Cleveland restaurants draw celebrity diners in 2025, from Taylor Swift to Superman cast

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cleveland’s culinary scene is getting A-list recognition in 2025, drawing a string of recent celebrity visitors eager to sample the city’s diverse flavors. From pop icons and star athletes to world-renowned chefs and filmmakers, Northeast Ohio’s restaurants have become the backdrop for headline-making meals. Let’s look back at some of the most notable celebrity dining moments around Cleveland this year.

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce at JoJo’s Bar

Taylor Swift made her Cleveland fans’ wishes came true this summer when she and Travis Kelce finally made a hometown stop at JoJo’s Bar in Chagrin Falls. The A-list couple dined in a private, sequestered space arranged by culinary director Michael Dei Maggi, who emphasized the restaurant’s commitment to treating every visitor like a VIP. Originally eyeing 17 River Grille, they chose JoJo’s for its privacy features, allowing them to enjoy the magic of Chagrin Falls undisturbed.

Gordon Ramsay’s Cleveland food tour

World-famous chef Gordon Ramsay embarked on a whirlwind tour of Cleveland favorites this summer, making memorable stops at Cordelia on East 4th Street and Fahrenheit in Public Square. At Cordelia, chef Vinnie Cimino and his crew served him locally foraged cherries and strawberries, while at Fahrenheit, Ramsay enjoyed a spread ranging from sushi to schnitzel. Ramsay was also spotted filming next door to Lyla’s Restaurant in Cuyahoga Falls, possibly for his undercover series, “Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service”.

James Gunn & ‘Superman’ cast frequent Marble Room, Mabel’s and more

During their six-week Cleveland shoot, director James Gunn and the “Superman” cast and crew fully embraced the city’s food scene. Gunn and “Superman” star David Corenswet favored the opulent Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar. The cast also flocked to Michael Symon’s Mabel’s BBQ for signature Cleveland-style barbecue, recharged at Lionheart Coffee and tackled legendary corned beef sandwiches at Slyman’s, which gleefully welcomed the stars with humor and hospitality.

Michael Symon returns home to Cordelia and Cent’s Pizza

Beloved chef Michael Symon made a hometown visit in March, celebrating both Cleveland’s dining culture and his wife’s birthday. He revisited Cordelia, which occupies the former space of his Lola restaurant, posting praise for the creativity of chef Cimino and his team. Symon also gathered at Cent’s Pizza on Lorain Avenue, enjoying Wonder Bread, Stracciatella, and Canchovy appetizers for a family celebration.