I always LOVE coming to Cordelia's and sitting at the bar for yummy cocktails and snacks! The bartenders are also always incredible and nice. I had the chips n salami small plate and it was INCREDIBLE! They were homemade salt and vinegar chips, with fatty salami with a pepper sauce, and little pepperoncinis. I never thought such a simple dish could have so much flavor. We also tried the "new skool" oysters which featured a carrot and cardamom minionette. The little pickled carrots with cardamom Essense somehow went so well with the oyster! Go get them while it's still on the menu! 11/10 for food, drinks, and vibes. Follow my food Instagram for more foodie adventures! @dietz.eatz read more

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Dined at Cordelia for the first time. What went well: very friendly, attentive staff and lively, fun ambience. What went wrong: The drinks were expensive and most of the glass filled with ice. We tried 4 different cocktails and all fell flat. -The food is so greasy! Our fish was served in a pool of oil. The overdressed salad almost felt like a dare--a ridiculous amount of dressing. The crackers are fried and the bread comes drenched in oil. I cannot recommend this restaurant. read more

Early dinner here on a Tuesday night before the Cavs game. Beautiful restaurant and friendly staff. The open kitchen is really fun to watch and the food is easily share-able so you can try many different things. The music was a little loud because we were early-- would probably be less so if the entire place were packed. The ambrosia cocktail was really good and we started with jammy eggs, chips and salami, farmers cheese and the carrot mahammara. The Mahammara was the best thing I ate all night! The farmers cheese was a close second. The toast was drizzled with olive oil and grilled. Delicious. The jammy eggs were more runny (no yolks) and the chili sauce was very bland. It was next to something crunchy so I kept thinking I was crunching egg shells. I would pass on these. My husband enjoyed the tartar and we split the fried chicken, which comes with a very hard crust fried in bacon. It was okay but I would try something different next time. Service was fantastic and we were served a pair of miso brownie bites upon departure. It was a great start to our evening out! read more

Visited Cordelia during a weeknight during a work trip to Cleveland. It is located on East 4th Street, which has a lot of restaurants and bars and is not far from Rocket Arena (basketball stadium). I went on a Tuesday evening with a colleague, which was pretty quiet, but I imagine it gets lively on weekends. We were able to walk right in without a reservation and grab seats at the bar. The restaurant is housed in an industrial-style building with exposed concrete, high ceilings, and plenty of open space. The bar area is fairly large, with around ten seats and enough room to comfortably have dinner. We started with drinks (wine and cocktails were around $15-$18) and one of the specials, a very flavorful, z'aatar-seasoned spreadable cheese served with grilled sourdough. It was a tasty starter and not too filling. For my main, I had the grilled kielbasa, which was served with a light salad on top. It was very tasty and filling, but still felt clean and balanced. My colleague ordered the beef n' noodles, which looked incredibly rich (cream sauce and lots of meat). They said it was very good but ultimately too heavy to finish. Overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience. A good number of tables and bar seats were filled, but it did not feel crowded. There was fun music playing and a great vibe. The food was well prepared and the portion sizes were satisfying without being overwhelming. I would definitely return on my next trip to Cleveland. read more

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Stunning food, service, and atmosphere! Just WOW! Everything is incredibly delicious and service is so fast, professional, and passionate about both the food and experience they provide. 100000% recommend the burger box and jojos. Dessert was perfect too! read more

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Fantastic brunch food. Both Asian and mostly Mediterranean influences throughout traditional breakfast fare. The Dutch baby with mushroom and leek was absolutely overflowing with mushrooms so if you're not a fan of shiitake mushrooms it isn't for you. The Japanese milk bread was a delicious fried triangle with chantilly cream inside and real maple syrup on the side. The shining star was the carrot muhammara. Fantastically nutty, lightly sweet, excellent thick hummus like texture. The farmers cheese was fine. It was like a garlicky ricotta. The jammy eggs weren't my style- the jam was tomato based and it was less of the traditional fruit jam I expected but not bad. Overall excellent meal. My cocktails were unique and delicious too. Must RSVP to get a spot! read more

Cordelia - Mushroom leek Dutch baby - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Whenever time allows, I'm always going to Cordelia's if I'm in the area. Very cute restaurant, amazing food and great service. I'm usually alone so I can walk in without a reservation, but it's highly recommended to make one. It can get crowded. read more

Cordelia - The Barrett breakfast sandwich - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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I was in Cleveland visiting with my fellowship for a week long of learning experiences. The days were long and for some reason the food places we were visiting were very underwhelming. A cohort member and I linked up and decided to try Cordelia. We both had found it separately so knew instantly this needed to be the spot where we deviated from the group for one night. So happy we did. At the time the chef was named Top new chefs I believe. Nonetheless, we were greeted right away as we did not have a reservation. Staff were very kind, prompt and suggestive. We sat at the grill bar to reduce our wait time which is always fun. We explored the menu and got some small bites, the green bean salad (green beans weee seasonal so it was highly suggested) and a burger to split. The salad was our least favorite. It lacked flavor which our apps and burger did not. Other than that I'd definitely visit again when in Cleveland. Oh. I got a French 75 and it was DELICIOUS. The restaurant was larger than I thought with a downstairs. Interesting noise level and decor for the fine dining big I didn't mind it. Allowed for a more relaxed feel while still really enjoying quality food & service. read more

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Midwest nice at its finest! Cordelia calls itself "Modern Grandma" and if you order the Bellie Up ($90/pp tasting menu) you will leave feeling like you just went to Grandma's house because she STUFFED you with SO MUCH good food. I was full for 3-4 hours AND into the next day (in which I consumed the leftovers). But seriously, Cordelia's food POV is incredible. This is midwest dining - where it's rooted in the comfort foods but fresh and unique. I felt this way about eating at Kasama in Chicago ....so logic follows the Michelin should come to CLE and star up Cordelia ha. Getting into the food, the tasting menu was basically FULL portions and such a good value - we enjoyed the following in sequential order: *carrot muhammara - hazelnut dukkah - their midwest take on muhammara SOO flavorful. *jammy eggs - spicy ajvar, furika - love a good jammy egg and theirs was perfect. with the ajvar (described to us as a Croatian red pepper situation) it was also perfect! I could eat many of these. *mushroom toast pimenton - focaccia, white harissa, pear, tarragon - HECK. these oyster mushrooms with these flavors was UMAMI central. It was so delightful. It was so perfectly balanced with what I'm going to call "apple gems." It was described to us as cooking apples way down to when the pectin breaks down then they're just like sweet lil' gems. Those pops were perfect against the savory, umami goodness. I've had a lot of toasts in my life and this might be the best. *over dressed greens - veg, cheese, croutons, white french - this salad is apparently inspired by Luigi's down in Akron, OH! White french is not something I've had before but I want it every day of my life please. This salad had pickled zucchini, radishes, etc. so even though it was HEFTY (mayo-based dressing with HELLA cheese), every bite was so interesting and I kept going back for more! *popcorn gnocchi bechamel, popped sorghum, lemon - I've never seen BARRELS of ricotta gnocchi like this but I loved it! It was a food coma on a plate though haha. I didn't mind the popped sorghum (as I've seen reviews giving mixed thoughts on this); I thought it was unique! Only at Cordelia with their midwest grandma would a dish like this exist in a way that makes perfect sense. *bone-in brussels pepperoni garlic conserva, piparra mayo, herbs - okay first, ha "bone-in" but it really was. Also, This is inspired by a PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA. These folks are MY PEOPLE. It was just fully deep fried so it was wonderful crispy and flavorful. Yum. You ain't never had brussels like these before! *burger box 1921 style, smoked cheddar, pickle, onion, our sauce - I feel like this is one of their signature dishes. They were cranking these bad boys out. Done smash burger style on Japanese milk bread rolls seasoned with everything bagel. KOOL AID PICKLES - yes you read that right and they were appropriately neon green as a result a la Chicago dog relish - loved it. We also ate this the next day - cold and it still slapped. *corned lamb - fermented mustard demi, allium - I don't like lamb usually. I find it gamey and I don't ever go out of my way to order it. But WOW, this take on a lamb shank done corned beef style was remarkable. I'm truly going to remember this dish for the rest of my life. *cauliflower - sweet potato, golden raisin, lemon radicchio, pecorino - this came with our lamb and by this time I was sooo full I feel like I could barely enjoy it BUT it was good the next day. *Bowl of Dirt - Miso-Dark Chocolate Brownie, Milk Chocolate Mousse, Whey Caramel, Gummy Worms, Dark Chocolate Shortbread Crumble, Sea Salt - Like dirt pudding but make it fancy!!! It's ruined me because I only ever want a bowl of dirt from Cordelia. The milk chocolate mousse was SOO luscious - almost like cold foam-esque but not cold. Everything about this dessert was SPECTACULAR. *Squash Pie - so this was served in a ramekin without a crust but WOW. I love how it leaned way more savory than sweet. If I didn't have the bowl of dirt, I would've finished this pie too. I was so full from this that I only had a chance to try 1 cocktail. Their cocktail menu is so fun and creative. What a memorable birthday dinner! Not because they do anything special but because of the incredibly good food and hospitality! read more

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The atmosphere was nice and the service was friendly, but I don't think I'll be back. Our server left us for quite a while between water and taking our order. Our main plates came out before our appetizers, which was awkward. Our server apologized and said it had something to do with the fact that it was brunch. He comp'd us the apps, which helped. As far as the food goes, it was ok, but not worth a repeat visit. Jojos taste like BBQ flavored Pringles. The Shakshuka and the yogurt parfait were highlights. Everyone raves about the carrot dip, but it wasn't our favorite. The pimento cheese spread was better. read more

YUM! I can't believe it's taken me this long to come here. Such a fun vibe and all the staff is super friendly and attentive. I wasn't sure if the food would be for me but all of it was delicious. Definitely recommend this place!! read more

Cordelia - some of our yummy food - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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My coworker absolutely loves this place, and I hadn't been yet, so walking down around Public Square on a Sunday afternoon, why not? We went in towards the end of brunch service, no reservations, and got a seat outside in the sun where we could see bits of the air show. They were out of quite a few things by then, but again, end of service, so can't fault them too much! I had really wanted to try the chicken, though! We did a snack trio with the carrot muhumarra, farmers cheese, and the yogurt with granola. Call us silly, but that maple yogurt with blackberry compote was INCREDIBLE. I liked the carrot dip/spread, and you can't go wrong with cheese! I'm pretty sure it had some everything seasoning on it, too. We also had the peaches and creme Dutch Baby and, just wow. It had some savory seasonings on the peaches, sweet cream, and charred edges. It was also really big, so a great sharing dish with the appetizers. The cocktails were Strong! I had a Solstice Margarita. It didn't taste strong but you definitely feel it! I think this would be a hip date night and it was a really fun brunch spot! read more

Cordelia - Solstice margarita - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Came in as a party for 3 on a weekday night for dinner. We did a reservation just in case. We ended up sharing the carrot muhammara, farmers cheese, crispy chicken skins, green beans, and the burger box. The carrot muhammara and farmers cheese came together with bread. The bread had the perfect cripsy exterior and paired well with them. The carrot muhammara was savory and countered the sweet farmers cheese. We loved both. My friend's favorite was the carrot, but since I have sweet tooth, I preferred the farmers cheese. The crispy chicken skins were also a good starting appetizer to share. The green beans were refreshing, and I liked how the toppings, especially the croutin fries and the pepperoncini. The burger box was what brought me here in the first place. It had a good crunch with the crispy cheddar cheese--sharable that could easily be cut into 4 pieces. Everything was good quality, service was attentive and friendly. Parking available via street parking or valet. Ended up not trying valet, but will definitely consider next time since it's validated according to other Yelpers. Definitely will consider coming back. read more

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I'll add to the growing mountain of evidence that Cordelia is the best restaurant in town. I've gone several times now - probably about four times for dinner and two for brunch. I think that the dinner outshines the brunch, but both are fantastic. We have had the chance to try so many of the fantastic dishes - some of which are staples, like the carrot muhammara and the fried chicken - and some of which are rotating specials, such as the fat gnocchi, spring pea toast, and burrata. For brunch, the dimmy jeans are a revelation and for dessert, I love the butterscotch pudding and the bowl of dirt. Last year we got their Thanksgiving Fixins and its definitely the best Thanksgiving meal we've had in a long while - so easy to put together and everything reheated perfectly. The dill pickle dip was a standout. Cordelia's is also one of the best place to grab a drink and some snacks before a baseball game. The pantry snacks section of the menu has some of their best food, imo, and that plus one of their very high quality rotating cocktail or wine offerings is more filling than you'd assume. Finally, we consistently have exceptional service. I've had the server Hannah several times and she is especially good. Cheers to the Cordelia team and I can't wait for the new Ohio City restaurant from this team. read more

Cordelia is sooo good. The ambiance and overall vibe are perfection. The food is unbelievable, and the cocktails are incredible. It's one of those places I'll always recommend. read more

I absolutely LOVE Cordelia. I've been quite a few times and have done Bellie Up 3 or 4 times, including this past weekend. If you haven't been and you're with a group of 4 to 6, Bellie Up is the way to go; they give you a ton of different dishes for the table to share. There's so much food that even the biggest eater will not go hungry! I'm a vegetarian and the other 5 in our party were not and I still have tons to eat. Food: I love their pantry snacks, especially the farmers cheese and pimento. Definitely make sure you get a few of those. I also love their tomato bread (if you go when tomatoes are in season), whatever pasta they have (the fat noodle one they have right now is extra good), and some tomato peach dish they gave us that I didn't see on the menu but could not get enough of. I'm not a big dessert girl but at Cordelia I am. I kind of wish they'd get rid of the plate of dirt and bring back chesterfield ave though! read more

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Wow I get the hype. The meal and service were Devine. Our server was very polite and friendly. My husband and I shared the cauliflower, burger, and walleye. The caulifer was complex and delicious. The burger was classic but elevated. The walleye was fresh and delicious. I wish we had saved room for dessert! I was told if you did valet parking, they will validate it for you. read more

Cordelia - Walleye - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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What a fantastic bun on that burger! They could make a fortune selling burgers with that bun...but first: They gotta stop replacing the flavor and acid in their pickles with green dye. This burger needs acid desperately. They gotta provide the burger flipper with salt and pepper shakers. They gotta add fat/moisture. The cheese lost its flavor during dehydration...first time ever I'd describe a burger's ( or any food's) flavor as 'dry'. But that bun... EDIT...just re-read some positive reviews. They mention a burger sauce that sadly was missing from our burger. Put pimentos in the smoky cottage cheese spread and I'd be back for that and the great service. read more

After the guardians game, we wanted to get some food and drinks and we look this place up and saw that was the James beer award nominee restaurants we decided to check it out. Turns out that there were no reservations till 930 at night, but there was an open bar seating so we sat there and ordered a few drinks then another seat open so we decided to stay to eat. The bartender was super nice and very helpful and even guided us to try new drinks that we have not tried before and we love them. She also helped us order stuff off the menu and everything we had was delicious. We really enjoyed our time here. The place was decorated really cute and if we are ever in Cleveland again, we'll definitely make a reservation this time to make sure that we have a secured spot. It was a nice surprise to be able to have a seat open at the bar when there wasn't any tables available. read more

Cordelia - The last word cocktail - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Always a great meal at Cordelia. Sat at bar because they didn't have any room at the kitchen bar. The kitchen bar is great, by the normal bar is very nice as well. Overdressed Salad and Fried Chicken. Both amazing. Fried Chicken has a great crust. read more

Cordelia - Overdressed Salad - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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I really enjoyed Cordelia. I visited on a busy Friday night and the service and food were spot on. We shared 5 of the appetizers to start and they were all delicious. The tray included some really good, fresh bread and really tasty crackers. We loved it all. We also shared the delicata squash, the cauliflower, and the popcorn gnocchi. The squash and cauliflower were beautiful and tasted fantastic, the popcorn on the gnocchi wasn't our favorite. The gnocchi itself was delicious but the popcorn was weird and didn't really add anything at all. The other food, drinks, and our wonderful server Sabrena more than made up for the popcorn. I highly recommend Cordelia for a fun date night, great food and wonderful service. Will be back for sure! read more

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We celebrated my mother's birthday at Cordelia this past weekend, and it was a standout experience from start to finish. Cordelia has mastered the "Modern Heirloom" vibe--it feels elevated and intentional, yet as welcoming as a family Sunday dinner. The Service The hospitality here is top-tier. Our waitress was phenomenal; she was attentive without being overbearing and offered insightful recommendations that truly enhanced our meal. Her ability to make genuine conversation while keeping the pacing of the courses perfect made the birthday celebration feel truly special. The "Bellie Up" Experience We opted for the $90 Chef's Dinner ("Bellie Up"), and I cannot recommend it enough. It's a curated journey through the kitchen's best seasonal offerings. The portion sizes were generous, and the progression of flavors was brilliantly executed. Standout Dishes: * The Burger Box: A creative, flavor-packed take on a classic that lived up to the hype. * Jojo Fries: Perfectly crispy and seasoned--easily some of the best in the city. * Cheese & Chives with Crackers: This sounds simple, but the quality of the spread and the crunch of the crackers made it an addictive starter. * The Veggie Plates & Mains: As seen in our spread, the roasted cauliflower and the citrus-forward salads provided a vibrant, fresh contrast to the richer mains. The Vibe & Drinks The drink menu is diverse, offering everything from sophisticated cocktails to great non-alcoholic options, ensuring everyone in our party found something they loved. Final Verdict Cordelia is a must-visit for anyone in downtown Cleveland looking for fresh, unique flavors served with genuine heart. We left completely satisfied and already eyeing the menu for our next visit. read more

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I'm not at all impressed with Cordelia. Cordelia is a trendy restaurant located on East 4th Street. It has nice ambiance and decor. While there is plenty of hype around this restaurant, my experiences weren't good. I first visited in August 2024. My friend (fellow Elite Yelper) had dinner at the bar. We ordered an assortment of pantry snacks and relish trays. There was a special for ordering multiples so it wasn't a bad deal. The food was unpleasant, every single dish - not well balanced, too many clashing spices or too dry. I wouldn't order anything I ordered again. There was not one dish that was tasty. The best way to describe service is snotty. Our bill was split wrong and we experienced awkward waits. I did not at all feel welcome. It's a shame because my friend was really excited to visit. Fast forward, I decided to give Cordelia another chance. I made a reservation on Resy for their event - Thini Thai X TMP X Cordelia. It was a special evening with Thai food. I had to cancel a reservation a day in advance. Resy reservation allowed me to cancel. However, I was presented with the statement indicating that I will be charged $25 cancellation fee. I called Cordelia to find out what this cancellation fee is for. Their automatic recording referred to needing to email them, which seemed convenient for the business but like too many hoops for the customer. I left a voicemail for the restaurant. It has been a week and unfortunately no one contacted me. I haven't experienced an upscale restaurant never returning a call. I didn't end up being charged a fee but the message was misleading and the service disappointing. If you wish to try their restaurant, check out their Instagram for special events and new collaborations. Based on these two experiences, I will not be returning. There is unfortunately no "customer first" mindset here. I hope that this restaurant eventually evolves into guest-centric dining experience. read more

Cordelia - Appetizers - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Cordelia's was a solid, average restaurant. The ambiance is great, the menu is unique and intriguing, and the servers are friendly! However, I was initially let down when I was ready to order and then the server informed me what they were out of. She did explain the menu when I first sat down so it was weird that she felt to bring everything up after I already had made my decisions. Disappointingly, they were out of oysters at 8PM on a Wednesday. I noticed some other patrons next to me who also came for the oysters and upon hearing they were out, left right away. I informed my server that I had a dietary restriction and then placed my order. I received the tartare which did not follow my restrictions and the server promptly took it away. She kindly apologized for not bringing it up when I was asking questions and made my order. However, I think this could have been handled better, especially if I hadn't noticed or even for other customers who may have dug right in and possibly faced an allergic reaction. The jammy eggs were great! Very unique flavor pallet which I enjoyed. However, Kate's fish was not that tasty. The fish was very salty and the sauce was as well. The only complimenting flavors were the beans but the onions and jalapeños just felt like they didn't go together with such a salty fish dish. Next time, I'd just stick to the jammy eggs. read more

Cordelia - Jammy eggs - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Cleveland's best. Best dinner. Best brunch. Best drinks. Best service. Best vibe. Would recommend to anyone. read more

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My friend and I were given great reviews about this place so we gathered our group of 15 and made a reservation. The largest table they had sat 12 and we could put 3 at a 4 too next to us. 3 of our guests were late so the table got taken but we made it all work. The dishes are served family style and are shareable so you can get a little taste of everything. We had some appetizers- the snack mix is so good! I wouldn't have ordered it but someone did and I was so happy they did! My favorite app was the pimento cheese and chili with crackers! It was nothing short of amazing! Both ends of our big table ordered more! There were a couple more apps but I'm not sure what all was on the table. Entrees- Pork Belly if I could give 100 s just for that I would! A bucket of fried chicken- chicken was so moist! A couple of beef dishes and the cauliflower- DELICIOUS! I think the other end of the table had additional dishes that never made it to my end of the table. The music is loud and I believe the beer options are minimal. But there's a full bar so I'm sure you can find something to drink (except iced tea, they only have that in the summertime) Most of us agreed it was the best food we had in Cleveland! Do not miss your opportunity to visit Cordelia! Go hungry, leave happy! read more

We loved everything about Cordelia for brunch. We had reservations (which I highly recommend -- the place filled up as soon as the doors opened!) on a Sunday morning. The space is aesthetically pleasing and definitely hip, from the 90s hip hop playing to the funky decor. The menu both has traditional brunch elements (sweet and savory) but is also inventive. We shared a Dutch baby and the midwestern omelette and split an egg sandwich special, which were all so flavorful and filling. Great service, great atmosphere, great food -- can't wait to go back. read more

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Walked into Cordelia with a friend on a random weekday night, and it packed! We ended up finding a couple seats at the bar, ordering some drinks, and sharing some food. All the staff were friendly and service quick! I had an orange wine and my friend had a Hugo spritz; both hit the spot and were refreshing. We shared the jojos (fried potato wedges), eggplant, bbq carrots, and fried chicken ("mines" portion). Overall, the food was flavorful and very well seasoned albeit on the heavier side. We definitely got the "itis" afterwards. My favorite dishes were the jojos and the carrots. Both were cooked with the perfect bite and had a complex and delicious mix of textures and flavors in the seasoning. The restaurant was certainly hopping with an after work crowd and friends hanging out. The bar was large with plenty of seats for solo diners and pairs. The main dining area seating had both high tops and low tables. The vibe was giving "elevated yet cozy" and still true to Midwest culture -- cozy, warm, and familiar but with a twist! read more

Cordelia - Jojos (front) and fried chicken (back) - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Honestly no complaints about this place. Heavy Midwest influence in the foods. I would say the portions are on the smaller side, but the flavors are super unique and not like a typical brunch place. The dishes weren't too oily, and extremely flavorful. The staff were friendly, and the decorations inside suited the target atmosphere. I would definitely come back again, and bring family. read more

I'll start by saying we had a short time at this restaurant and did not get to experience the full menu! We stopped in on a Saturday night and it was very crowded but we were able to get seated outside immediately. The ambiance indoors seems very classy and beautiful, so it was a little odd that the outside felt so casual, but it was a nice space nonetheless. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. We got a relish tray with the garlic spread, carrot muhammara and the olives. Overall everything was very good but nothing wowed us for the price it was. I let our server know I had celiacs so I was just going to eat the spreads without the bread and was fine with that and she insisted on bringing out a crudite for me which I thought was very nice. I was incredibly disappointed later that the crudité was charged on our bill as this was not communicated with me. We got an old fashioned and a gin based cocktail and both were incredibly tasty! Overall for almost 100 dollars with tip, I don't think our experience was enough to bring us back, but sounds like a lot of others have had incredible meals here! read more

Cordelia - New American Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Wow! I was so impressed by this place! The music, the vibe, the staff, the food, the drinks all 5/5. We did the tasting menu, my husband and I are avid foodies and this knocked both of our socks off. For drinks, I tried the solstice margarita and it was lovely. Very refreshing. My husband did the draw blood and it was so unique! My favorite thing from the tasting menu was the burger box and the pimento cheese dip. My husband loved the burger and the pierogi. Our server was Lexi C, she was amazing. She gave wonderful recommendations, set awesome expectations and got to know us through our time there. Excellent server. If you get a chance, definitely stop by. read more

The food was absolutely outstanding. Every dish ordered had such unique flavors and the portions were huge. We had 3 people and ordered carrot muhamarra, the beef noodles, the citrus salad, cauliflower, burger box and the fish. We took a lot home. Forgot to take pictures but food presentation was excellent too. Only comment is to perhaps use easier words on the menu do you don't have to have waitress interpret it got you but maybe that's part of the charm. read more

My 3rd time here and it doesn't miss. The service, the nuanced food. It's a rare expert because its damn consistent. Again, we ordered too much food but they happily box it up. Tried the carrot dish after waiter recommended. I'm glad he did. Its delicious. The newer dish are the corn ribs. Very garlic forward. He warned us. Almost too much but they are addictive. read more

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Midway down an adorable alley lined with bars and restaurants, you are already setup to enjoy the restaurant when you enter the space. It's sophisticated and whimsical at the same time. Sunday morning at 11:30, there was no line and still empty tables. We were seated right away. Service was attentive, the food was delish and the menu was awesome. It has been a while since we had experienced a place that checked everything off the list!! For brunch, we had their Caramel Apple Dutch Baby (beautifully served and sinfully delicious), Shasuka (perfectly spiced) and Burger Box (unique flavoring). Coffee was served in darling teacups that the restaurant had sourced from local estate sales. They were on the smaller side, but our waitress always managed to keep them topped up!! This is a gem of a place and deserves 5 stars!!! read more

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Not local to Cleveland, but this is one of my favorite restaurants. The ambience is awesome, the staff is awesome, and the food is awesome. Did I mention this place is awesome? I got a burger that was the perfect burger, at least for me, but every bite was mouth watering. The cocktails were really good too! I came by myself so didn't do the whole sharing experience, but the whole menu looks awesome. The staff was so friendly and chill. The place was jammin good tunes and I was sitting front row watching the kitchen cook. 10/10 experience read more

We went here for our anniversary and had such an amazing experience. Everything we got was delicious but what made our night was the service. The staff was very nice, personable, and made us feel like it was a special night out. read more

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Cordelia has been at the top of my list to try since before it opened on my birthday in 2022; I'd been following the concept on Instagram. Well I finally got the opportunity to dine here and it was so much better than I could've ever imagined. We sat at the kitchen counter, and were promptly greeted by our server, Hannah. She was welcoming, friendly, helpful, and did a fantastic job. Since everything on the menu sounded good, we decided to do the Bellie Up tasting "menu" which we found out the chefs curate on the spot for you, as each course is a surprise. We were asked if there was something we absolutely couldn't miss (burger box and skyline dip) and about allergies etc. Then we ordered drinks and the fun began! Btw- Drinks were a knockout (thanks Lennon), amazing mocktails for those of us doing dry 365. All of the courses were brought out, and described, by members of the kitchen staff. They all seemed to love what they were doing and were very friendly. Our meal, brought out in five courses, consisted of the Skyline chili dip, carrot muhammara, Farmers cheese spread, burger box, overdressed greens, pork belly, mushroom toast, ham hock, cauliflower, and two desserts. The food was even better than I had anticipated, I didn't want to stop eating. I absolutely cannot wait to go back. We wanted to save room for each course, so Hannah boxed everything up, including fresh crackers and toast (!!!). Everything, down to the smallest detail, was so perfectly thought out. From the decor, to the plates, to the plating, to the perfectly paired ingredients, to receiving clean silverware between each course.... I was blown away. Cordelia describes themselves as "Midwest nice" and tbh that's the perfect description. While I'd consider this fine dining from a food/service perspective, it was not stuffy or pretentious, and instead felt like going "home" and I felt a wave of nostalgia. Never once did we feel rushed or unwelcome, everyone we encountered was so genuine and kind. Thank you for an awesome experience. I would 10000000000% recommend. They know what they're doing. read more

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Truly phenomenal dinner! Spectacular on all three fronts of food, service, and ambiance. We enjoyed our summer experience on the patio with our five-month old. Great hip-hop played throughout our whole meal. Several dishes are must haves for me. The fried chicken, lamb, and seasonal fish (walleye) were unforgettable. The celery salad was ok but not truly worth the price. Pretzel jello dessert was nice but not a favorite. Cordelia's a not to be missed experience in Cleveland! read more

I reserved for the kitchen counter because it was the only thing available but it was truly the most fascinating experience. The kitchen is open aired and you're watching the entire service. It was something I've never seen before. Watching the team put out dish after dish of incredible food was the best "sitting at the bar" experience I've ever had. I got the shakshouka, which was comforting after walking in the cold to get there, and a couple of oysters that were light and clean. I will come back the next time I'm in town. read more

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Vibe in here is really cool and the service staff is super knowledgeable and very very nice! We had the farmers cheese, the spring pea toast, the cauliflower and the burger box. Everything was really spectacular, the farmers cheese was a little salty and the cauliflower wasn't quite our favorite flavor profile, it was a little earthy for us. The spring pea toast was PHENOMENAL though, best bite of the night by far, so fresh and light. The burger box was outstanding as well, loved the crispy cheese situation. read more