Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

I grew up in Elyria and Oberlin and hadn't been to either in a long time. The Foundry is a really…read moregood option not far from the Square. Started with fries to share. That hit the spot while we waited for a friend to join us. I ordered the B&B Burger, barbecue and bacon, medium rare. It was delicious and cooked correctly. Even the last bite of the bun was crispy, in a very good way. Our service was friendly and very helpful. We needed more time to order due to being joined by a last minute friend. Clearing plates and drinks was a little slow but we asked the server to do so and that was solved. My dinner companions seemed to enjoy their meals too. The restaurant and bar itself is welcoming and seeing the downtown through the garage doors was very nice.

Did a delivery thru Toast for the first time. I ordered boneless wings with mild sauce with celery…read moreand blue cheese dressing. I also added extra celery and extra blue cheese. That came up to an extra 1.25. However I didn't get my extra celery or extra blue cheese dressing. The wings were good. I also ordered one each of their desserts. Chocolate chip cake , raspberry cheese cake and Chocolate Cake. Chocolate cake and Raspberry Cake were both delicious. We were too full to eat the chocolate chip cake. Over all good. But the kitchen needs to pay attention to every order. It took about an hour to get the delivery so I never bothered about the celery and dressing missing.

Bar is well stocked, get drink menu here.

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Wolfey's Bistro & Pub

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food is so good. classy bar spot. not from area. great find. would recommend. not too pricey at…read moreall. go.

Great little bar with the best burgers and gourmet pizzas. A little pricey, but well worth it…read more Service is always top notch

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Bacon burger

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What a pleasure it was from walking through the door on this rainy Wednesday evening.. our server…read moreMorgan was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu .. hubby enjoyed the fish

Very good! Service was great. Food was fast and hot. Would definitely come back ! Loved the…read moresetting, very clean.

Bar

Golden bear burger with garlic mashed potatoes

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Ruby Tuesday

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The waitress was Outstanding! Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The…read more Burton Salmon was outstanding! My husband reaction was "This was the first time I actually wanted to lick my plate clean!" The only BIG disappointment was my steak. Last week we paid $9.95 on special for the same steak we paid $17.99 for tonight. You definitely need to upgrade your steaks! I would like to Compliment the lady that normally takes care of the Salad Bar! She is outstanding and a asset to your organization!

Rough night at the Ruby's. Multiple issues tonight. But the food was pretty tasty anyways…read more Asked to sit in the bar, but it was closed because there was no bartender. There was only about 10 tables sat and they said it was gonna be 15 - 20 minutes. We told the hostess the 2 of us were just gonna get the salad bar then we got sat in about five minutes. When we got to the salad bar, the food was wiped out, but they eventually refilled it all. It was nice to see that they had some new options on the salad bar. We never had a server come over to check on us. We actually had to flag someone down to get a bill at the end of the evening. We could have walked out the door and I don't think anyone would've ever known we were there. When I went into the bathroom to wash my hands, after being in there for about 30 seconds, my eyes were burning from a caustic bleach fume. The toilet had cleaner sprayed all over it just sitting there.

This is their salad bar. Even on a busy night they kept it looking fresh,and clean.

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SimSim Mediterranean Grill

4.3(17 reviews)

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Each bite was Magical. Although I only ordered the falafel wrap that's all I need to know. I will…read morekeep coming back to try other meals. This is an authentic falafel wrap which was so flavorful. The size was generous which I appreciated because I didn't want to stop eating it. It was so good that when I finished I looked down and I had food all over me- I didn't even notice because I was so locked in I must've come at the right time because I immediately ordered, waited for about ten minutes and walked away a happy customer. The person behind the counter was kind. If you are in the area you need to try this place!

There is nothing I love more than finding a great local food spot hidden amongst the fast food hell…read morescape that you typically find at an interstate exit. This gem in a little more than a mile off I90 in Avon and it was amazing. Food was fresh, fast and delicious. I got gyro over hummus and it was a great dish. Also got a side of hummus. Made a great road snack Will be back

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Midway Oh-Boy Restaurant

4.2(156 reviews)

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Best burgers If you…read morelike thin burger patties and special sauce this is the burger for you. Every year the line of their booth at the fair is long. We like to go to the restaurant and sit down to enjoy any time of the year.

"Ooh Boy" said most of our party. 14 of us on a Saturday night sat in back room. It cycled from…read morefrigid to sweltering back there depending on if furnace was running. Super Easy solution: add a couple baseboard heaters & temps will stay constant! Food was another matter. About half was satisfied since about half had an issue. My Patty Melt was laughable. Smallest sandwich I've seen served at an actual restaurant. At 8.69 it was a rip-off.. DQ has a burger fry sundae & drink for $7 & is comparable. The bread is likely sliced in house b/c it is half thickness of a regular slice of bread. It was over grilled like a crouton too. But the real disappointment was the minuscule amount of grilled onions hiding underneath the 1/8th pound burger patties. I also asked for mayo on it & didn't get any!! Shoulda got regular Oh boy which is cheaper, has twice the bread, ton of lettuce compared to my onion, and comes w/ sauce vs. my no mayo. Other complaints: cheeseballs were not as good since they confirmed they switched suppliers. They're actually curds now. Onion rings were overfried & really dark which was fine but they were actually not warm so they musta sat in window too long. A few liked their super OhBoys but at $13, it's an average value. Chicken wrap was a value but needed more sauce / kinda dry. Service: We asked if garden burger had chunks of veggies or a Griller type & she said no veggies but it was indeed that type. A couple other mess ups w/ missed toppings & sides & pop missing syrup rounded out the visit.

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Patty Melt + onion rings = 12.69

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Sal & Al's Diner & Billy Boys Pizza

4.2(76 reviews)

5.4 mi

Food service was excellent the Route 66 was perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of sauce…read more The chicken paprikash was sauce heavy and great as well. Staff attention to service was excellent refilling water as well as orders. The decor is inviting clean as well.

This place was good before new management and now it's even better. We had a Friday night special…read moreBlue Crab pot pie and a smash burger. Both had great flavor and left us satisfied. If you haven't been in awhile you need to try it now.

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Basil Leaf

4.9(25 reviews)

2.8 mi

Amazing service! My…read morehusband brought me here for a surprise date night. He had heard good things about the place and it did not disappoint. I wasn't sure what to order since there were so many good choices on the menu. We decided to get a few items and share. We order the chicken satay and Siam rolls. Both came out fresh with sauces to dip. Chicken was moist and delicious. I also tried the seafood soup that was unique and had an interesting flavor that had chunks of seafood in the broth. For a main course we shared the basil fried rice. It said it was medium spice so we asked if we could get it less spicy. The rice had good flavor and was filled with lots of vegetables, egg and shrimp. For dessert we went with the fried ice cream and it was the cherry on top for the evening. Everything was delicious and the lady her waitressed was amazing. She was very attentive and brought extra plates, refills quickly.

I've been coming since the place has opened and I can only say everything has gotten better. The…read moreowners are the absolute kindest and take time to greet you and say goodbye every-time you walk in and leave. The chicken pad thai and brown sugar milk tea are my go to, and the chili duck is my boyfriends. Both are absolutely delicious! It's a warm homemade meal and you can definitely tell. The place itself is homey with great decoration and beautiful music. I love Basil Leaf!!!

Entrance with plants!

Angel wings, Shumai and rice chips

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Dave's Cosmic Subs

4.0(46 reviews)

1.7 mi

This is the first time I've ever tried any Dave's Cosmic Subs location. I was hankering for…read moresomething cheap and quick after a long week of work, and called in an order to Dave's. I got an Original Dave's Cosmic Sub. For 6 bucks, I was expecting something tasty but not necessarily outstanding....and I was pretty much right. The subs were packed, which was nice, but the fillings are your standard, run-of-the-mill, bulk bagged ingredients. Pre-shredded lettuce and cheese, average deli meats, and bland unidentifiable herb flakes. My cosmic sauce was also unevenly spread on one side of the sub which made a mouthful of mozz, salami, pepperoni, and prosciutto kinda dry at first. The pickles were also bland and wimpy. Still, when you put all these ingredients together for a cheap eat, you've got a decently yummy sub that's hard not to devour quickly. Overall I'd definitely go back to Dave's cause it's a quick and easy bite for lunch or dinner. The subs might not have the freshest or highest quality ingredients but they are a step above your run of the mill deli subs and the price is right. The Elyria location also has a convenient drive-thru (order ahead by phone) for rainy and lazy days. The service is efficient and friendly, and the decor that I peeked from the drive-thru window seemed cool in the kitschy 60s way.

BE AWARE This store…read moreis temporarily closed as of 10/3/26!! I placed an order on the app just to see a sign that says "temporarily closed" when attempting to pick it up - your order in the app will go through and you will be charged but you will not get your food. The stars are only because I have to. Normally I think Dave's rocks and you should eat here when they open. But I couldn't leave a good amount of stars for a temporary review of a very bad experience. Even if one-off I will edit this review once I speak to someone and get my money back.

Meet our Dave's Original. The sub that started it all.

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Diso's Bistro

4.4(106 reviews)

4.8 mi

The food and service were impeccable. Three of us came in out of town to get dinner and wanted…read moresomething nice. The server was polite and friendly. Two of us got the special, a fish, that was IMPECCABLE, so flaky and favorable. Loved the tortilini! Drinks were reasonably priced. Next time we head to Cleveland we would stop again for sure!

Diso 2.0 Grille in Lorain is an absolute gem. The new owners, Felix and Ellie, have truly done…read moretheir thing with the place. The updated décor gives the restaurant a great vibe and atmosphere, and the low lighting is exceptional--it creates a relaxed, welcoming setting that makes dinner feel like an experience rather than just a meal. The food is outstanding and very well balanced. You can tell there's real attention to quality and flavor. The price point is also spot on for what you get--great quality food and generous portions that make it feel well worth it. While the original owners were great, the new ownership is by far a better fit for the space and what the restaurant has become. Felix and Ellie have really elevated the place. Dinner service runs from 4 PM to 10 PM, with the kitchen usually closing around 11 PM. One thing I appreciate is that if the place is busy, the owners are known to stay open a little longer so guests can enjoy themselves. The dining room is on the smaller side, so you can't pack in a huge crowd--but honestly that's part of the charm. The close-knit atmosphere makes it feel personal and lively... or as Felix would say, it's "way more gooder." My advice: make reservations if you can. You can try just stopping in, but be warned--on Friday and Saturday nights this place is usually packed. If you're in Lorain and looking for a great dinner spot with an awesome vibe, Diso 2.0 Grille is definitely worth checking

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Salmon with cheese filled tortellini in Alfredo. EXQUISITE PERFECTION!

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Adrian T.

140

3 years ago

I had a fantastic experience with Brianna (hope i spelled it right) as our server. She were incredibly attentive, ensuring that I had everything I needed throughout my meal. Her service was fast, but she also took the time to be friendly and make me feel welcome. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I would highly recommend her as a server to anyone looking for a great meal and fantastic service. Overall 5/5. read more

Dawn F.

4 years ago

One star, because the one in Elyria is horrible last time my cousin and I ordered, the breed sticks was soggy to the point you couldn't even eat them, and the soup was gross looking all watered down. read more

Judy M.

9 years ago

I was really disappointed when I called to place a to go at 9:30 and they don't take orders because they close at 10! I order all the time and that's the first time I heard that! Disappointed! read more

Caylin C.

8 years ago

Wasn't impressed with the food that was brought to the table. Watched a waiter grab breadsticks from a table that left and tried to serve to my table. read more

Christina C.

9 years ago

Our food was great!! Our waitress was very nice!

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