I have been to the Flying Cranes Cafe many times since its opening in 2007 and I can attest that it's an awesome place to study, relax with friends, or chill with a book. As a Japanese-American living in Cleveland, it has been particularly exciting that the Flying Crane has come to the neighborhood. The menu is extensive and authentic and everything I've tried has been excellent. The portions are quite large and each dish looks and tastes like it was cooked and prepared with care. My personal favorites are the Teriyaki dishes (particularly the Salmon and Seared Tuna), Japanese Eggplant with lemon-ginger sauce, and Chicken Udon. I've tried many of the sandwiches and always enjoy the Chicken Salad Sandwich (sooooo good) and Naomi's Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
The brunch is a really great deal with plenty of food. I've tried the Broccoli and Goat Cheese quiche and Ham and Split Pea Soup (both homemade) for brunch and they were delicious. If you are lucky in the summer and spring, you can snag a table in the beautiful garden. This past spring, I had a wonderful meal under the lush Wisteria canopy.
A group of friends and I recently tried the English High Tea, where we sampled a few different black teas as well as some biscuits and other treats. It was elegant and a really nice experience, and something I haven't seen offered at other places in Cleveland.
All in all, the Flying Cranes is a great cafe that has a lot to offer and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place with delicious food, relaxing atmosphere, and good value.