Cleveland is a melting pot, and some incredibly unique markets and restaurants have resulted from our diversity. Certain neighborhoods have perfectly immortalized the influence of the cultures that built them up, as in the case of Slavic Village and Little Italy. But no neighborhood is quite as colorful as AsiaTown, and you’ll adore the flavors of the neighborhood’s markets:

  1. Koko Bakery - 3710 Payne Avenue, Cleveland

Tim Evanson/Flickr The delicacies of this Asian bakery will make your mouth water. Pastries and teas are a great anytime snack, but the lunch specials at Koko’s just can’t be beat.

  1. The Annual Chinese New Year Celebration - Asia Plaza

Tom Hart/Flickr You won’t want to miss out on this upcoming festivity! Mark your calendar for February 15-18, 2018, because Asia Plaza will be abuzz with activity. For more information, click here.

  1. Siam Cafe - 3951 St Clair Avenue, Cleveland

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Lilithgirl41/TripAdvisor The best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine will grace your plate at this laid back cafe. The authentically tasty meals at this eatery are huge, whether you’re chowing down on sweet and sour chicken or Thai noodles.

  1. Bo Loong - 3922 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland

Tim Evanson/Flickr Bo Loong is one of AsiaTown’s tastiest take-out spots. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, order up a serving of jelly fish or fish head with bean curd!

  1. Asian Foods - 3820 Superior Avenue, Cleveland

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Tim Evanson/Flickr If you’ve never been to an Asian market, you are in for a treat at this Downtown Cleveland shopping center. Here, you can find some of the most unusual ingredients in The Land. Pick up fresh goods like dragon fruit and stock up on exotic sauces. Your taste buds will adore a trip to this charming market.

  1. Park To Shop - 1580 E 30th Street, Cleveland

Tim Evanson/Flickr This market is super diverse, and you’ll adore the selection of unusual fresh produce. Whether you’re looking for a bakery or gigantic bags of rice, you can find whatever you need at this unique shop.

  1. Li Wah - 2999 Payne Avenue, Cleveland

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Tim Evanson/Flickr White tablecloths and dishes allow the food to take center stage at this friendly Chinese eatery. Dine on dim sum specials at lunch or stop by for an unforgettable dinner. Either way, you won’t leave disappointed.

  1. Map of Thailand - 3710 Payne Ave, Cleveland

Tim Evanson/Flickr

Traviata5013/TripAdvisor Payne Commons hides a restaurants with a Thai selections that will leave your mouth watering. Map of Thailand is a great destination for pad Thai, curries, and spicy dishes with flavors that are unreal. This eatery has long been a neighborhood favorite, and with just one bite you’ll know why.

  1. Superior Pho - 3030 Superior Ave East, Cleveland

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management/TripAdvisor This teeny, tiny eatery may not look like much, but its flavors are truly something to behold. Superior Pho’s unrivaled Vietnamese dishes keep locals raving, particularly for the (you guessed it) family pho recipe.

The cluster of shops, markets, and restaurants that make up AsiaTown is incredible. These places offer some of the most unique treats in Cleveland, and you won’t believe how easy it is to explore the flavors of the world without ever leaving your hometown.

Tim Evanson/Flickr

The delicacies of this Asian bakery will make your mouth water. Pastries and teas are a great anytime snack, but the lunch specials at Koko’s just can’t be beat.

Tom Hart/Flickr

You won’t want to miss out on this upcoming festivity! Mark your calendar for February 15-18, 2018, because Asia Plaza will be abuzz with activity. For more information, click here.

Lilithgirl41/TripAdvisor

The best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine will grace your plate at this laid back cafe. The authentically tasty meals at this eatery are huge, whether you’re chowing down on sweet and sour chicken or Thai noodles.

Bo Loong is one of AsiaTown’s tastiest take-out spots. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, order up a serving of jelly fish or fish head with bean curd!

If you’ve never been to an Asian market, you are in for a treat at this Downtown Cleveland shopping center. Here, you can find some of the most unusual ingredients in The Land. Pick up fresh goods like dragon fruit and stock up on exotic sauces. Your taste buds will adore a trip to this charming market.

This market is super diverse, and you’ll adore the selection of unusual fresh produce. Whether you’re looking for a bakery or gigantic bags of rice, you can find whatever you need at this unique shop.

k_e_lewis/Flickr

White tablecloths and dishes allow the food to take center stage at this friendly Chinese eatery. Dine on dim sum specials at lunch or stop by for an unforgettable dinner. Either way, you won’t leave disappointed.

Traviata5013/TripAdvisor

Payne Commons hides a restaurants with a Thai selections that will leave your mouth watering. Map of Thailand is a great destination for pad Thai, curries, and spicy dishes with flavors that are unreal. This eatery has long been a neighborhood favorite, and with just one bite you’ll know why.

Superior Pho/Facebook

management/TripAdvisor

This teeny, tiny eatery may not look like much, but its flavors are truly something to behold. Superior Pho’s unrivaled Vietnamese dishes keep locals raving, particularly for the (you guessed it) family pho recipe.

For another culturally rich neighborhood, check out the wonders of Cleveland’s Little Italy.

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