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    Northstar Cafe

    4.3 (232 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Good for groups

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    Cheeseburger
    Jennifer G.

    We had a good experience at Northstar Café overall. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and made with quality ingredients--you can tell care goes into what they serve. They pride themselves on farm to table organic ingredients. Everything we ordered tasted good and was satisfying. The service was very good--friendly, attentive, and welcoming, which definitely added to the experience. One thing to note is the ordering setup. You order up front rather than at the table, which felt a bit rushed and didn't leave much time to fully review the menu. Combined with a dinner menu that's fairly limited--mostly salads and burgers--it may not appeal to those looking for a more traditional sit-down dining experience or a wider variety of options. While the food is solid, nothing stood out as especially unique. That said, it's a cozy spot with reliable food, good service, and a nice atmosphere, especially for a casual meal or brunch.

    Shante R.

    On Sundays we Brunch!!! Stopped in for brunch at Northstar Cafe and had a lovely meal. We ordered several menu items that were gradually delivered to our table. I enjoyed a smoothie bowl, a single cloud pancake, a side of sausage and orange juice. My husband enjoyed the sausage and gravy, a side of potatoes, a side of sausage and coffee. Our food arrived hot and the many servers were very attentive. The ambiance was calm and dimly lit which was perfect as the sun was shining throughout the restaurant. Overall we really enjoyed our meal. We've dined at Northstar before and we're aeagerly looking forward to returning.

    Sausage
    Phillip R.

    A good go to spot for me always enjoy. Love the biscuits n gravy, the side of potato's. Nice brunch and lunch. Do be very busy and crowded but it be worth it. Ambiance is cool.

    Lathan B.

    I've heard so many great reviews about the brunch, so I'll definitely have to come back and try it. This time, I came for dinner and ordered the fish sandwich with a simple salad, which turned out to be a really good choice. Since it's a cafe style spot, you order at the counter and then choose your own seating. The atmosphere inside is really nice and welcoming.

    Thai Burrito
    Athena B.

    My sister, Mom & I came for dinner this weekend and it was fanatic! My first time & boy did I struggle with the ordering process. Next time I'll review the menu off to the side prior to getting to the register. This is an order then sit type spot, with servers floating table to table throughout. Everyone was very helpful & proactive! All the servers were attentive and had superb manners. I chose the Thai wrap with chicken & the other ladies each got the tofu bowl. We each loved our choices!! My wrap was so fresh & the peanut dressing was perfect!!! The ladies said the tofu was fresh and not too firm. The veggies throughout all our entrees were so fresh! We also found out that on your first visit, you get a FREE cookie! I didn't get a pic of it bc we gobbled it right up. I chose the peanut butter one. It had fresh peanuts in a sugary topping atop the cookie. Wow. It was Phenomenal! Can't wait to come back!

    Hayley H.

    I was shocked by the quality of food at this corner brunch spot. Northstar Cafe is part of the Van Aken District, serving up delicious breakfast bites to the Shaker Heights community. I visited with my cousin and her husband to kick-start the morning, and left with my jaw on the floor. I ordered a honey iced latte and the breakfast burrito. Love that this burrito was served crunch wrap style. Inside this crispy tortilla was eggs, thick slices of avocado, and sweet potato hash-browns. The green verde salsa was also the perfect addition. I will be dreaming of this meal for months. Guess I have multiple reasons to return to Ohio!

    Chicken and Avocado sandwich
    Eugene T.

    We were here for brunch a while back, this time we went for dinner and it was below average. Flavors were okay, this is limited service, quick-service type of place. Won't be back unfortunately

    Menu as of October 2025.
    Patty M.

    Hubby calls this place "upscale Panera with booze." Food was tasty and plentiful (I had to take home half of my Thai Burrito). You could definitely go on a date here. The service was good, BUT you walk in and put your order in first, then find a table (this took me by surprise and I had to pick something in a hurry).

    The overpriced grilled fish... $2 for a slice of cheese??? Man...
    Jacqueline P.

    Trout is no longer on the menu...boo hiss... The grilled baramundi fillet is still on but I would never order it again. It is so unappealing visually and they left the dark skin that is under the actual skin. So gross. When I serve salmon or any fish, I remove that yucky part. Oh well for $20, I guess you get what you get. The immature bartender who asked how my food was laughed when I told her about how disgusted I was...seriously??? What the heck is funny? The drinks are unusually measured... oddest thing i have ever seen because they are $12 a drink... just make the dang drink. Why is this place going down??? I used to love it... meh...

    Shooting star (orange, carrot, lemon and ginger). Green smoothie (kale, pineapple, orange, banana).
    Julie C.

    I visited North Star Cafe on September 8th for breakfast/brunch. We ordered the Shooting Star smoothie, the Green smoothie, a chicken and avocado sandwich, and the Fiore pizza. Everything was such great quality, but the smoothies and the pizza were definite highlights. There were a couple of bees inside and I definitely overreacted while eating. Water is self service fyi.

    Classic cheeseburger
    Earl P.

    This never disappoints great taste, great customer service. Oh and the drinks are good too!

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    Great place to eat! Food was really good quality and ambiance was nice. Interesting set up ordering at the front desk-

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    3rd time here and very underwhelmed every time. Driest burger I've ever had. Very bland food. Overpriced for what you get.

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    Always good. First time at Shaker location. Keep up the good work and consistency across any Northstar.

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    Do you take reservations?

    No reservations, not even a working phone number

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Yes Doggies are allowed on Northstar Patio!!!

    Is the chicken and avocado sandwich still available?

    Hi Victoria! It's off the menu this summer to make room for other seasonal favorites. It will be back in a couple months!

    Hi! Can the North Star burger be made vegan?

    I see photos of the tofu Pad Thai on Yelp but I don't see that on the menu. Is it currently available?

    Pad Thai is not on our current menu, but may be back on a future menu. We rotate menu items seasonally.

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    Kitchen Social - CHEDDAR + SCALLION BISCUITS  

Our signature biscuits with honey butter.

    Kitchen Social

    4.2(333 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Our server, David, did a wonderful job. He was very kind and funny. We had a big party and he did a…read moregood job taking care of all of us. He even took a picture of our group. Kitchen Social has a cute and modern atmosphere. It is great for people of all ages. My friends and I have been here before. But, this time we came for Brunch for our friend's birthday. We all enjoyed our food. I had the shrimp and grits and was able to swap the bacon for sausage. A few of my friends paired and split two dishes. David made sure the food came out on seperate plates for each. Very nice. Definitely would come back for brunch!

    What an amazing experience, thanks to David. Truly one of the best fish dishes I've ever tasted…read more This place rivals many expensive fine dining places in the city while staying affordable. I had called the restaurant prior to inquire about the menu and was recommend by David to order the cod. I came back 2 hours later and was warmly greeted by him and he still remembered my call from earlier! He assured me I would get a large portion after I mentioned my budget. Inside was busy but not crowded. Lots of servers up and about. Very modern interior, clean bathroom as well. Per recommendation, I went with the crab crusted cod and oh my goodness, was it delicious. The crab topping was perfect texture wise and and had a slightly sweet flavor you expect of fresh crab. The cod was so tender, fall apart in your mouth type and was perfectly seasoned with a sauce to go on top. Fish had a slight spicy kick and that elevated the flavor beyond your typical cod fish, I suspect it was Cajun seasoning. The vegetable base was expctional as well. Fresh rice along with zucchini and corn all drizzled with the same delicious tangy sauce as the fish. At the end of the meal I complimented him on his recommendation and he told me their secret is the fish is always fresh from the morning, never frozen. And the cherry on top is this whole plate of food was only $26. For such a tasty, fresh, and large portion, that price is a steal. For context BJ Brewhouse next door will charge 36 for a tiny 5 oz fillet and mushy rice. Overall this cod was the best cod I have ever tasted and ranks among the top 2 pieces of fish I've ever eaten. Having tasted fish from Hawaii, California, Florida this cod dish at the price point of $26 easily surpasses $50 fish dishes I've had at fine dining restaurant in Cleveland and abroad. Highly recommend and ask for David if you can! He'll take care of you well.

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    Kitchen Social - CRÈME BRULEE FRENCH TOAST

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    The Last Page - Complimentary birthday treat

    The Last Page

    4.2(238 reviews)
    2.8 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.

    Went to The Last Page with a friend after work. We made a reservation so got seated quickly…read more For starters we shared the fried calamari which was delicious! Crispy batter was light, the sauce was lemony and delicious. Ordered an espresso martini that was also very good. For mains I got the Peruvian chicken. They were thighs and had a nice char and was juicy, potatoes were mildly seasoned so I asked for ketchup. Service was pretty quick when we were first ordering. But getting our checks took a while. Overall we had a great time!

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    Gigi's On Fairmount - Charcuterie board

    Gigi's On Fairmount

    4.3(332 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    We used Gigi's for our wedding venue, with 25 guests in the Blue Room. The room is eclectic and…read morelovely and accommodated space for the ceremony, for dining tables and for dancing. The food was phenomenal. Kate O'Rourke was so wonderful to work with. We chose appetizers for a cocktail hour, then a salad course and 3 different entrees that were served family style, followed by desserts. Our guests were greeted with champagne to sip while waiting for the ceremony to start; and we also chose 4 different wines and beer for the evening. The serving staff were outstanding! They were professional and attentive. Lastly, Kate O'Rourke was a joy to work with from start to finish, both in planning our wedding with her and for the actual day itself. Our guests are still raving about how awesome the evening was.

    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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    Kiln - Baked Alaska

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    4.4(49 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Top notch service, everyone is very nice and friendly. They offer great recommendations and…read moreanswered my questions on protein sizes and things. The vibe in here is great and the nice touches are lovely. Like a post card and mini cookies at the end of the meal was a sweet gesture. Popovers: buttery, crispy, light. So good! Especially with the whipped butter and strawberry preserves was tasty Mushroom tartlets: crispy pastry, rich and savory mushrooms, cheesey top, super good! And rich. So even 1-2 of these is the right amount for me. Arctic char: nice crispy skin, tender fish, good portion size. I would get this same meal again! But I also want to try all the other things they offer... A dilemma.

    Delicious unique and artisanal small plates in a fine dining atmosphere. Fried chicken livers were…read moreperfectly crispy and had a highly complementary couple of sweet cherries and bacon pieces on the bottom. The Parisian potatoes were basically hash brown balls with an interesting sort of smoky cumin tasting barbecue sauce? The mushroom tartlets were both adorable and delicious. Lightly savory little quiche type pies. The popovers were beautiful and flavorful as well. Nice and lightly crispy with a delicious strawberry jam. The baked Alaska was beautiful and flavorful. Lots of pistachios and delicious ice cream within. The kiln #2 was a very sweet tequila Serrano pepper drink. No real spice but lots of sugar and unique flavor to that degree. Incredible smoothness.

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    The Fairmount - Lemon pepper hot honey wings

    The Fairmount

    4.2(435 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    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!

    Great food and service! The burger was juicy. The sticky rice bowl with tuna was fantastic!read more

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    Fried chicken sandwich and truffle fries with sauce

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