Best Vegan Restaurants in University Circle, Cleveland / Akron / Canton

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AkronCantonClevelandYoungstown

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AkronBainbridge (Geauga County)BathBeachwoodCantonChagrin Falls

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1. Cloak & Dagger

4.8

Exceptional(1235)

$$$$

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Tremont

Booked 26 times today

A cocktail lounge with focus on hospitality and craft located next to Lincoln Park in the historic Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland.

2. Edwins Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(3256)

$$$$

• French • University Circle

Booked 25 times today

EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute, led by Brandon E. Chrostowski, offers a unique dining experience with seasonal, classic French cuisine—now at the iconic Nighttown location in Cleveland.Founded in 2007, EDWINS' mission is to transform re-entry by providing formerly incarcerated men and women with leadership skills and a world-class education in the culinary arts.Dine with purpose and be part of changing lives through food and hospitality.À bientôt!

3. Betts - Cleveland

4.4

Awesome(704)

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• American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 18 times today

Please call the restaurant at +1 (216) 357-2680 if looking to book a reservation for parties over (5) five guests. We are more than happy to accommodate you and your party if possible."Betts" is a tribute to Elizabeth Schofield, wife of Captain Levi Schofield and our namesake. The space is cozy yet airy and feels like a mix between a restaurant and a very cool home that you’d happily want to reside in all day. Betts is inspired by American dishes we all know and love but reinvented with a thoughtful approach. The menu focuses on freshness, quality and whole foods put out from a predominantly scratch kitchen. It's easy to eat healthy here and it's just as easy to indulge- the menu has something for everyone.

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4. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

4.7

Exceptional(2073)

$$$$

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 20 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.

5. Sora

4.6

Exceptional(692)

$$$$

• Sushi • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 13 times today

初志貫徹 · Our love letter to Asian culinary tradition: rooted in culture, community, and creativity.4X Silver Spoon WinnerSora is a deliberately thought out plan to bring an elevated sushi experience to the Midwest. Visit us on social @eatatsora for all updates to our menu and events!Sunday through Wednesday we offer a wide variety of sushi and hot-line items until 10pm but our bar will stay open later for guest to enjoy cocktails and the ambiance. Thursday, Friday and Saturday we offer our full menu from 4-11 and a limited "late-night" menu from 11-1 for anyone that is looking for a late bite.Our bar on the weekend is full service until 2am always offering great music, friendly staff and eclectic vibes. Annually a "Best Of" winner. Come and join us!

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6. Fahrenheit - Cleveland

4.5

Awesome(3600)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 26 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

7. Table 45

4.3

Awesome(1208)

$$$$

• American • Cleveland East

Booked 3 times today

Table 45 offers cutting-edge contemporary dining, emphasizing world cuisine, located in the heart of the city at the InterContinental Cleveland, only minutes from downtown, the Cleveland Clinic and University Circle. The menu features tastes from around the world and home, all created by our chefs from whole ingredients. You can enjoy watching our culinary team from the open kitchen area or elevate your dining experience by booking Table 45, our Chef's Table, directly in the kitchen with a full view of all the action. The warm and vibrant atmosphere will suit those dressed in jeans or couture. Table 45 promises to be unlike any other dining experience in the Midwest. The restaurant's existentialist decor will provide a backdrop for the main attraction, the culinary teams simple, yet exquisite, cuisine and the people who experience it.

8. SASA

4.9

Exceptional(977)

$$$$

• Sushi • Shaker Heights

Booked 6 times today

Located at historic Shaker Square, SASA is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant. SASA's menu reflects global inspiration while maintaining the tradition and beauty of Japanese cooking. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, an extensive sake list, and craft beers on tap. Whether a night out with friends, dinner with family, or a business dinner, SASA will create a memorable evening. SASA has a REME HALO® indoor air purification system that uses U.V. filtration & hydro-peroxide plasma to inactivate bacteria & viruses to make our indoor dining room safer than ever.We welcome you to SASA!

9. DANTE

4.6

Exceptional(3351)

$$$$

• American • Tremont

Booked 34 times today

Enjoy Michelin-starred chef Dante Boccuzzi"s signature restaurant DANTE. Located in a historic bank building in Tremont, DANTE restaurant has become one of Cleveland's premier dining spots. The decor features designs and works of art from local artists. Guests may choose from an a la Carte Menu or a Chef's Tasting Menu. Experience the excitement of dining in the kitchen as Chef Dante prepares and serves you a multiple course tasting menu.

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10. Agave & Rye - Cleveland

4.0

Excellent(182)

$$$$

• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland

Booked 6 times today

Ah, Cleveland! Home to Rock 'n' Roll, LeBron's old stomping ground, and now the ultimate taco sensation - Agave & Rye! Nestled in the heart of this bustling city, where the music is as vibrant as a jalapeño's kick, our Cleveland location brings a fiesta like no other. Tacos near you? More like tacos right under your nose! And trust us, we're not talking about those cardboard-tasting foldovers; our Tacos are the LeBron James of the taco world – the MVP of Mexican food in Cleveland!

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Diane
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful personalized and welcoming service. Patrons truly feel like honored guests. Food is amazing! We’ll definitely be back. ❤️
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La Dolce Vita - Cleveland$$$$• Italian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Campbell
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Another terrific evening at Table 45. Food, service and ambience are always excellent. Thanks Mark for your fine service. Menu has it all with its "World Cuisine' theme of dishes, flavors, presentation and delivery. Super evening and thank you!!!
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Table 45$$$$• American• Cleveland East
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4.3
C
Campbell
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Once again a terrific evening at Edwins Fine Dining. Great menu and great service from Paul. Thanks Paul for a super evening!!!! Music was a plus to the atmosphere. Thanks for a great evening!!!!
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Edwins Restaurant$$$$• French• University Circle
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4.4
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Lori
Columbus •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had apps and drinks before a show. Our server was attentive and nice. The food and drinks were fantastic, especially the Waygu meatballs.
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Betts - Cleveland$$$$• American• Downtown Cleveland
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4.4
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Melanie
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2026
This place has great food - so much flavor and creativity! Go with friends, order all the things, so that you can taste it all!!
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Cloak & Dagger$$$$• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Tremont
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4.8

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