Disclaimer: I haven't been here in person, a friend brought me some stuff from here…read more Usually when I eat dan tot (egg tarts), I like the filling more than the crust, which I find to be weak and of more benefit as a mere container. But that's not the case here: the crust here is buttery and crisp enough to stand on its own in addition to a perfectly flavorful filling.

This Asian themed bakery is within Asiatown in Cleveland. There are a few long tables inside where…read moreyou can enjoy baked goods and teas. The set up is similar to your traditional coffee or bakery shop.

This is the second time I've visited Terrapin and its just as wonderful as my first time. I was…read moresolo this time, in the area, and had a hankering for a Forest. I looked them up online to see they stopped serving breakfast at 11:30am, but when I arrived, the menu said 11am. I told them that online was incorrect, but they were still gracious enough to accommodate me. I received my match Latte with oatmilk and honey while awaiting my sandwich. They never disappoint!

Went out to find a breakfast burrito spot. Was not…read moredisappointed at all. They have a small shared parking lot in the back. A small seating area. Got a donut too, their blueberry one. Very good, nice crispy outside and cake like center. The breakfast burrito came out and oh my, it was a gigantic burrito. Could definer feed someone two or three meals.

Had been craving Leavened for a week and finally decided to give in. Only problem is it's near my…read moregym... so I got pastries after a workout session. Whatever. I'm so sad about this, but this was not my favorite experience at Leavened. Customer service was great of course but my selections fell short. I got a mushroom and ricotta croissant, which was fine. I forgot the ricotta was supposed to be there because it mostly tasted liked mushroom, but it was good. I also got the cinnamon monkey bread. This was not good. It was seemingly cooked in the paper that it was served in so the top of the bread pieces were crunchy, the middle was softer and then everything else was completely stuck to the paper. I didn't get to eat about 1/3 of what I paid for and I had to work really hard for the other 1/3. Also, the bread had a very spicy taste. It must have been cinnamon and allspice, but it was entirely too much and very overpowering. It truly tasted like a spicy savory bread which is not what I was expecting or wanted. Monkey bread is usually gooey and sweet. This missed the mark, but that's okay. I'll certainly return for another treat soon. Also the bread was looking fire this day.

I think I've tried this place enough to finally declare it an overall disappointment. Today I tried…read morethe hoisin tofu sandwich. The bread was fresh and crusty, there were two small strips of tofu that had maybe been dribbled on by hoisin sauce at some point, some lettuce and jalapeño slices, and carrots. The sandwich was dry as a bone and a really sad empty version of a banh mi. The chocolate rye cookie I bought as a back up was thankfully still deliciously chocolatey and soft as usual. The guy at the register said the bread pudding still has a "cinnamon roll base, so it has orange in it" despite nothing in the sign denoting this awful addition to bread pudding and the fact that cinnamon rolls are not orange rolls. But I digress and I won't fight with a cashier over their poor decisions lol. Also got a cherry chocolate sourdough on impulse. Pray it is soft inside.

What an incredible experience! From the moment I arrived, the staff was exceptionally friendly,…read morewelcoming, and helpful. The service felt genuine and attentive throughout the entire meal. I started with the borscht, which was absolutely delicious--rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. For my main course, I had the lamb, and it was outstanding. It was cooked wonderfully, full of flavor, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. What really made the experience memorable was the combination of excellent food and genuinely warm hospitality. You can tell there is a lot of care behind both the kitchen and the service. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and would absolutely return. If you're dining here, I highly recommend trying the borscht and the lamb!

Came here for dinner after seeing a matinee show at Playhouse Square…read more A large space with cool decor and tableware. The meal began with some complimentary bread served with dipping oil. The bread was tasty and came with some herbs, though I wish it was served warm. I ordered the Clafoutis St. Abraham ($11) - a spinach and goat cheese pancake appetizer - and the rigatoni de Noricia ($24). The food came out quick. The appetizer was delicious. It had a slightly crispy exterior, and there was a great balance between the spinach and goat cheese. The rigatoni was also excellent. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the cream sauce was rich and flavorful. The rigatoni came with crumbles of house-made sausage, mushrooms, and herbs. I do wish there was more pasta. Service was friendly but slow. My server had her attention split between several tables. I waited a bit between water and bread refills, and paying the bill took some time. Nonetheless, if I'm not in a rush, I would definitely come here again because I liked the food and LOVE the restaurant's mission. The ladies next to me raved about the salmon, so I might try that next time.

My sisters and I were in town for a concert and stopped here on our way out. They have valet…read moreparking but we parked in the garage next door. The vibes in the restaurant were great. They had good music playing we were singing and dancing in our seats the whole time. Our waitress was friendly, she made conversations and recommendations. We shared the French toast it was light and the sauce was amazing but it was overall very sweet. I had the catfish and grits which was extremely well done and I left with leftovers. Overall it was a great experience. They do have an 18% gratuity on all meals so it was a bit pricey but overall I highly recommend this place.

Double Nickel is a solid brunch spot with great food and fun drink options, but there are a few…read morelogistical things to know before you go. I visited on a Saturday for brunch, and since they don't take reservations and the space isn't very large, there can be a bit of a wait during peak hours. Parking was probably the most frustrating part of the experience. Your main options are valet, street parking or parking in a city lot on a nearby street and walking over. It's doable, but not the most convenient -- especially if the weather isn't great or you're in a hurry. Once inside, though, the experience definitely improved. The atmosphere is cozy and lively without feeling chaotic, and the staff kept things moving despite how busy it was. The food was genuinely good and worth the wait. I ordered the shrimp and grits with chicken sausage, and it was flavorful, hearty, and clearly made fresh. I ordered 24K pancakes "with toppings" as a meal so it was around $20 and I thought it should've been way more fruit and whipped cream than it was for the price but that would be my only critique. One of the highlights was the drink menu -- especially the variety of mimosa options. If you're into brunch cocktails, you'll have plenty to choose from. I tried the lemon drop mimosa, which was refreshing, slightly tart, and a fun twist on the usual orange juice version. Overall, Double Nickel delivers where it matters most: tasty food and creative drinks in a cute brunch setting. Just plan ahead for parking and the possibility of a wait, and you'll likely leave happy (and full).

A cute little bakery in Little Italy that had a wide selection of items. Everything was fresh and…read morenothing was stale that we got. Very reasonable on pricing. The best item we tried was the Caramel Apple Bar.

I've been going here since I was a kid for many good reasons and the proof is in the size of my…read morehips! Is the best place for Italian bakery in Cleveland. My personal favorite is Sfogliatella which they do a superb job of. Can be tricky to park but worth the walk. Everything in here is excellent.

I walked by this place twice on my walk around downtown Cleveland and since I was cold, decided to…read morestop in for a coffee. I had never had Yemeni coffee before so I asked the barista for suggestions. Based on the fact that I wanted to also try one of their beautiful milk cakes (like a tres leches), I opted for the Mufawar coffee since he said it was less sweet and a bestseller. It was served on an adorable bamboo tray, piping hot and very strong! It had a unique flavor and paired well with my saffron milk cake. Yes...I said saffron. I was very hesitant to try this after he described saffron to me, so I actually got both saffron and biscoff milk cakes. Wow, this man knew his stuff! The saffron milk cake was absolutely scrumptious!!! And who doesn't love a biscoff cookie?! I had to take that one to go. I hope to return to Cleveland soon so I can try the pistachio latte (a sweeter coffee) and possibly a different flavor of milk cake. The coffee shop was quite large, bright, and tastefully decorated with lots of gold accents. I loved my experience there!

Two words: Pistachio Latte. They make the best in town, sometimes I have it with oat milk,…read moresometimes soy milk...but the delicious creaminess is there. They also carry a variety of cheesecakes which were all very good. Most of all, they open late until 10pm, I tend to visit after 8pm and that is a blessing. Bravo!

Four "Korean style hotcakes" and a shake for $18.09 including a $0.30 service fee. The wildflower…read morehoney matcha drip shake was delicious and tasted exactly like honey and matcha. Very nice. I had no idea I was getting a shake however since the menu option was for a variety 4 pack of hot cakes. The shake name was on there but the menu doesn't lead one to believe it wasn't just a hot cake flavor. Somehow I chose three flavors and the shake but got four hotcakes so the menu could be clearer. The hotcakes weren't hot but weren't cold. They'd be great if hot. The mess with eating these is unbelievable. They come in paper sleeves and with the first bite the sweet syrupy filling bursts out the other end which will leave whatever it hits in a super sticky coating. Beware. None of the hotcakes were labeled and they all tasted very similar despite one having some chocolate filling in it so I have no idea what the Space Invaders etc cake taste like. Was ordered at 742, immediately confirmed, and I picked it up in 20 minutes. You walk in to this food hub and check in on the tablets and then go to the front counter where your order is scanned out and given to you. There are five or six "restaurants" selling food through orders made on a very slow website without any way to call anybody if there is a question. That is a big drawback in my opinion if there is a question or error made.

I've never seen this kind of dessert place before so I was kind of confused but it's a Korean…read morefilled hot cake dessert that's also vegetarian and vegan if you don't mind some honey! The filling does really drip out like crazy as the name suggests but apparently the whole messiness is a part of the Korean street dessert experience which I appreciate the authenticity. I've tried it a few times now but I have to say the taro space invaders and milkshake are my favorite(: it tastes like bubble tea but better!

I tried a scoop of the Dubai chocolate ice cream. As with most Dubai chocolate things, it came with…read morea surcharge. A regular scoop here costs $7.50. A scoop of Dubai chocolate ice cream here costs $10. The ice cream itself - a mix of chocolate and pistachio ice cream - was very good. Sweet, creamy, and you can tell it was homemade. The mix-ins - pistachios and kataifi (the little crunchy things in Dubai chocolate) - weren't bad, but in my opinion, there weren't enough mix-ins to justify the higher price. As with most places that offer Dubai chocolate things, I felt like they were kind of stingy with the kataifi. That being said, I did enjoy the ice cream and thought the staff was friendly. I probably wouldn't get the Dubai chocolate again due to the price, but I will come back to try their other flavors. A small spot with limited indoor seating.

Great service. Deeeee-li -cious ice cream. (I had chocolate with brownie bits). Interesting…read moredecor. This ice cream is homemade and you can definitely tell. It's a trek to come here from the suburbs, but I encourage you to give it a try.

Best cakes I could ask for in OHIO!!! They are so delicious and not too sweetened like other…read moredessert places. My boyfriend is addicted to these cakes, especially for the chocolate mousse lol, we have to go there every week. Also they have Monday & Wednesday special for 5$ per slice! Each slice is huge (as big as my hand), its absolutely worthy. Of course the service is as great as the cakes. I wish I can give them 100 stars!

I just love Cake Royale. Look, if you're going to stuff your face with pastries, you mine as well…read morego big or go home. Their cannolis are absolutely to die for, and they often have $1 cannoli deals to celebrate their anniversaries. You can build your own cannoli as well, which is nice if you can't make a decision. Which appears to always be everybody in the West Side Market but me... They also do custom cakes, which I've never personally ordered, but will one day if I ever need it. You can't go wrong with any delicacy you see in their cabinet -- everything is delicious, and they clearly take a lot of pride in their bakery! The staff is always very accommodating and friendly, and they move their line like pros. Cake Royale, you're royally awesome!