Waffle House

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The food was excellent. The ambiance was good but small and noisy. The service was good but…read moresomewhat uninformed. "Hook and Hoof" has been in downtown Willoughby for quite a while so they must be doing something right. And the fact that there aren't that many high level dining establishments in the Willoughby area helps. The first thing I noticed was the facility is very narrow which lends to a crowded feel. And all you need is one overly boisterous table (which was right next to us) and the noise level can be overwhelming. The server we had for the evening was very pleasant. She did a good job being timely with everything. But, it was odd that she often did not listen to an entire request (or maybe just couldn't hear) before walking away. There were a couple of requests for simple standard items that she wasn't even sure they had. I just found it odd. The food however was excellent. The kitchen staff did an exemplary job all night. I had a marvelous cocktail from the well stocked bar. And my double cut pork chop was fantastic. So full of flavor, juicy, cooked exactly as I requested. The sides that accompanied it were just tender enough without being mushy. And my banana cream pie was great. Overall, I give "Hook and Hoof" a solid 4. I definitely can see us going back. They deserve another try. You should give them a try and see for yourself.

Our waitress never asked us what we wanted to drink, so we ended up just drinking the water she…read morebrought out. The prices were astronomical so my daughter and I just ordered meatballs and potato wedges. I really wanted fish but there was only ONE fish dish on the menu and I didn't like how it was going to be prepared. There's a big disclaimer at the bottom of the menu that says "no substitutions or modifications". Geez, for a $40 fish plate you couldn't have modified it for me?? The meatballs were good, but came out luke warm. The wedges were good. The atmosphere was nice. For 3 meatballs, 5 potato wedges, and a 15% tip (she lost 5% due to not asking us for drinks) our bill came to $45. I *wish* I was joking. We won't be back. I honestly feel like I just got ripped off.

Smoked Clams & Mussels with dried chorizo, scallions, Mexican lager, coconut milk, toasted baguette

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Caramelized U-8 Scallops Poblano & Crab Creamed Corn/Pickled Blueberry/Green Sofritto

Sage Karma Kitchen

4.5(57 reviews)

Top tier service! Drinks and the food were amazing they had lights everywhere most definitely got…read morethe extra brownie points from my date for the ambiance. Thanks Sol for showing us a great time! Will definitely be back for those tacos

Great cocktails. Super staff. Did I mention great cocktails? Good vegan options. Very fun place to…read morevisit.

Interior

Senior's Psychedalic Burger with Sweet Potato Chips

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The drinks were everything!

Trader Jack's Riverside Grille

3.9(172 reviews)

1.8 mi

I can't say enough good things about this place they have a very diversified menu with something…read morefor everyone. I came here for a birthday one year they had lobster fest the lobster bisque was amazing. Huge chunks of lobster in a sweet creamy broth I'm not sure if it's a regular menu item I go around fall. Great view down near the river casual environment for a family gathering. Staff are also friendly and treat you right I need to come again it's been too long.

Soooo loud in the room we were in…read more The lobster bisque starter was okay. My baked cod was perfect. The veggies on my plate were frozen & cooked to order - they were very forgettable. We couldn't enjoy our time at dinner - 6pm on a Sat. Volume in busy restaurant was brutal.

Trader Jack's Riverside Grille

Chicken Fingers and Jack 's Ultimate Diner Burger

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Trader Jack's Riverside Grille

Craggy Bogland's

4.3(40 reviews)

1.1 mi

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Visiting family and friends in town. Looked for a place to get food and beer, and stumbled upon…read morethis place. It has a dive bar feel, somewhat due to the lighting. The bartender was friendly and provided great service. They have a small draft beer menu. Guinness and Smithwicks are two expected options on the menu. I went with a beer I had not tried, the North Peak Vanilla Porter. It was cold and easy to drink, with a smooth flavor. For my dinner I ordered the BLT Wrap. The sandwich included French Fries. My order quickly arrived. The candied bacon was delicious. The garlic mayo was also tasty, though it was a little on the heavy side. Overall I enjoyed my food and experience at Craggy's Bagland. Worth a visit if you want a drink or bar food.

Went for wing night. Definitely a place to add if you're a wing lover. What's not to love delicious…read morewings and cold beer.

BLT Wrap with French Fries

Newly remodeled pub!

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Freshly remodeled pub

Kleifelds Restaurant

4.2(96 reviews)

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Grabbed a quick bite while waiting on work to be completed on my son's car. This is a true classic…read morediner. The food was excellent and we enjoyed the meal and watching all the locals come in. Wait staff were friendly and inviting. have to thank our server for recommending the cinnamon bun pancake which was to die for. Reasonable priced and a great meal was had by all.

Great service and very good breakfast fares. Limited sittings but the clientele's ability to eat…read moreand exit the restaurant made for a quicker service. The restaurant is decorated with travel memorabilia particularly Buccee's magnets possibly from all existing Buccee's stores. Old music boxes on the counter adds a retro feel to the atmosphere. Will be back again.

Grilled cheese with Tomato and bacon

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" Life Begins With Coffee"

The Wild Goose

4.1(190 reviews)

The pizza is to die for. Their taco pizza is out of this world. They cook their pizza in a stone…read moreoven which makes it nice and crispy

Sat in the side by the emergency exit. It was a bit more quiet and easy to catch up with friends…read more Our server was great. Really attentive! They had one item pizzas for $8.00. Wow. For the beautiful stone oven baked pizza! I opted for their seasonal JOHN SMITH; shredded turkey, mashed potato, stuffing chunks. And cranberry drizzle. I didn't see / taste any gravy. It was interesting. Tasted good. I wouldn't order it again, BUT. I would definitely go back to try other pizzas!! The crust was perfect! I look forward to coming back to try other pizza here!! My friend got the pretzel sticks and they looked amazing!!! Definitely recommend Wild Goose!!!

The Wild Goose

Reuben Bites

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Inside

Chagrin River Diner

4.4(179 reviews)

Stopped in to Chagrin River Diner for lunch. Chagrin River Diner is located in a corner in…read moreWilloughby. Inside is a busy dining room with roughhewn decor, lots of light wood and plenty of fish items. The open kitchen takes up one wall with counter seating, then some 2 person booths and a step up to bigger booths with menu chalkboards. The menu is divided between breakfast and lunch/dinner. Fairly classic diner menu with the significant difference of steelhead trout as a protein option. I ordered the seafood chowder and the steelhead hash. The soup came out in a minute or two, a very nicely presented small bowl of thick chowder stuffed with shrimp, fish and seafood, nicely seasoned and topped with some green onions. The chowder was delicious and very hearty. The hash was out a couple of minutes later, a plate loaded with diced potatoes, onions, peppers and pieces of steelhead trout topped with 3 over medium eggs and sided with 2 homemade biscuits. The hash was very nice, although if I get it again I would ask them to crisp up the potatoes, the trout works nicely as it is a mild fish with just enough flavor to stand up to the hash, the eggs were tasty and the biscuits were excellent. Overall a delicious and satisfying dish. Chagrin River Diner is a real find, it serves upscale diner food in a comfortable environment at reasonable prices. Service was great, the atmosphere is unique for the area, this place would feel right at home in a Rocky Mountain resort town. I will be back to Chagrin River Diner and try some of the other menu items.

Good food abound. We loved it. Cold night wanted a greasy spoon diner meal and this place really…read moredelivered. The crispy spuds are smashed taters in the best way and I really enjoyed my carnitas omelette! We shared a chocolate pancake and this place does the cakes justice. Really happy we ventured out to willoughby and will definitely be coming back. Service was solid too which is always great. Decent booth seating and some tvs so got to check out the Cavs.

Kitchen

Baked goods

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Outside

Redhawk Grille

3.6(324 reviews)

9.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

This place is huge! There is plenty of seating inside and large spaces outside as well. It was…read moreraining on our visit so we were seated inside and felt like we had plenty of space. Our party was large and they were easily able to accommodate us. The menu has so many options and everyone was able to find something they could enjoy. The food was nice and the service was good as well

Wife loves the Big Zapper, always good with a bowl of chicken noodle soup. I enjoy good onion…read morerings, these were great. A large chop salad very filling, some to take home for later. Nice to sit outside on a sunny spring day on their patio. Excellent and friendly service

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Sol

3.5(243 reviews)

1.3 mi

The food was delicious, server was very kind and knowledgeable to the menu…read more Pretty decor.

I was not impressed. The atmosphere and decor was cool but the food left a lot too be desired. The…read moreserver was nice and polite but that didn't make up for the food. This was a work team outing after 2 days of meetings away from home. I had the salmon which was good but the cilantro like rice had 4 flakes of cilantro and no lime at all. The bok choy was fine but I only finished the salmon. I had a peach tea that was a little weak so overall disappointing dinner for me. This of us that had rice all agreed although different all were fails. My coworker had the jerk chicken and the street corn was a fail. Lastly the wings were good, we ordered honey miso and jerk but looking at the wings we couldn't determine which ones were jerk. Surprise, none of them were.

The bar .. not ready for service

Jerk chicken, plaintains, and rice

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Fun ambiance

Brown Barn Tavern

4.5(178 reviews)

12.0 mi

This was amazing I didn't try an entree because I wasn't super hungry. I ordered an order of honey…read moremustard wings and I was highly impressed. My buddy got an order of Irish egg rolls and I had to get an order for myself. They had corned beef inside and sauerkraut with 1000 island dressing to dip it in super good. The waitress was quick and attentive. Also the casual environment I would say business casual a little more upscale or going to a nice place like this I spent about 58 bucks on two drinks and two appetizers which I mean they blew me away I forgot to mention the wings were breaded and they had a nice crunch to them I love it.

I must say - the Brown Barn continues to do things right! The food is stellar and the staff is…read moreamazing! I usually sit in the bar area, but the seating areas are cozy as well... Go & if you like wings be sure to try the garlic parm!!! Crunchy & delicious!!!