An absolutely fantastic visit today. Our daughter is moving out of town, and for her "going-away" dinner she wanted one more visit to Cru. What a wonderful choice it turned out to be. From beginning to end, this was truly a remarkable dining experience. Every time we visit, it seems like both the food and the service continue to get even better. We had reserved a table on the outdoor patio and were seated promptly. We absolutely love the patio--its ambiance is second to none and, in our opinion, it's one of the best outdoor dining spaces in the city. This time, we decided to keep things light and ordered a selection of appetizers, a cheese board, and desserts. Since the menu changes four times a year, there's little point in listing every dish, as they'll likely be different by the time someone reads this review. A huge compliment goes to the entire kitchen staff. Every appetizer was beautifully prepared, and they even made a special zucchini blossom for our daughter, which was a wonderful surprise. A special thank you also goes to the pastry chef. The three desserts were outstanding, and the personal touch of writing "Good Luck in Chicago" in chocolate on one of the dessert plates made the evening even more memorable. We also want to recognize both sommeliers. During a previous visit, one of them had prepared an incredible house-made bar nut mix that we still talk about. We asked whether it was still available, and although he explained it was no longer on the menu, he went out of his way to prepare it for us on the spot. Our daughter absolutely loved it. Our second sommelier (whose name I unfortunately forgot) was equally wonderful. She took the time to recommend several excellent Pinot Grigios after my daughter asked for suggestions, and her knowledge and enthusiasm were greatly appreciated. Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our server, Julie, who provided warm, attentive, and professional service throughout the evening. She helped make an already special occasion even more enjoyable. As we were leaving, my daughter summed it up perfectly: "This was probably my favorite visit out of all the times we've been here." For a restaurant we've enjoyed many times over the years, that's about the highest compliment we could give. Thank you to everyone at Cru for making our daughter's farewell dinner so memorable. We wish you continued success and can't wait for our next visit. read more

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The food presentation is impeccable. The service has young kids, but they're striving to do a good job. And the ambience is just straight up fancy. It's a great place for a monumental birthday, anniversary, birthday, a date night or a large event as they do have private rooms Parking is a bit of a headache as they don't have enough space. So come early and be prepared to walk. Although they do have valet parking, it's sometimes a pain in the butt as it takes a long time. read more

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We had the best time celebrating our anniversary at Cru Uncorked! Tonya was our waitress and she was phenomenal. She made it a dinner experience and was so kind and knowledgeable. She took us out to the immaculate garden while we waited for our appetizers. I love how they grow their own greens. The food was so fresh and flavorful. We loved everything we had. The drinks were tasty too! Top notch service and ambiance! read more

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I dined at this fine dining restaurant on Valentine's Day with my husband and another couple. Unfortunately, we were all pretty underwhelmed considering this place is supposed to be "fine dining." With it being a romantic holiday at a romantic restaurant, I would have thought the restaurant might have done somethihg extra special for its guests that evening, but that wasn't the case. The restaurant is beautiful with some rooms definitely being more impressive than other rooms. The service was a bit inconsistent. Our primary server was charming and fairly humorous, however, at the end of the meal, he made an error regarding the cost of my friend's wine. When notified of the mistake, he returned with the "fix" that was still incorrect. Ultimately after some back and forth, he acknowledged that a change was made to the cost by the restaurant that he wasn't aware of, and charged the correct amount and provided an apology. With the end of the meal ending on somewhat of a sour note, I thought perhaps he would have comped the dessert, but no such luck. Our entire table of 4 thought the quality of our meals were mediocre to good, which unfortunately was very disappointing considering the price point. The highlight of the meal were the cocktails which were definitely very good. read more

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Cru Uncorked is probably the first place we've been to in Cleveland that lived up to the label of "fine dining". Our server was extremely knowledgeable about each of the dishes; I only wished we listened to more of her recommendations because the one dish we got that was among the ones she recommended was absolutely divine (soup of the day, which was a zucchini soup). She recommended each person get 3 courses, so that's what we did. The complimentary bread was probably the least memorable dish we had. It consisted of a slice of french bread, cranberry/walnut bread, and asiago bread. The bread was a bit hard and chewy for my taste. It was served alongside a port wine infused butter, which sounded nice in concept, but was unexpectedly bland. As for our remaining dishes... First Course: - Vol-au-vent Escargot - Soup of the day Second Course: - Seared Foie Gras - Crabmeat Saint Francis Third Course: - Coriander Duck Breast - Filet Au Poivre Dessert: Gateau Au Chocolat Unsurprisingly, the foie gras was my favorite, with the soup of the day being the unexpected close second. Every dish was perfectly executed and highlighted the best of each seasonal ingredient. The part that went wrong for me was getting multiple dishes with an apple component, which lost its magic pretty quickly; as such, I lamented at the lost potential of each dish. As for dessert, I highly recommend the Gateau Au Chocolat to all chocolate lovers out there. From the light cream to the dense cake, every part was unbelievably rich in chocolate flavor. The hazelnut crumble made it especially delightful. All in all, I'd dare say that the food was the best food I've had in Cleveland in all the years I've been here. Similarly, the ambiance was both cozy and elegant. The restaurant was divided into "little dining rooms", each with 4-5 tables and a fireplace, which is a real improvement from some upscale places where you still can't hold a proper conversation without yelling. This makes Cru Uncorked is the absolutely perfect place for a romantic dinner. Price was certainly hefty, but ultimately, it was worth every penny. Would 100% come again. read more

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I wish I had pictures, but the food was so good I ate it before I remembered! We chose this restaurant for my daughter's 15th birthday, and it was perfect. They gave the teens their own table, and our waitress took great care of both groups -- super kind, patient, and helpful. They brought bread and a little cheese-filled pastry puff before the meal, which was delicious. I had the octopus with risotto and the filet au poivre, which melted in my mouth. We also ordered the house truffle pasta, and I instantly wished I'd gotten it as my main. My daughter loved her burger too. Beautiful atmosphere, great service, amazing food. Highly recommend -- I'll definitely be back! read more

Everything you would expect from a high-end dining experience! The service was impeccable. Each one of the staff members we encountered was extremely professional and welcoming. The main dining areas are elegant and intimate. Perfect for a date or special occasion. I have heard that the patio is delightful as well. We sat in the bar and were extremely impressed by the knowledgeable bartender who expertly crafted perfect cocktails, and was able to expertly suggest different wines throughout the night. The food was delicious. It was thoughtfully and creatively plated, and all of the ingredients were in perfect harmony with one another. Cannot wait to go back! read more

My husband and I were very excited to celebrate our anniversary here, unfortunately the food just fell very flat. The ambiance is beautiful and our waiter was nice. Unfortunately that was the only pros of our dinner. We started off with some cocktails--I got the caipirinha and the while we're young and both cocktails just fell flat so ended up with a basic glass of champagne instead. They started us off with complimentary bread and infused butter--the butter tasted like stale fridge and extremely unpalatable. The food we ordered all tasted quite lackluster. The presentation was beautiful but lacked substance, lacking flavor, texture and an imbalance of overly sweet sides. Overall the entire meal was disappointing and I don't think we will be returning. For a similar price, I would recommend marble room instead read more

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Hi Crux, Thank you for asking about my experience. This was my first time dining at Crux, and while the food itself was excellent -- flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly prepared with care -- I did find the portions embarrassingly small for the price. Still, the wonderful taste helped make up for that. What truly ruined the experience, however, was the condition of the glassware. Every single glass we were given -- including the wine, beer, brandy, and water glasses -- had a strong odor that resembled sewer water. Throughout our meal, we asked for new glasses four different times in the hopes that the smell would be gone once our bottled water was poured in, but unfortunately, every replacement glass had the same foul odor. The bottle of water itself did not smell. I even took it home and poured it into one of my own glasses to be certain, and there was no odor whatsoever. This confirmed that the problem came from your glassware. I'm not sure what your glasses are being washed in, but the smell was so unpleasant and nauseating that it overshadowed what should have been a lovely dining experience. For such a high-end restaurant, this kind of sanitation issue is deeply concerning and reflects a serious oversight by management. It's very disappointing that my first visit -- and a birthday celebration -- was tainted by something so preventable. I hope you'll look into this carefully, because your food and service deserve better than to be diminished by an issue like this. Sincerely, Renee read more

I have been to cru two times and both times have been spectacular. Each season the menu changes, so if something sounds good get it then or it will be gone next visit. The service is always good, but depending on the time you may find it takes longer to get the food. I would suggest going earlier if you don't want to sit for a while. The ambiance is beautiful, and the tables are well spaced so it's easy to hear others. I would highly suggest Cru Uncorked to anyone more adventurous with their palette. read more

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Superb service and excellent food per usual. We love coming here and can't wait to come back. Duck and halibut is a must here! Their duck was so juicy, I just wish there was more! read more

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My friend and I were craving desserts and I knew Cru Uncorked was a hidden gem with this sort of thing. So were seated in a secluded area as requested on our reservation. Our waiter was amazingly thoughtful and kind. Excellent service from his end! He took my friends nut allergy into account and was trying his best to be as accommodating as possible. I also greatly appreciated the list of non alcoholic drinks! My friend thought her cappuccino was great! The chocolate stone was very rich and the mocha ice cream in a cone tasted great as well. Although, the $18 price seemed like a little too much for such a small serving. Although, I know the ambience is fine dining and should be expected. We came to celebrate my friends belated birthday and they were very kind and accommodating with a crème brûlée with a candle to blow out! I appreciate how the wait or noted the details on the reservation. I look forward to coming again one day and trying out the rest of the menu. read more

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My aunt and I love our wine and this has quickly become our go-to dinner and drinks restaurant. Everyone is amazing (especially Rosie and Janine). The food is always outstanding and the wine list is the best in Cleveland. We are both vegetarians and they are beyond accommodating! For a special occasion, or just for a night out with a fellow wine lover, you cannot go wrong coming here. read more

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By far the best restaurant in cleveland Probably also the most expensive in cleveland as well but worth it L albatross is good but cru uncorked is outstanding read more

Celebrated our 45 wedding anniversary at Cru. Went on a Tuesday night with reservations. Restaurant was active but certainly not crowded. It seemed there was a private wine tasting taking place in one of the private rooms. Probably one of the nicest appointed restaurants in town. Beautiful building, elegant room and tables. Perfect for a major celebration. Service was very attentive without being over bearing. Food selection is somewhat limited which is expected for a high-end establishment. I had the halibut with sauce verjus, golden raisins, capers, marcona almonds, pommes purée. Incredible. My wife had the trout with lemon, capers, romanesco, broccoli purée, pavé potatoes, beurre noisette. Also fantastic. The wine list is probably the best in town, although most of the selections by the bottle are out of my price range. Wife had a glass of white, I had a whiskey sour (not on menu) and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc with dinner. The selections by the glass were just ok. Nothing really that special. Portion sizes were decent, maybe even a little larger than I expected. They offered us dessert on the house for our anniversary but we declined. We just don't like taking anything we don't pay for. Nice gesture though. The general manager came thru stopped at everyone's table making sure everyone was satisfied. All in all a fantastic dining experience. Prices are not for the faint of heart so go in knowing it is expensive. I would definitely return. A special occasion restaurant. read more

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Dinner here was a surprise in the best way! The ambiance is very nice, upscale, and even a little homey. We sat inside but had a great view of one of the outdoor patios. I would definitely like to come back and enjoy the outdoor space on a sunny day. The service started out a little slow as we sat for 5-10 minutes without receiving menus. However, our very personable waitress and the kind support staff made up for this little hiccup. Our waitress provided background on the restaurant, the menu, and excellent recommendations. We ordered the scallops based on her recommendation, and these were perhaps the best scallops I've ever had at a restaurant. The lobster crab cake appetizer was also a standout- flaky, flavorful, and overall delicious. read more

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Elegant. Beautifully presented food that tasted delicious. Wait staff were friendly, helpful explaining the dishes, and spoke when spoken to. We had a reservation after golfing, so we cleaned up and went. So having a glass of wine and relaxing in the fine quiet room was perfect. We weren't rushed, and enjoyed our meal with starters Cru Greens and Spanish octopus. I've eaten a lot of octopus, and I liked this version, crispy on the outside and tender when chewing. The seasoning was not hot, but tasty. For entrees Hubby had the duck, which he liked. I had the Arctic Char. It was tender with large flakes. The peas in the lemon thyme butter sauce were delicious. The helpings were not large, but satisfying. For dessert we shared The Piña Colada. Consider giving a gift card to someone who would enjoy fine dining. read more

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My wife and I went and sat at the bar and had drinks and appetizers. Excellent bartender and apps were delicious.

I visited cru twice. The first time was great with my boyfriend. I thought it would be a great place to bring my mom for her birthday. So I took my mom for the second visit. Now I'm sorry to my mom I did so. Since my first visit was indoor, I made a reservation for their patio seat. The ambience was great, but I noticed the servers looked tired. No smile and slow service. The young server bringing bread was diligent and kind, but the main server made us to wait a long time. I think it took us 30 min to get some napkins. Food was good, and I tried to make sure my mom is having a good time. We saw a manager was greeting and talking with other tables - Except our table. Looking around, I realized we are the only people of color. My mom is even thinking the manager is racist. I tried to make an eye contact with him, but he simply ignored us. He walked around in the patio several times and never stopped at our table. I've been to so many Michelins star restaurants as a fine dining frequent visiter, and never had this kind of negligence. My mom ordered a stake, and she was surprised there's no stake knife. The knife we were given is a regular bread knife. I asked the server they have a stake knife. He smirked. He told us there's no other stake knife and if wanted, he would slice the stake for my mom. We said no thanks. If you are white, you won't have any problem. If you are non-white, I don't recommend you to experience this kind of racist negligence. The food and drinks are good - but I'm telling you they are not even close to Michelin star level. But I want to note that other employees were great, especially the valet people. It's just sad that their boss is a racist. read more

Much ore expensive than any of its local competitors but far better excellent service, outstanding wine list. incredible food only complaint hospitality greeting by hostess interrupting meal that would never happen in France where absolutely nothing would interfere with the experience of enjoying the meal read more

I wanted to LOVE this restaurant; I really did. The ambiance was romantic and we were shown our table through the restaurant off to a dark corner. Honestly, this was my first strike for the night with lousy table positioning. It was a hot Cleveland night and the air didn't seem to be working well, so we were starting to sweat. It is hard not to have high expectations in a top-tier restaurant and it seemed like things were off; bummer for such a fancy place with a big reputation. Full disclosure; this was during COVID times and staff seemed limited. We were seated and didn't have a visit from a server for at least 10 minutes, which seemed like a long time to be greeted and for a drink order to be taken. The good: Grey Goose martini straight up with blue cheese stuffed olives: Perfect. Escargot: insane Bread basket: devoured Dessert: shared and we all had a taste Wine Cellar: they took us on a tour to see the incredible wine selections available. The wine selection will satisfy the most discerning wine connoisseur. The bad: Menu: When searching for a wine, I was impressed, but overwhelmed by the sheer mass of wines available using the iPad menu; I kept scrolling and scrolling for what I wanted . There wasn't a server available to get suggestions; hence, my order of a cocktail. Bread: I asked for more bread to sop up the buttery goodness the escargot soaked in. No bread ever came. This is basically the reason I came; for the dunk!! :( Duck: This dish was not to my liking, but my kind brother-in-law switched plates with me and his steak was delicious. I appreciate fine dining, but am equally happy with fresh, simple ingredients with less fanfare. My experience wasn't the best, but realize it may have been an off night. I don't live in Cleveland and will likely not be back, but know others that do. read more

Overpriced with very slow service. On the other hand, the food is delicious once it arrives. SLO, the facility and grounds are beautiful.

What an experience. The restaurant was tasteful and reasonably comfortable. Nice ambiance. We had to use valet parking, but at a place like this, it seems par for the course. Our server Al was wonderful. Not only is he quite knowledgeable, but the man is unfailingly kind. He added to the experience as much as the food. Speaking of: Fair warning - the prices here are up there, to be prepared to easily spend a couple hundred dollars on dinner for two. But know that you're paying for quality and creativity. Quantities are reasonable, and presentation is attractive. The other thing to note here is speed - or rather, the intentional lack thereof. There is a purposeful slowness here. You don't feel compelled to clear your plate and free up the table, and the courses are delivered with enough time in between that you do yourself a disservice if you don't take the time to appreciate the food. You can be here for two hours. Enjoy it. Overall, this is truly one of those rare "special occasions" places. We may only come once or twice each year, but I'd recommend Cru to anyone. read more

We have visited Cru a number of times. This time we were not impressed with the menu selection, but being that we came from out of town, we decided to keep our reservation. The space is beautiful and the service is professional. It is not noisy. We shared the beet soup and crab salad. Both were fine. My wife's sea bass was good, whereas my duck was less than adequate in taste and preparation. We do not care for the black plates (depressing and black does not show off the food) and we do not like our food served in bowls. They have an extensive wine list, very expensive. We bought $90 bottle of wine. The wine glasses were of mediocre quality, clunkier than the ones we use at our home. It made us wonder if they use that same glass when someone purchases a $500 bottle of wine. Due to their higher prices the restaurant still needs to make a few upgrades to be a five star restaurant. read more

Cru Uncorked - Sea bass - French Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

What an experience at this unique, chic French driven restaurant in Cleveland - from impeccable service (Julie was top notch), quality of food and great building layout! Loved the gardens in the back, the bar and outside seating area. Had business dinner, and our hosts setup an a la carte menu for us, so I cannot offer insights into pricing. Had a wedge salad, followed by a delicious filet mignon. Of course I expected high quality, who wouldn't n a French restaurant? It was above! Finished with a fresh strawberry cake. Plating was fantastic, compliments to the chef! read more

Cru Uncorked - Filet mignon - French Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

Wonderful meal and service. Top notch. $400 for 4 people, so it does break the bank. It's so expensive that it's a little unfortunate. If they could just lower the prices to $30-40/plate, it could really be a phenomenal, upscale dining experience for locals. But instead, it's a special occasion only place. And I would love for this to be a regular spot that we eat at all the time but it's completely prohibitive. The portions are extraordinarily small, however, I understand that this is traditional with French anyway. Beautiful food and wonderful night... But I truly wish they could lower things just slightly so people could enjoy it more instead of feeling like every bite they take is $10. Think... $20 octopus appetizer that is 4 bites. read more

I absolutely love this place. The execution of all the food is perfection. The service was impeccable. The drinks were delicious. The price isn't exactly cheap, but it's worth the food and service read more

My first time here and had an excellent experience. Came here for date night with hubby. The ambiance is good for a variety of occasions. There is a dark lounge type area for small gatherings. There is a bar area for a bit of a causal bite. We were seated in a large room with lots of natural light that was more formal. The staff were really kind, and service was timely. We got cocktails, which were yummy. We didn't try their wines this time, but will plan on doing that next time. We had the lamb tartare, and squash blossoms. I am officially a fan of squash blossoms now. Hubby had the duck, which was flavorful, and I had the Corn Agnolotti. Decent potion sizes for the price and we loved everything we ate. Telling everyone to come here, and can't wait to come back myself and try more. read more

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Was very excited to try this restaurant. We are from new york and flew in for the holidays to visit family. This was our one special night out and were expecting an amazing experience. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, feels like a luxurious country club. Really pretty art and design. Loved the fireplaces. The food is expensive but honestly not crazy considering the quality. Really great presentations on all the dishes and the flavors were there. The scallops were phenomenal. The soup was great and we loved the fresh bread and butter. The only issue was the service. Not sure if it was an off night but our server, Jersey, was not on top of things. Very slow to get menus, cold and off putting, talked really fast and loudly. Hate to say it but ruined the experience for us. Ive never left a 1 star review and feel guilty doing so but it seems like this place could have it all if the service was different. Maybe its like that across the board or maybe it was just an off night. We didnt pay the bill but at these prices there is a standard that should be met and sadly this missed the mark. read more

Annual family fine dining dinner. Every year we have one fine dining meal as part of the Christmas celebration including my 80 year old mother and the teens. This year we went to Cru Uncorked. The younger teen was coming fresh off of hockey practice so he had: beet salad, Asiago cheese bread with pink peppercorn butter, lobster roll, cru burger with short rib and gruyere and chocolate tart...and a bite of lamb from his dad's entree and some potato croquette from his sibling's entree and some of the chorizo emulsion from my octopus appetizer and a few bites of his dad's mocha Creme brûlée. He reports that all was great but that the lobster roll with fresh lobster, brioche, quail egg, paddlefish caviar, tiny celery and black truffle coulis was the best. Since he ate 1/2 the menu, take his word for it. To be clear all was well loved by him. With the exception of the lobster roll, the octopus app and the escargot, I would recommend sticking to beef or lamb here. Hubs had the lamb: loved it! Mom had short ribs: loved it! Older teen had filet mignon: loved it! Younger teen had the burger: loved it! I had the dover sole: liked it. It was alright. Service is attentive and cheerful, decor is luxe and intentional, cocktails are well blended and desserts are magic. read more

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I have been wanting to dine at Cru for a few years now and finally got my birthday wish. Dinner was exquisite and the staff was wonderful in every sense. I'll be back to dine at the outside patio. HalibutShort RibsShort RibsShort Ribs read more

Cru Uncorked - Halibut - French Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

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I ate here with some friends last month. The design and space is gorgeous.They have a really cool hallway where they store all their wine and they display really interesting bottles. My friend said they have hundreds more in a cellar under the restaurant. I love the art and fresh flowers in the entrance. food is amazing. I think the chef trained in france. I Really enjoyed the beef, tuna, salad and homemade bread and butter. They have a burger that looked good. there is also a greenhouse where they grow the vegetables and i think they have a piano in the bar. The only problem was the server. jessy/ jerzy. He made us feel uncomfortable. he kept kinda hitting on me which was awkward. He was also super condescending towards us when we asked about a wine on the list. we felt like he was talking down to us because we hadnt heard of the wine. sorry, i guess only wine experts eat here! The funny thing is that our friend works for a wine magazine but told us not to say anything. Overall the vibe was a little off and weird. was thinking of doing a bridal shower here but will probably go elsewhere read more

Food has always been outstanding. Last night the presentation was exquisite. As good a dinner as I've had anywhere.

We had an outstanding dinner at Cru Uncorked last night. The atmosphere, food, and service were all exceptional. Our server, Al, was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. He elevated our experience to a level seldom found here in Cleveland. The Sommelier was clearly passionate about wines. She exhibited an extraordinary depth of knowledge and understanding, and was so animated and enjoyable as she delivered her recommendations. The pairing she suggested was spot on, albeit a bit expensive. The restaurant itself is most impressive. Private gardens, cozy nooks and crannies, al fresco dining options, a vaulted bar. You would never know how elaborate and extensive the facilities are from just driving by. But despite the size and scale of the operations, the various dining options were all intimate and charming, with the focus on providing the best service possible for the customer. You made our wedding anniversary celebration very special. We will be talking about our dinner at Cru for some time. read more

Cru Uncorked - Touring the wine cellar. Incredible! - French Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

good food, good service, nice atmosphere....nothing drop dead amazing, but good. For the price of the food, I have a high expectation and they demand to be critiqued due to this. So i would say that some of the accents on the plate simply did not elevate the dish, they seemed to be used simply to "decorate" the plate, and could have been left off. It seemed they were used to "fool" you into why you're paying as much as you are. I also feel that the Pre-meal bread could have been much better and with this quality Meal, and at ANY meal like this, I typically would expect an Amuse Bouche. I am assuming they either never serve this, or didn't because it was a weekday, but that's just cutting corners and not acceptable. All that aside, my Biggest complaint would simply be that they label themselves as "French" and this simply did Not at all feel French. Most of our items were more Italian than French. This Mis-identity simply made me feel misled and confused. I don't want to downplay the meal, I enjoyed it, I just think there were a few missteps that if resolved would have put it where it needs to be. This place simply would never survive in Las Vegas or Los Angeles because it just was not good enough cohesion, but in a small town like Chagrin Falls/Moreland Hills, it works with a captive audience. Overall, I feel it was either lacking a chef's passion, or their was complacency that is evident. read more

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Awesome cocktails! Great selection of wine too. The food quality and service has really improved from before. Love the ambiance.

We dined at Cru for Mothers Day weekend and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The interior of Cru is beautiful and I loved that it wasn't overpacked with seating. Our waiter, Al, was so knowledgeable about the menu. We ended up trying all of the appetizers on their spring menu. Everything was prepared to perfection. I got the Char for my entree and I may have found my new favorite fish dish! Thank you Cru for a wonderful night out! I can't wait to return. read more

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The absolute pinnacle of fine dining in Cleveland. Highly recommend. Each dish offers a fresh, creative and artful palette of seasonal flavors. And it only got better from there -- the desserts were mind-blowing, bursting with flavor, and stunning to look at. The best we've had. All too often fine dining = predictable, overpriced menu in a stodgy setting. But not at cru! Every dish was inspired, thoughtfully crafted, and beautifully presented. Portions were very reasonable -- and while its not cheap, the value per $ far exceeds that of any other top-tier restaurant in Cleveland. The wine list and expansive cellar is unparalleled. Service is warm, fun, friendly, and always anticipated every need we had. Cru may be far from the action and verve of the city, but it is certainly worth the journey for a special evening! read more

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Food was fantastic. Servers took their positions seriously and were attentive. Ambiance was a bit stuffy but effort was made to elevate the experience. read more

I have been here three times now and although this started off a five star for me, it has turned into just an "ok". The staff is nice and the location is very clean. However, when spending these big bucks, I'd wish for something more "wow". With that being said though, the portion sizes are great and some of the food is delicious. There was a soup we tried that was fantastic, and a lobster dish that was outstanding, but there was a steak that was just okay and the pasta was nothing to write home about. Also, in terms of dietary restrictions, you'd think they would be more accommodating. When someone at my table cannot have dairy at all, the waiter didn't have anything to say or help with when trying to pick something on the menu that would work for him. He kept saying "well that has dairy too". He didn't ask the chef if there were any substitutions at all, until we finally were like "can you just put some veggies on the side" and he said sure. Another thing is the kids menu. Given the fact that a lot of kids probably don't come here, they don't offer any smaller sized portions. The child I was with eats everything and anything so when they asked for kid options, they said they had buttered noodles.....We asked if we could get one of the dishes but half the size or split size and they said no. We ended up ordering a main plate for the child which wasn't an issue, but again, surprising how unaccommodating they were for such a simple request, especially at the price we were paying to eat there. Will I be back? Probably in the future. The atmosphere is pleasant in that neck of the woods. Is it something that I will rave about? Unfortunately not. It is definitely worth a try because it might be your taste, but if you have any allergies or need special requests, just be prepared they might not be able to offer you any suggestions. read more

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