Grumpy's in Tremont reminds me of the fun, colorful diners I grew up around in New England, only without having to stand in a line that looks like everyone is waiting for concert tickets. The walls are bright, the staff is friendly, and the food is really good. It is a great way to start an excursion through Tremont. As the old diner saying goes, "Life is too short for bad coffee and boring breakfast." Why start your time in Tremont that way! read more

We were visiting from out of town and read great things about this restaurant. We had eight people and were told it would be a 45-minute wait. We were totally fine with that, went and grabbed a coffee from a local shop, and then returned to the restaurant. Food was great and the server was so kind! The reason for the 3-star review is because the hostess was very rude. She completely shattered an easy 5-star review. We had nine people in the family, and one was golfing. We intended to put in a takeout order for him but due to the 45-minute wait, he ended up finishing before we were even seated. We invited him to come along and then we were called to be sat. We ordered his meal for him prior to him arriving and this was still a major problem for the hostess. She basically threatened to move us back outside and told us we were "holding the table" even though we would have never done that. Instead of giving me the opportunity to explain to her we would have done takeout anyways had he not arrived(but he did because again, it was a 45 minute wait), she just continued to talk over me. It made all of us very uncomfortable and the first 10 minutes we felt very on edge and unwelcomed. She then did the same thing to our ninth person when they walked in the restaurant 5 minutes after. He had no idea what had already occurred and was also caught off guard. Most of us worked in this industry in the past, and we thought we were doing the right thing by letting her know. Thank you to everyone else who helped soften our experience. It was very appreciated. Every person who brought a dish to our table was extremely kind. We all had something different on the menu and there were no complaints! read more

Always delicious, even after 30 years. Situated at n the heart of Tremont, easy access from downtown and the service is always great. After running the Cleveland Marathon we knew we needed to eat and no where better for breakfast than Grumpys. The huevos rancheros with sunny side up eggs is perfect, so perfect 2 of us ordered it, blueberry pancakes on the side with the Mexican omelette for my husband. The eclectic vibe is great, the menu is classic with a fresh twist. If it's nice enough you can sit on the enclosed patio. Oh and a dedicated parking lot for guests is a bonus all in itself. (No photos we were too busy eating). read more

The serice was really good. They were attentive and friendly. I like the vibe a lot. Its a true local diner that celebrates Cleveland. The food was also excellent. It wasnt greasy and the qualitive was worth the price. I didnt get any of the coffee drinks but they looked tasty. read more

Grumpys never disappoints !!!! Arrived on a Sunday morning around 9:45 or so. Was busy and other people were waiting outside, but I guess we lucked out because our party of four was seated right away! Also, they have a parking lot which is convenient! The coffee is always good. I believe they use Caruso's. And it's so fun to see what mug you get because they are all different! Seating is very tight, walls are covered in art. Very eclectic place. Nothing really grumpy about it! Our server was so sweet, friendly, and personable. She was the best. Like I want to be her friend! Our food came out pretty quick. I got the eggs Florentine. Yummmmm !!! I'm always a little iffy ordering eggs for a restaurant, but they poached it perfectly for my liking! Just runny enough! And they were so sweet to give me a brownie for my birthday :,) I love this place! read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Eggs Florentine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

What a gem of a place. Simple, delicious food. Attentive, kind staff. Plenty of parking, plenty of seating, plenty of choices. The decorations are fun, they offered a choice of seating, and everything was clean and well kept. The west 14th omelet: eggs, Swiss cheese, corned beef hash, toast, and potatoes -- all done perfectly. Added onions for no additional charge. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. If I was local to the area, id be a regular. Check it out when you can for great service, and seriously good food. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - West 14th special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Thick dry oat milk pancakes. Jamabalaya omelet was ok but not particularly flavorful somehow. Like no spices basically. Cookie was dry and so hard I couldn't even bite more than once into it. It was like a rock. Waited 40 minutes for 1 person seating. Unsure why this place is popular other than it isn't expensive but the food is average at best. Cajun home fries were fine but not special- no crispiness or anything just a bit of Cajun type spice. Fake butter packet things were gross. Need real butter. The wheat toast was good but I can make good toast lol. The pork boxty had relatively dry pulled pork thank god with sauce atop all over a greasy potato pancake. It had good flavor and the grease saved it from being too dry. They tip themselves here! Yikes read more

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We loved Grumpy's and being able to walk to it from our lodging in Tremont. Such a pleasant neighborhood. Great Food! I had the Breakfast Perogies special and I was one happy Polish girl! Potato and cheese perogies, With Bacon and fried onions, and an over easy egg on top. Served with sour cream. I swooned. Excellent attentive kind server as well. I must question the one art exhibit of rotting fruit paintings in late June 2026 in the front of the restaurant. Of all the incredible art in Cleveland, why display rotting fruit paintings in a restaurant? read more

I really enjoyed my visit to Grumpy's. We arrived about 1 hour before close so it was not busy. From what I understand there is usually a wait. The dining/bar are is decorated with artwork that is for sale. It has a very comfortable feel when you walk in. The staff is friendly and helpful. They did not hurry us, but we were also sure to be out in a timely manner. The best part is they have several vegan options on the menu. They carry vegan products that many restaurants don't carry. The servers seem knowledgeable and confident about the vegan options as well. As a diner that makes me more comfortable and that alone makes me want to go back. It is a perfect breakfast/lunch spot in Tremont. read more

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Roommate and I were leaving from the dog shelter after adopting a dog (has been neutered and will be back for him) and drove passed this place and saw it was busy. Made a U-turn to come back to it to give it a try. Waited no more than about 20-25 minutes. I had the Fancy Schmancy Burger‌ minus the onions and it was delicious. Egg was nice and runny and bacon was cooked perfectly. Staff was nice and friendly with fast service. There is art work on the walls for sale with a welcoming feeling. Great place for the family and kids. read more

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Solid breakfast spot! Packed on a Sunday morning but that is always a good sign. Food- 2 people ordered the hangover in our group and ate it up. I had the chicken salad over greens and it was delicious. Our server was kind and always made sure the coffee cups were full! It's not overly large but lots of tables and chairs inside. read more

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Tried this kitsch unique breakfast/brunch joint and had some great dishes. The atmosphere is a little close for comfort, but has a homey feel. Food was tasty, and toast was crispy and awesome! Small parking lot available. This place was hopping when we visited over the weekend. read more

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Food service ambience was great! Line out the door but it's worth the wait! Looking forward to coming back next time I'm in Cleveland read more

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Grumpy's never disappoints. I love the local art, the vibe and the food. I had the grumpy's special and everything was great! I'm not typically a pancake person but they were really tasty and so enjoyable! Our service was good. Waitress checked in with us frequently and made sure we had coffee and water. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Grumpy's Special add pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I had heard some good things about this place and we decided to try it with family visiting from out of town. We showed up late morning ish on a Saturday and had about a half hour wait. They were really friendly and helpful and gave us a phone call when our table was ready. The restaurant was packed and way larger than it looked on the outside. It's decorated with lots of cool local art and the mugs are all mismatched. I had my tea in a Christmas mug! Among us, we had eggs benedict, eggs Florentine, biscuits and gravy, and pancakes. Everything was pretty good. I think my biscuit could have been cooked a little more... it was a bit doughy. The hollandaise sauce on the benedict and florentine was delicious. I enjoyed the ambience and our service was really good. I am not sure if it's a new regular spot but we enjoyed our meal with no regrets! read more

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Been here a few times and never disappoints. Had a what they said was a 20 minute wait and I dont think it was even 10 minutes for the 4 of us. Waitress was right on the table after we got settled getting me a much needed cup of coffee and the others all drinks. The art hanging on the walls is nice and love that you can support local artists if you choose to do so. The sausage gravy and biscuits were very good. The walker hash is my go to here. Good way to start your day off with a little zesty hash. Kids breakfasts were what they were looking for with basic items put together to keep their bellies full. read more

This place was highly recommended for breakfast while on vacation. Interesting little place with abstract art for sale. We ordered breakfast and was a typical breakfast spot. I ordered a scramble and it was good. We also ordered the pumpkin pancake and they were okay, lacked in pumpkin flavor. Customer service was good and attentive. The issue we had flies circling around our area. We had to swat away flies while eating so that was annoying. It is small inside so I can assume a large party will encounter issues with seating. I would return. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Breakfast scramble. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Lovely breakfast/brunch place open till 3pm in a pretty chill neighborhood of Cleveland. It's def very small town diner style spot that seems to have been and old house converted. Mary was super nice. We ordered the Cinnamon Roll (GF) pancakes and Eggs Benedict (sub for biscuit instead of English muffin) and shared. The poached eggs were just 1 min over done but the hospitality made up for it. They were very accommodating and super nice from the hostess to the server. We will definitely come back bc it was such a nice experience, great service, and amazing food! Great breakfast place!! Awesome little spot in near downtown Cleveland! read more

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The service and treatment from the hostess is the reason I will not step foot at this restaurant again. I can't imagine what the customer service is like inside read more

Loved this place! The servers were nice and sat me quickly, the food was awesome. Huge portions for pretty cheap and cute inside read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Breakfast Tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

4 minute drive from MetroHealth Main Campus, so a perfect post-doc visit spot. I remember loving this place a few years back and was super excited to try it again. The place is super cozy and gives off a really homey vibe. They have a big adjoining parking lot, so parking isn't a problem, even though they are usually pretty busy. We were seated quickly and service was great. Got coffee and water right away and ordered within like 5 minutes. I remember really enjoying a pancake the last time I was there, so I was excited to get another one. I couldn't remember the flavor, but remembered it was something seasonal. This time I got the cinnamon roll pancake and was pretty disappointed. It wasn't sweet and was kind of cold. I think they may make their pancakes with cornmeal or something more cake-like. Whatever it is, it wasn't very good or fluffy like most others. I got the egg skillet with tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach. The veggies that comes with it were broccoli, carrots, and red cabbage all mixed together. Nothing that I would typically put in a breakfast bowl, so I swapped them out for the other veggies that the server mentioned and was a little surprised to be charged .50 for each. I also got an order of turkey sausage which I thought would be an additional $1 from the way it was listed on the menu, but it was $5. The bowl was really tasty and their cajun home fries are delicious. My mom got the biscuits and gravy, which were just fine. There wasn't much sausage meat in the gravy and it was a bit thick IMO. The biscuit was also just okay. I don't think we'd try that again, but would return for another good breakfast in a cozy spot. The waffles looked amazing. I'll definitely get that next time, instead of the pancake. read more

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We were looking for a good local breakfast place on our trip to Cleveland. Grumpy's didn't disappoint. Good portions of fresh food. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This place gives classic diner vibes and has a great breakfast to match. The pancakes were my favorite and I don't usually care for restaurant pancakes. They have a parking lot. Service was friendly and fast. We really had a nice time! read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Came in for a coffee left wearing a size bigger attire. Their food is amazing! Freshly made and definitely big enough to share. Super fast service and the staff really hustles even when swamped. Cool and casual atmosphere you'll love. read more

What a fun place with great vibes, service, and food. Will stay on my list of places to go while in Cleveland.

This was the first time we have dined here. I loved the atmosphere. I really liked all the art work that you could purchase. They have a big menu, all kinds of different things. I decided I would try something different. I tried the heuvos ranchero, my friend had eggs Benedict. Food was out fast and there was plenty. We will definitely be back! read more

I read other reviews about this cafe, so expected there to be great food that was worth the wait. I went with a friend on a Sunday afternoon (about 2:00), after church. It was crowded, but we did not have a wait at all. The staff was really friendly and the vibe is funky-in a cool way-with all the art on the walls. Our server, Monica, didn't rush us and gave us some good suggestions on what to try. We ordered the W. 14th omelet and the Biscuits and Gravy. Both dishes were fantastic! They came out pretty fast and at the right temperature. Definitely recommend both dishes, and if you are a fan of corned beef hash, you have to try theirs! It's made in house! I will definitely go again. read more

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Grumpys is a well known spot in Tremont. It hops on the weekends (expect a wait) and hops during the week. I imagine hundreds of business deals are done here weekly. Parking is ample, close and free. A rarity these days. We had a party of 4 and were quoted a 30 minute wait time, got in in 25. Not too shabby. Check in is a breeze and super friendly. Leave your name and number and they'll text you when ready. Service was fast and efficient, and even tho it seemed like they were super busy, our coffee was always full and we had everything we needed. The place hosts a lot of larger groups and was really loud when we arrived. It quieted a bit as they left but be prepared for a louder than normal experience. The food was good, although the home fries came out warm, not hot. The Eggs Florentine seems to be a staff favorite. When ordered, our server affirmed "Great choice" and when delivered, the runner said, "That's my favorite!" Pancakes were large and fluffy and tasty. Price point for everything feels reasonable for the area and amount of food you get. Grumpys is a fun experience. Relaxed, casual, good food, and, depending on who you bring, great company! read more

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Great all American breakfast dinner. Very affordable with all your traditional breakfast options. Staff and service were great. It is a small restaurant. They accommodated our party of 7 but it was tight. Also it is very warm in the restaurant (it was 90 degree out). Not sure if they had AC. Another bonus is that the restaurant has a parking lot beside it that is free to customers. read more

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A nice spot to get a quick breakfast or lunch. We stopped here on a spontaneous trip from Buffalo, and it was very good. Polite staff, and good food. read more

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Found this little gem while visiting the area a few months back. The decor is very unique and looked like it was a favorite for the locals. We met friends while we were on a mini Dave Matthews Band Tour that ended with us meeting up at the Rock en Roll Hall of Fame and the Christmas Story house. We didn't realize some places close for a few hours between lunch and dinner but found Grumpy was thankfully open. We had a nice lunch before heading back home to Buffalo and them to Pittsburgh. Hope to return some day! read more

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Parking is easy. Service is outstanding (in my experience). Food is super delicious. Coffee is good and hot. They support and showcase local artists, so the restaurant is filled with interesting and buyable pieces. Fun to look at. It can feel a tad noisy, but it's not deal-breaker level by any means. Prices are very reasonable; portions are great. If you're in Cleveland, dining here is definitely a no-brainer. Go and enjoy! read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Eggs Florentine & black coffee-- YUM! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Was visiting some friends in Ohio and everyone said that Grumpy's was a must try! It was pretty busy as we arrived and my mouth was wateringgg in anticipation of an amazing meal. Unfortunately, I was left quite disappointed by the experience. Our food took a very long time to come out, around an hour from seating to entrees being presented. The server noted that they had recently started taking Uber Eats/Doordash orders and the growing pains were apparent. Once our food did come it was cold and just left a lot to be desired. Not the greatest first impression of what I'm sure is an amazing restaurant! I'm excited to try Grumpy's again after they work out some of these kinks. Despite the challenges, one of the clear highlights was the service. You really can't ask for more than that Midwest hospitality! read more

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I have dined at Grumpy's several times over the years and it's always a really good experience. The menu has such a variety. It is difficult to choose your meal. The staff is always friendly and the food comes out quickly. The portions are large so please come hungry. Grumpy's is a staple in the Tremont area, so come try it out. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Morning After Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Grumpy's Cafe is overhyped, in my opinion, and I'm sorry. It has a public-paid parking lot. A party of 5 waited for 45 minutes. They do a text message. The inside is jam-packed, with not much room for guests to move around. Tables are placed together, so conversations are difficult, and it's loud. The menu is vast, so there is pretty much something for everyone. Breakfast seems to be what they are best known for. Everyone in my party ordered breakfast; they all said it was standard country-type breakfast. I was the outlier and ordered Grumpy's Meatloaf from the bowl area of the menu. The meatloaf was served on a plate with mashed potatoes and covered with brown gravy. The meatloaf itself was very rosemary-heavy. The coffee is served hot and fresh, but it's standard and nothing exciting. If you go here, your best bet is to order the breakfast unless you love rosemary-flavored meatloaf covered in brown gravy served in a loud restaurant. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Grumpy's Meatloaf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I was recommended Grumpy's Café, so I stopped by for breakfast. I'm a big breakfast person, so my expectations were high--especially with all the hype. Unfortunately, it fell short both times I gave it a try. The ambiance has a classic American diner feel. The staff was friendly and welcoming, no complaints there. But the food just didn't do it for me. I had the Western omelette and the Grumpy's Special. The omelette was overcooked and the potatoes were under-seasoned. I really wanted to like it, but overall it felt pretty average. Maybe the lunch menu is stronger, but for breakfast, it's a no for me. read more

The food is excellent. Have tried this place 3 times and it's been a 10/10 every time. The service is quick and friendly even when it's busy. It's a cute house with local art on the walls. read more

Delicious American brunch here! It gets very busy, so be prepared for a wait. I got the Grumpy's combo, which was great because I could do both savory and sweet! I chose the Apple french Toast, which was a little disappointing. The toast came with apples marinated on the side (I was picturing a French Toast version of apple pie or something). The service of the place was great, and they have outdoor seating as an option. Overall, I had a great experience here! Definitely try this out. read more

I love Grumpys, been many time and have never been disappointed. It's a little small yet somehow big, the staff is well educated on the menu if you have questions. It's cute and gives a homey feel while you're there. It's a place you wanna go because you just know the food will be good and it always is. read more

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Omelette and home fries are delicious. Toast is very average, and they don't put butter on it. Pancakes are ok. French toast is below average. Service is great. Overall a very good restaurant and I would highly recommend. read more

Grumpy's Cafe - Bacon and cheese omelette with home fries and toast; chocolate chip pancakes in the background - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio