West Side Market Café

4.6 ( 1344 reviews )

Checking... 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM See Hours

1979 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113, United States

+1 216-579-6800

West Side Market Café, nestled in the heart of Ohio City at 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland, offers an inviting culinary escape within the vibrant market atmosphere. Renowned for its classic American fare, the café highlights an array of delectable options that impress with both quality and affordability.

Customers rave about the iconic classic burger, praised for its crispy bacon, flavorful patty, and perfectly toasted bun—a perfect post-shopping indulgence. The breakfast and lunch offerings shine, with daily soups that consistently garner high marks for their freshness and taste. One visitor fondly recalls the superb service and cozy ambiance, even amidst the bustling crowd.

Other standout offerings include delightful sandwiches, with several reviews emphasizing the chicken and mushroom varieties as must-tries. Patrons appreciate the generous portions and attention to detail, such as a barista offering seasoning tips to enhance home-cooked meals. The café’s atmosphere, complemented by prompt service and friendly staff, rounds out a comforting experience that leaves guests eager to return.

If you're in Cleveland, a visit to West Side Market Café is a culinary delight that captures the essence of local flavors and community vibes, making it a cornerstone of the West Side Market experience.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers delivery
- On-site services available
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves food
- Serves organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
Planning
- Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Sebastian C.

Jun 27,2025

The classic burger is worthy of its namesake. The bacon was crispy and abundant, the patty was tasty, and the bun was toasted on the edges and soft inside. You can't go wrong with one of these after some shopping at the market. Please note that consuming food or beverages from other vendors while you are seated is not allowed as per the waiters. So adding a Greek pastry on the side wasn't possible.

Cătălin Grozav

Jun 23,2025

Nestled inside the West Sode Market building, in the heart of Ohio City, the Cafe is a great place for breakfast or lunch (or both). They have amazing fresh food for what is quite affordable given the quality. It can get a bit busy, but it has a very cozy feel about it even when it’s full. I recommend you try their daily soups. I’ve never gone wrong with them!

Cary Duke

Apr 30,2025

First time visiting Cleveland. Looking for a brunch spot prior to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame visit. Wow. Just wow. This place and the market next door were amazing. Great Lakes beer, real kielbasa sausage, super fast service. Great food. Very friendly folks. We had short wait. Just allowed us to wander the market to see what was for dessert.

michelle gil

Apr 8,2025

Heard about this Cafe and found it in the corner of the west side market. Ten minute wait, was very busy. They took our phone number to call when table was ready. Lovely experienced waitresses that were quick and responsive to every need. I love the suggestion of Baileys with our coffee. Our plates were well portioned. The Romesary toast was from the west side market. So good. Everything fresh!!

Holly Edwards

Apr 8,2025

Went on a Sunday afternoon. The chicken sandwich was great. They were out of fries but the American fries were quite tasty. The mushroom sandwich was devine. They even took the time to tell my son the seasonings for the potatoes so he could try to make them at home. Great staff!

Marcus Barkley

Apr 2,2025

No frills diner like experience just beyond all the culinary fun that is the Westside Market. Went to for breakfast/brunch before a rainy Browns game, and the atmosphere was great in that salt of the Earth way many top Cleveland places are. The food was good, I had the seasonal Benedict, the prices were fair, the service was great, and the experience overall was very enjoyable. Worth a stop if you're in the area and hungry for a bite that includes a piece of the city.

Alexandra Michalski

Mar 31,2025

Breakfast was absolutely delicious everything was fresh, flavorful, and just what we needed to start the day. But what truly made the experience unforgettable was our waitress. She was full of life and had the kind of vibrant, genuine energy that’s rare to come by these days. Her warmth and enthusiasm lit up the whole place and made the morning feel extra special. The perfect combination of great food and even better service! I wasn’t able to get her name but she had red hair she served us at 8am Monday.

Kelly K (HellCat)

Mar 18,2025

AMAZING!!! Everything we bought was DELICIOUS!! There is reasonably priced parking nearby.