I do not know how I have lived in this area for the better part of a decade and I've never, ever seen this place. It's huge! It's an old Victorian mansion, complete with fireplaces. Super cool atmosphere, reminded me of a spot in Little Italy.
We went there on a whim, I hadn't looked at the menu in months, and we had our daughter with us. I was NOT expecting the prices to be as high as they were, especially since it's high for the area, but hey, I won't let that deter me. They weren't crazy, insane prices, just not what I expect for a mid-week, non-date-night dinner. Soooo not the restaurant's fault, totally mine, but I think it should have more than 2 dollar signs!
I ordered a Greek Salad with chicken, my daughter got the pierogy app, and my husband ordered Chicken Parm. We had no alcohol or dessert. We did order French Onion soup x2. Our bill was $60 (before tip).
The food itself was enjoyable. Not the best I've ever had, but good. THe soup was a bit salty and tasted like maybe it had too much worchestershire OR may have been made with anchovy? Pierogies were from Ohio City Pasta, and I'm normally a huge fan, but these had a VERY odd taste. THey were just red potato and cheddar... I thought my daughter was just being picky, but I did not like them either.
Our server was very nice, I could overhear her playing consultant to the other tables in our little nook - she was very knowledgeable on the food and the drink menu.
Here is where I start to get nitpicky. My husband and I both worked as servers over the years, and maybe we spot things more than most, so take it with a grain of salt. :)
1. When we were seated, in a super cute little front room, the hostess did not ask if we'd like a kid's menu. Neither did the server. I was going to ask, but my daughter already saw pierogies on the app menu. But, I mean, my kid is 10. Yes, I could've asked, but frankly I shouldn't have to. That bugged me.
2. If I am paying nearly $75 for dinner, including tip - basically for 2 adults - I don't think I should have empty plates left on my table or glasses of water that need to be filled.
3. I noticed awards for 'fine dining', and the prices were kind of high for Medina...but the staff were wearing polo shirts. That confused me a bit.
Overall, it was a good twist to visit this spot. I do want to try again, but we'll go back on a date night when we are, you know....more prepared to shell out over $100 for dinner and drinks.