I can not say enough good things about this restaurant! Went for a birthday dinner and once for happy hour. The lobster bisque is the most delicious things have EVER eaten. I would make a trip just for that. I love the old house layout with such a romantic ambience! read more

I just love this place. On a busy Saturday night the service is attentive and the food is just slamming good. We tried 8 dishes on the menu and loved everyone. I am going back tonight. read more

Went for Sunday dinner. First off, wine is half off a bottle on Sunday! Which was a nice surprise! We made a reservation and were sat immediately on the patio! It was very beautiful. We didn't think we would like it, but absolutely fell in love with it. It was heated and quaint. I got the lobster bisque, which I have seen good and bad reviews on. I loved it! It was slightly creamy, and there were big pieces of lobster. I would definitely order it again! I had the scallops and risotto, which was good. And when I checked in on Yelp we got a free desert! Kaitlyn was our server and she was very nice! Explained the menu and answered our questions. Was attentive but didn't hover over us! We loved her! I recommend stopping at the bar for a drink and they also have a bar menu! So if you want to try the place out, this is an easy way to do it. Just went for the Spanish wine dinner. I highly recommend signing up for one of these dinners! The food pairing with the wines was awesome! My husband and I enjoyed every course. We will definitely sign up for more of these! read more

I travel a lot and eat in nice places. Had 6+ dinners at Nemo Grille always great, last week duck was Not over cooked, good presentation and quality. Service excellent. read more

The BEST steak I have ever had in my life came from this jem. The food is consistently executed well. Would highly recommend to a foodie.

Great food, solid wine list. It is small and there are hard wood floors throughout. We always make a reservation. The only complaint I have has nothing to do with the restaurant, but with those people who insist on bringing their children to higher end restaurants and letting them run amok. Of course, I have the same problem at no so high end restaurants when people let their kids run amok. The only problem here is that you are spending $$$ and there are hardwood floors and it is loud with out some four year and seven year old pounding through the place. The waitress kept apologizing, to us, the table next to us. Not her fault, although it might have helped if maybe someone from management had said something to the parents and grandparents. I understand their not wanting to offend anyone but there were a lot of other people getting horribly annoyed. Reign in your kids people or hire a babysitter. read more

Food was delicious....and they have an impressive book of tea options. The 8oz sirloin was also cooked to perfection!

I will be honest, I had lower expectation because I have been to multiple steak houses on the west side of Cleveland and they are all ok or very good. I was pleasantly surprised to have such great meals with my family. The level and culinary quality were superb. Steaks were cooked perfect and the had a dry aged flavor even though they weren't dry aged. Service was great as well. Severs were very knowledgeable on food items and no time was waiter completing orders. Most definitely one of my favorite places in town and west side of Cleveland. read more

I bordered on 4 or 5 stars here and ultimately made my decision based on a little slower service than I think a 5-star deserves in addition to a slightly cramped atmosphere. This isn't to say the service or atmosphere was poor, but in trying to be critical with what I call 5-star, I feel Nemo Grille fell a little short. We decided to eat here the Sunday prior to Valentine's Day in order to celebrate early (and because it is challenging to find a sitter on Valentine's Day). We were seated pretty quickly in a room that was dimly lit that contained nine tables. In the room immediately connected was a large party and this is really where my major "issue" lies. Due to the slightly cramped space, noise carries here...a lot. At times it was challenging to have a conversation. Also, as a result of the large party, our server needed to provide additional attention to that table which rubbed me a little bit the wrong way; however I reiterate that this is a critical assessment and not a deal breaker. Prior to the main course, I had the lobster bisque. Everyone has their own tastes, but I am a huge fan of homemade lobster bisque and feel that Nemo Grille is bordering on one of my favorites. The bisque is a bit creamy with a few visible pieces of lobster, but you can certainly taste it mixed into the cream. If you are a fan, I would certainly recommend trying it. For dinner I had the duck which came with a raspberry glaze, asparagus, and some garlic mashed potatoes. There isn't a thing on the plate I disliked. The glaze was something that almost kept me from ordering the duck, but at the end of the day I feel like it really brought the dish together by adding the sweetness. The duck was cooked perfectly! If I had to guess, I would say it was done sous vide and then finished when the rest of the plate was ready. If you ever have duck and no pink exists...it was overcooked. This was a nice consistent reddish pink that was warm throughout. Add in the glaze and I almost wanted to buy a second plate to take home. During the meal we also had a bottle of wine. Being a Sunday, we got the bottle half off. This effectively brought the cost close to what we would spend at the store to buy a bottle and bring it home. Overall I would say Nemo Grille is one of the better quality food restaurants in the area, though at a price point that can make it challenging for some. If compared to some places outside the area, it feels more appropriate at a four star, but bordering on five. read more

Bob really did it right when he opened Nemos. Food is always fantastic. We try to get here as often as possible. The Sea Bass is by far my favorite. A great wine selection tops off the menu. read more

The steak I ordered was poor quality and overcooked. Service was also below par. Unfortunately, I will not be returning nor recommending this restaurant to locals or visitors to area. read more

Absolutely love this restaurant. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The service was great and the food was amazing!

Food is fine. Need vegetarian items on the menu. The thing that was most bothersome is that workers are told to clear plates the SECOND you put your last mouthful in your mouth... for every plate that might be at your own setting. This is RUDE. No plates should be cleared until the LAST person at the table is completely finished. When someone is hovering constantly, it makes people feel like they're not eating fast enough. This is an unacceptable practice for any restaurant. At this restaurant it was over the top, distracting and rude - it made for an unpleasant dining experience. We won't be revisiting until someone guarantees that this practice is discontinued. read more

This is our absolute favorite place to eat in the area. Best steaks anywhere, and the lobster bisque is outstanding. The service is excellent, and all the employees work together as a team. Excellent service every time we have been. Even the coffee is great. What a refreshing change it is to find a place that cares about the food they offer and certainly cares about their customers. Excellent ++++ read more

Great food and service. We came in with a birthday group and were treated great. Menu is varied from pasta to seafood and steaks. Everyones meal was super. read more

Gotta love this place. Recommended via flying service here local airport. Old house converted. My favorite setting. Most wonderful Italian chow and moscato Italian drink. I had a special order pasta with marinara, shrimp and sausage. My normal special request. Was excellent. Kinda short on sausage. Small strips of that only. Shrimp were larger and nice however. I sat in a heated, enclosed porch area. Surprised me that was the warmest room, and comfortable, in the house. I will be back. Perfect service here also. read more

Well folks, you thought you'd have to go to the big city for something unique and fine but fun. This place is amazing. I travel the US as a businessman and foodie. You must eat here. read more

Food, service, atmosphere.....everything was phenomenal! First time, but definitely not our last!!!Ribeye was beyond amazing!!

Had the chicken marsala and my wife had the swordfish special. Truly excellent food and service. One of the best finds in all of Cleveland.

Outstanding. Well developed flavors and sophisticated palette choices. Flawless execution. Never been disappointed. Excellent service as well. Well worth the cost. read more

Love this place. Our favorite special is the Beef Wellington and we make sure to make time to go on the weekends it's offered. Nothing on the menu disappoints. The Fish Fry special on Fridays during Lent is expensive, but soooo good! Local neighborhood favorite for a quiet romantic dinner on the porch or a great Happy Hour at the bar!!! read more

We all LOVED it here! Definitely coming back with more loved ones..The service there is impeccable and that's a must for an upper class restaurant in my opinion. Entrees were adventurous and appetizers made me want more! I'm not a big fan of chain restaurants, so when there's a gem of a place this close by it's a must to visit every now and then. I had the duck breast with fig sauce and caramelized onion mashed potatoes. More of my other friends played it safe with filet mignon and chimmichura sauce. Another friend had sea scallops which were cooked to perfection!! I'll tell you something some places leave you with the sand in the scallops leaving you and your teeth feeling gritty but not this place def thumbs up! read more

One of the best haunts on the west side of town. Always consistent. The bar area is a great place to eat and converse. Would definitely recommend the stuffed peppers or the shrimp and grits. Bob the owner is not only a good cook but a fun conversationalist. Bartenders Lucky and Greg are a lot of fun too. read more

We were lucky enough to win a wine tasting dinner for four that was auctioned off for a charity event. It was fabulous! The food was paired perfectly with the featured wines. The service was excellent and paced perfectly between the 5 courses. I have been to numerous wine tastings and some are so pretentious. The atmosphere at Nemo's is very comfortable. All of us were at ease and had a fantastic night! We have also been to their other restaurant, Bar Nova. Great food, drinks and atmosphere. The Nemos know their stuff!! read more

Still a 5-star rating! Celebrated my parents birthday at Nemo grill last Sunday. They had never been there and could not have been more pleased. Our waitress on the porch (5:00 reservation)...wish I could remember her name but she has waited on us before is professional, courteous and fun. Between the 4 of us we had the lobster bisque, stuffed pepper soup and ceasar salad to start. Entrees were the veal scalloppini, scallops, duck and lobster fettuccine. I wanted to lick the bowl clean after finished the fettuccine. Everyone was so pleased with their meals and the service. Finished our meals with creme brulee and they brought my parents one of the chocolate desserts, complimentary, for their birthday complete with candles. Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Thanks Nemo for making my parents birthday celebration special! read more

Wonderful place to celebrate our anniversary! Staff was very courteous and attentive. Our server Helen had a beautiful smile on her face the entire time - made us feel relaxed and appreciated. Started with roasted brussel sprouts - delicious. I had Diver scallops -prepared perfectly on a bed of creamy risotto - awesome!! My husband had the braised short ribs - fall apart juicy and flavorful. Desserts: creme brûlée and the bread pudding - everything was delicious. Can't wait to return. Excellent dining in a casual relaxed atmosphere. read more

We found Nemo's about 6 years ago when my daughter who lives in Avon recommended it. Last night was probably our 6th visit, we went for a repeat of last years Lenten Walleye fish fry. Everything was outstanding, from the panko crusting, which wasn't greasy or overwhelming, the actual walleye was plentiful not taken over by the coating, a very generous portion for a reasonable price $23.00 . The home made cole slaw was the best ive ever had mixed with some purple cabbage etc , vinegar base which was delicious. My wife got the fries which were good, but I substituted Brussel sprouts which were flash fried with some balsamic ...excellent ! I also have to say the home made tartar sauce was very good. They also have a very nice martini list, we both had a French 75 which were prepared perfectly! read more

Best sausage stuffed peppers! Great steak and service. Can be very loud, especially when your neighbors are on the louder side, but still a great spot read more

I called ahead for a reservation. I had to wait about 40 minutes to get a table. The place is loud and not family friendly at all. The food was very, very expensive too read more

We're new to the Avon area and wanted to check out Nemo Grille just from driving by it and because of all the great reviews. We made a reservation for Friday night and we absolutely loved it! Our sever was attentive, provided helpful guidance around the menu and she made us laugh. I ordered the Waldorf salad and the halibut special. My husband got the Caesar salad and the ny strip. The food was unique and delicious! Also, I believe it's reasonably priced. Would recommend Nemo Grille to anyone in a heartbeat and can't wait to go back! read more

Ordered a filet mignon and hubby got the swordfish- both amazing options, so filling and was laid out on the plate so nicely, something we just had to get on Instagram! Friendly staff- when I complained about how the AC was blowing a bit much on my legs, one of the waitresses rushed over to turn it off and cover it where we were sitting. read more

Delish! The unassuming building truly houses a restaurant with skilled chefs, exceptional staff, and good food. We stopped by after a long day, only 20 minutes before their kitchen "closed" (we called ahead to ask if we would be "those people" and they happily responded that we should definitely still stop by). We sat at the bar, where many others were enjoying wine and appetizers. The bartender was lovely, one of the best servers I've experienced. We ordered two glasses of wine (somewhat pricey at 13 a glass, but we knew what we were paying and were not surprised when our bill came), and a calamari to start. The calamari (9.5) was a bit on the sweet side, but it was cooked very well. For dinner we got a grilled chicken sandwich (10), with a side of rosemary garlic fries, and the veal (26). We asked our server if any dairy products were in the veal meal, and she said no, but when the the plate arrived, there was milk in the mashed potatoes. She quickly got us a side of sweet potato fries as a substitution, and was apologetic. The sandwich, and veal were fantastic... both of the fries were not (one was flimsy, wet, and undercooked; the other was incredibly spicy with seasoning that's too intense). Our server noticed that we didn't eat our fries, asked about it, and said she would tell the kitchen for the future (even though we told her the rest of our meal was great and we weren't upset). We also ordered a piece of coconut cake (8.5) and it was wonderful - definitely ask about their desserts (the women next to us RAVED about the smores creme brulee). Was our food perfect? No. But were we happy? Definitely. The great service made up for the tiny bumps in the meal. Loved it. Will definitely return! Full disclosure - we used a groupon for the meal (paid $25 for a $50 gift certificate), but we would definitely pay "full price". read more

We live in the Bay Area and visit Lorain County 1 - 2 times/year and try to eat at Nemo Grille each visit. My husband was surprised and delighted the first tme we dined here to find a Chave wine on the list! The food is delicious and the service warm and accomodating (we've had to take our children here once or twice -- it was afterall a family vacation). Especially memorable were the 1931 sherry (not sure of the exact year, but I think Hoover was President at the time) and the pasta heated in the big parmesan cheese drum. We hope Nemo stays in Avon for many more years! read more

Excellent food with great service! Try the Chilean Sea Bass - it's phenomenal!

Had an amazing dinner from appetizers to dessert and everything in between. Ahi tuna, calamari, veal, steaks and an amazing peanut butter cheesecake. We will be back soon! read more

Fairly straightforward American steakhouse fare (chops, familiar seafood, nice salads) executed very well. You're not likely to find any unusual cuts or terribly daring dishes, but everything is really good. It's just geared toward the suburban set, who are justifiably loyal. Service is prompt and competent. The atmosphere in an old house is cozy, but if it were up to me I'd turn the music down a notch or two and boost the lighting so that you can read a menu without the aid of a smartphone. That aside, you're quite certain to have a good meal here. read more

Fantastic!!! Wonderful service, fresh crisp salad, yummy creamy mushroom soup with truffle Parmesan croutons, and really delicious salmon over coconut rice and grilled vegetables! The chef is creative, while giving you healthy amazing food!!! We will go back on our next trip. Great food, great service and charming atmosphere. Thank you for an enjoyable evening. read more

I should preface this review by saying we usually enjoy the ambiance and food at Nemo Grille and have been there many times without issue. Unfortunately, a few weeks ago, my husband and I visited Nemo for a night out. We sat at the bar and were less than impressed. We asked the bartender what the specials were and he seemed annoyed that we were there for the evening happy hour. A family came in shortly after and the bartender appeared to know them. At this point, he devoted all of his attention to them and neglected the rest of the bar. He then started pouring the group shots 'on the house' and offered a shot to a few other patrons at the bar excluding us; he himself took one and gave one to the hostess. For such a nice establishment as Nemo Grille is, it was disappointing to see it so unprofessional and caddy. We felt like we were not welcomed nor was our business appreciated. read more

Not a best kept secret anymore. Gourmet food in a family run neighborhood atmosphere. Can't go wrong with any menu item, especially a filet mignon or sea bass. They didn't make us feel bad for not being dressed up and in fact were very welcoming. Love this place. Go here, do this and tip well! read more

Decent food. Decent wine options. Decent location with below average parking. Been here a few times and it was strictly out of convenience.