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From Sandy Mitchell, About.com

Shaker Square, located in Cleveland at the edge of Shaker Heights, is a diverse and historic neighborhood, begun by the Van Sweringen brothers in 1922.
The Cinema at Shaker Square

The Cinema at Shaker Square

(© 2006 S. Mitchell; Licensed to About, Inc.)
The centerpiece of this vital area is Shaker Square, an octagonal shopping district, filled with restaurants, stores, and services. As interesting today as it was in the 1920s and 1930s, Shaker Square continues to attract residents, shoppers, and artists.

Demographics:
The Shaker Square neighborhood is a one-mile square area, bounded by Cleveland, Shaker Heights, and Cleveland Heights. The area has 11,000 residents, living in 4000 rental units and 1500 single and two-family homes. The area abuts the Larchmere Boulevard antique district.

Housing:
The Shaker Square area has over 4000 rental units and 1500 single and two-family homes. Housing ranges from the architecturally wonderful Moreland Courts (now condominium buildings) to the modern Larchmere Court of Larchmere Boulevard. Smaller buildings, many with hardwood floors, built-in cabinets, and high ceilings, line the streets surrounding Shaker Square.

Shopping:
Shaker Square is the oldest planned shopping district in the state and the second oldest in the nation. The charming Georgian buildings feature the following stores:
  • Alexander's Floral Designs
  • Corcoran Fine Arts
  • Popcorn Shop Factory
  • Dodd Camera
  • Playmatters
  • Shaker Square Beverage

    Dining:
    Dining is a treat at Shaker Square. The area offers a dozen of so varied eateries, many with curbside patio tables in the warmer months. Among the area restaurants are:
  • Balaton - a delicious Hungarian restaurant
  • Fire - Jeff Katz' innovative and relaxed eatery with a heated patio and extensive wine list.
  • Luchita's - The Shaker Square cousin of the venerable Mexican restaurant on W. 117th, with the same tasty cuisine.
  • Sergio's Sarave - Related to the Sergio's at University Circle with similar exciting Brazilian food.
  • Sushi on the Square - Yummy Chinese fare
  • Captain Tony's Pizza - Affordable pizza, salads, sandwiches as well as wine and beer
  • Yours Truly - The place for breakfast and a sandwich.

    Other Attractions and Services at Shaker Square:
    In addition to the many shops and restaurants, Shaker Square offers a six-screen, Art Deco, independent movie theater, a supermarket, a bank and several ATM machines, and a "Curves" fitness center.

    During the warmer months, the North Union Farmer's Market sets up at the square every Saturday morning.
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