| rev:text
| - I don't think I can say much that hasn't already been said in all the other rave reviews for this restaurant.... Though I can say this... "Everything wonderful mentioned is absolutely TRUE!" From the ambience, staff, food, overall experience,L'Albatros is a true gem nestled in the heart of University Circle!
Our group of 6 came here for new year eve's dinner. The restaurant was beautifully decorated with chi? black & gold balloons as well as banners. Thankfully they did not have an exorbitantly priced pre-fix menu like a lot of the other restaurants.
We started off with a few hors'doeuvres & sides for the table. Honestly, I'm hard pressed to pick a favorite! We got the salmon plate, French toast, roasted cauliflower & the French fries. The flavors were spot on! The fries were Crisp & piping hot with an amazing cheesy taste to it. The French toast was a high point. It was savory, unique, something I have never had before at another restaurant. An absolute must try!
The entrees for me was a let down especially after the delicious appetizers. The food was cooked perfectly however lacked the impeccable flavors the appetizers had. We had the roasted cod, the cassoulet, the veg cassoulet & the veg pasta of the day. I personally could have skipped the entrees in favor to try more of the appetizers.
For desserts we tried the chocolate brownie, creme fraiche cheesecake & chocolate Napoleon. Verdict: the cheesecake is hands down the winner of the dessert round! Not too sweet, not too dense... Just perfect!
Overall: L'Albatros is a great upscale restaurant & definitely a Cleveland must try!
|