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| - I didn't know there was a casino in the flats. From the previous reviews( half rave about the food and atmosphere, and the other half cringe at the poor service and mediocre food) i'd say my wife and I hit the jackpot. We waited for 10-15 minutes for a table on a Friday at 5 PM, then enjoyed excellent service, with prompt delivery of tasty fish tacos, and a very fresh salad, and reasonably priced beer and wine.
You wonder how much the inconsistent service and food has to do with the restaurant being run by a government entity- The Cleveland Metroparks. The Metrroparks run some beautiful, well maintained golf courses, have done a great job rehabbing Edgewater Park, and keep the Metroparks clean and inviting all year long.
I could just see if the City of Cleveland ran Merwin's. They would bring you a glass of water, tell you it's taken care of, then on your way out the door they'd hit you with a $164,000 charge on your bill. Or, if Cuyahoga County ran the restaurant, they would have 100 waiters for 25 tables. Waiters who only serve salads, some who just serve drinks, others for entrees, and some who supervise. If the State of Ohio ran the restaurant, there would be a gas well drilled in the middle of the dining room.
Hopefully, our next visit Merwin's, our visit is as good as our first.
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