Rowley Inn

"Cleveland sports fans thrive on nostalgia, cherishing memories of past victories and beloved moments. That sentiment comes alive at The Rowley Inn, located in the Tremont neighborhood, adjacent to the famous house from the movie “A Christmas Story.” Owners Jon Oberman and Raphael Rivilla infuse every comforting dish with Cleveland pride, honoring the city’s working-class roots. “The pierogi-and-kielbasa dinner is our specialty,” says Oberman. They stuff the pierogi with potato and cheese and serve them alongside two spicy Hungarian sausages, with peppers, onions, and house slaw. With roots going back to 1906, The Rowley Inn caters to fans seeking comforting, familiar flavors before or after a big game." - Wendy Pramik

"This Cleveland institution opens every day at 7am, and cooks up comfort food for third-shift steel mill workers and tourists visiting the famed A Christmas Story House and Museum across the street. The breakfast bangers include avocado toast, bacon-wrapped tater tots, and an omelet stuffed with pierogi and Hungarian kielbasa. There are great latkes (which also happen to be vegan), and the smokehouse mac with pulled pork and peach-bourbon BBQ might just be the highlight of your week. The dining area is small, and the kitchen is even smaller, so enjoy a movie-themed cocktail at the bar while you wait for a table. " - kate bigam kaput

"This Cleveland institution opens every day at 7am, and cooks up comfort food for third-shift steel mill workers and tourists visiting the famed A Christmas Story House and Museum across the street. The breakfast bangers include avocado toast, bacon-wrapped tater tots, and an omelet stuffed with pierogi and Hungarian kielbasa. There are great latkes (which also happen to be vegan), and the smokehouse mac with pulled pork and peach-bourbon BBQ might just be the highlight of your week. The dining area is small, and the kitchen is even smaller, so enjoy a movie-themed cocktail at the bar while you wait for a table." - Kate Bigam Kaput