I arrived to Cleveland to get my sommelier certification and in all honesty, I didn't think much of this visit. During a very small break from my studying, I did a little research and this little absolutely adorable Japanese place caught my eye!!!
Wow wow wow! Michael Flaherty truly stepped up to the plate and stole the culinary part of my heart! Last minute they found me a table and when I got confused about the wine, Michael did not just suggest what I should have, he took the time to explain everything to me! I actually walked away with some knowledge and future cooking projects:)
The chef is absolutely genius and the wait staff is out of this world. The food is outstanding and truly exotic!!! I had a seaweed salad that had at least 6 visible components ( absolutely fabulous! ) followed by pork cheek with all thee sauces ... and then risotto... Asian risotto cooked to perfection! Fabulous, one of the most unique Japanese venues I have ever experienced!