This was probably the best meal I had while in Cleveland. Located in walking distance from the…read moreWestin hotel we were staying at, Oliva was an exceptional surprise. Don't be surprised when you get to the front door, the entrance in no way prepares you for the wonderful experience you are going to have. I know Oliva is known as a steakhouse, but it did not feel like one to me, and I mean that in a good way. Dinner started with Sfogliatina di Manzo Brasato (puff pastry, braised beef brisket, eggplant, potato sformato, stracciatella, thyme, fig vincotto), Gamberoni all'Aglio e Olio (jumbo shrimp, white wine, garlic, olive oil, Aleppo pepper, toasted bread crumbs) and a special Carpaccio that was out of this world. as there were other folks at the table with us, this is why we got multiple starters. All three of these starters were soooo good! Each starter had a wonderful flavor profile and were very tasty. Everyone tore into the Gamberoni all'Aglio e Olio, but the Carpaccio was my favorite. The Sfogliatina di Manzo Brasato For dinner I got the Cavatelli al Sugo di Coniglio (ricotta cavatelli, slow-roasted rabbit leg, natural roasting jus, soffritto, rosemary, Chianti reduction) with a extra rabbit leg. I did not need that extra leg, but so glad I got it because it made a lovely breakfast the next day. The rabbit just fell off the bone and complemented the pasta really well. I made it a point to remove the rabbit meat from the second leg and saved some pasta for my breakfast meal the next day. The Doctor got a steak and left no meat on the plate, so we can assume it was that good. The person picking up the tab order the Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Tuscan-style porterhouse, sliced for the table) for the table. That was a lovely piece of meat that I would highly recommend ordering. If you can't finish it, take it home for a treat the next day. Multiple sides were ordered and none were left: Patate alla Pugliese (thinly sliced potatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt), Portobello alla Griglia (marinated portobello, balsamic vinaigrette, scallions) and Zucchine Marinate (baby zucchini, garlic, Aleppo pepper, extra virgin olive oil). I only tried the potatoes and have to say they were very good with the porterhouse slice I had. Based on the empty plates, I would say the table was in agreement that the sides were good. No one had dessert as we were full, so I can't speak on that. But what I can speak on is that there is nothing in Cleveland that will make me come to visit with the exception of that rabbit dish, that will make me come back.

Cleveland, Ohio was our city of choice for our "Pit Stop" on our road trip from New York to…read moreChicago. Having spent many a night in this rehabilitated city, a steakhouse was exactly what me and my son were craving! Oliva's restaurant was close to our hotel and got rave reviews in the restaurant world, so a simple walk to this lovely place was easy and convenient. As you walk in, this beautifully filled bar was quite a sight to see and we managed to get an "A" table right by this bar. The menu here at Oliva was classic steakhouse faire and we didn't hesitate to jump right in. We started off with two classic London Dry Martinis with olives and a twist of lemon; and after seven hours in the car, with was due fully Of course we both wanted two ribeye steaks medium rare which they were (exactly), and were delicious. Our sides were: * Spicchio di Lattuga iceberg lettuce, scallions, croutons, roasted cherry tomatoes, pomodoro, gorgonzola dolce * Caprese del Giardino heirloom tomatoes, arugula, buffalo mozzarella, basil emulsion, aged Modena balsamic Two glasses of Carmazzi Barolo and this bountiful dinner was put in the record books.

I will start with ambience. It is nicely decorated. Drinks - we both got the margarita and it was…read morewell done. Food - we started with the crab cake and it was very good. Lots of crab meat and less of the cake/breading which is my preference. my wife ordered the chicken piccata and it was very good and a generous portion size. We ended with the chocolate torte which was very rich and very good. Perfect portion size.

Diner beware, this is NOT the place to go if there are more than 5 people in your group! I booked a…read moretable for 10 for a birthday dinner a few weeks in advance. We were seated quickly and I was looking forward to a good meal, but alas, that was not to be. After taking our drink order the server told us that there would be: A 20% gratuity automatically added to the bill (fine, it's to be expected), and there would be a 3% surcharge if you paid with anything other than cash (ugh) and oh yeah, they won't split the check. We should just pick somebody to pay the whole check and we could "just Venmo them" (and I guess, figure out a way to also split the 3% surcharge). Can't get around the surcharge as no one I know walks around with hundreds of dollars in their wallet, of course. None of this information is mentioned on their website or their socials or Open Table. It made for an ugly and embarrassing surprise,to say the least. Anyway, we all were shocked by that last item so we told the server we'd pay for our drinks but we were leaving. I'm a big supporter of independent restaurants but this ridiculous policy is incredibly alienating. So, birthday dinner plans ruined we made do with a local chain around the corner. Food was so so but at least they were pleasant, professional and accommodating for our large party. We tipped accordingly.

Amazing food every visit. Flautas de Pollo were very flavorful and authentically crafted. The…read moreshredded chicken tasted marinated and was tender. I appreciate how the staff bagged and wrapped order. Products were not soggy when I got home and still hot. The empanadillas are a 10/10. I've purchased these in the past and they were smaller but this time they were perfection in size, filling amount, and flavor. The jalapeño y queso is equally as delicious as everything else. Cooked well and consistent. Also, I picked up right before closing and everything was STILL quality. 100/10 everytime.

This was such a hidden gem in cleveland! We heard by mouth this was a good place for pupusas & they…read morewere right!!! (: We decided to come for lunch and try a bunch of different pupusas - jalapeños & cheese, revueltas, & chicharron!! All were so good, cooked to perfect! And the staff was so friendly and very helpful! The place was clean, decorated with awesome pics/places of El Salvador, & we got our food and drinks so fast!! I definitely recommend coming in and trying this place, even if you're new to Salvadoran food!

Food - excellent. Service - excellent. Wait time - excellent…read more I ordered wings, ribs, collards, mac and cheese, and pound cake. The ribs were tender and well seasoned. I do not get sauce as I want to taste the full seasoning. The wings were fried to perfections. The owner addresses people by name as they entered. You can tell that the restaurant has many regulars. She made you feel warm and welcome. Overall, lovely experience. You have to check them out!

Service was A+. Very friendly and generous. Clean sitting area (no dine in.) Food was very good…read more Catfish was excellent, fries good and mac n' cheese so-so. Will definitely return to try other offerings.

Let me start off by saying that I've only had Pho once or twice before and both times were at a…read morebroad scale, Asian food restaurant. A buffet. And while you can choose your ingredients for that, the experience was much different than it was here. Not knocking the other place, but this was truly magnificent. The appetizers were crisp and fresh and delicious and the Pho was really unbelievably good. We both chose Rice needles, and we each chose a different protein. I misunderstood or misread the menu and my son got beef tendon, which I personally, and I have to express that it was a personal feeling, found it unappealing ... That being said he seemed to enjoy it and that's all that mattered. I thought it said beef tenderloin because I didn't look at it long enough. He did agree, though that the next time he comes back, he's not getting that cause he wants to try either the chicken or shrimp. The service was amazing. Our waiter was very friendly, very prompt, answer questions to the best of his ability, and the food was brought out very quickly. We never had to wait for a refill on our water or assistance when I asked for additional napkins. It was all great. I can definitely say the soup was filling enough that we did not need the appetizers. While they were tasty, there was so much soup that they were needed. The ambience of the place was off the scale. I loved the look in the feel of everything,, the boots were very comfortable, the look and appeal of the restaurant around us were very nice nice, and I personally enjoyed the music being played. It was all modern contemporary music reimagined in what I believe was a Vietnamese style. It was fun, it was peppy, and just enjoyable to listen to. I will 100% be returning to this location

Features pho, of course (Vietnamese noodle soup, but I assume you already know that if you were…read morethinking of going here), but also a nice variety of appetizers, and a lot of bubble tea varieties, including Thai ice tea, my favorite. Big bowls of pho-- they don't stint on portion size. Spacious and well-lit, with beautiful decor and lots of room, including a small patio with two or three tables outside (but next to the parking lot). Right next to the movie theatre, so it's a good place to grab a bite before a show.

Good service. Somewhat confusing to order especially during lunch hour . Food/salads are good.read more

They never get the order correct! When you call they are very nice about it and offer to give your…read moremoney back. The problem, i have been waiting a month and have called twice with each person saying they were taking care of it :( The salads are good though. Can get a bit expensive when designing your own. Definitely get a lot. They offer bread with it. They definitely need to improve that!!!!!!!!!!!!! it is literally 1/2 slice of bread lol

What a delicious meal I just had. I ordered a chicken schwarma and falafel. It came out fairly…read morequick. The falafel valls were made to order. They didn't have any laying around. So that made everything that much better. To have fresh ingredients. The flavor profile was better than anyone could expect. It was seasoned perfectly. It was cooked perfectly as well. My taste buds loved it and they want me to come back. Which I will of course come back. It's located close to north Olmsted mall. Easy to find. Plenty of parking.

I really like this place. Has some solid vegan options. I do with ingredient facts were more…read moretransparent. The service is wonderful - I feel I am always greeted with a smile. I have never eaten in here, but they have some significant seating if you need a warm place to sit and eat (especially this winter).

Great restaurant…read more From the feel, to the drinks, food and service. This place has it figured out! Worth the visit!

I visited Lola's Bistro for lunch and it is beautiful inside. It was very lively, and the interior…read moredesign has a rustic, yet classy feel, that I really enjoyed. I had the salmon salade and it was phenomenal. The salmon was cooked perfectly, and I thought the pistachios paired really well with the french vinaigrette. I highly recommend this dish if you're a salmon lover. The restaurant was very busy at the time I went, so the service was very slow, we had a long wait for drink refills and checks, but understandable for the amount of people dining.

I first tried Mochinut at Paris baguette and I became fond of it. When I heard there was an actual…read moreMochinut location I knew I had to come. It sounds like they have different flavors a week? Or maybe per day? Not sure and I didn't ask. But the flavors they had today looked/sounded good so we had to get the 6 pack. When I bit into it, it kind of reminds me of Sopaipillas but with delicious toppings. It's so light and airy and doesn't feel like you're eating something heavy. I think these are great to get even for a home gathering.

They claim the mochinut (donuts made with mochi and fried) have a crispy outside, and a soft…read moreinside. The second part is correct, but having sat for a bit with glazes and sugary decor (not very distinct or identifiable by taste), go soft on the outside as well. It made me sad, I was excited, having grown up with mochi and wanting that crispy experience it did not deliver. Also, I very large fruit fly wandering among them. Why let them sit? Why not make them as ordered to keep crispiness? It's not a sitting to eat type of place.

Food, service and ambience all top notch. Cocktails looked and tasted wonderful. The Italian…read morelager (Forst) was a first time and was a nice treat. Shared the Funghi pizza with family as an appetizer and was delicious. Ingredients were fresh and tasty. Meatballs are unique and cooked with love. The menu changes quarterly, a sign of quality and passion. The spicy sausage with rigatoni was excellent. Looking forward to coming back soon. Kent is lucky to have a true Italian gem. Good luck guys. Hope the good times last forever.

Sweet! Another contender in Kent for a really great meal. Maddalena's food feels like your fav…read moreItalian auntie or Nona made it! That's what I pictured anyway in the first bite Dinner at 6:00 no reservations on a Thurs for 2. Would have been a 45 min wait, we were offered 2 seats at the pizza bar. Score! We were looking forward to dinner and a "show". Service is top notch. Friendly, helpful easy going. We went and the summer menu had just started. Which I think is a great thing to visit a place the menu changes. Food. We tried the meatball app. rich beefy flavor without the meatball being a dense brick. A chunky tomato sauce packed with flavor. We both wanted pasta and our server helped us pick. We requested 1 swap tomato sauce instead of pesto. The server had to check with chef. It made me think they almost were not going to honor the request. But they did. Phew We loved the orecchiette and rigatoni pastas. Both with sausage one spicy We also had the house made focaccia bread with olives and herbs and a really amazing dipping Olive oil We finished with 2 mini scoops of strawberry and hazelnut gelato. Setting. This is a tiny place. They packed it with tables and chairs. The result is LOuD. And barely room to squeeze in or walk through. That brings the experience down for both of us. Sitting at the pizza bar we could mostly hear each other. I suspect at the tables (by all the shouting) it was difficult to have a conversation. I would love to go back. Might try lunchtime and pray for less crowd This is food we loved to eat!