Cleveland Chop

I always feel very comfortable at Cleveland Chop. The booths are nice and roomy, and it’s hard not to feel delighted when they bring a warm pan filled with cornbread to your table when you arrive.
The cocktails are good (I’ve tried two of the mules. The traditional is good and I enjoyed the Kentucky Kickass tonight in honor of my love for Louisville, and it was a nice twist on the original.) The food is bordering on great. I don’t think this would qualify as a favorite place I can’t wait to go back to, but it’s solid, the presentation is nice, and there’s lots of flavor.
Tonight I had the chicken piccata. Be prepared for a very strong lemon taste. But the creamy, thick mashed potatoes underneath balanced it out. I could have done without the super salty capers, but hey, I’d rather have too much flavor than not enough. You can always scrape them off. It was a hefty portion… Even enough to save some for lunch tomorrow.
Our server was very sweet, and seemed to actually care that we had a good experience. It wasn’t too busy, so we lingered after paying, and she kept coming back to fill our water. All around an enjoyable evening!

One of my favorite go to places!!! The shrimp tacos are great! The Chophouse Margarita goes great with them. They also have a good selection of beers on the menu as well! Don’t leave without trying the cornbread! Best cornbread ever!!!

I met a friend at Cleveland Chop just for a drink at the bar. The beer list was decent, I went with a local seasonal beer. We were the only ones at the bar, so the bartender was attentive. Pretty forgettable experience.

AMAZING!
My wife and I came here in January from Chicago before the BULLS/​Cavs game and my Bulls won just so everyone knows lol. Coming from Chicago I wasn’t expecting much from Chop and Cleveland itself but it was 5 stars one of the best steakhouses my wife and I been to.
Service was great it was a Friday night and not packed at all plenty of room. Our server was great very attentive, polite, and funny, the 3 things I look for in service. We started with the sampler and DAMN it was good! Huge plate of calamari ahi tuna tacos chicken strips artichoke dip and the infamous steak cigars which were bomb.
We were shocked that sides came WITH the steaks. Being from Chicago everything is expensive and served a la carte but not at Cleveland Chop. I ordered the bone-​in ribeye which was one of the best I’ve had very tender and juicy and only $ 45. Wife got the filet it was like $ 35 or something but it was also the most tender filet she ever had. The sides we ordered with were potatoes which were bomb too the Brussels sprouts were decent. Dessert we got the brownie/​ice cream thing which was good but it would’ve been great of the brownie was hot!
All in all dining here was awesome and the bill for the 2 of us was only $ 130. Back home in Chicago it would’ve been an easy $ 200. Will def come back here to watch my Bulls or Bears when we play Cleveland!!!

Tonight was our first experience dining at the chop house. Everything we read about this place was true. Let me start by saying you have to try the Moscow mule. Then we ordered steaks that were perfectly cook and so tender.
Plus the cornbread is the best! Service was excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Been there once. Nice food, relatively big portions. I had the berkshire pork chop which was very good. Tenderloin tips were delicious. seafood fans will appreciate the lobster and shrimp gnocchi.
nice atmosphere, friendly stuff, a little bit expensive. I would go there again!

Ate here twice over Christmas 2015 and had a wonderful experience both times. We had their ribeye steak, seafood Alfredo, calamari, and desserts. All the food was expertly prepared and absolutely delicious. Calamari was the best I have ever had. The atmosphere is charming, well decorated, in the service impeccable. The prices are very reasonable and an over all great value.

Hands down the best French onion soup I’ve ever had… You might not like it if you don’t like fried onions and cheese, in which case, none of my reviews will be of use to you, because my love for cheese is unmatched. The crab bisque was also amazing, and my filet was prepared perfectly… Service was a tad slow, and my husband’s prime rib was a little chewy. I’ve heard the brunch is amazing, and they’ve got a good happy hour — so I’ll be back for more than just the perfect soup.

Initially, there was no one to greet me and my guest at the door. I watched this happen all night. At least one hostess should be present at 6:30 on a Tuesday evening. A manager fiddling in the wine shelf noticed us and then proceeded to show us to a table.
The server was pleasant but I was disappointed that she did not offer us an appetizer or a drink. I ordered them anyway without a recommendation. The cocktail came out in less than two minutes (great!) and the appetizer shortly after. The entrees were good, not great. The lemon demi glacé on the chicken picatta was not desirable but my mother’s gnocchi tasted like it was made in house.
We were asked if we were finished without being offered after dinner drinks or dessert.
Overall the experience was ok.

I had the chop burger, don’t order a starter, this dish is very filling! I ate the onion rings toppings like they were an appetizer. This is a very tasty complex burger.
I sat at the bar and the bartender was very helpful at picking a pumpkin ale!
I was on my own and felt very comfortable at the bar.
Would go back!

Stopped in after a late night of drinking with the guys and this place hit the spot. Brunch menu was nice but the only draw back was you couldnt order bloody marys until a certain time or something and that was a main reason to go there. Over all decent place to eat.

Arrived at this place after exploring downtown by foot. The outside looked elegant and promising. Service from our waitress was good. Not the best, not the worst either. The hostess didn’t make small talk and was on her phone when not tending patrons. Whatever happened to acting professional at work?
Anyways, onto the décor. It had nice ambiance. Had me fooled for a minute. I thought it was going to be more upscale. My husband ordered a burger that came with sweet potato fries served in a basket. I liked the presentation. I ordered the salmon, one of the pricier menu items. Let’s just say I can prepare a better salmon at home. The belly was still attached to my salmon and so was the skin. A big no no in my book. Seasoning was fine. The risotto had a good amount of mushroom but the seasoning was bland– was in dire need of salt.
Didn’t get to try any desserts. Felt too full after all that risotto and cornmeal bread appetizer which I forgot to mention. The cornmeal comes warm in a small cast iron skillet, accompanied with butter that melts right onto your bread.
Overall, not disappointed nor impressed either. Will keep checking out places around Cleveland.

I. Love. Cleveland Chop.
This place always wins for me. I love the warm cornbread with a little spicy kick, the house cocktails and varying Mules, crispy fries, and don’t even get me started on the steak salad. Okay so this salad… I’m always so full from apps, cornbread and good drinks that this salad is perfect every time. I get to taste the delicious savory steak and also get the fresh flavors from the salad veggies (and big bites of blue cheese). I get it every time I come here, leaving happy and taking plenty home for lunch the next day.
Did you know they have a back patio here? Super private and cute, like you’re sitting on someone’s family deck (but in the middle of an old courtyard in Cleveland). Don’t look down at the abandoned office furniture and just enjoy the quiet ambiance.
Brunch is killer here too — free cinnamon rolls! Service is always attentive, kind and professional. Business lunch, birthday dinner, date night or brunch — go

Came here today for Sunday brunch and was not impressed. I ordered the lobster and asparagus omelette with hollandaise and received what was really an asparagus omelette with less than half an ounce of lobster meat sprinkled on top like a garnish and flooded with hollandaise. The food was not particularly flavorful or tasty and sadly I left feeling that the brunch was something I could get at Denny’s for a more reasonable price. Will not be returning for brunch. In all fairness perhaps if I ordered a beef or steak dish, my feeling would have been different given that they are, after all, a chop house.

Been in Cleveland on business for almost a week and in search of a good steak. Chop is the place to get one. Had the standard filet. I did ask for a steak knife but didn’t need one. I was able to cut the steak with a butter knife. It was delish. The white cheddar mash potatoes were very delicious as well. I’d go ahead and skip the Caesar’s salad; it wasn’t worth the money. Service was pretty good, but that was because the guy was new. He was congenial and wanted to do a good job, so no points off for a little lax in service. Really happy to have spent some time at The Chop.

Came here for an early Sunday brunch. Ordered a $ 14 Steak-​and-​Eggs (my favorite brunch item). It was good, but nothing exceptional. I did like the variety of items on the plate (eggs, potatoes, a bowl of sliced fruits, and of course the strip of steak).

I think this is one of the most underrated restaurants in Cleveland. Every time I go, I have an amazing meal! To start off, the complimentary corn bread with sweet honey butter is to die for!
The poke ahi tacos and lump crab cakes are great. They serve the crab cake app with a delicious fresh little salad that is flavored to perfection. My boyfriend normally gets the blackened shrimp gnocchi which is out of this world.
One time I got the catch of the day and it was mahi-​mahi served with spinach and tomato risotto. I absolutely loved it!
Also, they have an amazing Sunday brunch!!!

Oh, Chop… how the mighty have fallen. Returned for another Restaurant Week experience and left with a bad taste in my mouth (and not just from the sunblock-​flavored cheesecake.)
We were told reservations were running 15 min behind when we got there a little before 8:30, which is no big deal. But to be seated 45 min after your reservation — during which time the hostess gives away the table she tells you is ready — is a little frustrating.
While waiting, we decided to have a beer at the bar, which needs some major help. One bartender makes all the drinks for the tables, while the other does god knows what. Had to track someone down after 10 min of sitting there without ordering (only about 12 people at the bar, total), and again when it took 10 min to cash out after we got the bill. When we finally got to our table, we also learned that the bar is very light-​handed, as the $ 9 Crazy Burro (tequila — lime — ginger beer) came out as 100% watered down ginger beer and zero tequila. That one got sent back, a personal first.
The only saving grace of the night was our server, who was genuinely friendly, and the gouda stuffed chicken, which neither of us could resist. Overall, restaurant week menu could use a little more variety, especially when it comes to the one dessert choice of the aforementioned Coppertone cheesecake, which was served warm (no thank you).
Have had a few positive experiences at Chop in the past for both dinner and happy hour, but this one will keep me from returning for a while. Unfortunately (for them), there are literally hundreds of other places in Cleveland to spend $ 100 on a dinner for 2 that offer better food and much better service.

Oh Cleveland Chop you have earned a special place in my heart after tonight’s dining experience! It started the moment I walked in. I was greeted by the biggest, friendliest smile ever. It was a smile that understood that I took the time to venture downtown, pay for parking, and walk a ¼ mile in the snow just to patronize this establishment. The smile said ‘I Thank You for choosing us!’ Sigh… Off to a great start!
I made my way over to meet my friend and was greeted by yet another big smile who asked me would I like to order anything. I perused the happy hours selections and settled on the libation known as Veranda. My Veranda arrived in a her delicious, pink glory and from the first taste I knew that this would be the beginning of a beautiful relationship!
My friend and I made our way over to our reserved table. It’s Restaurant Week in Downtown Cleveland so there is a pre-​fixe menu to choose from for $ 30. At the table we were greeted warmly by our server Dori! It seems she’s been around Cleveland Chop for eons as she mentions that she’s given it her ‘best years’. Lol. Humor from your server is a plus I must say. Dori goes over the menu and we both select the market salad to start, the blackened scallops and shrimp with cheddar grits for the entrée, and the cheesecake with raspberry drizzle. Excitement! (Say this with a French accent).
Dori brings over a nice warm skillet of cornbread with honey butter dolloped on top. I love corn bread. I especially love corn bread with corn IN it. And I darn near die over corn bread with corn in it topped with honey butter! The pearly gates of heaven have smiled on me!
Dori returns with the market salad and asks if we were in a rush. No not at all my Sweet Girl. We’re here to hang. Dori says she’ll stagger putting our courses in so we have time to leisurely dine. I love this woman. Our market salad had soo many components to it. Grapes and grape tomatoes. Slivered almonds and pear. Crumbled Gouda and English cucumbers. The light vinaigrette becomes more full bodied as you take bite after bite.
After requesting another skillet of corn bread, Dori arrives with our entrées. Beautifully plated sit the shrimp and scallops. Nestled in the middle is a frothy looking portion of cheddar grits complemented with a fresh tomato sauce. The first bite was taken and it was time for Mouthgasm 2015 to begin. This is not a dish to scarf down. You savor it. You love it. You wish you could marry the chef after it. It was divine!
All along our server Dori has checked on us to make sure all is well. She’s even offered to take our photos for us as she notices the several selfies that are being taken. She’s a peach.
After we finish our entrées, Dori arrives with desert. Cheesecake drizzled with raspberry. Note… If you don’t care for raspberry, the kitchen will whip you up any topping that you desire. Now that’s SERVICE!
After desert my friend and I laze around and enjoy the calm, yet lively atmosphere. The steady banter of patrons immersed with the sounds of cool jazz. It’s just a lovely evening at Cleveland Chop.
Overall the dining experience was TOPS! Cleveland Chop represents CLE well. We give you all thumbs and 2 tongues up! Keep up the great work! We’ll definitely be back!
Risa S.

Another great restaurant Cleveland should be proud of. My fiancé and I visited for the first time during the 8^th Annual Downtown Cleveland Restaurant week. We each had the NY Strip with Risotto. The steak was cooked perfecly and paired nicely with my Basil Hayden on the rocks. Our server Dori, was terrific and made us feel right at home. She even offered to take a picture of us which my fiancé gladly took her up on.
The setting is casual with a very classy wide open feel. Definitely a place I could stop for a drink after work. We will be back soon.

I walk by this place all the time, and had my first experience here last night. We got right in, sat in a comfortable booth, and it was a great quiet-​enough atmosphere for chatting.
I ordered chicken piccata, which was absolutely delicious. The asparagus, mashed potatoes and chicken all had the perfect lemony flavor. It was rich, and a huge portion, which made for another meal the next day.
The only drawback was that our waitress seemed kind of abrupt, and every time she re-​filled my glass of water, she would demand it from me in a not so polite way. It just made me uncomfortable, along with the time she asked us if we wanted her to take a picture of the group as we were paying. I suppose some people would think that was a friendly thing for her to offer, but it was odd. The host, who was helping her along the way was blank and expressionless, and did his best not to interact with us at all. Again, just strange behavior. No problems with them, just felt a little strange.

Went here after the Browns game on Sunday. Sat at the bar. Got calamari. Really good. Got a burger and sweet potato fries. Both good. Nothing outstanding, Just good solid food.
Yeah, I know it’s a steak place but we just wanted some quick food before heading home. And surprisingly, this place worked just fine.
The bartender was friendly and we had a TV in front of us with a game on it.

Aside from going there on a trifecta game night downtown, it was GREAT! I wasn’t in the best of moods but I really can’t say anything bad about the place. Not pretentious at all, great menu, great selection of drinks, and food was just good.
Prime Rib (hard to mess up I admit) was good… a little salty but good. The steak «cigars» were pretty good, the tomato tomato salad was a large portion and good… needed some green in it for my taste but good nonetheless, the complementary corn bread was great, and the sides were all above par as well. Expensive night out for two but good. If the prices were a little inkeeping with the economy, it would get 5 stars.

I went here for a Dishcrawl event and I was very pleasantly surprised! The interior was nice, but the main point of this review is to talk about the food! They served us a sampling of their tenderloin tips and the chicken piccata with a huge pile of mashed potatoes and some fried straws. The sauce on the tenderloin tips had this sweet delicious taste to it and the caperberry paired very well with the chicken. Both were excellent and I would definitely go back! I’m actually salivating right now thinking about the food mmm.
Others at our table got a margarita that came with it’s own pitcher, so for $ 9 you got almost 2 ½ drinks!