9 of the Tastiest Restaurants Near Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH
Going to a baseball game is always a fun day out. What’s not so fun is how expensive the food can be in the stadium for what usually isn’t the best flavor or quality. Don’t get us wrong–there’s always a place for a giant hot dog and a beer at a ball game. It’s practically an American tradition! But if you’re looking for amazing flavor, quality ingredients, and an all-around better dining experience before or after the game, here are nine of the tastiest restaurants you can find near Progressive Field.
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on June 12, 2023 and last updated on October 12, 2023. Please refer to restaurant websites and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
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Barrio Gateway
503 Prospect Avenue East, Cleveland, OH 44114
(216) 862-4652
Barrio has consistently been voted one of the top ten best taco stands in the United States since it first started serving happy customers in 2012. Lucky for you, they have a restaurant that’s just a short walk away from Progressive Field. At Barrio, you can fill up on delicious customizable tacos. Add as many or as few ingredients as you want to make the taco you truly desire. If you don’t want the hassle of making your own, you can always check out El Jefe’s famoso taco suggestions. Barrio also has a vast selection of tequila, whiskey, and beer that will prepare you for the game or help you celebrate a win afterward. And nothing says gameday like chips, salsa, and queso (check out whatever is their special queso of the week).
Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland
811 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44115
(440) 484-4045
With a German-designed brewing system that delivers fresh beer directly from the tanks into your glass, Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland is the perfect pregame location to prepare you for baseball. 30+ taps mean that no matter what kind of beer you have a taste for, there will be one for you. The menu can be pared down on gamedays to ensure that everyone gets served, but you can enjoy a variety of beer-inspired appetizers and entrees like the Double IPA Smoked Wings or the Brisket Meatballs with IPA Marinara.
Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar
623 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114
(216) 523-7000
Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar is unlike any other restaurant on this list. It’s by far the most upscale, and although it doesn’t necessarily have a dress code, guests are encouraged to dress in upscale casual to dressy attire to blend in with the rest of the crowd. Marble Room is serving up some of the best food you can get in the city. Period. They have everything, from some of the finest sushi and sashimi you’ve ever had to incredible oysters and steaks that are to die for. Add to that an impressive collection of hand-crafted cocktails, and Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar is the perfect place to end your day if you want to be a bit opulent.
Cordelia
2058 East 4th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 230-2355
Whether you want to get dinner before a night game or brunch before a Sunday afternoon first pitch, Cordelia is a must-eat. Named one of the 22 best new restaurants in the United States by Tasting Table when it opened, it serves up delicious Midwestern-inspired dishes that captivate your tastebuds immediately. Cordelia is one of those places where you can’t go wrong with whatever you order. The jammy eggs, fried chicken, and burger box are hard to beat. For a deeper connection to the baseball team, order the Golden Arches Tartare, their take on a Big Mac but made with the famous Stadium Mustard. Make a reservation ahead of time to ensure you’re in and out in time for the first pitch.
Butcher and the Brewer
2043 East 4th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 331-0805
Butcher and the Brewer is a locally owned and operated industrial-chic brewpub serving farmhouse-inspired dishes that draw on local ingredients, flavors, and artisan products. Butcher and the Brewer believe in a communal dining experience that is perfect for a pregame meal. Order a few different dishes like the Wood-Fired Dry Rub Wings, Korean Sticky Fried Chicken, or the Beef Sliders and share them amongst your group so that everyone can get a taste of these delectable flavors. You should also order one of their artfully crafted beers or house-made hard seltzers. It all adds up to make Butcher and the Brewer the perfect place to start your day at the ballpark.
Saigon Restaurant & Bar
2061 East 4th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 344-2020
Another excellent restaurant located on East 4th Street, Saigon Restaurant & Bar brings the treasure trove of textures and exotic flavors that is Vietnamese cuisine. The menu is clearly marked and features many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions. We recommend getting the stirfry with your choice of meat and the spring rolls. The soups, especially the Pho, are perfect if you’re going to a chillier game at the beginning or end of the season. They also have a variety of traditional Vietnamese drinks and desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.
The Centro
2017 East 9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 331-6289
The Centro only recently opened in the historic Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel. With a menu that features a mixture of American and European-inspired cuisine with an upscale vibe, The Centro aims to make your meal a memorable experience. The Centro is unique because it is open all day and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can come early before an afternoon game and order their delightful Eggs Benedict, or if you are coming for lunch or later, your tastebuds can delight in incredible steaks, seafood, and sourdough brick oven Neapolitan pizzas. Top it all off with one of their delicious hand-crafted cocktails, and you’ll be more than satisfied no matter what time of day it is.
Vault
2017 East 9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 331-6300
Also located within the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel complex, Vault provides a very different experience from The Centro. Mostly because it’s located within the century-old vault beneath the Cleveland Trust Rotunda. Vault is more of a cocktail lounge than a standard restaurant, but it still belongs on this list. You can enjoy over 15 expertly crafted cocktails fashioned by Vault’s resident mixologist as well as delicious small plate offerings such as their Porchetta or Lamb Pastrami Paninos. Vault is the premier cocktail experience in Cleveland and makes for a great stop before or after a visit to Progressive Field.
Boney Fingers BBQ
1800 Euclid Avenue #3, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 331-5252
Food doesn’t always have to be opulent and extravagant. Sometimes all you need is some filling homemade food, and that’s exactly what you get here. Simple, delicious, and straightforward, Boney Fingers BBQ brings authentic smokehouse flavors straight to your palette. They smoke all of their meat fresh every day for up to 16 hours, and your tastebuds will be able to tell. You can’t go wrong with their Brisket or Pork Belly Sandwiches, but The CLE is a house specialty. It features chopped beef brisket, grilled peppers, and onions stuffed in a sausage roll and topped with cheddar cheese sauce. Once you finish scarfing all that deliciousness down, you’ll be filled up and ready for the game.
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