7 Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee In University Circle

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

4.7

Exceptional(1800)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 30 times today

Welcome to La Dolce Vita Bistro - “The Sweet Life,” a restaurant and bistro created to recapture the bell-époque charm of “The Italian Drug,” opened here by Dr. Anthony Caruso in 1914. In the tradition of the great European bistros, La Dolce Vita is devoted to providing a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for everything from eight course dinners to coffee and Calvino. We strive to prepare the perfect meal, or the perfect cappuccino, and let you enjoy it at your leisure. Our pasta is cooked fresh to order, our sauces and dressing are painstakingly prepared using only the finest ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, the freshest vegetables, imported whole tomatoes, fresh basil and Italian parsley... and your table is reserved for the evening.

2. Fahrenheit

4.4

Awesome(3292)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 32 times today

Located in Downtown Cleveland, Chef Rocco Whalen's Fahrenheit is two spectacular stories of unforgettable flavors and gorgeous, sparkling interiors. This fresh new take on Cleveland’s beloved restaurant will blow you away. Fahrenheit is the perfect hotspot for the sharp dressed crowd and anyone looking for a culinary wonderland of mouthwatering mains, fresh shellfish towers, and innovative daily offerings. With unmatched views of downtown's action-filled city-center, the restaurant features luxurious furnishings and instagram-able scenes. Available for lunch and dinner, Rocco's cuisine will delight your senses with its Mediterranean and Asian accents and curated cocktails. Fahrenheit boasts a stunning bar, curved banquettes, scalloped ceiling, action-filled chef’s table, and a private dining room. Take the sweeping staircase and meet us on the second floor to elevate your night life with our exclusive rooftop menus and artistic energy. Become part of the buzzing new destination

3. Literary Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(261)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tremont

Booked 4 times today

Come visit our newly updated location at 1031 Literary Road, in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. With a brand new kitchen, we are serving entrees, appetizers and sandwiches 6 days a week. We are open for lunch Monday through Friday and Happy Hour is from 3 - 6 pm.A favorite of area locals for many years, we are located in one of the oldest buildings in Tremont. We have worked hard to preserve the character of the historic location and offer an intimate atmosphere, inventive cocktails and a variety of wine and beers, chef made entrees and appetizers.

4. Summer Place

4.8

Exceptional(1730)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakewood

Booked 28 times today

Formerly known as Summer House, we have reimagined our brand & menu to bring you an even more unforgettable dining experience. Welcome to Summer Place. Cleveland's standard for scratch-made food, smooth drinks, and good vibes on the legendary Gold Coast! Our Contemporary American Scratch Kitchen combines creative, sharable plates with fresh, modern twists on your favorite standard entrees. With a strong dedication to maintaining a seasonal menu, your meal will always be prepared using the freshest ingredients. Our bright and airy interior boasts some of the most beautiful lake and cityscape views in the Cleveland area. #longlivesummer

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5. Heck's Of Ohio City

4.7

Exceptional(1505)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ohio City

Booked 25 times today

Heck’s Cafe ... Established more than 40 years ago in the heart of Ohio City, one of Cleveland's oldest areas and perhaps its most ethnically diverse and culturally rich neighborhood. Just across the Cuyahoga River from Downtown, Heck's Cafe is housed in a Charming 18th-century brick townhouse. Come enjoy our full bar and varied selection of beers and wines. Heck's Cafe has been winning awards for the best specialty hamburgers in Cleveland for many years. A popular spot for Sunday brunch, when the entrees include an indulgent eggs Benedict, stuffed french toast and a brie offering. Be sure to try our house-blended coffee.

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6. The Melting Pot - Lyndhurst

4.6

Exceptional(2197)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fondue • Lyndhurst

Booked 28 times today

The Melting Pot Lyndhurst is a modern, romantic, interactive, upscale, casual & fun fondue restaurant. From an intimate dinner for 2, to a girl’s night out, to a banquet of 100, The Melting Pot Lyndhurst is a place to escape the day to day & relax! Our beautifully appointed dining rooms, superior service, Wine Spectator award winning wine list, luscious and creamy cheese fondues, crisp seasonal salads, succulent entrees including steak, lobster, chicken, shrimp, vegan & vegetarian meals plus our decadent chocolate fondue desserts make for a perfect dinning experience in casual elegance! Winner of Smart Business Magazine's 2007 World Class Service Award for the Great Escape, the 2005 Silver Spoon award for best new restaurant & winner of Wine Spectator's 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008 Best wine list!

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7. Alfredo's at the Inn

3.9

Excellent(153)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cleveland East

Booked 3 times today

Find luxury in the simplicity of authentic Italian cuisine at Alfredo’s at the Inn Italian Restaurant where we boast a menu of your favorite classics from chicken parmigiana and cavatelli to cannoli and tiramisu. With a full-service bar, lounge and cozy patio overlooking the fountain garden, Alfredo’s is the perfect space for a fine dining experience. Enjoy happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6pm in the entire restaurant, bar, and patio! Bring our timeless Italian classics to you and your crowd by ordering from our catering menu or inquire about hosting a private event with us for an unforgettable, elegant experience!

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

2. Fahrenheit

3. Literary Tavern

4. Summer Place

5. Heck's Of Ohio City

6. The Melting Pot - Lyndhurst

7. Alfredo's at the Inn

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