Waterfront Views and FOOD!
Sophisticated Seafood or Locally Brewed Beers, It's All Better by the Water
Any Clevelander can tell you about the many benefits of being so close to amazing waterways like Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River. Near the top of the list has to be the view. Lucky for you, Cleveland offers plenty of restaurants that take advantage of that waterfront scenery for a dining experience you won’t soon forget. (You can thank us later.)
Collision Bend Brewing Company
Where craft beer and scratch-made cuisine meet, foodies will find Collision Bend. This riverfront restaurant manages to rise to any occasion—from happy hour to tailgate menus. Get meta and enjoy a “Lake Erie Sunset” pale ale while enjoying the real thing from the patio.
Alley Cat Oyster Bar
Aw, shucks! Look no further than Alley Cat Oyster Bar for your fix of slurp-worthy oysters and fresh seafood. This sleek, riverfront restaurant is known for its sumptuous lobster rolls. (Pro tip: visit during happy hour for “can’t beat ‘em” prices and the views to match.)
Music Box Supper Club
Situated on the Flats West Bank, Music Box Supper Club beckons with Americana-inspired eats and a healthy dose of riverfront ambiance. The diverse entertainment lineup ensures something for everyone—from geeked-out science gatherings to Beatles-themed brunches, Cleveland storytelling nights and everything in between.
Merwin’s Wharf
With a plum perch on the Cuyahoga River, there are few better places to watch the worldgo by than at Merwin’s Wharf. Watch rowing crews and kayakers do their thing as you dine on locally sourced eats and sip Ohio beers from the comfort of the scenic patio.
Pier W
Looking for something a bit more refined? Pier W’s your spot for fine dining with a side of panoramic views of Lake Erie and the Cleveland skyline. This Lakewood-based restaurant is thoughtfully designed to resemble the hull of a cruise ship—offering prime seafood selections and an extensive wine list.
Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar
With the Rock Hall to the left of you, Lake Erie to the right, Nuevo Mod Mexis one delicious place to be stuck in the middle. Located at the tip of North Coast Harbor, this Mexican restaurant provides a scenic spot to enjoy some habanero jelly guac and tacos.
Lindey’s Lake House
Nautical vibes and farm-to-table fare are what’s in store at Lindey’s Lake House. This popular riverfront restaurant anchors the Flats East Bank, offering a healthy helping of fun with cornhole, giant chess and life-sized Jenga on its bustling patio.
Pickle Bills Lobster House
Relaxed, sit-down seafood shack with waterfront views, outdoor seating & catches prepared many ways.
Chez Francois Restaurant & Touche Bistro
Upscale French cuisine served in an elegant, romantic dining room & on a relaxed riverside patio.
Chagrin Tavern
Chagrin Tavern is Eastlake's premier waterfront bar and restaurant, nestled in the Chagrin Harbour. Chagrin Tavern serves a vast array of dishes
E 55th on the Lake
View the water and the city from another angle. with great food and casual dining! They also have patio games and volleyball courts.
May 19, 2021
By Jen Jones Donatelli, Image © Ian Meadows
Additional locations added by the Bella+Day team
