The South Side is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

1. The South Side

8.8
2207 W 11th St (at Fairview Ave), Cleveland, OH
Southern Food Restaurant · Tremont · 82 tips and reviews

Kris P.Kris P: Calamari with sriracha, spicy dirty martini with sriracha ... yep need some more sriracha :)

CraigCraig: Chicken and Waffles, delicious! Calamari, delicious, Salmon, delicious, Meatloaf, delicious. Sangria a little too sweet.

ben w.ben wellick baldwin: calamari is some of the best around, only taphouse's tops it, the grouper sandwich is one of the best fish sandwiches you'll get anywhere

Blue Point Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

2. Blue Point Grille

8.9
700 W Saint Clair Ave (at W 6th St), Cleveland, OH
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Cleveland · 45 tips and reviews

Sherri D.Sherri Dembowski: Excellent. Shared calamari + Titanic salad. Had the "simply prepared" walleye - warning, missed at the bottom it says comes with sides. Ordered sides - had way too much. But lobster mashed was yummy.

Eddy M.Eddy Moufarrej: Calamari and the surf And turf!

Uskale V.Uskale Varol: Calamary was perfect and recommend highly the seared salmon

Luca Italian Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

3. Luca Italian Cuisine

7.9
2100 Superior Via, Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · Ohio City · 11 tips and reviews

Debra R.Debra Rafferty: Happy hour: calamari, mussels, salmon carpaccio

Heather L.Heather Light: Luca is seriously the best. Amazing view, and amazing food. Try the calamari, treat yourself to the Lobster Risotto, for desert get both the tirimisu and gelato. You can go to the gym in the morning.

Benjamin S.Benjamin Szweda: The calamari is not fried. It's served in a broth and was cooked perfectly. I recommend it for an app.

La Dolce Vita is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

4. La Dolce Vita

7.7
12112 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · University Circle · 16 tips and reviews

Ron L.Ron Landrus: Sauté calamari is amazing. The broth is the best ever. Could be a meal on it's own.

Carla B.Carla Bucci: Grouper was fantastic! Perfect portion for dinner. Eggplant and Calamari are nice appetizer options. If you are a Chardonnay fan- highly recommend the 2014 Popcorn. W

Karla C.Karla Caillouet: Everything we had was great. We ordered the mixed green salad, lentil soup, and flat bread with spinach and veal sausage. The wine was delicious (Italian reds). We would definitely come here again!

Lago Cucina Enoteca and Birreria is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

5. Lago Cucina Enoteca and Birreria

8.7
1091 W 10th St (btwn Main Ave & Front Ave), Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Cleveland · 13 tips and reviews

Missy S.Missy Shaw: Get the calamari, it's quite tasty!

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: Excellent place with stand-out Italian. Great portions for the price. Recommendations: lasagna and the meatballs.

Jessica J.Jessica Jakimowicz: This place is the bomb !!! Can't go wrong with anything here !!!

Don's Lighthouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

6. Don's Lighthouse

8.9
8905 Lake Ave (at Clifton Blvd.), Cleveland, OH
Seafood Restaurant · Edgewater · 17 tips and reviews

Mumma1945Mumma1945: Their calamari is light, tender, and perfectly crisp, wearing a crown of slivered almonds, chopped green onions and garlic atop. The lemony curry mayo on the side was a perfect match.

Amid Y.Amid Yousef: If they have a SOUP order it...

Carmella R.Carmella Rego: Mussels are one of the best around. Great happy hour!

Bruno's Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

7. Bruno's Ristorante

8.2
2644 W 41st St, Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · Detroit - Shoreway · 19 tips and reviews

Brian C.Brian Cookson: The calamari is awesome. Make sure to get the tiramisu! It is the best in town.

Chris V.Chris Vitale: Amazing food, amazing sauce and really classic decor. I enjoy myself every time I'm here. Lunch, dinner, bar or table. Highly recommend.

Michael M.Michael M: Great Italian food!

Mia Bella Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

8. Mia Bella Restaurant

8.5
12200 Mayfield Rd (at Murray Hill Rd), Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · University Circle · 35 tips and reviews

Unmiserable C.Unmiserable Cleveland: Perfect calamari for summertime.

Raymond P.Raymond Parker: The food is to die for. Fantastic gluten-free selection that tastes superb. Wonderful service too.

Unmiserable C.Unmiserable Cleveland: Try to pasta special. Smoky -cheese filled tortellini with kick. Prosciutto, peas and fresh grape tomatoes fill sauce. Kudos to Madison for the rec! Best of Little Italy winner.

Maxi's is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

9. Maxi's

7.2
12113 Mayfield Rd (at Murray Hill Rd), Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · University Circle · 24 tips and reviews

Al E.Al Ezzo: Order the calamari

Monica J.Monica Juniel Byers: Have the calamari. You'll thank me later.

ElaineElaine: Calamari and the pasta Flavian

Red, The Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

10. Red, The Steakhouse

8.6
417 Prospect Ave E (East 4th St), Cleveland, OH
Steakhouse · Downtown Cleveland · 19 tips and reviews

Renee J.Renee Jordan: Filet .calamari . Cauliflower, gnocchi

Matthew B.Matthew Byrne: On the bone prime rib is epic. Get the fresh corn pudding side dish.

Timothy H.Timothy Humbert: Get the donuts

Cibreo Italian Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

11. Cibreo Italian Kitchen

7.9
1438 Euclid Ave (14th Street), Cleveland, OH
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Cleveland · 19 tips and reviews

Natalie M.Natalie McCann: Went for drinks and apps. Delicious calamari dish and different & delicious bruschetta. Guys next had the meat ball app claiming they r the best in town. Great bartenders.

Valerie D.Valerie Dee: Great renovation of former Bricco space! Delightful menu and ambiance. Valet is validated to $8 with a dinner.

NicoleNicole: Amazing food, beautiful decor & excellent service.

House of Blues is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

12. House of Blues

9.3
308 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Music Venue · Downtown Cleveland · 76 tips and reviews

April D.April Dolovacky: The calamari is delicious!

Rachel W.Rachel Wolfe: Not a bad seat in this place. Awesome, cozy venue!

todd v.todd v: Great place to see live local, and national talent!

Butcher and the Brewer is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

13. Butcher and the Brewer

8.3
2043 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH
New American Restaurant · Downtown Cleveland · 41 tips and reviews

Devan E.Devan Egan: Great beer options and good atmosphere🍻Tried the wings and calamari, but I could have gone without the calamari...I would definitely recommend going and checking it out for yourself!

Alex H.Alex Hawkins: Whipped bone marrow with the bread and slather is amazing

Sam S.Sam S: The wings are amazing. The corn dogs are delicious. I also enjoyed the bone marrow and meat/cheese plate. Our wait time was over two hours. Not worth that long but worth an hour wait at least.

Urban Farmer is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

14. Urban Farmer

8.5
1325 E 6th St (at Saint Clair Ave NE), Cleveland, OH
Steakhouse · Downtown Cleveland · 44 tips and reviews

David D.David DeBord: The charred octopus is to die for.

Joe G.Joe G: Great cocktails, apps, bar menu and decor. You can have a great time without destroying your wallet.

HeidiHeidi: Thoroughly enjoyed BBQ Pork w/Shrimp & Grits. Creamy grits, humongous shrimp, savory pork

Astoria Cafe and Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Octopus in Cleveland.

15. Astoria Cafe and Market

8.8
5417 Detroit Ave (W 55th Pl), Cleveland, OH
Market · Detroit - Shoreway · 4 tips and reviews

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: Wonderful Mediterranean restaurant that was amazing all around. All the food was excellent. The red pepper feta dip was out of this world. Highly recommend this place.

William J.William Johnson: Excellent cheese boards and brunch! Don't forget to stop by the deli where you can sample cheeses before making a purchase.

John Paul S.John Paul Stephens: Saturday AND Sunday brunch! Both with amazing food and service!