Although it ’s true that these day Cleveland boasts a restaurant concept to jibe pretty much any mouthful ( pig headway platter , anyone ? ) , there ’s something to be said about a ripe old - fashioned steakhouse . Or , in position of a full - louse up steakhouse , a serious sometime - fashioned steak . Here are eight of the best place in Cleveland to grab an good lump of kick .

XO Prime Steaks

boast USDA prime - older beef entirely , XO is one of the unspoilt places in township to cut into a high - quality , high - end steak . The upscale ,   modern atmosphere tends to pull in the who ’s who of Cleveland ( if you ’re into that variety of thing ) for glittery , special occasion dinner party that last well into the later hour .

Urban Farmer

For those who enjoy their steak with a side of flair , Urban Farmer dish out up delicious food in a stylish , rustic - meets - mid - century - modern decor . The restaurant congratulate itself on local , constitutional sourcing , and the state of origin is listed next to each steak on the menu , divided by deletion . You ’ll want to order the slayer charcuterie or cheese board to start – just do n’t spoil your appetite for the much - anticipated chief issue .

Fire Food & Drink

Of course , anything that comes out of chef Doug Katz ’s reputable kitchen is resile to be wonderful , but Fire ’s key signature Ellen Price Wood - fired oven assist to take some dishes one stride further than that . Do n’t miss the tandoor ribeye , currently served with cauliflower fritter , braised leek , Mackenzie goat cheese , tomato chutney , garlic aioli sauce , and burgundy jus , for a crook on a classic steak dinner party .

Sokolowski’s University Inn

For days when you desire to snuggle into a homey atmosphere – that probably feels remarkably similar to your grandparents ’ theater – with a big plate of solid intellectual nourishment , Sokolowski ’s has your back . This Cleveland mental home serve up some seriously dear Salisbury steak , as well as other meaty special , accompanied by heaping portions of rotate sides , including not - to - be - missed pierogies . There ’s a intellect the parentage snakes out the threshold and around the box on Friday and Saturday night : sometimes a generous helping of comfort nutrient simply ca n’t be dead .

Red, the Steakhouse

have a bun in the oven to give a pretty centime for a meal at Red , but also wait to walk away fully fine with having done so . Do n’t overlook the raw oysters to start , follow by an like an expert seasoned steak ( no need for fancy sauces or topping ) and a bevy of tempting side , including truffled & whip potatoes and absolutely seared sundry mushroom . When it comes to luxury dining , this is unfeignedly money well spend .

Lola

If there ’s one thing hometown torpedo Michael Symon knows and bed , it ’s get ta be meat . So it should come as no surprise that his flagship restaurant ’s steak natural selection , admit boeuf airdock ,   airstrip loin , and the radical - gilded bone - in ribeye for two , are the estimable of the in effect that Cleveland has to offer . swear us , Lola is most definitelytheplace to indulge your carnivorous craving .

Don’s Pomeroy House

A gorgeous gem of a menage sitting smack in the middle of suburbia , stepping into the Pomeroy House feels like step back into a much fancy time . Although the patio and pub are apt for less stately occasions , the truthful virtuoso of the eatery is the main dining way . From fish fillet mignon to Champagne breaker and turf , New York strip to Texas sirloin , you really ca n’t go wrong by ordering any steak at this longstanding locale .

Hyde Park

Now with 11 locations ( seven of which are in Ohio ) , this Cleveland - base empire has crafted a formula for national winner by function up generous portions of traditional and specialness steaks in a   swanky setting . The speakeasy - like atmosphere , consistently honest service , and , most importantly , tender steak , make Hyde Park an fantabulous background for all kind of occasions , from business dinners to romantic escort .

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Beth Phillipsis a Cleveland - expanse writer whose grandparents ’ firm looks EXACTLY like the inside of Sokolowski ’s ( no , seriously ) . you may pursue her on Twitter@CraveableCLE .

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