Brassica in Shaker Heights was such a good find while visiting a friend. I went twice in one trip, that should tell you something. Got the salad bowl both times with hummus and basically loaded it up with everything, and it just works no matter what combo you put together. Tried the chicken on one visit and the brisket on the other, both were fabulous. Fair warning though, the brisket is subject to availability, so don't count on it being there every time. Do yourself a favor and order the fries at least once even if you're trying to be good. They complement the bowl perfectly, and throwing a few fries right into the salad is genuinely a great move. Also have to mention the beer selection. Good local options and reasonably priced, which is a nice touch alongside the food. This place earns the trip back any time I'm in the area. read more

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I love everything about Brassica, but especially the falafel with their hot sauce. Everything is fresh and delicious, with bright and bold Mediterranean flavors. The hummus is also a favorite. I love a salad bowl with greens, hummus, falafel, special sauce, pickled cabbage + extra carrots. Don't sleep on the tahini chocolate chip cookies, either. Staff is all so nice when you go through the line to order your food. The restaurant is sparkling clean with a really patio area aside from the abundant seating inside. It's a favorite stop when I'm in the area for work. read more

Brassica - Salad with falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Brassica is the most amazing fast casual food I have ever had anywhere. I was thrilled when they were coming to my area after trying them in Columbus years ago. I'd qualify them as fast casual "plus" because they have alcohol like you can get a bottle of wine for your table and make it a longer event than like Chipotle. The pita is out of this world and they make it fresh all day long. The prices I think could look a little high to some but it's incredibly filling if you get a bowl with the rice/lentil base and it can be split between two people even. They also make homemade tahini chocolate chip cookies which are amazing Their patio is lovely and has table lights for a nice ambiance in the evening. read more

Brassica truly is a delicious as people make it out to be. The service at this location is always top tier. I'm always greeted warmly immediately upon entering and they really make you feel like you're taken care of from the start of your visit until you leave. The place is always clean and the decor is very modern feeling but cozy. I usually get the chicken grains and greens bowl with all the fixing. The roasted veggies and pickled cucumbers and radishes really elevate the fast casual meal and the chicken is super well seasoned. I rarely get the fries because the bowl is big enough, but I will never deny myself a chocolate chip tahini cookie. Probably one of the best restaurant chocolate chip cookies out there. read more

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Good is great! Average cost for good but it's worth it. I go there a lot especially for the cookies and fries. Check them out

We were recommend this spot by a bunch of contractors in the area. We have pretty high Mediterranean food standards and I will say this place met it! It was a fast food like restaurant. The menu is right as you walk in on the left. We got a chicken bowl with falafel side and a cookie. We got our falafel so hot it wasn't able to hold together for a bit! It was an amazing. The pita was also nice and fluffy and we enjoyed the plate with chicken. We would definitely come back for a quick meal! read more

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Minus one star because we got there literally 1 minute after it opened and yet somehow my food was served cold. But the flavors were all just as top-tier as always. I've officially eaten Brassica in each of the three Cs. read more

I've been loving this place that I find myself craving it every now and then. I usually get the bowls, sometimes add a pita on the side. All the proteins are flavorful and tender but my favorite would have to be the brisket. I've also heard of the falafel being some of the best that my friends have had. Tried the cauliflower soup--creamy and filling for colder days. Definitely appreciate how they have a well portioned and balanced kids meal too with a protein, rice/lentils, hummus, and pita. Plenty of seating inside or you can take the food to-go to eat at other tables in Van Aken. The line can be pretty long so I've been finding myself ordering online to-go, for which there can still be a 5-10 min wait after you show up. I'd recommend that you check all your items are there since my fries have been forgotten in the past. The parking is free and there are parking spots just for online pick up or you can park in the free Van Aken parking garage. For curbside pick up, there are a few parallel parking spots right by the door. read more

Brassica - Cauliflower soup (left), Salad (right), kids meal brisket (bottom), falafel (top) - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Soooo good! Mediterranean bowls & pitas, like Cava, except they also have fries dusted with the perfect seasoning. In fact, everything was seasoned well! The brisket and eggplant are a lil spicy which I didn't expect, but it was a pleasant surprise... The creaminess of the hummus and the tangy pickled veggies tamed the heat. The lentils & rice are very flavorful and the greens appear to be very lightly dressed with citrus which makes them sooo tasty! Service was friendly, efficient, and prompt. I will definitely revisit this healthy and delicious fast casual restaurant while here in Ohio. read more

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Excellent casual spot in Cleveland! Great value; got two full meals out of my bowl. Love that I'm able to choose a ton of different fun, interesting options to add. My personal favorite addition was the eggplant. Great sauces and the pita was excellent too. read more

Brassica - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Everything was great! We had a big group and had some complicated orders, so we held up the line a little bit, but the staff was quick and kind. The food was so good. Everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. Someone thought their brisket was mid, but that was the only issue. I appreciated how easy it was to make my meal vegan also. Great place to take a group read more

5/5 one of the best fast casual Mediterranean style meals I've ever had. This tops Naya and cava that we have in NYC. Each ingredient is seasoned and cooked individually, providing the most flavor and tasty profile. Their chicken is extremely flavorful and definitely my top pick. I came here twice in the span of 1 week's time in Cleveland and will definitely return. read more

Brassica - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

The best fast casual food in the land. Get a hummus bowl!! Also the pink minty lemonade is fab.

This place redefines flavor! The salad bowl is my go to choice being able to choose from add the toppings is an endless adventure of mixing spices and textures. The falafel is AMAZING! Not to mention the cookies, fries, and house sauce are all fantastic. read more

Brassica - Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Always a good stop to have. Got a bowl with brisket and chicken cutes and special & hot sauce. Line was short got right in and out. A cool lunch spot warm and inviting. read more

Brassica - Bowls - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

My friend got me takeout one day. Told me it's a better "Cava." And, I 100% agree. I had the pita that time and it was delicious. I decided to go again in person and I got a bowl. The workers moved really fast and were very nice. The food has so much flavor. I definitely recommend and will be back. read more

Went for a quick lunch and it was delicious. I got the chicken hummus plate with a side of falafel. Service and atmosphere were both great! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 4.5/5 read more

Completely fell in love with this place. I always passed it while driving but today I decided to go in. I had the pita sandwich and I was in awe. Fresh ingredients, and plenty of food choices. It doesn't seem as if they give you a lot,but once they finish putting all your ingredients together you may have left overs. I highly recommend this place and I'll be back read more

Brassica - Pita Sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Fries with brisket added 100/10. Nice atmosphere and affordable prices! One of my favs

Excellent service! Staff is friendly and kind. They give extra toppings and even gave us fresh pita and falafel when we didn't want the older ones. They explained the menu so well! Plentiful seating in a great shopping mall area. The food was fantastic. No complaints at all. Definitely a hidden gem in Cleveland and wish it were a chain restaurant. You're missing out if you don't eat here! read more

Brassica - Falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

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Fast, fresh, filling, and delicious as always. The fries are some of the best I have ever had, due to the magical fry seasoning they are dusted with. The falafel, shawarma chicken and brisket are all incredible - you cannot go wrong. I also love all of the sauces they offer. read more

Brassica - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

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This is an honest 5 star review for me. The food wasn't "I dream of it all day" fantastic but it was solid and they had things just right where you can pick toppings to your liking. I know I could go back and have a good experience. Unfortunately it was so good that I forgot to take a picture. I know lots of people love this place, but it truly is a solid meal. There are different options for how to have your meal. I went with the salad bowl (which comes with some rice and lentils so it is more filling) and falafel. I would also recommend getting hummus on your bowl, it is a great addition! There are great options for anyone with different dietary needs. Even at a busy lunchtime, the service was pretty fast. If you've never been to that location, there is an indoor seating area and outdoor seating area, in the Van Aken district. So after you eat, you can check out some different shops and other food places too! read more

A staple spot in our restaurant rotation. Excellent quality food made the way you like it, extremely reasonably priced, clean, in a great and hip indoor marketplace with other businesses to explore, and lots of parking options (covered parking garage and outdoor lots) in the heart of a vibrant and walkable community near public transit hubs. The staff are always friendly and efficient and the drink selection is on point. read more

Yummy, yummy, yummy! I love this place! The food has so much delicious flavors. The food is so fresh. The service is fantastic, very kind and helpful. The way they have the buffet set up displays the food selections perfectly. The lighting above the tables makes the atmosphere feel romantic. The prices are reasonable for the portions. I do like how they are environmentally friendly with the composable dishes . read more

Brassica - Falafel bowl with all the delicious add ons. - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Clean, fast service. Good options to choose from. The falafel is simply awesome. The hummus plate was tasty and the toppings work well together. read more

Brassica is a great spot for a quick, filling, and nutritious meal! Located in Van Aken Market Hall, you can easily grab a meal here and order a side of poutine from Banter, enjoy with some beers in Craft Collective, or top it off with some ice cream for dessert at Mitchell's! You order similarly to Chipotle style - where you tell them what you want and go down an assembly line adding toppings along the way. My go to here is the chicken sandwich (served in pita). You get to choose whether you want hummus or baba, followed by optional veggies and sauces. Service is quick, and the end result is a nice, hearty meal. As a bonus, Van Aken has a parking garage next to it, as well as a parking lot across, making parking fairly easy here. Will definitely plan to be back in the near future! read more

Let me start with it's a must go! My family and I come to Brassica every time we visit no matter what :) their chicken and falafel are so delicious, in a bowl or pita (you can't go wrong here) the fries are also just the right amount of crunchy! The people there are so nice and is normally very fast even if there is a long line, which is to be expected on a weekend. This location is attached to the Market Hall so you can explore more if you stop by, but Brassica is a must try if you're debating. The place itself is very cute and there is a lot of seating options inside, as well as outside when the weather is nice! There is a parking area across the street, as well as a parking garage right near by - so that's always a plus! read more

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I really like this restaurant. It's like Chipotle as far as the ordering in line style goes, but the food/ingredients are far more superior than chipotle. I ordered the braised beef bowl and loaded it with rice, crispy onions, pita chips, sweet potatoes, pickled relish, beets, hummus and cabbage. It was delicious! I also had a side of falafel and fries. The falafel is packed with so much flavor and the fries were seasoned to perfection. I did sit inside to eat but the weather was nice enough to eat outside in which they have outdoor seating. They are a little pricey but the fresh ingredients are well worth the price. read more

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Had the Babaganush Bowl. The Baba , salad, eggplant , beets, and other ingredients had Zero taste. Only the Feta had flavor but it would cause it is a cheese. Would never go back . A waste of money and I wanted to get some good Middle Eastern food today but that did not happen. read more

My aunt knows I love Cava, so she suggested I try this spot while in town. I like the setup of their food line, it makes you feel like you're in someone's home kitchen vs. a cafeteria. I got the bowl - half rice/greens, brisket, sauces, roasted eggplant & cauliflower. The meat was seasoned nicely, the fresh pita was soft. Honestly, I really wasn't a fan of their veggie options (roasted eggplant, cauliflower, carrots) as these are veggies I normally wouldn't eat. The veggies weren't bad, but it didn't add anything significant taste wise. Overall, I thought it was good, and I would go back. I also got the chocolate chip cookie which was hugeee and that was ok too. read more

Brassica - Bowl - brisket, half rice/greens with toppings - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

Great food with good vibes. The restaurant is full of beautiful plants and has plenty seating. The line was pretty long but moved fast. The staff was very helpful. They gave me great recommendations for a good bowl which tasted very good. I enjoyed the chicken sharmwa with all the toppings and the pita bread was so soft and warm. Definitely will be back soon. read more

Brassica - Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

This was so excellent! So many choices of delicious combinations; I can't list! Omnivore or vegan; I had felafel. Pita bread made on site that is....outta sight! Nice outside sitting area. A little loud inside. read more

Brassica - Greens, felafel, marinated eggplant....etc! - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

I am so excited this place exists! When we used to live in California we ate at Cava all the time and Brassica is (dare I say it) even better! The food is fresh, the pitas are out of this world, and they even have wine and beer! I got the salad bowl. The highlights were the jalepeño cauliflower and the pickled cabbage. The falafel was fluffy and good but maybe a little too crispy on the outside for my liking. The fries were delicious and I highly recommend d the tahini sauce. read more

I love Brassica. I used to love Brassica a teensy bit more, when they had their thick cut bacon. When I lived in Columbus, Brassica was a staple. Now that they've opened up a location in Shaker Heights, I find myself frequenting here for their brisket pitas and fries. Their fries with special sauce and drinks are also great! Their Tahini Chocolate Chip cookies are AMAZING. read more

Brassica - Meat choices - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

I'm shocked , None of the employees wore gloves, they provided service with their hands without gloves, which is really a bad surprise. The food is good , but the experience is less pleasant. read more

NEW FAVORITE PLACE. The quality, flavor, and customer service were wonderful. Their Falafel was NEXT LEVEL good read more

Brassica - Falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

After experiencing the terrific Westlake Brassica months ago, we found ourselves in Shaker Heights and decided to give this location a try. I'm pleased to report it is every bit as good! Think of a more upscale Panera with a Middle Eastern flare. A warm pita piled high with brisket or chicken, baba sauce, greens, marinated eggplant or pickled cabbage, with plenty of sauces to choose from. French fries piping hot and seasoned perfectly. The service is outstanding, with employees who smile, engage with you and move at the speed of lightning. It isn't exactly cheap, but nothing this good ever is. read more

Brassica - Exterior - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

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This is probably my favorite restaurant in Cleveland. I moved away for a year and this is the first restaurant. I wanted to come to when I moved back. The brisket is a little more expensive than the rest of their options but it can't be beat. I usually get a sandwich to save a few dollars but I could probably spread the bowl over a couple days so either way you can't go wrong. The carrot topping is amazing and I highly recommend it Everyone is usually very nice and service is much like a Chipotle set up. You just go down the line picking what you want and you can add fries or a drink at the end. I highly recommend the fries. read more

On our way home through Cleveland we stopped by for a late lunch early dinner. We had tried the Westlake location a few months back and were pleasantly surprised and this stop was equally as sensational. Staff was eager to help and mega friendly. Not that typical "I hate my job snarky, how can I help you" 'tude. After hearing about their amazing fries we gave them a try this time - OOOOOOO POTATO GODS, you have served deliciousness my way. They were cooked to perfection and seasoned just right! Such a simple menu with popping flavors in a comfortable setting. Definitely a fav for us! read more

Brassica - Mediterranean Near Me - Shaker Heights, Ohio

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The Brassica we know and love- only in the Cleveland area this time. I'm just over here waiting for them to expand westward to Indianapolis. This particular Brassica is located in a stunning new food hall and features our favorite offerings like the salad bowl topped with *all the veggies*, zhoug, garlic sauce and baba ganoush. When I say all the veggies, I mean, don't skip any of them- from the eggplant to the carrots and cauliflower, they're all packed with flavor and fabulous. It's hard to beat the flavor, healthfulness and price of Brassica. Even better when neighboring a dozen+ fun local businesses. read more