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Sokolowski's University Inn

1201 University Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113-3642
216-771-9236
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Ranked #11 of 1,458 restaurants in Cleveland
Price range: S$1 - S$25
Cuisines: American, German, Eastern European, Central European
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Dessert
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Senoia, GA
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32 reviews 32 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

You definitely don't want to miss an opportunity to eat at this, Cleveland's oldest family-owned restaurant. Go hungry, because the portions are huge. They have specials every day, but I went with the 5 pierogie plate with two sides. The desserts are homemade, too. This place has lots of character (and characters). Enjoy a beer and listen to the locals.

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Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
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39 reviews 39 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

My wife is Polish, so a stop here was absolutely necessary. She reports that the pierogis are just like the ones her dad used to make. He's from Poland, so that means something. She had a HUGE cabbage roll with some kraut, and I had the stuffed green pepper. Both were delicious. The kraut was properly cooked, and not too... More

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CLeveland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013 via mobile

When you first enter this cafeteria style restaurant the smell of old world cooking hits you. It's just grandma and mom made it. The food is absolutely outstanding!!! The chicken paprikash, Mac and cheese and pierogis are to die for. Every meal that we have eaten has been nothing less than outstanding. From the appetizers of mussels or wings to... More

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Moosomin, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

So now I know the reason people talk about this place--It's really that good, especially if you enjoy homemade cabbage rolls, mac and cheese, sausage, chicken paprikash and pierogies. My one complaint is that I ate too much at once because it was so good. I have to say Sokolowski's might have the best mac and cheese I've ever tried,... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I used to live in the Tremont neighborhood within walking distance of Sokolowski's and can attest that I have never regretted having a meal there. I routinely take visitors to Cleveland to Sokolowski's due to its unique, Cafeteria-style, polish food. The line can get to be pretty long but that is because they are only open for lunch Monday-Friday, and... More

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Richmond Heights, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Yummy cafeteria style. Look at the long line, you will still be eating before you even get to your Plan B idea. Do not order steak, does this look like a steak place? Get the comfort food, do not use your nutrition counter today.

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Cleveland, Ohio
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Try to get there early for lunch (11:30) or wait can be 20 minutes. Cafeteria style, excellent fish fry on Friday, salsbury steak is unbelievable, great pierogi's, be prepared for a nap after lunch.

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Cleveland, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We had dinner on Dyngus Day 2013. The Polka Band was great...and the food.....always FANTASTIC!!! Friendly atmosphere.

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Ohio
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24 reviews 24 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

This is a favorite dining spot for my family and me. Everything on the menu for the night is appealing. I keep changing my mind and I usually make my decision as I am in the cafeteria-style line and I step up to the many offerings. One thing that is not to be missed is the pierogi! The home-style food... More

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Norwalk, Ohio
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39 reviews 39 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We stopped to check the menu soon after the Restaurant opened and there was a very long line - we reviewed the menu and checked out the cafeteria style service - the food looked marvelous - but alas we had reservations for later than evening so we sat at the bar and enjoyed the ambiance and the great service from... More

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