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Inman Social, nestled in the heart of Cleveland, Tennessee, offers an exceptional dining journey that beautifully marries modern Italian influences with inventive American flair. This restaurant is a true culinary gem where each dish is a carefully crafted masterpiece, designed to delight the senses and satisfy even the most discerning palate.
Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the inviting atmosphere—a vibrant yet cozy space that perfectly balances sophistication and comfort. The contemporary Italian vibe is accentuated by striking artwork, while the warm service ensures every visit feels personal and special.
The menu at Inman Social is a treasure trove of flavor, offering a diverse selection of dishes that promise to enchant. Start with expertly made appetizers like the Rolls with Butter or dive into the fresh and tangy Chopped Caesar salad. Their house-made pastas stand out, especially the indulgent 27 Layer Lasagna—a decadent, rich dish layered with luscious cheeses and savory sauces that melt together in sheer harmony. The Basil Pesto Pasta offers a fragrant, herbaceous delight, while the Chicken Scallopini, bathed in a bright, buttery lemon sauce and served with a fresh arugula salad, delivers an elegant balance of tang and tenderness.
Pizza enthusiasts will be captivated by their wood-fired creations like the Brussels Sprout Pizza and Margarita Pizza, each boasting crispy, flavorful crusts topped with inventive, fresh ingredients that elevate familiar favorites. The Social Smash Burger, featuring double patties, house pickles, and American cheese, is another standout, served alongside perfectly crisp house-cut fries. For those seeking a heartier entrée, the Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop paired with creamy polenta and a sweet-spicy Calabrian Chili Agrodolce highlights Inman Social’s skill at marrying bold flavors with comforting textures.
Seafood lovers can indulge in gracefully seared salmon complemented by Brussels sprouts agrodolce or the grilled swordfish served with roasted sweet potatoes, each dish showcasing freshness and refined preparation.
What truly sets Inman Social apart is not only its impeccable cuisine but also the attentive, knowledgeable staff who enhance every dining experience. Guests frequently praise servers like Alexander G. and Victoria for their expert menu insights and thoughtful drink pairings that perfectly complement each course. This level of care elevates a meal here from simply satisfying to genuinely memorable.
Whether celebrating a special occasion, like the 32nd anniversary marked by some guests over phenomenal Cacio Pepe and lasagna, or simply enjoying a well-deserved evening out after a busy week, Inman Social makes each moment feel unique and indulgent. The passion behind the food is palpable with every bite, inviting you to savor the harmony of flavors and the care poured into every plate.
For those in Cleveland seeking a dinner spot that combines creative cuisine, artful presentation, and warm hospitality, Inman Social is an unmistakable choice. Here, every meal feels like a destination—inviting you to linger, enjoy, and return again and again.
An exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The food is outstanding—thoughtfully crafted, beautifully balanced, and full of inspired palate choices that make each course memorable. Every dish reflects precision, creativity, and a clear respect for flavor. Equally impressive was our waiter, Alexander G, whose excellent service, deep knowledge of the menu, and expert drink pairings elevated the entire evening. His guidance was seamless and genuinely enhanced every course. A truly remarkable experience we’ll gladly return to and recommend.
Wife and I just finished our 32nd Anniversary dinner here. We had Cacio Pepe and 27 layer Lazagna. The food was amazing and so was our service. Perfect place to bring the wife for a quality get together out or bring date and impress. Victoria our waitress was amazing. Make sure you tip her well, her service is impecable and deserves it.
We really like it here. The food is yummy, we especially love the peach polenta pork chop that's on the menu right now. Katie was our server tonight, she like the other servers have all been excellent. The focaccia and steak tartar are great appetizers and the chicken limone entree is also a favorite. They make their own pasta and wood fired pizza and the atmosphere is fun and inviting for a nice dinner out.
Our craving this evening was a white pizza. The chef was in ear shot and came over to discuss our flavor profiles. I have to say his creation was incredible. The flavors infused perfectly and I am left with a very satisfied and indulgent feeling. Thank you!
After three straight weeks without a day off, today was the first chance to breathe. We slipped away a little early and made our way south, winding leisurely toward Chattanooga. When we finally reached Cleveland, we headed to Inman Social. They didnt have any available reservations, so we grabbed two seats at the bar. The place has this modern Italian vibe with a big, striking painting of Anthony Bourdain on the wall and seeing it made me think about how much he would’ve appreciated the kind of road-trip day we were having. I started with the oysters, served with a whipped horseradish topping that was unlike anything I’d had before bright, fresh, and just enough kick to let the oysters shine. For mains, we tried the 27-Layer Lasagna a masterpiece of veal, Italian sausage, ricotta, and San Marzano tomato layered into something that’s as decadent as it sounds and the Scampi Arrabbiata mafaldine pasta tossed with shrimp, mussels, pancetta, and jalapeño in a garlicky herb butter with just the right heat. Both dishes felt like the kind of Italian cooking that balances comfort with creativity.
What a great stop for home made quality pasta and other dishes. Everything that I tried was top quality and taiste. Very unique and delicious oysters that were michilin star qualiry and presentation. The place is classy and relaxing. Indoor and outdoor seating and live music. I will be back to try the other entres very soon. Its not far off route 75 and worth getting off the highway
From reading a prior review, I made a reservation days in advance for 1 at 6:00 PM on a Friday. This allowed me to be seated immediately. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, and I took indoor seating. The restaurant was starting to fill up when I arrived, so I imagine it gets pretty busy on Fridays. My server was Lauren, who was very friendly and informative about the establishment. She gave some info about the chef, like how he had apparently cooked with some famous chefs like Gordon Ramsey, and how the chef was apparently the Tennessee representative for some cooking competition. The chef won said competition with the Catfish Fritto dish that's on the menu (under Appetizers). Regarding the bathroom, it was 1 urinal and 1 stall. The bathroom was very upscale and well kept. It offered both paper towels and hand blowers for drying your hands, and it even offered hand lotion (something I've never seen in a restaurant bathroom before). The only down-side was that there was only 1 sink. For dinner, I ordered the Potato Pizza, which took 15 minutes and 37 seconds to arrive. That was faster than I expected since the menu made mention how the pizzas are made fresh and indicated that they might take some time to make. According to my server Lauren, all the pizzas are 10-inches except for the Garlic Cheesy Bread, which is smaller. The Potato Pizza comes topped with a bunch of arugula, and honestly, its a bit much. I decided to eat the arugula separately from each slice, and then I ate the slice (though this does mean I got plenty of leafy greens, so no need for a salad). The pizza was incredible. I also ordered a dessert, specifically the Vanilla Creme Brulee, which took 5 minutes and 23 seconds to arrive. The dessert was wonderful. Some other things I'll share are that the restaurant has special food and wine offerings it offers either daily or for a few days in a row. The food special for the Friday I went was escargot, which was tempting, but I wanted to try the Potato Pizza. As for the wine offering, I don't drink, but even if I did, I doubt I'd take it since you have to buy the whole bottle. My server Lauren told me how the chef apparently makes food for the staff, so they all get to have a nice dinner together. So, it sounds like Inman Social is a great place to work. Lastly, the restaurant has birthday specials. Specifically, you get a free dessert and a free glass of bubbly wine for your birthday. Overall, Inman Social was spectacular and I'll need to come back again.
First time here last week for date night and it was perfect! We had reservations as recommended by a friend for a Friday night. Glad we had it too as there were people waiting to be seated for a bit after we arrived…. Always a good thing to me as that shows the restaurant is highly desired. The service was excellent. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. We recommend getting the focaccia although it didn’t really taste like a focaccia but definitely better! Enjoyed the sangria a lot as well! The lasagna is absolutely yummy along with the chicken limon! And to top it off, definitely recommend the vanilla crème brûlée! We’ll be back for more!!