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Salmon Dave's, Rocky River, OH

Salmon Dave's

4.7 (1842)
$31 to $50
Seafood
19015 Old Lake Road, Rocky River, OH 44116

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Salmon Dave's

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Cleveland West

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Opening our doors in 1993, Salmon Dave’s has proudly endured as one of Greater Cleveland’s favorite local haunts. With an informal approach to upscale dining, our cozy neighborhood spot has gained a legendary reputation. After a recent head-to-toe renovation, Rocky River’s favorite restaurant is better than ever. The timeless character of the historic building lives on with distressed brick walls, crown moldings, and its signature mahogany bar. The updated feel is an eclectic balance of traditional and contemporary design elements, creating the perfect backdrop for Salmon Dave’s spirited bar scene and relaxed dinner vibe. Veteran chef Mario Brown and his talented culinary team offer new menu selections alongside fan-favorites, maintaining our promise of providing the freshest “Guaranteed Seafood.”

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Pacific Rim, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Brown
  • Private party facilities
    The Wine Room provides a semi-private space adjacent to our main dining room. With seating for up to 18 guests, this elegantly appointed room carries over the warm, welcoming atmosphere of Salmon Dave’s while offering a refined yet comfortable backdrop for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Carolyn Miller: (440) 331-2739
  • Area
    Cleveland West
  • Cross street
    Detroit
  • Parking Details
    Street and public parking available nearby
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • The Maine Event

    1 - 6 people

    19 Oct 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
    Everyday $10 off Happy Hour and Sunday nights CLAMBAKE - $39.95 Dozen middle neck clams, smoked sausage, roasted chicken STEAK & CLAMBAKE - $44.95 Char-grilled Boston strip steak, half dozen middle neck clams MAINE TAIL & CLAMBAKE - $49.95 Coldwater tail, half dozen clams, roasted chicken NEW ENGLAND LOBSTER BAKE - $59.95 Whole Maine lobster, half dozen clams, roasted chicken All served with sweet corn, redskin mashers, clam broth & drawn butter

Private dining

Offers

  • Half Off Wine Tuesdays

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 3:00 pm - 8:45 pm
    Join us every Tuesday for half off a bottle of wine at Salmon Dave's! Anything $99 and under.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Salmon Dave's.

4.7

4.7
(1842)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Salmon Dave's is a delightful spot for seafood enthusiasts, offering "great food and service" with standout dishes like clambakes and Florida Grouper. The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, and attentive servers like Sarah and Birdie enhance the dining experience. Don't miss their happy hour deals and Sunday specials!
1,842 Reviews
  1. Howard

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, excellent service. Didn’t rush us at all. Definitely go back again.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sea food, and Service, a very diverse menu, includes selections from both Land & Sea.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed our seafood and found the service excellent. We look forward to welcoming you back soon so.

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  3. Linda Gold

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All four of our party had the clambakes. Three were with chicken and one with steak. The clams were tender and not overcooked. The chicken and steak were also perfectly cooked. Honestly one of the best clambakes that we have had in the area. We dined in the bar area and the staff was extremely efficient and attentive! Outstanding experience!
    Salmon Dave'sResponded 7 days ago
    We're thrilled that all four of you enjoyed the clambakes. Thank you for calling it one of the best clambakes in the area. We appreciate the shout-out to our bar team for their attentiveness and efficiency. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  4. Jim Gold

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a great place to enjoy the fall clambakes. An especially good deal on Sundays, when the price is reduced. Also had excellent service.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded on 27 October 2026
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are glad you enjoyed our fall clambakes and that the Sunday price felt like a great value. We also appreciate your kind words about the service. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  5. Robert

    Alabama3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Eating at Salmon&Dave's is always a great experience. It never disappoints you.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded on 27 October 2026
    Thank you for the kind words and for making Salmon&Dave's part of your routine. We’re thrilled to hear that your visits are consistently enjoyable. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again on your next visit.

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  6. DENNIS Gold

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Florida Grouper with piquillo pepper sauce was fantastic. Service was excellent. We always love the shrimp and scallop saute and recommend adding a lobster tail for a commodore's trio.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded on 26 October 2026
    Thank you for the wonderful review. We’re glad you enjoyed the Florida Grouper with piquillo pepper sauce and that the service was excellent. I

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  7. Bryon Gold

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton39 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was nice. Service was pretty good. Food tasted good but was not prepared as well as expected and the attentiveness from the staff was not performed as well as expected from an establishment owned by this Restaurant group. Also, the manager never stopped by our table to see how we were doing. With this said, I would not hesitate to return because I am sure the owners will be making improvements.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for visiting and for the thoughtful review. We are glad you found the restaurant nice and the food tasty. We are sorry the preparation and staff attentiveness did not meet your expectations, and that the manager did not stop by. We appreciate your feedback and your willingness to return. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  8. Mariah

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for anniversary dinner. Crab dip was ok. Chips were nothing extra. Lobster bisque had one piece of meat in it. Flavor was good. Ceaser salad was ok. Hubby got steak and clams. Steak had large tendon/ligament not sure which going through it. Clams were very tough. My whole lobster and chicken special was sent back. Lobster was little with the small amount of meat in it covered in slimy foam. My chicken was bleeding when opened. The server apologized many times. Felt bad for her. This was our favorite place but now not so much. Service was good. They did take my meal off and gave us both a dessert.

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  9. Mark

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Salmon Dave’s is a go to restaurant for many occasions for us. This was an Anniversary dinner. Food as always was excellent with larger portions than a senior citizen can eat at one meal, love leftovers. If you haven’t been you won’t be disappointed.
    Salmon Dave'sResponded on 24 October 2026
    Thank you for choosing Salmon Dave’s for your anniversary celebration. We’re so glad the food hit the mark and that you enjoyed the generous portions — leftovers are a bonus. It means a lot that we are a go-to for your special occasions. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Andi Gold

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton126 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Surprisingly, the lobster in my lobster roll was very tough, and a few of the oysters we ordered for an appetizer had a strong fishy taste, but the service more than made up for it! Wes was wonderful server…efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. He immediately took off the charge for my lobster roll (even though I never suggested it), and gave us a complimentary dessert to share (the Atlantic Beach Pie), which was delicious1
    Salmon Dave'sResponded on 24 October 2026
    We appreciate your detailed review. We are sorry the lobster in your roll was tough and that some oysters had a strong fishy taste. We are glad our team provided attentive service and that you enjoyed the Atlantic Beach Pie. We value your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Pacific Rim, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Brown
  • Private party facilities
    The Wine Room provides a semi-private space adjacent to our main dining room. With seating for up to 18 guests, this elegantly appointed room carries over the warm, welcoming atmosphere of Salmon Dave’s while offering a refined yet comfortable backdrop for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Carolyn Miller: (440) 331-2739
  • Area
    Cleveland West
  • Cross street
    Detroit
  • Parking Details
    Street and public parking available nearby
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

FAQs

Happy Hour: Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm. Dinner: Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm; Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm.

Yes, Salmon Dave's welcomes private parties; the restaurant lists private parties as allowed, and guests frequently celebrate anniversaries and birthdays here.

Guests often describe portions as generous, reviews note "portions on what we ordered was very good, " "delicious and plentiful, " and large crab cakes or a massive fried fish.

Yes, Salmon Dave's is a popular choice for anniversaries and date nights, with guests praising quiet booths, attentive service, and a cozy, recently renovated dining room.

Salmon Dave’s fills up for happy hour and on weekends, the bar and dining room often get packed, so reservations are recommended.

Smart casual is the guide at Salmon Dave’s, think polished but relaxed, a nice fit for the many guests who celebrate anniversaries and special occasions there.

For great value and a lively bar scene, visit Salmon Dave’s during happy hour (daily, 3:00–6:00 pm); for a quieter dinner ask for a booth toward the back.

Salmon Dave’s offers a main dining room with comfortable booths, a busy bar area (including high‑tops), a side dining room off the bar, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Yes, Salmon Dave’s welcomes families; guests report bringing children (one reviewer took their son who loved the salmon) and families celebrating birthdays there.

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A photo of Salmon Dave's restaurant

Salmon Dave's

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Cleveland West

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
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