Eating Out This Weekend? 25 Local Restaurants To Support With Takeout

Luxe Kitchen & Lounge

6605 Detroit Ave., Cleveland

Before there was Toast, Brewnuts, Spice, Astoria, XYZ Tavern and sweet, Sweet Moses there was Luxe Kitchen, an early speculator in the then up-and-coming neighborhood of Detroit Shoreway. When it opened a little over a decade ago, the oh-so-haute bistro joined area mainstays like Rincon Criollo, Happy Dog, Latitude 41 and Gypsy Beans, which perhaps was the first piece on the chessboard of this so-called urban renaissance. Since opening day there have been ups and downs, chefs shifts and menu re-dos – even ownership tweaks – but throughout it all, the restaurant has managed to remain an anchor in this dynamic arts-fueled district. Now they added a bunch of things to the patio like fire pits and blankets for the colder weather.

Photo by Emanuel Wallace

Quisqueya

2317 Denison Ave, Cleveland

Taking over for the popular Moncho’s in Brooklyn, Quisqueya expanded from their Clark-Fulton spot. The restaurant specializes in Puerto Rican and Dominican dishes like sancocho, mondongo, empanadillas, alcapurrias, fried pork with plantains, camarones con mofongo, and beef stew with rice and beans.

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Dragon Light

3537 West 105th St., Cleveland

“It's a hidden Cleveland gem, folks. Food is always fresh and delicious. Service is always awesome. We have a Chinese restaurant at the end of our street and several others that are closer to our house, but we go out of the way to order from Dragon Light. It's that good. The egg foo yung is legendary, and the pho is fantastic. Skip the fried food. You won't regret ordering from Dragon Light!” Amanda M. on Yelp

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El Señor's at La Mexicana Grocery

170 East Washington St., Painesville

We promise your trip to be Painesville will be well worth the drive when you get your hands on El Señor’s tacos. A small restaurant attached to a supermarket, seating here is limited but flavor is plentiful. Choose from pork, beef, beef tongue and pork stomach For a little refreshment, cool down with a Jarritos.

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Luxe Kitchen & Lounge

6605 Detroit Ave., Cleveland

Before there was Toast, Brewnuts, Spice, Astoria, XYZ Tavern and sweet, Sweet Moses there was Luxe Kitchen, an early speculator in the then up-and-coming neighborhood of Detroit Shoreway. When it opened a little over a decade ago, the oh-so-haute bistro joined area mainstays like Rincon Criollo, Happy Dog, Latitude 41 and Gypsy Beans, which perhaps was the first piece on the chessboard of this so-called urban renaissance. Since opening day there have been ups and downs, chefs shifts and menu re-dos – even ownership tweaks – but throughout it all, the restaurant has managed to remain an anchor in this dynamic arts-fueled district.

Photo by Emanuel Wallace

Alley Cat Oyster Bar

1056 Old River Rd., Cleveland

Alley Cat Oyster Bar in the Flats offers up the freshest seafood in town from local celeb chef Zack Bruell. While you might not be able to take in the amazing view Alley Cat is known for, that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying some great dishes.

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Eddie’s Pizzeria Cerino

7305 Broadview Rd., Seven Hills

Too often, Italian joints go heavy on the comfort and light on the quality. Not so here where owner Eddie Cerino approaches traditional Italian food less like a grandmother and more like a chef. And thanks to half orders of salad and pasta, diners have control over portion size and price.

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REBoL

101 West Superior Ave., Cleveland

Public Square’s Rebol’s 100 percent non-GMO menu offers current en vogue items like bone broth and paleo smoothies in addition to their signature bowls or bols like their tuna poke bol and their Moroccan lamb. If you’re sick of getting Chipotle for the fourth time of the week, try REBoL for a similar style of meal that’s far superior.

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Al’s Deli

1717 East Ninth St., Cleveland

This bright, airy deli near the Galleria offers a solid menu of salads, soups, sandwiches, and breakfast items, along with a handful of homemade Middle Eastern specialties.

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George’s Kitchen

13101 Triskett Rd., Cleveland

“I have nothing but wonderful things to say about George's Kitchen and their food, service, and consistency. This place is a Cleveland gem that any family small or large can enjoy at any time of the day. They're a throwback to a time where things weren't computerized and restaurants ran on consistent processes and quality management. The food is absolutely delicious and their menu has something to offer for every palette/dietary restriction. I have to say it's one of the few places I have never been disappointed by anything I've eaten,” Mario A. on Yelp

Photo by Douglas Trattner