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We came to Cleveland to see a band we like and whenever we come to Cleveland we stay in Independence. And whenever weāre in Independence we eat at the Winking Lizard! Very casual atmosphere, sports on the multitude of TVs and itās usually very busy. But, the servers are efficient and friendly and the food is delicious! I didnāt get many pictures this time. Itās the beginning of January so they have a few Mardi Gras specials. My bf got the Cajun Catfish Po Boy that came with fries. My go to is usually wings. I got boneless ones this time with honey garlic sauce. They were excellent! And because I needed to try them, I got a basket of beignets. They didnāt look like the New Orleans beignets Iāve seen on TV but man were they tasty, especially within the dipping syrup. If youāre ever in the area, stop by this place. The menu is huge so thereās something for everyone, the portions are large and the food is delicious! Oh, and donāt forget to check out the lizard when you come in or leave. š
Sandra FlemingSandra Fleming
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We came into Cleveland for a SOKOL gymnastics meet and didn't want to eat the typical Dennys/Bob Evans/Applebee's/etc fair. Google brought up the Winking Lizard. Having small children, we had to to make sure that a place with the name Winking Lizard wasn't a strip club or gentlemen's club. The reviews looked good so we gave it a shot. I have to say, I'm glad we did! The restaurant is huge with both indoor and outdoor seating on a large patio. The food was high quality and an extremely generous portion for the price. The menu is extensive and their drink menu more so. I had the full rack of ribs which were cooked how ribs are meant to be cooked. The service was good and my wife and kids were extremely happy with their meals. I was surprised at the extensive kids menu. To sum it up, give the Winking Lizard a try, you and your family won't be disappointed in their large food selections and reasonable prices.
Marc āArchaeology Dudeā HenshawMarc āArchaeology Dudeā Henshaw
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Interesting layout. Bar wraps around for different views. Lots of seating. Gets pretty loud once people arrive so don't plan on a quiet lunch or dinner. But if you like energy and crowds it's good. The staff are attentive and bartenders were good, didn't have any service issues and they seemed to still hustle around the busier it got. Nice beer selection. Food and beer menu rotates monthly and is themed. My lunch special was grilled cheese and ham with tomato soup. It was meh. The ham was three or so slices of paper thin lunch meat so I wasn't too jazzed about that. The cheese wasn't hardly there to be melty. I've had, eyes roll back into your head, epic grilled cheese and tomato soup for $5 at Thompson House in Indianapolis so it's a super high bar to surpass. This would probably be fine for most people.
Robin SRobin S
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The Winking Lizard is Unique bar/restaurant. They have a really good selection of craft beers and whiskeys. I had there philly cheese steak, which was average. Very under seasoned for my taste. My wife had the french dip, which she said was under seasoned as well. She also asked for a side of horseradish sauce that never showed up. Our waitress was really nice, but seemed inexperienced and or new to the job. The hostess acted very disorganized and was a little gruff for our taste. She started to take our names and then told us to step aside so she could wait on a to go customer. Maybe this was just a bad Sunday evening shift for her, but who knows. I believe I would give the establishment one more try before drawing a furlong conclusion on the restaurant.
Everett CooperEverett Cooper
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Iām from Texas was there for work stumbled upon this by chance ,live the atmosphere and there beer menu was great the food and service were awesome highly recommend I ordered the muffalatta it was so good
Crystal SalazarCrystal Salazar
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Was heading to a ballgame at progressive field and made a pit stop here for the first time for lunch. Definitely was worth the stop and will be back if Iām in the area. Lots of choices on the menu and the server was very helpful answering questions and giving recommendations! Food was very flavorful and good portion size. Also had a great view into the city.
Brad MoyerBrad Moyer
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6111 Quarry Ln, Independence, OH 44131
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(216) 524-2226
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winkinglizard.com
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4.3
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Relaxed neighborhood chain pub with classic American grub, hundreds of beer choices & sports on TVs.
attractions: Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG, Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland Rockside, Rockside Corners Shopping Center, Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland/Independence, Home2 Suites by Hilton Cleveland Independence, Ramada by Wyndham Cleveland Independence, Cleveland Clinic - Independence Family Health Center, restaurants: Winking Lizard Independence, Slyman's Tavern Independence, Delmonico's Steakhouse, L.A. Pete's, Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse, Aladdin's Eatery Rockside, Bonefish Grill, Lobster & Pho, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews, Outback Steakhouse

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