Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Cleveland

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October 1, 2025
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Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Cleveland

The word brunch first appeared in a 1895 issue of "Hunter's Weekly," according to the Smithsonian Magazine. In the article, which was titled "Brunch: A Plea," author Guy Beringer suggested swapping out heavy, post-church meals for lighter spreads served later in the morning.

"Brunch… is cheerful, sociable, and inciting," Beringer wrote. "It is talk-compelling. It puts you in a good temper; it makes you satisfied with yourself and your fellow beings. It sweeps away the worries and cobwebs of the week." As a post-script to the piece, he writes that at brunch, "Beer and whiskey are admitted as substitutes for tea and coffee."

Fast forward 130 years, and brunch is now one of the most popular meals in the U.S. According to a 2025 industry report from Bar & Restaurant News, brunch is the #1 meal for both Gen Zers and parents: 39% of the former go out to eat during that time, and 47% of the latter.

Many brunch locations offer the same type of spread Beringer promoted in his article—pastries and marmalade, coffee and tea (or beer and whiskey), and main courses that include fish or other meats. However, a host of other trends like internationally inspired cuisines, pizza, and mimosa flights have come along to add a little variety.

Whether your preference is for a classic brunch or something with a little more spice, Stacker compiled a ranking of the highest-rated brunch restaurants in Cleveland using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, a restaurant with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Most chain restaurants were excluded from the ranking. Data is as of Sept. 16, 2025.

Read on to find out if your favorite local spot made our list!

#29. Beerhead Bar & Eatery

- Rating: 4/5 (116 reviews)
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#28. Cordelia

- Rating: 4.4/5 (26 reviews)
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#27. Gene's Place To Dine

- Rating: 4.4/5 (65 reviews)
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#26. Hatfield's Good Grub

- Rating: 4.8/5 (33 reviews)
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#25. The Original Pancake House

- Rating: 4.3/5 (69 reviews)
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#24. Urban Kitchen

- Rating: 4.4/5 (48 reviews)
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#23. le Petit Triangle Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (184 reviews)
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#22. Rebol

- Rating: 4.4/5 (69 reviews)
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#21. Nano Brew Cleveland

- Rating: 4/5 (147 reviews)
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#20. Collision Bend Brewery

- Rating: 4.1/5 (177 reviews)
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#19. Astoria Cafe & Market

- Rating: 4.5/5 (89 reviews)
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#18. Barrio Tacos Gateway

- Rating: 4.1/5 (225 reviews)
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#17. Jack's Deli & Restaurant

- Rating: 4.3/5 (259 reviews)
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#16. Heck's Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (225 reviews)
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#15. West Side Market Cafe

- Rating: 4.3/5 (189 reviews)
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#14. The Harp

- Rating: 4.2/5 (193 reviews)
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#13. Yours Truly Playhouse Square

- Rating: 4.3/5 (149 reviews)
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#12. Alley Cat Oyster Bar

- Rating: 4/5 (366 reviews)
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#11. Stancato's Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (189 reviews)
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#10. Barrio

- Rating: 4.3/5 (277 reviews)
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#9. Market Garden Brewery

- Rating: 4.1/5 (373 reviews)
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#8. Soho Chicken + Whiskey

- Rating: 4.6/5 (164 reviews)
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#7. The Burnham Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (185 reviews)
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#6. Lucky's Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (459 reviews)
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#5. The Rowley Inn

- Rating: 4.6/5 (167 reviews)
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#4. Grumpy's Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (301 reviews)
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#3. The Bourbon Street Barrel Room

- Rating: 4.5/5 (329 reviews)
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#2. Presti's Bakery

- Rating: 4.6/5 (649 reviews)
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#1. Slyman's Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1438 reviews)
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