Tired of eating at the same old fast food establishment? Jen Picciano spills the tea on the best local eateries around Cleveland. Whether it is a new restaurant opening or a local favorite, Jen has you covered!
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II Venetian is opening back up for dinner starting June 1st, 2021! This modern Italian fine dining restaurant has fresh hand-made dishes with locally sourced ingredients. They are hoping to have their outdoor patio open by June 14th!
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The Tremont Greek Fest is back! This Memorial Day Weekend May 28th thru the 30th. This annual festival will feature lamb shank, gyros, souvlaki, oregano chicken, pastitsio, vegetarian stuffed grape leaves, spanakopita, tiropita, rice pilaf, green beans, and other specialties. Plus, assorted pastries including bougatsa, a sweet cream filled phyllo dough.
Limited quantities are available, so order ahead. Guests can order in person at a walk-up counter, place an order in person in a special drive thru lane, or conveniently order online in advance at www.tremontgreekfest.com and pick up in a designated drive thru lane. Credit cards will be accepted.
Tremont Greek Fest located at 2187 West 14th Street.
Friday, May 28th – 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 29th – Noon to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 30th - Noon to 8:00 p.m.
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Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest kicks off May 28th and runs through May 31st. Select Rib Teams compete over the long weekend. Serving up the best ribs and sauce as well as other traditional fair foods.
NEW THIS YEAR! – To keep things affordable for all, Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest has established consistent pricing for ribs and associated items. All rib vendors have also agreed to offer two bone samplers, so that you can try a little variety. So strap on your bibs, and get ready for ribs!
- Full Slab Dinner – $25
- Full Slab – $23
- Half Slab Dinner – $18
- Half Slab – $16
- 1/3 Slab – $12
- 2 Bone Sampler – $6
- 4 Bone Sampler – $11
- Pork Sandwich – $8
- Chicken Sandwich – $8
- Brisket Sandwich – $10
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Little Italy announces the 122nd Annual Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Holy Rosary. Happening Thursday August 12th through Sunday August 15h, 2021. To read the press release visit Holy-Rosary.org
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On June 2nd, Walnut Wednesday, presented by the Downtown Cleveland Alliance (DCA), returns to Downtown Cleveland! You can find this weekly food truck gathering at Perk Plaza in the Erieview Historic District from 11AM to 1:30PM through September 1st. Residents, professionals, and visitors are invited to come together with their friends, family, and co-workers to experience an assortment of lunchtime offerings from their favorite local chefs. Attendees will also be able to hear live music provided by local talent.
Walnut Wednesday’s June 2nd Lineup Includes:
- Kona Ice of Strongsville
- Manna Truck CLE
- Smooth Rider
- The Food Depot
- Wild Spork