DINING: RESTAURANTS & BARS

Food Reviews, Fine Dining Guides & More in Cleveland OH

Sweet Mango sits on Berea's handsome city triangle, between Whitey's Army-Navy store and Book & Bean. From the street, through the glass storefront, its sunny yellow walls beckoned to us warmly, and its staff did likewise once we got in.  Full story »

Yes, it's a brewery, but the appetizers make Rock Bottom a top Happy Hour. The locale offers $5 appetizer plates from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.  Full story »

If you can believe it, the cooking at Stevenson's Bar and Grill is done behind the bar on a grill and a deep fryer. They get a workout, too. One afternoon, we found the place full, with almost everyone hunched over a burger, beer and something fried.  Full story »

This is your chance to try some of those places you've been hearing about, at prices worth considering. Full story »

Seminars and tastings highlight the 14th annual Heinen's/WVIZ World Series of Wine. Full story »

Jazz-loving diners may reflect a minor demographic in Northeast Ohio, but they'll find genial hosts, some big flavors and good sounds at Jazz 28 in Cleveland's Ohio City. This snug, 50-seat fine-dining jazz club has long, lovely cocktails and classic quality food with a bit of a twist. When the lights are turned down and the live jazz warms up, it's the coziest public room in town. Full story »

The winning starts before the Cavs games at this joint just down the street from The Q. Anyone can score during Happy Hour -- 4-7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. The Cajun-flavored club-restaurant has just conjured up a deal that will hex your hunger, not your wallet.  Full story »

Everything about Cleveland's "Iron Chef" exudes energy, including his book, due out Nov. 3. Read the story; watch two videos of Symon and his wife, Liz, cooking. Full story »

Rogue Dead Guy Ale from Oregon will get you in the mood for Halloween, but it's rich and smooth, not a bitter brew like some ales tend to be.  Full story »

Enjoy Mommessin Pouilly-Fuisse, a Chardonnay from France, with poultry, fish, soups, appetizers and creamy cheeses. Full story »

Executive chef John D'Amico makes running Chez Francois in Vermilion a labor of love  Full story »

Be sure to leave plenty of room for dessert at Tuscany at the Hampton's in Beachwood. You'll want to after checking out the display case when you enter. Check out Plain Dealer contributor Bob Migra's review and share your own, too.  Full story »

B Spot, located on the main concourse near the team shop, will specialize in sandwiches and Symon's signature "Lola Fries." Bar Symon, located on the club level, kicks it up a notch by offering nouveau takes on casual foods. Both restaurants will be open before and during events at the Cleveland Cavaliers' home arena. Full story »

Viva Fernando brings back an old favorite: After the sale of a restaurant he so successfully built yielded tepid response, Fernando Nunez repurchased Viva Barcelona and renamed it Viva Fernando. Happily, Nunez has restored its former luster and allure. Full story »

Shuffling for a discount on meals at some of your favorite locally owned restaurants? How about 52 of them? Cleveland Independents' new "Deck" contains $10-off deals at popular area places. Full story »