of the best versions of this dish I’ve ever had!

For dessert, I ordered the Napoleon, and wow — it was a showstopper. Flaky, delicate layers with luscious cream in between, balanced perfectly with just the right amount of sweetness. It was almost too beautiful to eat (almost).

Our server, Amber, was exceptional — friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel welcome from start to finish. She took great care of us, and her recommendations were spot on. A big shoutout to Quintin, the manager, for running such a tight ship. The level of customer service at Poppy is truly next-level.

Between the outstanding food, amazing service, and wonderful ambiance, this place is an absolute gem. Can’t wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Enjoyed the food had the cobia fish it was delicious staff friendly and attentive.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was excellent! Steak was outstanding and the Shrimp and Grits were delicious. Our server, Emma Claire, was superb. We sat outdoors and it is a very lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend for a delightful dinner experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

i have always walked past and one day i finally came in and i have to say, it was beautiful and amazing. the weather made it even better, i can’t remember my server name (i believe it starts with an A) but she was great, she told the table about the special and i lit up sooooooo hard when she said “octopus” and boy was it delicious. since its summer they have a chef outside getting it in so it was so exciting seeing my food being prepared. i did order the ceviche for the table but wasn’t the biggest fan of it but the shrimp chips add a great flavor but i won’t be ordering that again. the drink i ordered was a mojito but it was …. i can’t wait to come back and try everything else on the menu too. i recommend everyone to come on in!!! p.s. my friend ordered the burger and she said it was good, from my pov it looked good and juicy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very good attentive service and great outdoors seating. Overall the food was good quality and actually pretty well priced. Small but quality wine selection that was surprisingly underpriced to what youd expect . Had my personal issues w some of the texture of the duck so not 5 stars but definitely recommend checking this place out. You wont regret it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Went here because I heard they had a great patio. Boy am I glad we tried this place. Everything we ate was excellent. We started off with the fire roasted mushrooms. Wow were they good. For our entrees, I got the Shrimp and Grits and my girlfriend got the fire roasted zucchini. Both were delicious and prepared exceptionally well. The wait staff were attentive and extremely friendly. And the patio met the hype. I highly recommend sitting outside over the dining room. The only negative was their beer list. It was limited and no standouts, especially if you are not a fan of Immigrant Son Brewing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food meh. Service meh. Overpriced. 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1