1109 Starkweather Ave
Cleveland, OH

Stepping into Prosperity Social Club feels like stepping back in time, given the owners have kept the chestnut walls, vintage beer memorabilia, and old-fashioned bowling machine from the space’s original 1938 barroom, not to mention an impressive stack of classic board games to pass the time between pints. This Tremont neighborhood institution is known for homemade comfort food done right, with a nod to its Polish/Hungarian roots. Case in point? The dry ricotta farmhouse cheese pierogi. To. Die. For. They’ve got other pierogi options, too. But, don’t pass on the real deal.

1979 W 25th St
Cleveland, OH

Walk into the West Side Market and you’re instantly transported back in time — to a time when immigrants sold the flavors of their home countries at family-owned stalls throughout massive indoor markets. So, perhaps unsurprisingly, the West Side Market is home to some seriously good Polish pierogi at the one and only Pierogi Palace. Run by its second generation of family members, Pierogi Palace isn’t just vending the same old potato pierogi (although they have them if that’s what you want). They generally stuff a pierogi with anything under the sun with flavors like Irish potato, pepperoni pizza and bourbon chicken.

1947 W 25th St
Cleveland, OH

When you need an incredible craft beer, you can’t go wrong at Market Garden Brewery in Ohio City. But this place also happens to have a great menu to boot. For those looking to share, go for the chorizo pierogi made with their signature wheat beer cheese. But, if you’re smart, you’ll hoard your pierogi with the smoked pork and pierogi dinner entrée.

1404 W 29th St
Cleveland, OH

At Jukebox in Hingetown, the rotating playlist is curated just as carefully as its list of craft beers and bar bites. Standing out on that menu is, without question, is their selection of seven different types of pierogi ranging from spicy chicken to sweet potato black bean. It’s good to have options.

5772 Ridge Rd
Parma, OH

Sometimes it’s those little not-so-well-known places that have the best food. Situated in Parma, the Little Polish Diner’s name says it all. Stuffed cabbage, borsch, galumpki and, of course, homemade pierogi, this 22-seat diner offers some of the best in Polish food in The Land.

1261 W 58th St
Cleveland, OH

This little Detroit Shoreway joint has been churning out good music and great food for decades. Many say their big claim to fame is the country-fried asparagus (which, we might add, is incredible). But, we happen to think the pierogi at Parkview Nite Club is worth its weight in gold — solid deep-fried gold that is. Prepped by Chow Chow Kitchen, these potato dumplings are battered and fried crispy with cider cabbage. [Get in my belly!]

1104 Rowley Ave
Cleveland, OH

Located across the street from A Christmas Story House, the Rowley Inn is a laid-back Tremont bar that’s been catering to Cleveland’s working class since 1906. Recently rejuvenated, the Rowley is known for its great beer selection and uniquely Cleveland dishes like its oh-so-amazing buffalo pierogi and the pierogi omelette.

2207 W 11th St
Cleveland, OH

The South Side in Tremont is known for its great beer selection, eclectic menu and a great patio for dining al fresco. But, take a deeper dive into their menu and you’ll find the real gems — pierogi. Trust us when we tell you that you should not miss their deep fried mac and cheese pierogi.

13046 Lorain Ave
Cleveland, OH

Der Braumeister, located on Cleveland’s West Side, has been known for generations for its piled-high, totally authentic German dishes ranging from big, Bavarian pretzels to spätzle mac and cheese. But when it comes to good pierogi, this spot has some of the best. Select from ricotta, potato-cheddar or sauerkraut stuffing for these fried goodies. While you’re there, you might as well tip back a hefty German stein.