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    Heck’s Cafe

    3.6 (159 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Meghan O.

    Wasn't my first time at Heck's, but it never disappoints! I always get the burger au cheval and since today we came for brunch, I also got the home fries. I will say the service wasn't as great as usual, but I assume it's because it was Mother's Day and busy. But the staff were all super nice. Loved the burger as always, but the homefries were just a tad soggy. Still really enjoyed!

    Avon burger, fire burger, Mac n cheese, rosemary fries, potato wedges
    Barbara L.

    We ordered the Avon burger and fire burger and upgraded to rosemary fries and potato wedges. The burgers were great, although the fire burger tasted like a regular plain burger. The fries were hand-cut and quite decent! Also got a side of Mac n cheese which was not bad, but it also wasn't good. Kind of velveeta? The place is marketed as high end and the ambiance is fancy, but the food isn't really gourmet. Food was brought out quickly, and the server was nice enough.

    3 way breakfast with bacon and sausage
    Curstyn F.

    Heck's Cafe is truly a staple when it comes to brunch--you literally can't go wrong here. The menu has such a great variety, so there's something for everyone no matter what you're in the mood for. The food was really good, especially the home fries and sausage links--both were cooked perfectly and super satisfying. The French toast was a standout for me though. It was so flavorful and honestly tasted like a warm cinnamon roll... sooo good. Our waiter, Sarah, was really nice and gave some great recommendations, which made the experience even better. The atmosphere was also really nice--busy in a good way with people coming and going, and the music surprised me in the best way. It had more of an urban vibe, which I loved. I love Heck's--it's always a solid choice for brunch!

    Merry Berry Cocktail
    Rose K.

    Conveniently located off of Chagrin Boulevard and Richmond RD. The evening was a Holiday gathering with friends. Our server Olivia was pleasant and helpful. The bar and restaurant were nicely decorated for the holidays. Five of us were putting a half booth. It was a tad cramped so we asked for a chair that we put on the end. Olivia was very helpful in moving a chair. This worked much better. I had the Merry Berry Cocktail which was like a margarita with cranberry and Rosemary. It came in a little bottle that you poured yourself. It was good, but could have had more flavor. It was a bit bland. For dinner, I had the Miso Gkazed Salmon over bok choy with sweet potato medallions. It had a cashew crunch dusting on top. It was good, but nothing special. Again, on the bland side. It was overpriced at $35.00. I'd return, but would opt for a burger I e fish tacos. Those looked amazing. The salmon just wasn't something I'd return for. Recommend this for the service and burgers. :-)

    Kathy D.

    Ambiance, decor, greenery were all so on point and pretty! Came here to dine with a friend and we had a great time. Our server was very friendly and accommodating and we felt like we were being taken care of. However, for a Monday evening, it was busier than expected and the speed of everything was extra slow. I had to remind and repeat some requests and questions for the server. Menu was straightforward and appealing. My burger was delicious and fries were crisp. The appetizer portions were on the small side. I wasn't impressed with their desserts. They were very pricey but the descriptions didn't match the content. The blondie sundae we ordered was overly dense, not particularly good and not really a blondie brownie. The chocolate flourless cake was also way too thick and sweet. Heard good things about the bread pudding so will be trying that next time.

    Amy J.

    Beautiful restaurant, very classy inside. Busy place during lunch on a Wednesday. Food was out in ten min though! Brieberry burger was perfectly cooked to order. Onion rings were nice and hot and crispy with a spicy aioli. Calamari was also nice and crispy but did lack a sauce to come with it would could be an improvement.

    Ohio Breakfast
    Ezrom S.

    First of all I loved the vibe of the building it's very well decorated with a nice ambiance. Our server was very attentive and nice. We came right at opening for a Saturday brunch and left full and happy! We got the Ohio breakfast and the Baklava French toast.

    NY strip
    Craig K.

    Good food and service. I stumbled onto this place and had no background info prior to walking in. They had good happy hour specials both food and drink. I had the NY strip and it was good. Personally, I don't like when the steak is cut up for me. Just a preference. It came with roasted peppers and fried potato wedges. They were good but I prefer a sauce or ketchup which they provided when requested. The French onion soup was good. All the food was slightly warm, not hot. No biggie. I would return.

    Eggplant dip
    Kim G.

    This place does a delicious burger that's super juicy and flavorful. My friend and I ordered the Avon Burger and the Market Burger. We each loved the variety of creative toppings and thought the flavors complimented one another perfectly. The eggplant dip was the low point of the meal as we thought it had a bizarre flavor. They have a nice enough patio that we sat on and the inside decor looks cool too! Our service was good too! I'll definitely be back!

    Tamarind Jalepeno margarita and Upbeet
    Mike L.

    We started with the tamarind jalapeño margarita and upbeat drink and they were both phenomenal. We then had the brieberry Burger and blackened salmon burger with fries and grilled vegetables. Everything was excellent. Something you just a good burger and Heck's delivers on that. As well you want good fries to pair with your burger and these fries delivered. We left full and satisfied.

    Crab Cakes
    Chanel J.

    Went last minute for Valentines Day. This was my first time at this location and it was good. I got the crab cakes and the portion was small but still tasty.

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    The service was good. The vegan options were good. The food and drinks are affordable. I recommend trying the beet drink and shoza bowl.

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    The food is great. Service was fast and my server was nice. The place has great ambience and decor.

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    good food, good company, great conversation. service was very nice. We will be back.

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    4.2
    (241 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    Came here to celebrate a birthday. Booked a reservation and had no issues…read more Shared the apple pie margarita, which was dangerously good. Since we were hungry, we followed another yelper's advice of getting an appetizer since we were warned the mains can take 30-40 minutes. Ordered the cracklin wings--got the ghost pepper dry rub which was recommended by the staff who also reassured me that it wasn't too spicy given that it was also sweet and came with ranch. Tasted great, super crispy on the outside, chicken not the most juicy but still tender. 4/5. Also ordered the truffle orcchiette, pork chop, and heirloom carrots. The truffle orcchiette had a great al dente texture but surprisingly compared to the other yelper reviews, was saltier than expected. 4/5 Favorites were definitely the pork chop and heirloom carrots. The pork chop came without the bone, already chopped up, and was the he most tender pork chop I've had. 5/5 The carrots were so well seasoned, with a great charred taste and came with an addicting puree. 5/5 Service was fantastic, with great recommendations. While the birthday guest was away from the table, I did sneakily ask if they do anything for birthdays, and the staff said that they do a scoop of ice cream. Since the sticky toffee pudding already came with a scoop of ice cream, they were considerate to do 2 cookies instead--the cookies weren't too sweet and reminded me of brownie batter. Sticky toffee pudding was good. 4/5 Restaurant is located in Pinecrest so parking available as free parking in a garage about a block away or as pay by mobile street parking. Ambience is great, perfect for a nice meal for a date or hangout. Overall a great place to celebrate a special occasion due to all the good food choices and staff who know how to treat birthday guests well.

    I called Sunday at 12:40p to make reservations for 2 to enjoy brunch. I was told by the male that…read moreanswered the phone that reservations would not be needed. I told him I would arrive within 40 mins and he said to just walk-in. The website says this is fine dining so for someone to answer the phone and discourage reservations was skeptical. When we arrived we were told since we didn't have reservations we had to sit outdoors. Now the forecast said rain in 10mins. So we told the lady at the desk that I spoke to the man that also at the door about reservations. She said no problem we waited about 10 minutes and we were seated. Our waitress Abby was amazing! I wanted a wellness drink and they were all out but she suggested other mocktail options. She then asked if we wanted tap water or sparkling bottle water. I was confused that they don't have filtered water. We got the tap and it smelled like sewer. We then asked for a bottle of sparkling water. And realized the glass cups smelled bad. If you want a wellness drink arrive early when they open around 11am. It was 1pm when I ordered my food. I ordered the Farmer's breakfast, it came with Two eggs any style, choice of crispy bacon or chicken sausage, grilled sourdough, potatoes. The potatoes were crumbs and left overs, a scoop of potatoes. For a $19 meal I couldn't believe what I was being served. The chicken sausage was amazing! The sourdough bread was grilled with no oil or butter. I asked for jelly thinking they would have compote. Instead they have mini jars of jelly. The main difference is that jam is a shelf-stable, fruit-puree preserve made with high amounts of sugar and added pectin. Compote is a chunkier, less sugary fruit sauce cooked quickly without pectin and meant to be eaten fresh. My husband had the Last Chicken Sandwich, which he said was good but the sandwich didn't come with a side just a $18 chicken sandwich that tasted wonderful.

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    Northstar Cafe

    4.3
    (234 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Casual service meets fantastic food in an environment perfect for families & groups of friends…read more Each time I visit Northstar Cafe I love it more (and wish more deeply it would expand to a Westside location). For brunch, my go to is the biscuits and gravy. The gravy has a good heat to it and the biscuits are flaky and buttery. For lunch, the buddha bowl and chicken & avocado sandwich are both elevated classics. My husband raves about the fish sandwich - and the salad that comes as a side is anything but simple. When you enter, you'll order with the cashier and then find a seat with your number. Typical counter service - but what makes Northstar special is that the interior feels more like fine dining and the food is much much better than your standard fare. Worth a trip for its own merits, the fact that it's located in a nice shopping area is also a draw, especially for a weekend when you want to have a leisurely stroll.

    Very chic looking place with open kitchen, pretty lamps and wooden accent wall…read more We were here for weekend brunch and this place was lovely with friendly staff, great food and beautiful vibe. You enter and order at the counter and then get a table. We were not planning on desserts but while ordering our food, they got fresh cookies and we had to order two. It was definitely the best decision of the day. Portions are good here and dishes are well prepared with perfect combination of textures and tastes. I especially loved the sweet potato hash. Frittata was good too. We also had hot chocolate and hot apple cider... Perfect for the cold January morning. Overall we liked this place and highly recommend it.

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    Sunday morning crowd at Northstar Van Aiken.
    Sunday morning crowd at Northstar Van Aiken.
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    Everyday egg sandwich
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    Pinstripes

    3.2
    (354 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Pinstripes We had…read moresuch a wonderful experience celebrating my grandson's 5th birthday at Pinstripes in Beachwood, and I can't say enough good things about the staff and atmosphere. From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming, organized, and most importantly safe and fun for the children. A special thank you to Matt, the manager, who went above and beyond to make sure our party ran smoothly. His kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care for the families there really stood out. The entire staff was patient, friendly, and incredibly helpful with the kids. The children had an amazing time bowling--there was laughter, excitement, and so many happy little faces. It was the perfect place for a group of energetic five-year-olds to celebrate and enjoy themselves. We were also pleasantly surprised and so happy to learn that the Saturday morning kids programs will continue. That's such a gift for families in the community who are looking for a fun, positive place for children to gather and play. Thank you again to Matt and the wonderful team at Pinstripes for helping create beautiful memories for my grandson's birthday. We will absolutely be back!

    Came for the Sunday brunch and we weren't disappointed!…read more $35/person for brunch and I ate my monies worth. They have various breakfast meats, breakfast bagel station, carvings of ham and prime rib, omelet station and a chocolate fountain! This was one of the better breakfast buffets I've been to a while! They had a DJ spinning music and service was pretty good!

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    Watch the magic happen--dining with a front-row view of our pizza oven.
    Watch the magic happen--dining with a front-row view of our pizza oven.
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    Gather around the fire pit--perfect for nights out with friends.

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    The Fairmount

    The Fairmount

    4.2
    (439 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    My friend and I sat outdoors, Nate was our server and was amazing! Everything I got from the…read moremussels, to the fries to this bread pudding pictured here was better than I expected.

    Eight (!) years ago my friend recommended her favorite place - The Fairmount. She emphasized that…read morethe ambiance and cocktails are something to experience. Eight years worth of Fairmount moments later, this review is well overdue. AMBIANCE: The ambiance allows you to slow down and enjoy your company. The restaurant is dim lit, has fireplaces, and loungey atmosphere. It somehow feels warm and I heard a lot of people refer to it as a second home (people are always so friendly here!). There is ample space - three bars, main dining space, and huge outdoor oasis bar. Nestled in Cedar Fairmount neighborhood, you'll also be able to enjoy historic neighborhood. There are seating arrangements if you're craving company or want to enjoy your date. Seating options include couches by the fireplace, tables, and high tops. Fairmount is delightful during every season. During the summer you can enjoy the bar and patio. In the winter you can dine at the igloos. I prefer all seasons here. FOOD/DRINKS: The menu at Fairmount is impressive and has exciting seasonal/weekly additions. You'll never get bored. The cocktails here are refined, very boozy, and very well crafted. The food is seriously delicious, and consistent every single time. I've been impressed with every dish. The dishes and drinks frequently follow the seasons. During my latest visit I enjoyed Butter Pecan Warm Cider with bourbon ($12, so bold and boozy, tastes like fall). I also ordered Fig Trouble Little China ($15, a more rich version of Old Fashioned, so delicious). I also tasted Short Rib & Risotto for the very first time ($28, such a delicious dish, every bite was just amazing). My favorites? Ah, so hard! I'll go with the Fairmount Burger! It's angus beef burger with bacon-fig chutney. It's so delicious! I can't even be serious about meat at the other burger places, this is easily the best burger in the city. My seasonal favorite? Kevin McCallister seasonal drink that resembles coquito or eggnog. The drink is topped with rice paper that includes the design of Kevin from Home Alone. It's such a fun tradition! I look forward to this drink all year and always tell the world about it! SERVICE: The service is excellent. I haven't been anywhere where service is right on point every single time. Everyone is nice - the owner, hosts, and waitstaff. You truly feel seen and like the most important guest. I've visited previously while on dates and frequently dine here solo, always had the most pleasant service. EVENTS: Many people book events here for their non-profits or companies. As far as individual events, Fairmount hosts a fun NYE party every year! PARKING: Onsite parking lot is available at the back of the building. You can enter through the front doors on Cedar or right through the parking lot door. There are numerous reasons why I love the Fairmount. I consider it to be the best dining experience in the Cedar Fairmount neighborhood of Cleveland Heights. I also love how the owner Jake is very engaged in the community and is incredibly friendly with the surrounding business owners. I'll choose this place again and again for calming ambiance, crafted cocktails, and delicious food. To many more years of Fairmount and at Fairmount!

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    Fried chicken sandwich and truffle fries with sauce
    Fried chicken sandwich and truffle fries with sauce
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    Gigi's On Fairmount

    Gigi's On Fairmount

    4.3
    (334 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Gigi's is fantastic and has amazing vibes inside and out. They even keep music piping outside even…read morewhen they're not open and the ambiance is the best in the area from my experience. It is definitely on the formal side. The food is top notch and some of our favorite items are the bruschettas and salads. Very nice spot for a date night or special occasion or out of town guests. I appreciate greatly from them that you can select in your reservation which zone of the restaurant you want to sit in. Service has been very good when we've been there most recently Corinne I believe her name was was very friendly and helpful and did an amazing job managing many tables some with difficult customers. One note, NOT a negative to me but may be noteworthy for some: I don't think Gigi's is a spot for kids or large family events with kids, unless they have a private dining space I'm unaware of. Space between tables is tight and the space overall is not huge but they make great use of the space. The staff are extremely efficient and there are many of them moving with trays at any given time, it's absolutely not a spot to walk around with a toddler if they get bored at the table. The chairs for example are also small so don't expect a giant family size booth here. Again these are positives to me but just notes!

    Gigi's has been on my bucket list for years. I finally made a reservation for my birthday and…read moreenjoyed every bit of it. Atmosphere inside Gigi's may be one of the best parts about it. We were fortunate enough to sit by the front window and had a clear view of the restaurant and the street. The staff was very friendly and very helpful and they did a great job. We started off with their famous bruschetta and we're not disappointed. So many choices and so hard to pick, but we loved every bit of it. For entrees, we had the signature lasagna that was fantastic and a special from what I remember was short rib and couscous. Everything was very delicious. The only downside coming to this wonderful restaurant is parking. I had to park two streets over and walking on icy and snowy sidewalks was not pleasant.

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    View from front door.
    View from front door.
    Gigi's On Fairmount
    Gigi's On Fairmount

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    Chicken Ranch

    Chicken Ranch

    4.5
    (136 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    At first, when I saw that the Korean fried chicken sandwich was $17, I was slightly outraged,…read moreespecially since it didn't even come with fries or any kind of side. Then I got the sandwich, and I was like, actually, $17 is a more than fair price, LOL. For a second, I attempted to eat it with my hands, but its size made it an unwieldy experience. So I ate it with a knife and fork. And it was DELICIOUS. The sandwich came with a big piece of crispy fried chicken that the bun could barely contain. The chicken was fried fresh, so it was hot and juicy. In addition to being hot in temperature, it was hot spice-wise. It came with candied jalapeños, soy chili jam, pickles, and Sriracha. The spice was balanced well with some nice sweetness and a tasty kale slaw that added some brightness to the sandwich. Even the bun itself was delicious. The place is mainly a takeout spot, but there are a few tables if you want to dine in. The water is self-serve. There are cups and a sport cooler in front of the counter.

    First time here! I was greeted immediately with a smile and a hello…read more There are so many eateries in this area. Today I decided to try food I hadn't had before. I pulled up the Chicken Ranch menu online and decided I would try them. It is a small establishment. Tables were clean. There is seating inside and two small tables outside for diners. The manager was explaining they make everything fresh and offered to answer any questions I had. I took a look at the specials then decided on a two piece crispy tenders meal. It came with a jalapeño corn muffin. It was 10 dollars and I chose a chocolate chip cookie with caramel and pecans in it because, why not. My chicken was delicious. I chose hot honey sauce because I was curious. It was so spicy and cleaned my sinuses right up. The sauce came on the side, thank goodness for that. The muffin was OK. It would have been better warmed. The cookie: sooooo good. Because I was being nice, I gave my kid a piece, but next time I will eat it in the car before I get home, like the pros do.

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    Hot honey sauce
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