Pier W

The best brunch ever. Everything was perfect—the view, the service, the food. I casually mentioned to our server (Cora J... she was fantastic) that my birthday was coming up next week, and she surprised me with a special brownie and a candle. The piano player set the vibe, playing all the best songs. Just an all-around amazing experience.

Very nice experience besides there was really no waiting area. The waiter was friendly and fast. Lobster pasta was delicious, the clam appetizer was pretty good. And my drink was perfect. Definitely will return. We had reservations first so we got to sit in the very front in the middle with a view of the water. Mother’s Day was beautiful I really enjoyed myself

We went to Pier W to celebrate my birthday. The food and service was fantastic. We had lobster bisque and crab cakes to start and the lobster pasta (no peas) and bouillabaisse for our entrees. Everything was so good.

My wife and I went here for our anniversary. Phenomenal experience. Great views of the CLE. Great service from start “hostesses” to finish” our waitress was great. Food was delicious and they even gave us a special desert on the house for our anniversary. Been a long time since I’ve been to Pier W but deff will be back a lot sooner next time.

Pier W has a fantastic view of the Cleveland skyline. We started lunch with a filthy vodka martini, which was delicious. My wife had the walleye fish and chips that she loved. Crunchy coating and very mild flavor. I had a bowl of clam chowder. The soup was full of class and very tasty.

Back here again after many years. Still a great location, plus the live piano adds to the relaxed ambience. Food is still great as well, but the bouillabaisse is a bit salty. Portions are good and the chowder's o recommend.

I had an enjoyable experience at Pier W. The food was good—well-prepared and flavorful, though not particularly memorable. What truly stood out were the stunning views of Lake Erie, which added a special touch to the evening. Service was satisfactory, though not exceptional, and the restaurant itself could benefit from a refresh or remodel to match the quality of its location.

Perched right on the shores of Lake Erie, Pier W in Lakewood, OH, delivers an unforgettable dining experience from start to finish. Pulling into their ample, hassle-free parking lot, you’re immediately struck by how immaculate the grounds and interior remain—spotlessly clean yet warmly inviting. Seated at a window table, we were treated to a breathtaking panorama of water glistening under the afternoon sun. The professional yet genuinely friendly staff welcomed us with smiles and expert recommendations. To begin, I savored the lobster bisque: rich, velvety, and brimming with generous chunks of sweet lobster meat, it set an exceptionally high bar for what followed. For my entrée, the slow‑cooked short ribs arrived perfectly tender, falling off the bone with every forkful. The meat was bathed in a savory jus and paired beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables that still retained a satisfying bite. Each flavor component was thoughtfully balanced, showcasing the kitchen’s meticulous attention to detail. Adding to the enchanting atmosphere was a live piano performance, its gentle melodies weaving through conversation and enhancing the restaurant’s elegant yet relaxed vibe. Pier W excels not only in culinary craftsmanship but in creating a holistic ambiance—beautiful views, top‑notch service, and stellar entertainment. An absolute must‑visit for anyone seeking a first‑class lakeside meal.

We arrived sat night for a birthday celebration with a party of 6 for 7 pm reservation, and low & behold we made a mistake in the date & it was booked for sunday night:( The staff, was so nice, especially Joe, was so kind enough to squeeze us in a table with primo seating! The food was amazing, my twin daughters had the oysters, they said they were out of this world! They split the lobster pasta, which was amazing! Hubby & I split the halibut special so tasty! Other guest were so pleased as well! Highly recommend this place! Top notch service & food excellent! Thank you for making my daughter's birthday dinner so memorable!

This is probably the best thing to experience in Cleveland! We had drinks on the patio of this epic restaurant and patio and the tower is gorgeous inside and out! There is an amazing view of downtown Cleveland and all I can say is wow. People were enjoying cigars and relaxing on the patio and they had music and bartenders making drinks - it was like a resort kinda felt like I was back in Mexico at a beach resort. The food is amazing and staff are amazing and knowledgeable. This is top 3 for sure! Best places to visit in Cleveland!

We just went to the Sunday Brunch Buffet at Pier W. All reviews stated we were in for a wonderful time. The word brunch breaks into Breakfast and Lunch. I found bacon, sausage links, blitzes, pre-made eggs benedict, some fruit & pastries. The rest of their offerings were salads, random choices of poorly prepared beef, and some seafood dishes. The beef carving station had medium-cooked beef. The desserts were delicious. All in all, we were extremely disappointed. Our Server was great. The live piano was terrific. The food was extremely disappointing.

My boyfriend and I celebrated out anniversary dinner and came during Restaurant week! I ordered the mussel for the appetizer, crab stuffed shrimp as my main and the peanut butter torte for my dessert! The amount of mussels you get was pretty good, and the bread was nice to have to soak up the sauce! I wish the sauce was a bit more flavorful, more garlicky, but overall it was good. The crab stuffed shrimp was good. The shrimp was snappy, the crab was good and it was over mashed potatoes and some green beans. The peanut butter torte was my favorite! It was super rich, had a nice peanut butter and chocolate taste and a surprise with some coconut! The crust part seemed (to me) made of oatmeal but my boyfriend thought otherwise haha. Overall service was amazing, we were seated right along the glass window and got a really pretty view!

This place is highly recommended for its view and brunch. We decided to check out the brunch yesterday. There is ample parking upfront so that's great. We were seated immediately (pro tip don't make a 2pm reservation if you are coming in for the brunch--get an earlier one). We were seated at the end table near the entrance but still have a semi decent view of the lake. The food items are predominately seafood. I really enjoyed the salmon in dill sauce. The salads although plentiful are not all that flavorful (pasta salad was bland). The buckeye dessert was my favorite.

We dined here July 3rd and were lucky to get in due to a cancellation. Celebrating our wedding anniversary and got the best view in the entire restaurant! The wine was amazing and came recommended from the GM/Sommelier off the reserve list as we were looking for something more up scale to celebrate. The black sticky rice and scallops with the grilled leeks were absolutely delicious. Cooked to perfection and minimally/simply seasoned but truly wonderful. My husband loved his steak and substituted the garlic mashed potatoes because those are his favorite. We loved the chocolate peanut butter cake which was truly decadent and perfect to end our meal. Definitely would go back for the views, the service (emery and bill were amazing!) and another meal. Thank you for having us!!

Delightful view of the Lake and downtown. Good selection and delightful food. Good drink selection...you don't find Tokay wine or 40 year old port many places. Really super staff. Good place to enjoy your food and the people you are with. Parking can be tight though.

Decided to make a last minute reservation on a Saturday evening at 8:30pm, and had no problem finding a table! We were seated promptly and had a very attentive and friendly server who explained both the drink and dinner menus exceptionally well! I ordered the braised short rib pierogis for an appetizer and they were divine! I also ordered halibut dinner special, and my partner ordered the lobster pasta. Both arrived quickly, were hot, and full of some amazing flavors I never imagined would pair so well together! Overall, we had a romantic evening & will certainly be back. For a quick perspective: 2 cocktails, an appetizer and 2 entrees came to $152. Certainly on the pricy side, but well worth it! Valet was also available for $4, we didn't use it but will share its nice to have as an option!

It's been a couple years since we have enjoyed THE PIER W, but Man oh man, are we glad and happy to be back! Whatever you do, sit in the section of beautiful "Q", for Quianna. She is honest, fun, energetic and... wait for it... Genuine. Genuine. All day long. She knows the menu, appreciates your interest in her opinion and aims to please, which she does with 5 stars! The food is still outstanding and for the price, exemplary! We both enjoyed the huge Ceasar salad, bountiful Clam Chowder served hot and shrimp and green bean tempura! What's not to love ? Make this your next best place for seafood and cocktails !

It was our first time for dinner at pier w. We did have a gift card which enticed us to go. The service was ok and the food was honestly mid. My lobster tail was def sitting in a warmer in the kitchen as it was tough and lacked any flavor when it arrived. My filet was fine (nothing special) and my husband's dinner he said was ok. My husband found a bone in his fish. Which was explained as "we get 98 percent of the bones". They did give us an anniversary dessert which was red cake however it that was so dense we each took one bite and pushed it aside. Felt like it was not that fresh pretty stale. All in all we went with a gift card which knocked money off our bill but tbh we won't be back anytime soon.

Go here for the view but plan to enjoy the seafood (we especially liked their shrimp cocktail and clam chowder) and a cocktail or two. This place has been in business a for over 40 years. My husband used to come here as a kid, and we just went back, and it did not disappoint!

How have I lived here my whole life without treating myself to dinner at Pier W??? Fabulous views of downtown Cleveland and Lake Erie, plus scrumptious food. We were fortunate to have Cora as our server. If there was ever a person who could make a living as a storyteller, it's her. She was so enthusiastic about the drinks, food choices - it was a delight just to be in her presence. The short ribs were delicious and so tender, no knife required.

The first time we enjoyed Pier W was a lunch visit. Last night we went for a graduation dinner. This is a great restaurant in every way! Leo assisted us in being seated at a beautiful view table. Our server was Q and she gave us superb service. The extensive menu offers so many great choices. Our party of six ordered six different entrees and each was wonderful. Dessert was excellent. This is a beautiful experience, but be sure to make reservations!

We reserved a table to celebrate Mother's Day. We got seated in one of the best spots - corner right next to the window overlooking the lake. Wonderful view and great service. Even though it was a Monday night, every table was full. We started off with drinks. We received our complimentary bread rolls and butter. The rolls were warm. We then had the beef short rib pierogies. These were stuffed with meat and no potatoes. The Ouster Rocketfeller was good. Can never go wrong with melty gooey cheese. This went really well with the bread rolls. Pier W's Famous Bouillabaisse. This is a good tomato and seafood soup with bread. It came in a large bowl with a lid. This was well balanced so that it wasn't too heavy of an entree. Pacific rockfish Marcella. This was also well balanced so that it wasn't too heavy either. This dish did taste a little salty, but that might be that I prefer less salt (though nothing else was too salty). Special - King Salmon with pest risotto. Their menu changes periodically. All the food and drinks were good, but nothing stood out. What sets this apart (aka what you're paying for) is the view and service.

We had a wonderful dinner at Pier W, on July 1, 2025. Chole was our waitress, and she made our 49th wedding anniversary very special. The view was spectacular and the food fantastic. It was overall a delightful evening. Mary Kay

I dine at Pier W once in every couple of years and it's always a really good experience. The only downside I would say is the interior needs a renovation. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. Timing and food preparation is always top notch. Pier W has some of the best seafood in the city and you won't go away disappointed. Try out their Short Rib pierogies and lobster bisque as they are some of the best appetizers you may ever taste.

Beautiful location w great view of the water in better weather. Server took care of our big group with ease. Small but decent cocktail menu. My drink was very sweet and unsure if it was alcoholic at all really but it's fine. The rare steak Diane I had was cooked to my liking and flavorful. The potatoes were perfectly roasted and some had a nice crispy char which I love. Bread service was the usual crusty rolls with regular butter. The lobster bisque was phenomenal! Super savory and super thick and smooth. Nice creamy highly flavorful soup with a little chunk of lobster on top along with a crostini. Live piano music was playing.

Great date night for a special occasion. My boyfriend and I booked a reservation here for his birthday. We had to wait a little bit past our reservation time (10 minutes) to be seated, but we think it was so that we could be seated along the window, so we didn't mind waiting. The view was gorgeous and overlooks the city in the distance. We ordered the oysters, a steak, and the grouper (which was on special). Everything was delicious.

My husband took me here the day I accepted his proposal. It's a beautiful place on the water with a terrific view. My husband got the special of the day which was halibut with tomatoes and tortellini on top of Alfredo, I got Pier W bouillabaisse. The food is fresh and delicious. I do recommend

Lovely dinner! Came on a Wednesday and it was very busy, but luckily we had a reservation. Pianist playing the entire time. Beautiful view of the lake and downtown. Fantastic wine list. Lots of N/A options including zero proof liquors that can be used to make cocktails and N/A wines. To start they bring out complimentary bread. We ordered the short rib pierogies which had lots of filling and the calamari that was so light and delicious. My entree was the Bouillabaisse and it was very flavorful. Perfect place for date night or special occasions

Pier W is an elevated restaurant that focuses on service perfection, quality of food, and a smooth, enjoyable experience. Joseph, among other workers, tailored to each of our needs as we spent a night celebrating a birthday for twins. The view captures both the water and the city which display how beautiful Ohio and Cleveland are. Pier W is an upscale restaurant dedicated to serving a phenomenal meal with determined workers who provide a spectacular night. Dessert is also a must!

We were seated at a table with a beautiful view of the lake and the city skyline - so nice! We had the filet and fluke (flounder) and everything was delicious. I think our server's name was Melanie and she was very friendly and knowledgeable. We love this place for special occasions or just their happy hour! Such a wonderful place!

The most remarkable view in the city. The king crab is the best that I've ever had. The service is top tier.

Second time I've come here and the second time something has happened where they discontinued seating. We waited 45 minutes after our reservation time to be told they were no longer seating customers. The first time we came, they lost water and had to close. Now they lost power. Inconsistent business

A solid Cleveland classic! Great views and tasty food make this spot a timeless dinner destination. We enjoyed the lobster tails and short rib entrees.

Overall food was pretty good. We got the salmon and the lobster pasta, along with the shrimp cocktail and calamari. The appetizers were good, shrimp tasted fresh, the breading kept falling off the calamari though. The salmon had quite a few super salty bites but the lobster pasta was delicious, super buttery. Dessert was delicious, preferred the butter cake over the banana cheesecake. Severs were very attentive and kind. Despite the constant "pardon my reach" while refilling waters, etc. the consistent "reaching" did get a tad annoying.. The views are quite nice, the restaurant sits off like a little cliff that overlooks the lake.

You are likely going to Pier W for the view of the city and lake which is nice provided you get the right table. This place has a good reputation and good is how I would describe the food but certainly isn't one of the high end restaurants in Cleveland. The service was personable but not at the level of the price point. The restaurant itself feels dated and feels like you are walking into a cruise ship restaurant. I recommend trying Pier W but temper your expectations.

The food here was very delicious. I really enjoyed the lobster bisque and the braised short rib. The service was also fabulous. Our waiter wanted to make sure we had a great experience. Also, very pretty place that overlooks the water - great ambiance with a live piano player.

Fantastic location. Just next to the lake. Nice seating and overall ambiance. Food is good; slightly pricey for what you get. Sadly the service is not up to the aspired level. Staff not well informed about what is on the plate. Subsequent courses are not timed leading to overlaps or reheating dishes. Despite initial confirmation modern means of paying like mobile phone payments are not supported.

Yes please!!!!! Service, excellent. Restaurant, gorgeous. Get pictures after from the pier. And then the best part, the food!!! If you're willing to open up the wallet, it is definitely a great dinner!!!

Dinner was great. View was phenomenal. We had a server (R) who wouldn't stop hard selling food, drinks and desserts despite our repeated verbal declines. It made us uncomfortable and the experience awkward. Pier W, do not hard sell your patrons over and over again.

Love love love the lobster bisque. Amazing wine list! I always get the cedar plank salmon (I've been here maybe 3 times). Got a gf chocolate dessert to go once - so good!!! :) My husband got a smoked rice ahi tuna dish the first time he went here -- do NOT recommend; the smoky flavor in the rice was not good at all; it was way too much and fake tasting. If you don't order this, everything else on the menu is fair game :)

My fiance and I went to Pier W to celebrate our anniversary and it was the best experience, the view was great, our waitress was exceptional, she provided recommendations and was super personable and fun! They provided complimentary champagne and an appetizer as well as a very cute anniversary dessert. The food was delicious!! We had the pierogi, Caesar salad and the Delmonico steak with whipped potatoes.

Oh my gracious!!! We have eaten here several times when we visit Cleveland. This is the first time we have gotten turned away for not having a reservation, BUT we were asked to please sit in the bar area and have a drink and dinner. I think we may have actually preferred sitting in the bar. Our waiter was so sweet and helpful. I will say the side dishes leave quite a bit to desire. They were not good at all. My husband got the Walleye and it was delicious but the side dishes were awful. They would be better served by simply serving traditional "chips" with it. I however had the lobster bisque and the crab cakes which were both appetizers and I was so impressed. I always get the bisque when I go here. It is honestly the best I have ever eaten. This is always a must stop for us in Cleveland and sitting in the bar area is a fun experience. Lots of lights and things going on.

Enjoyed restaurant week at Pier W. The crab stuffed shrimp and mash potatoes were delicious and the desserts were amazing. The service was swift and helpful and ambiance is unmatched with views of lake erie.

Chloe was our server and she was absolutely amazing! Very kind and attentive. We ordered the oysters which were very good and I had the crab cakes. I Wasn't expecting the sweetness to the crab cakes but it was better with lemon. Everyone else had a filet and the wild fish/lobster tail. We have no complaints at all. This place was great.

I've to Pier W numerous times and have never been disappointed. The service is excellent and at my last visit I had the 7 oz filet and it was perfect. When it's light enough outside to see the lake it's wonderful! Visit Pier W for steak or seafood and you'll be happy you did.

Had a private room for our family. Service was outstanding. The food was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their meals.

Love this place. Definitely a staple restaurant. Great for happy hour, date night, or friends night out. Oysters always fire, good drink selection and all around good menu. Not to mention, right on our beautiful Lake Erie! Whats not to love?!

Probably one of the best restaurants in Cleveland! Food, service and ambiance is 10/10 you can't find a better view in the city and in the summer the patio is open! Best

The service was pretty good and the pork chop was one of the best I've had but i was really disappointed with the short rib. Just not really what I was looking for and absolutely would not pay that price for it

Best view of Lake Erie & Cleveland skyline! The food is Michelin worthy! Piano music & strong wait staff (especially Terry - get her to sing for you) all pull together to provide an amazing date nite!!!

Service was amazing ! Or waiter was knowledgeable and polite ! He offered wine pairings for our meal and seemed to know the menu well. The menu changes every 6 months or so. So if you are looking for a favorite from a year ago it may not be there. Let's get the ambiance! It was low lighting and lake views. Very romantic . We made a reservation for 4 about two weeks before dining. If you have a large party I recommend calling for accommodations. This place is one typically you should do a reservation especially on the weekend. They had live piano since it was a Saturday night! The best item was the super fresh raw oysters . They were delicious I loved the walleye which had a salty finish. We also had beef pierogis as an appetizer . The dough was slightly chewy and dry. Not as good as we remember them. We had two cocktails they were good. I had Moscow mule it was regular. My husband had a Smoky mezcal which was very good. It had hints of sweet, and smoke. For entrees I had the shrimp and diver scallop scampi dish. This dish was amazing . The shrimp were huge. The dish was light and not heavy which sometimes anything with Alfredo can be. I loved that it had spoonful of tomato based garlic on top of the Alfredo that brought a brightness and acid to the dish. My friend loved the ahi tuna which is flown from Hawaii every other day. The seafood fares are sustainable and oh so fresh! The salmon dish was something that you can make at home. It was good but not memorable. If you are leaning towards that please pick something more adventurous that you wouldn't be able to cook at home. Overall very fun dining experience. One of our favorites places in terms of ambiance , food selection and friendliness of staff. Lastly, I almost forgot ! The desert! Omgggg get the creme brûlée the crunch on that top layer is to die for !!! Butter cake was good and red velvet birthday brownie moist. When they say $$$ they mean it. Our bill was about $200 before tip. 4 stars due to the dry pierogis and way they took away single order oysters

I would choose brunch here over dinner anytime. Our dinner experience just didn't live up to the great variety brunch offers. Seems silly to enjoy mass produced food more than the entrees we ordered at dinner but that's my opinion.

Pier W is always amazing for a celebration and the staff is always top notch BUT the standout here is Joseph the host. He was so accommodating to our larger party. What an asset to Pier W!

We traveled to the area and had a family dinner. The ambiance is phenomenal. Gorgeous view of the Cleveland skyline, jet skiers, and boaters enjoying a beautiful day on the lake. It may be time to think about replacing the carpet as it is starting to show wear. Thw decor is slightly dated, but again, the view is the focal point. There is a live piano player, and the music is pleasant and relaxing. The pacing was initially pretty good. Our server had hickies/passion marks on her neck. A little concealer would have done the trick, but I guess not. Most of the workers were friendly. The pace slowed down significantly as the meal progressed. Our appetizers were delivered promptly, and everyone enjoyed them. I ordered the Cheebooktook oysters. They came with cocktail sauce, hot sauce, and a mango/cucumber salsa (they call it mignonette). The oysters were extremely fresh! They were tender and tasty with or without dressing. Our entrees took a little longer than we anticipated to arrive, but the restaurant was filling up, so that is to be expected. The presentation was gorgeous. I ordered the jumbo sea scallops. It came with black rice and mini squash. I got four very lightly seasoned scallops. They had a strange texture, rubbery, but not tough. I've never had scallops with such a texture, especially not at this price point. I LOVE black rice, but this was inedible. It was cold, grainy, and undercooked. The vegetables were tender-crisp and lightly seasoned as well. I liked the vegetables the best out of everything on my plate. My husband ordered the ribeye. Don't do that. It was a thin-cut steak, a little tough, and seemed fresh out of the Flavor-Vac™. Everyone else ordered the walleye. They also said their food was virtually flavorless. One even said he's had better meals at Red Lobster, and I agree. The cheesecake seems like store-bought, frozen, factory-processed, and decorated by the restaurant. The candied bananas were a nice touch. The butter cake was heavenly! Order this if you have time to wait, and wait, and wait for your dessert. I would go back for the view and appetizers. I'm not sure if the problem is the quality of ingredients or the chef's skill-level. I'm not usually one to be concerned about price when it comes to fine dining; however, I don't think the value of this meal is in line with the price. We paid for the view.

love going to this place. fish is so fresh and the prices are very fair. they also have an amazing brunch with tons of options. must visit

Amazing food and service! Their menu online doesn't highlight how good their vegan options are, but this was truly a fine dining experience. They do a vegan version of their salmon using tofu wrapped in nori. It was amazing! And my husband's walleye was delicious as well. Would highly recommend for a special occasion.

Either my taste has changed or this restaurant has changed. Came here for my birthday with my husband, and it was perfectly fine, but I think it's definitely overpriced, and the food, while it is good quality, is nothing to write home about. We came early to get drinks, and my cocktail was strong and tasty! Definitely worth the price tag with the amount of alcohol on that thing. For food, they brought out complementary bread and butter, we had the lobster bisque, and we split the bouillabaisse, the scallos, and we each got a lobster tail. The bisque was solid (husband thought it was a little thin), the bouillabaisse was good although could contain more seafood, and scallops were perfectly fine but only had 4 scallops and just a few pieces of veggie. Lobster tails were tasty, but at $35 each, we expected more meat. Like I said, the food was good, just not too inspired and not a great value for the price. I read over my old review and I'm fairly certain the menu here has changed- definitely no signs of "chocolate bread"! I will say our server was wonderful. She was attentive, paced out our meal perfectly, and she brought us out a free dessert for my birthday. Overall, I don't know if I'd come back for dinner. Maybe I'd be interested in trying the brunch? Otherwise I think you can have a more exciting meal elsewhere.