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Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Sans Souci (san-susi), "without worry", is a Mediterranean specialties restaurant with an interior design concept reflecting the southeast region of France known as "Provence". Sans Souci offers a casual & relaxed atmosphere for dining.
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44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(26)
- romantic(22)
- scenic view(13)
- fit for foodies(11)
- notable wine list(9)
- good for groups(8)
Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland Reviews List
Review 1 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Mother's Day brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Mother's Day brunch was fabulous. The food, service and atmosphere was great. We really enjoyed our day."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I order Pan fried COD and it came out overcooked. It was on a bed of tomatoes which were cold instead of breaded warm tomato slices, which would have kept the fish warm.
This is one of our favorite restaurants and we will return, hopefully for a better meal."
This is one of our favorite restaurants and we will return, hopefully for a better meal."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Needs help
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is the second time I've eaten there within a few months. The first time it was busy and I pushed off the medicore food on that. This time there were only 4 or 5 tables busy. My food was over cooked, lacked taste and the whipped potatoes came cold and lumpy. The ambience is good and the service was very good. This restaurante has been around for a long while. If it keeps serving food like I've now had on two occasions, I'm not sure how much longer it will be around with the many great restaurants in the area."
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 4 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent meal and evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent meal and evening with great views of Public Square."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful setting and attentive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful setting and attentive wait service. Had dinner reservations for weeknight, only one other diner in restaurant at the time. Service was quick and she checked on us often, refilling water and asking us whether we needed additional items. The eggplant ravioli with mediterranean vegetables was quite good. The crab cakes were very tasty, mostly lump crab meat and light. We have enjoyed dinners here in the past. Definitely recommend to those who are staying overnight at the Renaissance Cleveland hotel."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 6 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I celebrated our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary with an overnight at the Renaissance Hotel. We ate dinner and breakfast at Sans Souci. We enjoyed both meals and will probably choose eat there again if we are staying at the hotel."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One great Resteraunt having
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One great Resteraunt having both excellent food and atmosphere over looking the city. Service and staff were the best!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The service was great. Sans
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was great. Sans Souci is not the old Sans Souci. The decor is outdated and the food is very underwhelming. My steak looked as well as tasted like a cafeteria Salibsury steak. My boyfriend had a lamb chop that was cooked in a crock pot. Don't get me wrong, I love crock pots, but who wants a lamb chop that was slow cooked? Just because it is tender, does not make it have flavor. Disappointing :-("
Dined on 03/01/2013
2007
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Review 9 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
won't be back
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Beautiful, but the service was extremely poor, and the food was very disappointing. Felt like the offerings for downtown restaurant week were terribly disappointing. Won't be back."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2010
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Review 10 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was wonderful!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was wonderful! It was my first visit to Sans Souci and it was just great. The food was incredible, prepared perfectly and portion sizes were very reasonable. Wonderful wine list, and great service! Couldn't ask for more..."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 11 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Restaurant Week Choice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for Clev Restaurant week. I had surveyed all the restaurant menus & found this one to be most to our liking. The maitre d was very pleasant & seated us promptly. Our waitress was friendly, efficient, and joked with us a couple times - you can tell she knew her audience & that she could get away with it. The food was outstanding - I had pirogi, braised lamb, and pumpkin bread with ice cream for dessert. It was all prepared well with generous portions. We didn't order from the regular menu, but I thought the prices were consistent with an upper-end restaurant & the choices were varied. Would eat here again."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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Review 12 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have dined at Sans Souci over
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have dined at Sans Souci over many years and have never been disappointed. Never rushed and the servers have always been very nice. Quality of food has always been top notch.
Will always go back."
Will always go back."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was super great!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was super great! The food was good but thought they could have more of a variety. Also, more of a selection of desserts would have been nice."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 14 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We heard that Chef Brett Montgomery
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We heard that Chef Brett Montgomery was nominated as one of 5 best chefs in America so we were excited to taste his menu. It was very good. The food was cooked to perfection the flavors wonderful and the temperature was good. I wish I knew before dining there that we could park in the hotel parking garage and they would stamp our ticket. The ambience is kind of tattered French Country. The menu had enough of a variety to please just about anyone. The deserts were fabulous!(and I'm not a big desert eater)The nice thing about this location is we could walk over to the Casino without going outside. When it is cold in the dead of winter that is a real benefit. I was surprised that this restaurant wasn't as busy as it should be. Hidden Gem!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautiful rooms, excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful rooms, excellent food. We sat at a window table looking out on Public Square which provided quite interesting entertainment. One of our favorite places for a special occasion, even better with the special Restaurant Week menu."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went here for the Cleveland
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here for the Cleveland Restaurant Week menu. The first course was killer! the pierogi's were amazing and both my date and I loved them. My issue with the meal portion was that I had ordered the steak, and I'm pretty sure they are all pre cooked, and not cooked to order- even though the waitress asked how I would like it done. That being said, I had asked for medium-rare and it was clearly well-done. Obviously disappointed. The desserts were also fine.
As far as service goes, the waitresses were nice, however, they did not follow a lot of unspoken waitress rules. For instance, they would reach across us to fill water, instead of walking around the table (so therefore there was a lot of traffic above my meal). Also, when desse"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 17 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was fine but unremarkable.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was fine but unremarkable. Very nice but veteran time-card-punching server. Obnoxious table behind us. Dressed up and went for romantic dinner because we went 15 years ago and it was a great restaurant. Don't know if it had an off night, or if it's tired out."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 18 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing restaurant, would
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing restaurant, would recommend it to anyone who needs to take a romantic evening."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nina provided great service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nina provided great service as usual."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Haven't lived until you tried
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Haven't lived until you tried this place!!!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was wonderful but the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was wonderful but the menu seemed plain and ordinary. We ate on a Friday night and there were only 3 other couples and a six top. It certainly has the potential to be the great restaurant it once was, especially with the new casino opened next door."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
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Review 22 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is a hidden treasure in Cleveland. Sans Souci is a must stop for any visitor to Cleveland. The food is top caliber. I experienced several dishes and each one is remarkable. The chefs are very talented and have a passion for food. The menu is a reflection of the food one would find in the South of France. The service is remarkable as well. A visitor is not rushed through the meal. They are encouraged to relax and savor it. How many American restaurants allow you to do that? The wait staff is attentive to every need. The ambiance is relaxing. If you are able, I recommend getting a window table. You get a feel of Cleveland. This is a MUST stop on a visit to Cleveland."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 23 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My husband and I were a little
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I were a little disappointed. The service was average and food was also average. I don't think for the price I would go back. The menu was limited. It was very noisy, there were only a few tables occupied in the entire restaurant and we were able to hear everyones conversations."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2007
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Review 24 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
So bad it was comical
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Poorly run restaurant. Service is below average and management staff was even worse. After waiting for a few martinis to be made, our group of 5 was told the bar was too busy to make our drinks due to a large party in the hotel bar and told by manager to order wine. Needless to say , we cancelled our meals and left. For the 45 minutes we were there, the appetizers were of below average quality and the waitress was better suited to be working at Denny's."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2006
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Review 25 for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sans Souci is truly one of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sans Souci is truly one of Cleveland's hidden treasures. The historic decor compliments the food, which is creative and vibrant. I recommend the walleye in citrus reduction. Now, this creativity is not only at dinner time. It can be found at breakfast as well. The menu, be it breakfast or dinner, reflects the culture that is Cleveland. You do not get that at cookie cutter hotel restaurants. It is my opinion that a trip to Cleveland is not complete without a visit to San Souci."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sans Souci - Renaissance Hotel Cleveland
Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate