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    Cafe Miami

    4.1 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Sandwiches
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Pork torta
    Parker W.

    Jennifer Lopez was a psychiatrist who could enter people's dark recesses of the mind in the terrible film "The Cell." Customers at Cafe Miami can achieve the same feeling of gaining access to one's psyche upon entering the threshold of Cafe Miami. The decor is a visual assault reminiscent of psychedelic mushroom trips during college years at Kent State. The food is a mashup of traditional breakfast and Carribean. The service and food were both excellent. The Cuban sandwich was a better value than pork torta although both were satisfying. The arroz con pollo was a solid dish as well. I am sad I did not get to meet the famous Larry who was previous owner. He sounded "cool as a polar bear in a freezer" as Gucci Mane says.

    Kyle S.

    Another place I would have never visited or known existed without Yelp. A little hard to find and the construction out front doesn't help. The owner actually greeted us at the door welcoming us in. Once in, you're kind of in a different world. I've never seen a diner (its not a cafe) with so much "stuff" in it. We had 2 of the all Americans, extra bacon, 2 cups of coffee and a can of coke. $10.80! And it was good. We'll be back. The address one reviewer listed is incorrect!

    Menu 2/2 - Gyro Items are no longer on the menu
    Rehan W.

    Fantastic food and prices. Owner Larry cooks himself and if you stay close to the kitchen area you will get a great conversation for free! There is on street parking in front during some hours (see signs posted) and there are two parking areas (one off Cypress). http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-Miami/114021831962196

    Not sure why the coco latte defies gravity, but it sure was delicious!
    Holly R.

    Went on a Sunday late morning 7/19 because it was too hot to cook at home and we needed to refuel after a long day a festival the day before. I don't recall much of the menu from the prior owner, but I knew I wanted to come back after reading about the Cuban items. My BF and I split fried sweet plantains with black beans and a generous helping of sour cream. He had the Cubano sandwich (his only critique was that he wishes he had the sauces from Barroco!) and I had the Cuban breakfast with a huge hunk of Cuban bread. I would have finished every last bite of it if it wasn't for the coco latte I ordered. Iced latte made with coconut milk and topped with whipped cream and shredded coconut--a meal in itself. Leftovers saved me from cooking that night, too! Will totally go back. Super friendly waitress and owner-the only thing preventing me from giving it five stars was the wait for the check and change. 4.5***

    Inside looking towards the main window.
    Al D.

    Last week I had the wonderful fortune of finding Cafe Miami via the internet. I would like to confirm what is written in all the previous reviews. My own contribution would be emphasizing the uniqueness, the eclectic ambiance, the 'Larry' persona of friendliness which caught me off guard, the really tasty food, the wondrous art and memorabilia collection which you can feast your eyes on. Two drawbacks: I like my coffee stronger and a more noticeable street sign may be a good idea. My overall rating: a top notch diamond. Will go as often as I can.

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    Jess P.

    Great food! The Cuban sandwiches are the best and I also liked the ham and cheese empanadas. They have a breakfast menu too.

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    Characters Sports Bar and Grill

    Characters Sports Bar and Grill

    4.1
    (61 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $

    A small bar and restaurant. They also have a patio area for when the weather is nice. The lighting…read moreis dark inside. I was surprised by the selection on their menu. There are many things to choose from. I got the Character's roman burger. It was very good. Our server was pleasant, helpful, and attentive. I do plan on going back.

    (Last visited September 20, 2023.) Hanging out in Cleveland, OH on business and it's…read more#WingWednesday! So I did some searching on Yelp to see who's got the best in the area! A place called Characters Bar & Grill kept coming up. So here's how things went! Atmosphere/Appearance: This place is like... at the EDGE of Cleveland's city limits. Lol. Brookpark Road or something. Once I pulled up it just felt like a nice, neighborhood spot! It does have a private parking lot, big outdoor section (where we sat) and plenty of space on the inside. It's a traditional setup. TVs everywhere, random swag and decor all throughout, plenty of high-top tables for seating and a big bar rail. The energy was lively and the music was so random. Lol. If you've been, you know what I mean. Service: I can't remember the name of who took care of us, but she was funny, sweet and just made sure we had everything that we needed. Food: While here I was able to try a few wings, so let's begin. First up were the Mike's Sweet Island Heat. For the record, if you order 10 wings, you can split them into 2-5s for an extra $1.00 if you want separate flavors. Also, on the menu there are 3 "types" of sauces that they offer. The first kind are Buffalo based sauces, the 2nd are barbecue based sauces and the last is "other". Lol. Anyway, these looked amazing, were super saucy and were a decent, seemingly normal size. I got lots of good fruity notes and aromatics as I put the wing to my nose. After tasting the flavors carried through with a bold, fruity, rich flavor. There was good spice and it felt like a chipotle based spice. It was a unique flavor for sure that I hadn't tasted before. Next up was Lenny's Honey Sriracha Teriyaki which is a mouthful of a name, but the flavors showed up! It was a good teriyaki base with citrusy lemon flavors that actually made my lips pucker just a bit. These weren't spicy at all, but it was missing something, I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Next up was Chipotle which I was lead to believe would be the hottest sauce on the menu based on it's placement on the menu, but I was wrong. This one did have some GOOD heat to it. The ingredients were balanced very well that created very bold, rich, hearty, chipotle flavors. I really liked this one. Next up were the Mild Buffalo. These were super saucy, juicy and had a very straightforward traditional Buffalo flavor that had some excellent flavor. The bleu cheese to go with these was a creamy, mild sauce that would cool your mouth down if you can't handle the spice. Next up was the XXX Buffalo which is actually the hottest sauce on the menu. The sauce was a bit watery which is a dead giveaway that it wouldn't be as spicy as it claims to be. It was still delicious, but the spice took a while to kick in, but it's nothing to write home about. It was like a kicked up Buffalo. Value: It's a sports bar, so the food won't be terrible expensive. I was there on Wednesday and wings were $1.00 each. Not bad at all considering how expensive I've see some. They even had $5.00 steaks this night, but I can only imagine them being a Salisbury steak or something. Lol. In conclusion, I had a blast here. The food was great, the people are awesome, I felt welcomed and it just felt like a good place to hang out! I look forward to returning and trying some more flavors!

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    Quintaesencia

    Quintaesencia

    4.9
    (43 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    They have almost a perfect reason and there's a reason. Impeccable service. A creative menu…read more Curated cocktails. Authentic vibes and ingredients. I would eat their seafood cocktail daily and I liked their steak- and I'm a picky steak girl since my dad is a chef. Their drinks are strong. You will order that flight and brunch will turn into dinner. Go have fun. But please don't go when I'm there because I order all the things.

    I absolutely recommend dining at new-ish "Quintaesencia" in Parma, Ohio if you like upscale Latin…read moreAmerican cuisine, good vibes, and great service. Quintaesencia was great to work with in June 2026 at accommodating our large group of 21 women, providing is with ample space, a dedicated server, and even making separate checks for all of us. To the surprise of no one, I love South American food. Okay, I like most ethnic cuisines, if not all, but I really love foods like arepas, chimmichuri steak, asado, empanadas, etc! I looked at the menu ahead of time and settled on some faves of mine, arepas and yucca fries, but others in the group ordered a variety of dishes amd drinks, all of which were delicious! I stuck with water as my beverage because the cocktails/mocktails were a bit too pricey for me. I ordered the trio arepas ($18) and a side order of yucca fries ($5), which were very filling and sprinkled with cheese. I liked my meal a lot although I would like to see a few more types of arepas offered on the menu. Our server, Valeria, was absolutely amazing and served our party of 21 women quickly and efficiently. There was a 3% card usage fee as well as an automatic 20% gratiuiy for parties of 6 or more, so after paying with card, my total bill was $30.54. I left full and happy and hope to come back again to try their other dishes, particularly their pizzas and a creative cocktail or two.

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    Salpićon De Pulpo - Tender marinated octopus mixed with cucumber, red onion, parsley, and bell pepper strips.
    Salpićon De Pulpo - Tender marinated octopus mixed with cucumber, red onion, parsley, and bell pepper strips.
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    Das Schnitzel Haus

    Das Schnitzel Haus

    4.1
    (562 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Just wanted to update my review how fantastic this place continues to be after all these years. I'm…read morenot even going to try to spell what I had but basically it's stuffed cabbage pictured here and it came with sauerkraut and then I chose speatzles as a side. I'm pretty sure I misspelled that, but I think you get the idea. It's those small little pieces of cooked dough which are wonderful in the stuffed cabbage sauce. Our waiter was quite nice as well as attentive. His name was Bohdan K. And he was very attentive and the place was busy on a Sunday

    Just happened to be in the area yesterday and saw this place on maps so figured we'd grab some…read moretakeout because I'm a sucker for German food. From looking at the menu, walking into to pick it up, eating it at home, this place did not disappoint. Let me start with the menu, everything looked and sounded amazing. Ordered some traditional pork schnitzel, a kase schnitzel and a wurst plate. Next, when I pulled up, pretty unassuming but loved the look of their enclosed patio. Once I walked in though, the ambiance, decor, smells...wow!!! Looking forward to eating in at some point and enjoying the gorgeous patio room! Now let's get to the good part, my drive home was filled with absolute mouth watering smells, my family was amazed I made it home without stopping and doing some taste testing. Everything was spectacular. I do need to specifically point out the kase schnitzel was the greatest meal by far, the creaminess, light hint of lemon... cooked to perfection. If this app would let me give more than 5 stars I'd just keep hitting them until another schnitzel showed up in front of me. Great restaurant. (The waitress who helped us when we got there also deserves 5 stars, super helpful, friendly and definitely had a great vibe)

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    Enclosed patio
    Stuffed peppers were excellent.
    Stuffed peppers were excellent.
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    Rowley Inn

    Rowley Inn

    4.5
    (603 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    A friend was visiting from out of town and this was one of the places I thought would be unique for…read moreher to visit. We shared the loco moski, paprikash sandwich, and a side of bacon wrapped tots (good option if you just want 2 and not the full appetizer). While the bacon wrapped tots are famous from Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, I actually liked the loco moski and paprikash sandwich more. The loco moski is a fun combination between a loco moco but with pierogi, and I like that the peppered gravy wasn't too rich. The paprikash sandwich was also a great combo of chicken, sausage, peppers, cheese, paprikash, on lightly crispy bread. Parking available as free street parking--though you may have to circle to find parking since it's near the Christmas House. Staff were nice and efficient. The place does feel a little tight in terms of space with less lighting, but there's still plenty of seating and what matters to me more is good food. Overall, great place to try local food. Would get the loco moski and paprikash sandwich again.

    This place is a one stop shop for many Cleveland classics both original and vegan versions…read more My pre-trip research brought this place to my attention. I wanted to try the pierogi and the Polish boy and the KRAUT and having an extensive beer menu doesn't hurt either. Friendly neighborhood watering hole literally on the corner and basically across the street from the a Christmas story house allowing you to eat within eye sight of the leg lamp. I wanted basically everything from the menu that came vegan (spoiler alert there are tons and tons of things) but gastric space comes at a premium on vacation so we settled on the fried cheese. I was very excited to see the Polish boy (and vegan option no less) I didn't have much of a choice. GF ordered the vegan pierogi platter with vegan kielbasa on a bed of kraut. Firstly the fried cheese was head and shoulders above any mozz sticks or anything of the sort that I have had in memory. The breading is seasoned and crispy and heaven on earth. The cheese is PIPING. Like you will burn yourself if you, like me, have no patience. The accompanying tomato sauce is also steaming. So good. The Polish boy was also in a league of its own. Love that they have a vegan version. What a combo. Probably one of Cleveland's most important community contributions. We ordered the latkes to go and they were orgasmic. What a special place.

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    Bacon wrapped Tots with a spicy sauce that was delicious
    Bacon wrapped Tots with a spicy sauce that was delicious
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