First of all sit at the bar. Secondly, go on a Monday! Yes a Monday! The reason I say go on a Monday is because it is their half priced bottle of wine night! Yes, you heard right! And the wines offered aren't your average run-of-the-mill mass produced wines. There are world-class selections offering whites and reds from Europe as well domestics. One of my favorites is the Pouilly-Fuisse from Burgundy! Not only is the wine selection amazing; the fact that they're half off is unbeatable.
If wine isn't your thing they also have delicious $5 martinis during happy hour which is from 5-6:30. That is why sitting at the bar is worth it. They also have delicious small plates and special priced appetizers during their happy hour. I've tried almost everything but my favorites are the cheese plate and the lamb lollipops! The cheese plate is an excellent accompaniment to the wine. The selections vary but they are always wonderful artisanal cheeses. That paired with fresh fruit and a reduced balsamic make a memorable combination. The lamb lollipops are also terrific. Juicy and succulent with a cool mint sauce. I only wish they had the meatballs on the happy hour menu ! But the veal meatballs are worth getting anyways.
I've never been disappointed while dining here. The bar prices are unbeatable and the food is comparable or better than some famous named restaurants in Cleveland.