Wonderful Valentines dinner at EDWINS! The ambiance of this place is great - highly recommend for a date. I think you should also understand the mission behind this place before going - it is awesome. Is everything going to be absolutely perfect? probably not, will they make it perfect and learn from their mistakes - YES! Our food was great, very large portions - I knew actually would have been ok splitting an entrée. I also didn't realize that Brandon was a master sommelier on my first visit - but from now on I will have him select all the wine I drink at EDWINS.
I started with the Lobster bisque- it was classically prepared. And perfect. If you are used to lobster bisque at a chain restaurant - you won't get it. My date got the artichoke for a starter - she asked if I would still be attracted to her if she picked up the bowl and started drinking the broth . I said go for it! For main courses I ordered the lamb chops and my date ordered the pappardelle with oxtail - both were heavy rich French classics. The lamb was perfectly cooked. The pappardelle am as rich and tasty. Both dishes were very big - the lamb was served over a eggplant stew with tolives and other vegetables - it was very tasty. Perfect for a 5 degree February evening in Cleveland.
We ordered a chocolate soufflé for desert - it was the only let down - was wet and chunky. They made another for us - it was a little better but not great - and I consider myself a soufflé expert.
Overall this is a great place, large portions of classic French food, great cheese, great wine, good service and a great cause. I look forward to many great meals here and I wish all the staff the best.