I discovered a new hashtag last week, which led me to conclude that if you put the word “eats” after any large city you’ll find photo after photo of delicious looking food.
I also discovered #SeattleEats is amazing and I’ve been missing out. For this post though, all attention goes towards Cleveland and all my delicious eats.
Cleveland Vegan decor.
It should come as no surprise that one of the highlights of my trip to Ohio (second of course to the wonderful company I had) was all my exploration through food.
I was fortunate enough to try a handful of new to me eateries, which is naturally the first thing I’m posting about. Food is life after all.
“Beet” still my heart.
First up to bat is this quinoa, beet, and sunflower seed burger from Cleveland Vegan. It knocked my socks clear into next week. The food was fresh and full of flavor, the staff was friendly and fun, and the decorations were absolutely adorable.
Young love in a sea of plants.
Root vegetables everywhere just like the carrot shown above.
This place was so legit I had to go twice. Once for “real food” and once for “the best food.” Also known as dessert. Also known and my life force.
Also known as triple chocolate cupcakes.
Sigh.
Cleveland Vegan wasn’t the only place with too legit to quit desserts, oohhh no. I made my rounds to a cafe down the way for brunch with a side of sugar.
I’d love to give a hug to the person that coined the term brunch. It’s fantastic, and when I participate in the event known as brunch I feel fancy.
The Root Cafe was fully equipped with bearded men, fair trade coffee, and vegan food that filled my soul with rainbows and kitten whiskers.
Breakfast burrito packed with sweet taters, beans, broccoli, and enchilada sauce.
The inner vibe was equally fantastic.
My lovely brunch date.
Oreo like cookie.
If that Oreo like cookie wasn’t enough to bring me back to Ohio, the vegan mac and cheese from Forage Public House is. I’ll be recreating this masterpiece VERY soon.
I also got a salad. I think that counts as balance.
Last, but most CERTAINLY not least was the vegan cinnamon roll I obtained from Natures Bin – “a non-profit organization whose mission is to help people with disabilities develop skills and confidence leading to sustainable employment.”
There is so much yes about that mission statement.
I needed a moment of silence while eating this roll.
I ate so much more than this while on the other side of the US, but these were the highlights. All of these places had a common theme – sourcing local and organically grown produce for a true farm to table meal. It’s no wonder I loved the food so much.
Still to come are my adventures in Amish Country, my trip to an apple orchard, wandering through sunflowers, riding trolleys downtown, and pretending to be Tarzan in a forest filled with trees. Until next time.
Q: Do you eat the same when you’re on vacation as you do in everyday life? 80% yes, 20% treats.
Blissfulbritt 
65 thoughts on “Cleveland Eats”
aliceruns
Wow these are some serious deliciouspics!
I certainly don’t eat the same on holiday as everyday life; I’d always make my way to try as much as I can of local food, being it treats and sweets as well as all kinds of dishes. Especially if I am at the seaside and local food involves seafood…
Amy @ A Desert Girl
I want all the desserts – especially that triple chocolate cupcake. And those roasted potatoes. Very interested to see your vegan mac & cheese re-creation!
katalysthealth
1. I cant believe you snapped a picture of that young couple. You’re too cute.
2. That little carrot decor is freaking adorable.
3. You need to teach me how to take photos, because holy cheese puffs your food is incredible in these pictures!
Brittany
I was trying to take a photo of the wall, and they just happened to be in the middle of it. HAHA. Made for a fun photo. 😉 I don’t think I’ve wanted wall art more than I wanted that carrot…
loveRUNmusic
Whoa this food made my stomach grumble like crazy. Is it bad if I lick the screen? If I’m ever in Ohio, I’ll check out these eats. Great post and your pictures are fantastic. I need to step up my game. 🙂
Brittany
I won’t tell anyone if you lick the screen, but you have to pretend REAL hard to actually get a flavor. 😉
Jade
I swear I could smell the cinnamon roll when the picture came up on my screen. I definitely eat more treats when I’m on a trip than I do in normal life.
Lucie Elizabeth (@CollectingLight)
No, never! I love checking out new food and resteraunts when I go on vacation. Id also LOVE to visit Seattle. Ive heard the light there is BEAUTIFUL (?!)….my favourite photographer (sue bryce) lives there, and well, so do you, so maybe thats next on my vacation list! Also, your eats are just epic!
Brittany
Seattle is fantastic, and you would love it. IF YOU EVER COME TO WASHINGTON you must let me know. Coffee and scones ALL morning long.
allisonfiorini
You would die over this bakery I have in town. Check out Vegan Treats. They have a web site. I die over their stuff and I’m not even vegan. I actually saw the picture of your cupcake (did you Instagram that? maybe that’s where I saw that) and thought it was a post from Vegan Treats. They also have vegan soft serve ice cream and the flavors change every week. This weeknd is Chocolate and Sugar Cookie. You know I will be there getting a cone of sugar cookie!!
Brittany
I DID post the photo on IG, perhaps you saw it there. I must visit Vegan Treats HOLY YUM!
allisonfiorini
It was where I originally saw it!! I need that cupcake!
wanderwolf
Such great eats! I definitely make it a point to go out on more limbs while eating in a different place. I think it’s important to try to connect with the culture through the food, plus it gives me the fuel to go sight-seeing 🙂
Brittany
Exactly! The food fuels the adventures!
The Zen Kat
Yum! Vacation life allows for #deliciouseats. You should make a #blissfulbritteats hashtag 😉
shellybartz
I must go to Ohio now. Does your brunch date need a CA buddy? Lol jk… But those pics were KILLER! The one of you devouring that “burger” us hysterical . You funny girl😂
Brittany
I clearly have no shame. 😉
kathy at more coffee, less talky
sadly, i don’t indulge while on vacation….but that doesn’t count for drinks because i drink all the dranks. i guess since i don’t workout on vacay, i figure eating right will balance things out!
Brittany
You know what works for you and that’s allllll that matters. I definitely still run when I go on vacation, and I don’t drink so…that leaves me with allll the room for food. Or so I tell myself. 🙂
whostardis
holy yum all that food looks delicious. i cant wait to see your version of that mac and cheese! mmmmm carb coma!
Diane @ Life of Di.
Yum yum yum! I’ll have to mark these places on Yelp so I can try if I ever head up to Cleveland. That cupcake looks delicious!!
As for my vacations- I’d say I eat similar to you. I try to stay as active as possible so I can indulge a little more than normal 😉
Chris
Good looking food for sure. And I loved that mission statement, more businesses should think that way. It’s all about empowerment!
Brittany
I couldn’t agree more!
lanaelov
Dessert is my life force too. 🙂 All these places look so good!!
John Kraft
There used to be a great place in Cleveland Heights called “Earth By April.” that I would visit when I lived there.
fionajarrett
Wow, what a great looking mac and cheese! Unfortunately not very many vegan spots to try out yet in Ireland but you give me hope! All your eats look just scrummy. It’s all about the balance.
Brittany
How about I just come visit you (actually, Ireland is my NUMBER ONE spot to visit right now) and I’ll MAKE YOU all the vegan eats. HA.
fionajarrett
Ha, brilliant. I’m getting hungry now!
Shawna
i had no clue about the city + eats hashtag either! i can’t wait to check out NYC’s eats. that beet burger looks omg delish and i want one.
themauritiangeographer
Oh I tend to have so many treats when I’m on holiday! Someone came back home a few pounds heavier after the summer holidays.
AND THIS MADE ME HUNGRY. I’d give anything to have that cupcake right now.
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy
Everything looks amazing! I am heading to memphis now, so I am going to have the look at the hashtag for memphiseats to see where all the good food is at!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
I just checked out #edmontoneats and it was just ‘meh.’ I did come across #edmontonhumanesociety, though, and now I want a puppy 😯
Brittany
Ah, I failed you. Well…just look at #Clevelandeats when you visit Meghan, and then #Seattleeats when you visit me. 😉
Amy
I SO want to foodexplore (I totally think that should be a verb) with you!! You find the most amazing looking eats! I think I would’ve needed about 3 of those cinnamon rolls… No shame!
GiGi Eats Celebrities
You are my spirit animal. And my twin. And I cannot wait to eat massive amounts of food with you. Pumped you’re not coming til next month though cause HOT DAMN… LA is way too DAMN HOT RIGHT NOW!
Brittany
Whole Foods here we come….I think I’m going to start making a separate savings account just for my few days with you. ALLTHEMONEY to WF!
Ellie
It’s funny because when I am in a different city, I want to try new exotic things, but when I am at home, even though I can get amazing cultural dishes, I stick to simple stuff (and it’s cheap). I am also more willing to try new places if someone is treating me 😉
familyrulesbyplainjane
Mmmmmm to all!
peanutbutterandellie
I LOVE YOU AND YOUR WRITING AND YOUR FOOD. That is all 🙂
Brittany
❤ ❤ 🙂
Lauren | Just a Pinch
Oh my gosh all those DESSERTS! And that mac and cheese….my two favorite food groups! 😉
Josh dV
Good looking food can be tasty and good for you, or at least less bad. I eat pretty much the same all the time home, work or away. Occasionally there is a splurge such as pie or pie but most of the time I eat like I’m getting ready for a long run, because it is true.
Brittany
Run to eat, eat to run. The most beautiful cycle there is.
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets
I love everything about this post from the food to the pictures to your witty words, most importantly. Rainbows and kitten whiskers, here I come.
I’m so glad you made the trek. It was fantastic having you here.
Brittany
I miss you oodles. 😦 Such a fun trip, thank you for everything.
An Unrefined Vegan
I always overindulge when traveling. Why not, I say? When one has limited time in a place, one has to snuff up as much experience there as possible!
Ahh, you make my hometown sound delicious! Cleveland Eats is incredible. I went there with non-vegan friends and completely embarrassed myself by not knowing when to stop ordering. You see (and I know you do), I could order ANYTHING. I hope C-town was looking good while you were there. It gets a bad rap, but there’s a lot to love about it.
Brittany
It was great! I was staying just 15 minutes outside of the downtown area and I adored it!
Nicole Marie Story
I simply cannot believe you visited Cleveland and did not tell me!! That’s just a two-hour drive from me, and G money wants to have a burrito with you and bearded hipster men!! :):) Love this post, and yes I eat the SAME when traveling as I do when at home. Mwah! xo
Brittany
WHAT!!!! Omg I didn’t realize you were so close! I must go back and next time WE ARE HAVING BURRITOS!
Nicole Marie Story
It is a burrito date, vegan girlfriend!!!!!!!!! I spied somewhere on twitter that you were in cleveland, and i almost jumped into the jeep for a roadtrip, but i got sidetracked!! This post reminded me of that sidetracking! Boo
Hoo! We’ll be visiting the west coast soon. So much looking forward to the day of our epic hug. G money will be in the middle:):) xo
Kayse
I’m so glad it was a great trip! It looks like you got some seriously amazing food! That mac and cheese!!!! And that breakfast burrito! Amazing 🙂
BunKaryudo
I like the look of the Root Cafe but it’s still on my second favorite thing on the page after that amazing cinnamon roll.
Brittany
I wish I could eat one everyday….
Allie Zottola
“beet” still my heart.. you crack me up!! Now I need to check out #Seattleeats #Clevelandeats and #Pittsburgheats … thanks a lot 😉
P
Wow…so many amazing vegan options in Cleveland. Must. Go. There. ASAP. 😀
Jess @hellotofit
OH my those eats look fantastic! Food adventures are the best.
50statecanuck
Droooooooling!!
Rach @ This Italian Family
Yum, yum, yum!!
“Beet” still my heart… hahaha! Love!
Also, I so did not know this whole magical CityNameEats thing. Um, awesome. I am about to spend way too much time on that hashtag, haha!
I also look forward to hearing more about you being Tarzan! 😉
Emma @em-poweredwellness
Looks like a fantastic and delicious trip! Just tried the #eats hashtag for my town…didn’t work. But the bay area in general has a ton of great places
Christina Does It All
I love that swing artwork! And all of the food! Can I please eat with you!?
Heather
I don’t even know where to start, so I’m just going to end it here… #swoon
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables
I was born and raised in Columbus but I’ve actually only been to Cleveland a few times (not counting lots of layovers in the airport, haha). But exploring a city through food is my favorite way to do it!
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The Vegan 8
Omg you are killing me with all that FOOD! Those cupcakes, the burrito and that cinnamon roll. Holy moly what I wouldn’t give to have vegan food like that around me!!
stateeats
Looks like you found some great OH eats. I for one am all about indulging on vacation. Salads are what you have when you get home and need to knock off a few lbs -Kat