Service 4.5/5
Food 5/5
Because of the hype around this place I tried to come in with a very objective mindset.
We made reservations before we went to a Cavs game and I was somewhat worried about being underdressed, but it had a surprisingly casual feel for being an upscale establishment and I didn't feel at all out of place.
We ordered the Pork Belly and Oysters as appetizers, both of which were great.
The steak was the real highlight of my meal though. By my personal scale for an establishment to have 5/5 on food it REALLY needs to be exceptional. The Hanger steak may have been the best steak I've ever had. I ordered medium rare and the it arrived perfectly seared with a slight crunch yet a deep reddish pink on the inside. The cut itself was flawless, slightly marbled yet so tender that it almost melted in my mouth.
My experience at Lola definitely lived up to if not exceeded the hype.