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| - Table 45 used to be one of my favourite Cleveland restaurants. I really enjoy Zack Bruell's culinary mindset, and at the time this joint opened, it was a diamond in the rough for adventurous Cleveland diners. It was global cuisine finely executed in a haute atmosphere many of us were looking for. But a few recent experiences have soured my taste.
The world offerings have definitely decreased in quality the last few times I've been there. The Chinese noodles, which used to be one of my favorite dishes there, were cold the last time I ordered them and featured that red-dyed pork you get at the poor quality Chinese restaurant down the street. The Pho was limp and colorless. A lot of the ethnic meats are overcooked and underseasoned. Where did the sense of adventure go??
Word of the wise to young diners, this is the type of place where waitstaff will make you feel bad about coming to with a date, regardless of whether you're polite, articulate, or order more than your fair share off the menu. I came here for New Year's Eve and we were seated in the corner by the fire exit (even though half the restaurant was empty) and rushed in and out like they couldn't wait to get rid of us, whereas the oldsters were hanging around all night. Sincerely hope they improve on this aspect.
By all means, go experience Table 45, just know what to order. The sushi is beautiful tasting, fresh and finely prepared, the cocktails are smooth and creative, the desserts are delicious and sometimes get a little molecular gastronomic on ya. Enjoy it, just take it with a grain of salt.
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