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The Standard, Cleveland, OH

The Standard

4.8
4.8
898 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
If you are having difficulty booking your reservation, please call general manager Danielle at (216) 269- 0698 or the restaurant directly at (216) 531-9643.

The Standard offers a variety of fine French Moroccan food. We offer many great bourbons, wine, and other spirits to accompany your meal or as an aperitif. Finish off your evening with a fresh espresso, after-dinner drink, and a fine dessert.

Make The Standard your standard!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Moroccan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 16:00–21:00 Thu 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    (216) 531-9643
  • Website
    http://standard185.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Said Ouaddaadaa
  • Catering
    Call for details
  • Private party facilities
    Call for Details
  • Location
    779 E 185th St Ohio, Cleveland, OH 44119
  • Area
    Cleveland East
  • Cross Street
    E185 and Harland
  • Parking details
    Street parking or Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

find the perfect nibble, bite or nosh to start

  • Raw Oysters

    served with mignonette sauce

    • Market

  • Oysters Rockefeller

    fennel, roasted pepper gratine, panic bread crumbs, pernod cream

    • eUS$4.50

  • Grilled OctopusUS$24.00

    Served with capers, shallots, Tunisian olive oil, and parsley

    • Escargot aix en ProvenceUS$15.00

      fennel, shallots, garlic, butter, pernod

      • CevicheUS$2.00

        Shrimp, scallops, calamari

        • French Onion SoupUS$9.00

          topped with crostini and fromage

          • Asparagus SoupUS$9.00

            classic french cream based soup

            • Shrimp & Lobster BisqueUS$10.00

              served with crostini with rouille and forage

              Salads

              start your dinner with a salad, light and satisfying, a very refreshing proposition

              • Standard House SaladUS$10.00

                mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers and red onions

                • Romaine WedgeUS$14.00

                  Applewood smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, and Maytag blue cheese dressing

                  Small Plates

                  mini versions of delicious dishes that are meant to be shared or enjoyed all to yourself...order several for a culinary experience

                  • Coquilles Saint-JaquesUS$24.00

                    Scallop gratine with fennel, shitake mushrooms, roasted peppers, shaved garlic, applewood bacon, en pastes, aged parmesan, and panko breadcrumbs

                    • Bone MarrowUS$13.00

                      served with red onion marmalade and grilled crostini

                      • Beef CarpaccioUS$22.00

                        certified black angus, thinly sliced, EV olive oil, shaved aged parmesan cheese, capers & arugala

                        • Crab CroquetteUS$18.00

                          lump crab, remoulade sauce

                          • Frog Legs ProvencalUS$15.00

                            shaved garlic, white wine & parsley

                            • Quail a La ParisienneUS$20.00

                              prosciutto di parma & gruyere stuffed quail, with truffle cream corn

                              • Foie GrasUS$22.00

                                pan seared, served over shitake mushroom risotto with white truffles

                                • Eggplant RollatiniUS$13.00

                                  Panko breaded eggplant with ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella on a bed of basil tomato sauce

                                  • Moules ProvencaleUS$15.00

                                    mussels, fennel, tomatoes, sweet basil, oregano, saffron broth

                                    • Mac N CheeseUS$15.00

                                      white cheddar, gruyere, and medium shells

                                      Plats Pricipaux

                                      addictive dishes with big flavors and a host of aromatics

                                      • Filet au PoivreUS$44.00

                                        8 oz pan seared black angus beef, brandy peppercorn crème, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

                                        • Bone-In RibeyeUS$60.00

                                          20 oz char-grilled black angus beef, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

                                          • Braised Short RibsUS$28.00

                                            slow cooked 24 hours, soy chili glaze, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

                                            • Rack of LambUS$40.00

                                              panko crusted grilled lamb, dijon mustard, herb pesto, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

                                              • Bay of Fundy SalmonUS$26.00

                                                pan seared, ginger honey glaze, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables

                                                • Spaghetti BologneseUS$28.00

                                                  spaghetti, ground veal and beef with tomato sauce and aged parmesan

                                                  • Duck d'AlsaceUS$26.00

                                                    Pan seared duck in a cinnamon glaze, lingonberry beurre blanc, garlic mashed potatoes with veg

                                                    House Specialties

                                                    Chef Saids favorite dishes with his special attention to ingredients and perfection in cooking methods

                                                    • Braised Lamb ShankUS$28.00

                                                      with madeira wine demi-glace, acorn squash, served over mushroom risotto with white truffle

                                                      • Bouillabaisse de MarseilleUS$50.00

                                                        lobster, shrimp, scallops, cod, clams, fennel, mussels, pernod saffron broth

                                                        • Saids' PaellaUS$45.00

                                                          lobster, shrimp, mussels, cod, clams, chicken, sausage, green peas, saffron rice

                                                          • Grilled Chermoula BronzinoUS$30.00

                                                            morroccan style fish, cilantro marinade, parsley, paprika, garlic, ginger, pommes frites

                                                            • Mediterranean Seafood PastaUS$36.00

                                                              shrimp, scallops, rigatoni pasta, in a curry, saffron, wine cream sauce

                                                              Moroccan Specialties

                                                              dishes influenced by Morocco's interactions and exchanges with other cultures and nations over the centuries

                                                              • Braised Lamb Shank CouscousUS$28.00

                                                                traditional slow cooked moroccan dish, vegetables with preserved smen butter and semolina granules

                                                                • Vegetable CouscousUS$20.00

                                                                  traditional slow cooked moroccan dish, vegetables with preserved smen butter and semolina granules

                                                                  • Chicken TagineUS$22.00

                                                                    classic moroccan style slow cooked, potatoes, preserved lemons, saffron broth

                                                                    • Lamb MrouziaUS$28.00

                                                                      16 hours slow cook, leg of lamb, caramelized onions, apricots, almonds, cinnamon, white sesame drizzle

                                                                      • Fez ChickenUS$22.00

                                                                        traditional moroccan slow cook, caramelized onions, raisins, honey, cinnamon & ginger

                                                                        Desserts

                                                                        The favorite part of a meal is dessert, sweet and fabulous. Dessert menu subject to change. Ask About Our Daily Dessert Specials

                                                                        • CheesecakeUS$7.00

                                                                          • Chocolate, Almond, Banana Bread PuddingUS$7.00

                                                                            Served with a scoop of ice cream

                                                                            • Creme BrûléeUS$7.00

                                                                              a sweet rich custard of egg yolks and fresh dairy topped with a brittle crust of caramelized sugar crust

                                                                              • TiramisùUS$8.00

                                                                                a little "pick me up"...sponge cake, espresso coffee, mascarpone cheese, in a thick rich custard...sprinkled with strong powdered coffee

                                                                                • Chocolate CakeUS$8.00

                                                                                  rich multi-tiered chocolate cake, layered with chocolate mousse, and iced with more chocolate

                                                                                  Last updated: 1 February 2022

                                                                                  What 898 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                  4.8
                                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

                                                                                    Good for special occasions

                                                                                  • Cleveland

                                                                                    Good for special occasions

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  The Standard delights diners with its "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the unique menu featuring dishes like stuffed salmon and lamb shank risotto. The "beautiful patio" offers a tropical escape, while friendly staff ensure a memorable dining experience. Perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.

                                                                                  898 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Ron

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Four people in our group ordered four different meals and we shared two appetizers. Everything was delicious with enough to take home for lunch the next day. The braised lamb was outstanding.

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                                                                                  2. Randy

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Went with two other couples who had never been there. Everyone loved it and can’t wait to go back. The meals were cooked to perfection. The food was spaced out properly between courses and served hot and fresh. The drinks were well mixed and poured. Our waitress/server Brittany was top notch and super friendly and attentive. We will all be back after we devour our yummy leftovers, as the portions are plentiful and worth the money. What a great value and overall dining experience. Said and his staff should be commended. Happy holidays!

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                                                                                  3. Braden

                                                                                    Columbus

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food is unmatched. Unreasonably good. Love this place

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                                                                                  4. Tiffany

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food was top tier as usual! The service and staff were wonderful. See you again soon!

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                                                                                  5. CliffY

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food was great! Service was even better. It is always a good time.

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                                                                                  6. AlisaS

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We celebrated our daughters birthday. Food was delicious, drinks were very good.Isabella was a very attentive hostess. Ambiance was lovely…. The musics was a great touch….. I would have liked if they acknowledged the birthday with a special dessert for her…. Other than that detail…. Excellent experience… we will be back!

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                                                                                  7. Tracy

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    Chicago

                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We really appreciate that the Standard is open on Thanksgiving. It's just me and my elderly mother who doesn't cook anymore, so it's nice to have a good place open on the holiday. Overall, the food was very good. We had: French onion soup, Romain "wedge" salad, braised lamb shank with risotto, white meat turkey special and an apple tart each. Mom said the soup was good - though not quite as good as the one she made herself for a Julie and Julia from the French Chef's cookbook some years ago. My salad was very nice. Mom's lamb was good, but a bit tepid and short on vegetables. My turkey and accoutrements were very good, well-seasoned, not dry, and hot. The only real disappointment was the dessert. The tart was flat with no discernable edge to the crust - which was underbaked. Our waiter said that it was the first attempt at this item and it could use a bit of polishing. Our server was very personable and engaging. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The noise level was moderate. Overall, a great experience. Thanks Standard!

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                                                                                  8. Natalie

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Thank you for always being my “Cheers”! Good vibes, Good food, good drinks, great atmosphere! Thank you for your consistency!!

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                                                                                  9. Michael

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Asparagus Soup was so good. My wife and I both really enjoyed everything.

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                                                                                  10. Sahar

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    Cleveland

                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    This place has definitely earned its name, the cherry bourbon smash was the best bourbon cocktail I’ve ever had. We started with the mussels in diabolo sauce, sauce was so good we had to have it packed up to bring home, the lamb shank risotto and the pistachio crusted lamb chops were out of this world, and we finished on crème the caramel, which was light but perfectly set. We’ve been here a few times and found ourselves wondering why we don’t come more, it’s a lot closer to us than the nicer places in downtown or in beachwood, we will look for more events in the La Salle venue so we can return.

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  The Standard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (216) 531-9643.

                                                                                  The Standard is rated 4.8 stars by 898 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                  Booked 12 times today

                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                  Google Map for The Standard

                                                                                  779 E 185th St Ohio, Cleveland, OH 44119

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                    E185 and Harland
                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                    Cleveland East
                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                    Mon–Wed 16:00–21:00 Thu 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:30–21:00
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    French, Moroccan
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Street parking or Valet
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Said Ouaddaadaa
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                    http://standard185.com/
                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                    (216) 531-9643
                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                    Call for details
                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                    Call for Details

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