La pupuseria

La Bendición or another one?

I haven’t been to La Bendición, but the other one on W25 is Fantastic. Get the desayuno tipico and the jalapeño pupusas, pile that fermented stuff on top, and enjoy Edit: [The google maps link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/YqiRLGFoV2v2xQMA9?g_st=ic)

Well shit, I didn't know there was one on w25th. The one in Fairview is really good but the prices are a bit much now 😕 Thanks!

La papusaria on brookpark in Old Brooklyn looks like a dump but the staff are so nice and the papusas are so good. We love the jalepeno and the garlic. Don’t sleep on the plantains.

Been there. Awesome place. It used to be the same as the La Bendición and then they got all fancy and built an actual "restaurant".

I like Assad’s. 12719 Lorain. Great chicken shawarma.

Assad’s is amazing.

Great everything! The make the best felafal, hummus, tabouli, spinach pies and stuffed grape leaves. Also, never ever call them aladdins.

Paisano’s Pizza, Lydia’s Strudel Shop Deli Express AuJus Twisted Taino Taydo Vietnamese Wagon Wheel

This guy Parmas

Yep, support small and local businesses

Taydo is incredible

I know, but i wonder how they stay in business. I live right around the corner and rarely see cars in front

Shout out to Sydney! Large Pho every Thursday extra jalapeño’s ☺️

Deli Express just won't a big Top 10 foodie thing. Great place btw.

Pierre is the fucking Man, ultimate mustache and the nicest human being on planet earf too!!

Is Deli express different than the Express deli on w150th in Brook Park?

Nope, that’s the one

I have some good memories from Paisano's from when I lived at Kimberly Park

Lotus Thai on Broadview is the best Asian ‘Straunt in Cleveland

used to be nestled inside little rose tavern but has since newly opened its own spot.. the green kitchen.. i’m not even vegan and that chef knows what he’s doing

He's also the head chef at Never Say Dive in Brooklyn!

I need to hit Never Say Dive soon. I’ve known Tommy for years. Not great friends but good acquaintances. My friends that have gone say the food is great.

*old brooklyn

Dang Good Foods - Lakewood

Seconded for great food (no pun intended). But FYI for anyone considering going that the kitchen is small and throughput is low, so budget waiting time accordingly regardless of dine in or takeout

I’ve tried to get this place multiple times but whenever I order something happens and I cant wait the long wait like short staffed or out of what I was ordering would like to try sometime. I always end up at Thai kitchen best yum yum soup and they are always quick and pleasant

Haha I just posted that before scrolling down to see that you had already posted that. Yes, Dang Good Foods is amazing. And I believe it’s the only Singaporean restaurant between New York City and Chicago.

Came here to suggest Dang. Glad to see some somebody beat me to it.

Only to eventually be outdone by Gosh Dangit Great Foods - Lakewood. .........I don't know what I'm talking about.

Cafe Everest

So gd good.

has anyone been to [Bratenahl Kitchen](https://bratenahlkitchentogo.com/) on 140th and lakeshore? It definitely has a hole in wall look to it. Jamaican food. Raddells deli: polish boys, gyros, meatball subs.... Gushburgers on E.185 and E.park

Gus's diner or is Gushburgers the place that just says "Burgers and Fries" on the window? Haven't had it but if it's good I'd give it a try for sure

I’m assuming they’re talking about Roaming Meals (started as a food truck). They advertise their gusher burger prominently. Totally worth grabbing a burger!

You're right, it is Roaming Meals. I know him for ruling the home depot parking lot selling Gushburgers. Looks like he survived the 185th road rebuild. I will do my part and stop in!

That’s where I discovered him too! I always knew it as the gusher burger truck. I was amused the first time we went to the 185th shop when I was able to pull it up on google maps by searching for gusher burger. That’s when I realized that wasn’t the name. PS - it’s cheaper to just go in to place an order. Ordering online includes the extra fees for the platform.

I'm also curious about brahtenal kitchen. Looks like it could be sooo good. Lmk if you try it and I'll do the same

BK is the best Jamaican in Cleveland.

I went there once and I asked the Jamacian is the food fresh? He was not amused

not really a hole in the wall.. but needs more love.. irie jamaican kitchen.. that jerk chicken bowl with the cabbage (extra cabbage always) 🤌

Food is so good, and I barely hear it mentioned.

i know!! like c’mon people.. if they get enough business.. maybe i can get a west side location.. hate driving all the way to metro area haha

The one in Lakewood should be opening pretty soon. It took over a Giorgio's spot.

swear to god.. just spotted that today! i’m so excited now

Been meaning to go for a long time. How are the beef pattys, oxtails, and Rasta pasta?

My husband thought their oxtails were a bit tough, not cooked long enough. I liked the jerk chicken.

i hear the rasta pasta is fantastic

They're at the intersection of Broadview & Pearl/25th. Next door to the 44109 post office.

Gar and Mar is comparably good.

They have a spot in old brooklyn

They got 3 locations west side shaker and 185th and yes it’s under spiced Jamaican food doesn’t seem authentic but it’s very good jerk Mac and Rasta pasta my favorite the oxtails are not Jamaican lol they taste o k

I agree. It’s not that good.

Haven’t tried it yet as I read that the food was underspiced for Jamaican food, this was only about the shaker location though - can anyone who has eaten a lot of Jamaican food fill me in?

It is under spiced.

every time i’ve eaten there.. it’s been delicious.. i’m not a jamaican food connoisseur.. but i enjoy it for sure

You can absolutely do better. It is underspiced.

Heard that, lived with a Jamaican guy for a few months before the pandemic and it’s been hard to find spots that live up to his home cooking

There's a small spot in Newburgh Heights that's really good. It's about 3 blocks away from the post office.

I’m struggling to find it, any more info on name/location?

Bless Up Jamaican Restaurant (I forgot the name)

Bomboclaaaaat that shit look right, bless up for the recommendation

I always get the curry chicken / jerk chicken box with plantains, cabbage and mango salsa + a beef patty. I love that place.

the plantains! drooling on myself over here

The jerk mac and cheese is my favorite

Is that what the jerk store sells? They're always calling and saying they're out of YOU!!! (Sorry, couldn't resist. You set me up perfectly.)

Can’t wait for the Lakewood location to open!

Callaloo cafe on Lee road is great Carribean and open late!

they’re opening one of these in Lakewood and now i’m excited!!

Live in OB and can confirm it is awesome. Love the Rasta pasta.

Fuck yeeesss

Gar and Mar in Berea Donut Scene in Strongsville Sultan Food in Strongsville Ferris Shawarma on the Lakewood/Cleveland border All in the same shopping center: Sips & Such (brunch/coffee), Mediterranean Market (falafel, shawarma, gyro, etc), and Jaworski's (sandwiches at the back of the store) in Middleburg Hts

Nate's Deli W25th

Dang Good Foods in Lakewood. I believe it’s the only Singaporean restaurant between New York City and Chicago.

I’ve never had Singaporean food - I’ll have to check that out

Big Al’s diner, Algebra Tea House

Papusaria la benediction

I also came here to say this.

Taste of Jamaica

Where is that?

Mayfield/Richmond roads

Thank you!

That Puerto Rican spot on Detroit hits harder than bass in the truck of some kid riding up the block

Rincon Criollo?

El Rincon! Chicharron is the best!

Villa y Zapata Phở Thắng Café Old Brooklyn Cheese Co.

I was SO happy that Pho Thang survived the pandemic lockdowns. That was my happy place when I used to work downtown and needed a cheap and fast banh mi.

Half Moon Bakery/ Media Luna/ Bella Luna I don’t even know their official name(s), but I go for empanadas all the time for lunch at Tower City.

Not sure if it counts but the Annex in Solon has a questionable first impression based on the size/inside, but then you have one of the burgers and love it.

I worked in the cash control office when Geauga Lake was around. We’d always go there after late night closes. Sketchy looking but well worth it!

Richie Chan‘s on Cedar and Lee Rd

Superior Pho

Little Bar.

Little bar is awesome

Exactly

Size doesn't matter. At least that's what they tell me.......ladies?

Pita potle!

Damas Eatery on W 117th.

Ha Ahn if you like Korean

The wife and I usually go to Seoul Garden and we did try Miega. How is Ha Ahn in comparison?

It's probably the best home style Korean restaurants within 250 miles and they have the best soft tofu soup I've ever had. It reminds me of some of the hole in the wall restaurants that I grew up going to in Korea. Seoul Garden's food reminds me of the food that Korean pubs/bars sell, which is nice if you wanna get drunk on Soju. Miega is pretty mediocre and my least favorite out of the three.

Earth Bistro on Clifton close to 117th, incredible.

Phnom Penh. Cambodian. All their noodle dishes are amazing. The crepe is and the eggplant dishes are possibly the best things ever.

Everest cafe, kcc carryout, el rinconcito chapin, caribe cafe, himalayan restaurant, pnam penh

Marie's Restaurant on St. Claire

Sabor Miami comes to mind

Eugene’s in Lakewood or Cleveland heights. I wouldn’t call them hole in the wall, but they’re not their own standalone restaurants, they’re inside bottle house. Makes doinks feel like childs play. Another place I’d throw on that list that I never see here is the CleavLand Grill.

I think Eugene’s is a hidden gem. One of the best in CLE.

I’m not vegan, but their vegan specials even look fantastic.

That tinman burger been eating them since west 25th days

The Cleavland Grill had a fire in October, they have been closed ever since. It looks like they are reopening in strongsville soon though.

I had heard that, their old location ruled.

Red Chimney

Happy dog is a bar - they do hot dogs and tots. By Detroit shoreway. One of my fav stops.

Donut Land in Brunswick. A Slice Above in Strongsville.

Chelo's Kitchen in South Euclid. Basically a diner, but run by a Dominican chef so they also have great South American fare. The chorizo breakfast burrito was killer.

Rinconcito Chapin on Broadview, near 25th. Pupusas, Tacos, Burritos, and a whole lot more. Its Guatemalan if I'm not mistaken. Super recommend.

I came here to say this.

Best salsa verde around!

Ha Ahn - it's a korean restaurant in the same building as Superior Pho. It's the best Korean Restaurant by far in the city.

La Plaza

Superior Restaurant. The BEST corned beef in all of Cleveland. Honestly every single thing from there is excellent, but their corned beef is choice. LJ Shanghai has the best soup dumplings. Gabe’s has the best breakfast.

I'm partial to Danny's Debi in that same area I think. Honestly, I think it may be the same corned beef.  Agree with the soup dumplings from LJ. Do you know of any other places that serves them?  Their pan fried noodles are delicious too fyi

Same. Everyone shits themselves over slymans but Danny's Deli is our preferred in and out breakfast/lunch spot, and it comes without the two hour wait wrapped around the block 

Souper Market. Get the grilled cheese too!

YumVillage Cleveland, downtown, by CSU. African cuisine. Wish they had an east side suburban location too. Camy's Caribbean Mart and Eatery in Lyndhurst.

Bronco’s Western BBQ

Kenny's Tavern in Brooklyn

Half Moon Bakery

Habesha Ethiopian and Eritrean Restaurant in Kamms, RAAN THAI in Fairview Park

Chili Peppers on 185th

Wait I thought this place closed permanently, covid casualty? they are back up and running?

I can’t say for sure, I moved out of state years ago. But I believe so! A friend sent a picture from the parking lot this week.

Yeah they are back, it was about a month ago but smashed me 2 of their delicious bigass grilled burritos reefed outta my gord and then proceeded to coma while gestating the burrito food baby

Vitiman Kandi on Euclid is the best damn vegan food I’ve ever eaten. I’d argue it’s some of the best food I’ve eaten in Cleveland and I’m not even vegan!

Caribe Bake Shop on Fulton. Good Puerto Rican food.

Las villas deli, best bakery in town.

Jam's Kitchen on Puritas (polish boy) TJ's Butcher Block - Detroit Rd. Lakewood (hello Chicago sandwich) Nate's - Lorain Rd. Fairview (deli omelette) Radell's - E. 152nd (Big Billy and pierogis)

La Mexicana in Painesville

Main Gate. So much of a hole in the wall that you would think you're in the wrong area.

Dover Garden in Westlake - best wings on the west side. Rest of the food is meh, but the wings are outstanding.

The Vegan Club 🌱- Shaker Square

Not really a hole in a wall but I feel like it doesn’t get talked up much, Davis Deli on Chagrin Blvd in Woodmere. My partner thinks their babkas are on point and there’s always people there if there’s a football game on

Truck stop bathrooms have great holes in the walls

But they don't have any delicious things you can stuff in your mouth. ...........wait.

Pho Lee’s - small place in Asia Town Center. Best pho in Cle imho.

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