Four Northeast Ohio restaurants and chefs have been announced as semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Awards.

Simon's on Merle Hay Road was nominated for a James Beard award in the Outstanding Hospitality category. Why it matters: This particular award is prestigious because it spans the entire country, "making it an exceedingly remarkable honor,

The 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists have been announced and few Connecticut names have made the list.