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| - I imagine this as the kind of place Charlotte York-MacDougal (10 pts if you get the reference!) would be spotted at, had it been in NY's countryside. The decor boasts a well appointed masculine flair that is both elegant, yet comfortable.
The attention received upon entering is by all means noteworthy, they actually take your jacket, and offer you seats at the bar if you are waiting for others to arrive. They also acknowledged our friend's birthday and delivered her a hand-signed card from the staff! It's a wonderfully warm and welcoming place indeed.
At the bar, the cocktail offerings are creatively fashioned using locally sourced spirits and many unique pairings. You won't find glowing red Maraschino cherries on a neon pick here. No instead, you get these tiny little deep plum colored amarena cherries that will rock your world. The bartenders are well versed in the art of making a cocktail and also have a well rounded knowledge of their wine selection.
As we were seated in the most impressively crafted outdoor dining space that I have ever seen, the ambiance of the space really sets a romantic tone. Mind you, we live in Cleveland, and its full on winter, yet we were toasty warm on the patio! A well thought out plan and some magic clearly helped execute this uniquely adaptable room. Our table was fireside, which also added to the night's charm.
The menu is diverse without being overwhelming and the rolls that are brought to the table are pillowy little puffs of goodness. The salad offerings are varied and interesting. The freshly toasted croutons on the Cesar are to die for and the house-made french on theWedge adds a uniquely satisfying twist. Either are worth trying for sure. As a table of carnivores, we all indulged ourselves with filet mignons of various sizes and temperatures. All were cooked to perfection and served with outstanding accouterments. The Bearnaise sauce was a great addition!
The side dishes are intended to be shared, and generously portioned. The Caramelized Brussles and the Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese were out of this world good. Both mouth-watering sides were chock full of flavor and beyond amazing. I have a feeling that all of the sides would fall into this realm of tastiness.
After eating, our birthday girl was delivered a piece of pumpkin cheesecake that was subtle, yet rich. The velvety creaminess of the dessert was also not to be missed. We had also ordered the Butter Cake to share, and were all pleasantly surprised by its fresh-out-of-the-oven temperature. It paired well with the vanilla ice cream and it too helped refresh our taste buds after such a savory meal.
I would say that ML Tavern is not only a Must-Go for anyone seeking a great night out, but it will become a regular in our rotation.
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