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| - Went to Pier W for the first time since moving to C-town more than 30 years ago. My favorite restaurant has always been Giovanni's on Chagrin, but I will have to say Pier W does give it a run for its money, partly because of the much-better view.
I've read that Pier W used to be much better in the past, but I thought it was very good. Went with my wife for our anniversary and really liked it. Started off in the lounge during happy hour, which was nice because drinks and apps are half price. The apps were very good, we tried the lobster bisque, tempura shrimp, fried calamari, ceasar salad, and another order of tempura shrimp. The salad was pretty average, but all the other apps were delicious, and we thought, a good value for the half price.
Continued with dinner in the dining room with a nice view of downtown Cleveland. My wife thought her blackened swordfish on pruple Mayan mashed potratoes was absolutely delicious, and my South American Cobia with grilled new potatoes was also extremely good. Only problem was we were pretty full from all the apps. Nonetheless, both fish entrees were just as delicious the next day warmed up in the oven.
Very good food, nice ambiance with live piano music, overall an excellent experience. Will be back again for a special dinner, or maybe the Sunday brunch.
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