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My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate our anniversary and had such a good time. I really can't wait to have an excuse to come back again. Easily the best restaurant in Cleveland and top 3 all time for me. Side note- Some reviewers have mentioned this is a good first date choice but I think its a bit too stuffy and serious for that. Save this for a special occasion with someone you're comfortable with and can just enjoy the delicious fancypants night with, without any pressure.
Before I get into the food- yes this restaurant is in the weirdest location in the middle of corporate office area Beachwood, inside an ugly generic office building off of a busy road. Doesn't matter though once you get in, so don't fret.
So onto the food:
Appetizer- Charcuterie plate. All sorts of cured meats, and I think all are made in house. The balsamic glazed figs + the prosciutto were my favorite. This dish was huge by the way- it says for 2 but I'd say 4.
Salad- Belgian Endive- Not that we really needed any more food, but our waiter convinced us and I am so very happy he did. SO GOOD. i know its just a salad but oh it was so so good. Balsamic figs, gorgonzola, candied almonds, pork belly, roasted peaches.. you must get this.
Entrees- I got the long bone veal shank and it was done perfectly. There's not much more to say about it, it was exactly as described on the menu but done so well and was so flavorful. My boyfriend got the Dover Sole and it was also really really good. $60 might sound steep for that but we thought it was well worth it. Buttery delicious melt in your mouth goodness.
Desserts- Cassata cake and Tiramisu. These were probably the least impressive aspects of the whole night. If I chose one again it would be the Tiramisu. Both were good but just good, Corbo's in little italy has my heart for cassata cake though.
Service was very good, everyone was attentive, experienced, etc. Its a pretty formal and serious ambiance, but not as intimidating or hoitytoity as some would make you believe. Our waiter was very friendly and encouraged us to box up our dishes as we went along when we realized how much we ordered, which normally in places like this is just too tacky and taboo to consider asking for. I couldn't be happier to have Round 2 at home though. Yum.
As for value, I think its 100% on point. You can spend as much at Lola's and get a 2 star meal, or come here and get a 5 star meal. Yes its pricey but its easily worth it.
Really just a great experience overall, I am looking forward to the next visit.
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