fire food and drink

Fire is a hip loft space in historic Shaker Square offering the best seasonal ingredients in their American regional cuisine.

Katz periodically hosts James Beard Foundation dinners; ask about upcoming special events.

Call ahead to double check business hours; fire recently went dinner-only except for Sunday brunch.

"Committed to fresh, organic products", chef-owner Doug Katz "creates culinary bliss" in Shaker Square at this "remarkable" New American turning out "exciting" food in a "sophisticated" "upscale-brasserie" setting with an "open kitchen"; boasting a "knowledgeable" staff, "well-stocked" wine cellar and "high-energy" scene ("makes an aging gal feel hip again"), it's "worth the price" all around –...

It's hard to believe that Fire Food & Drink has been serving diners in its Shaker Square location for a decade. As one of the forefathers of Cleveland’s new millennium restaurant movement, Doug Katz and his staff at Fire have consistently entertained and wowed customers by using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and preparing meals that are full of flavor without being overly complex.

Fire Food & Drink Restaurant Review: A hip, urban feel and a menu of American fare distinguish chef-owner Douglas Katz's bistro in the historic Shaker Square shopping district. Inside the modern dining room, exposed ductwork, bare wood floors, stainless steel and wood seating and white paper-covered tables set the scene for the minimalist menu design that follows suit. We suggest starting with...

The Scene
Chef and owner Doug Katz cooks up fiery fare indeed. The spacious bistro offers a vista of the Shaker Square shopping plaza and is dominated by his ever-blazing clay- and...

Our concept at fire is a simple one: perfectly prepared food and drink at reasonable prices, in an exciting atmosphere. we create simple foods with innovative presentations using the best quality ingredients. we also provide friendly, efficient and professional service staff to make sure that all your needs are met. our menu is focused on classic american foods using the freshest ingredients....