Right at the intersection of Pearl and Royalton Road, Square 22 Restaurant and Bar has turned an industrial-chic building into Strongsville’s go-to dinner destination. 🥩
This is a locally owned spot built around Certified Angus Beef steaks, fresh seafood, and a live-edge wooden bar that pulls diners in from across three counties.
Locals keep returning for the same reason: the menu blends steakhouse polish with casual comfort, and the atmosphere feels upscale without being stiff. 🍷
How Square 22 won Strongsville’s hearts
The story of Square 22’s rise starts with its identity as a genuine culinary destination for the entire tri-county region, pulling diners from Cuyahoga, Medina, and Lorain counties well beyond Strongsville’s borders.
That reach comes from a menu built around premium Angus Reserve steaks aged 30 days for superior marbling, a detail steak lovers specifically seek out when comparing local options.
Since opening in 2016, the restaurant has leaned into an urban industrial atmosphere paired with an award-winning wine list, giving Strongsville a dining experience that feels more downtown than suburban. 🍸
Diners frequently mention the seasonal four-season patio as a reason to visit again and again, especially guests coming from Medina and Lorain County looking for something worth the short drive.
The combination of prime steaks in Ohio, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails keeps the restaurant firmly in the regional conversation for best steakhouse experience.
Add in private event spaces and a consistently changing specials calendar, and it becomes clear why this locally-owned steakhouse in Strongsville has held its place as a neighborhood hub for nearly a decade. 🦞
Food Highlights
- Bourbon Braised Short Rib: Boneless short rib slow-braised in bourbon au jus, served with garlic butter spaetzles and broccolini.
- Filet & Scampi: A 4oz grilled filet paired with four Gulf shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce, alongside mashed potatoes and broccolini.
- USDA Prime Sirloin Strip: An 8-ounce grilled sirloin finished with house-made Worcestershire, mashed potatoes, and broccolini.
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Ohio Farm Long Bone Pork Chop: A grilled bone-in pork chop paired with brown sugar bacon cornbread, broccolini, and Carolina-style BBQ sauce.
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Sixty South Antarctic Salmon: Pan-seared salmon over basmati rice with spiced honeycrisp apples, spinach, and a blueberry cabernet vinaigrette.
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North Atlantic Black Cod: Miso-crusted cod served with crispy Brussels sprouts, vegetable pot stickers, and a teriyaki glaze.
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Blackened Shrimp Tacos: Blackened Gulf shrimp topped with avocado, house slaw, pico de gallo, and white cheddar, served in a flour tortilla or lettuce boat.
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Square Burger: An 8oz Angus Reserve patty topped with Gruyere cheese and thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, served with pomme frites.
Atmosphere
Square 22 blends urban industrial design with polished-casual comfort, anchored by a striking live-edge wooden bar. 🌆
The seasonal patio adds a relaxed, outdoor option that regulars specifically seek out during warmer months.
Private dining rooms make the space equally suited for celebrations and larger groups. It is upscale enough for a special night out, yet comfortable enough for a regular weeknight dinner.
Bottom Line
Visit for the aged Angus Reserve steaks, the fresh seafood selections, the award-winning wine list, the lively happy hour, and an urban-industrial atmosphere that makes Strongsville feel like a downtown night out. 🍽️
Address:
13485 Pearl Road, Strongsville, Ohio 44136
📞 (440) 268-8322
🕔 Open Mon-Thu 11:30 AM–9:30 PM, Fri 11:30 AM–10:30 PM, Sat 3:00 PM–10:30 PM (closed Sun)