Haven't been to "Flour" for a long time. So we decided to return this evening. It's a nice establishment in a good location in Moreland Hills with complimentary valet service. Getting a reservation was easy and convenient. I don't know why but the menu has just never excited me. It is a reasonably varied menu with a decent selection, but it's just lacking any creativity. Our server, Maia, was a very pleasant young woman who did an excellent job all evening. She was very effective and efficient. The wine list did include a good selection of excellent Italian wines by the glass. I enjoyed a very nice Amarone. I started with the "Fried Olives" which were tasty but just looked like a plate of marbles. My brother ordered the "Eggplant Meatballs" which I must say were excellent. They were tender and flavorful served in a marvelous marinara sauce... I might go so far as to say they were the highlight of the meal. I ordered the "Lamb Rigatoni" as my entree. It was good, with plenty of tender shredded lamb, but I couldn't help but wish it was covered by the marinara that was on the meatballs. My wife had the "Grilled Bronzini" which she said was very good. But somehow I was reading on her face, "it was just fish". We finished with a good cup of coffee and a scoop of very good ice cream. I can't really point to any specific disappointment. I was just underwhelmed. I wasn't motivated enough to take any pictures... sorry. I think you should give them a try and voice your opinion. read more

The crispy calamari was well fried and light, with good texture and seasoning. Not memorable, but solid. The ricotta agnolotti was just fine, it lacked depth. The margherita pizza was balanced and clean, though a bit less strong in flavor compared to the other pizzas on the table. The funghi pizza was earthy and satisfying, though it benefited most when eaten fresh, before the flavors dulled slightly as it cooled. The spinach and artichoke pizza stood out with excellent balance, richness, and texture. Easily one of the better items of the night. The crispy Brussels sprouts were a highlight, well executed with strong flavor and proper crispness. The crispy potatoes were good but secondary. read more

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Went for lunch. The dining area is spacious. Tables fill the rooms. The bar is by the front door as you walk in. Our waitress was very good. She explained the menu. We order. While we waited we enjoyed the olive oil and delicious bread. We didn't wait long, and the food was very good. The burger was delicious and not messy. The flatbread pizzas were individual or larger. We order the larger flatbread, and took half home. We had a reservation. The noise level was good. read more

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I was here after dinner not long ago and had a fantastic experience. My friends and I sat at the bar for cocktails and left in the best of moods (not only because of a nice buzz but primarily due to our charming, funny and attentive bartender). I had two expresso martinis that were delicious, and I know my friends also enjoyed their drinks. read more

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Nice location & inviting ambiance, limited parking spaces but valet is convenient. Dinning service was rushed, waiter didn't introduce or offer a name, walking away in the middle of taking my order. I requested the Lamb Rigatoni, not more than 5 mins later I received the plate with over cooked flat pasta, warm tomato based sauce with shredded lamb coated with cheese. Taste was bland at best, waiter didn't return to the table to check on me, someone else took the plate from the table. No follow-up from anyone for approx 25 mins after the plate was removed from the table to suggest dessert or the check. Unfortunately, this was a missed opportunity & my 1st time in Ohio. 1 & done... read more

Flour - Lamb Rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

Love the spicy margaritas, great Italian food, great service. The atmosphere is lovely and buzzy, the bar is fun and good for people watching. I enjoy the small patio in the summer, even though it overlooks the parking lot. We once ate here during a power outage, and the server was so kind. He made our night. The brunch menu is also great! read more

Fresh Pasta, Wood-Fired Pizza, Crafted Cocktails and an exceptional Wine list Drinks Rosemary Tequila Sour Castellano Veneto Pinot Grigio Dinner Stuffed Banana Peppers Tagliatelle Bolognese Funghi Pizza read more

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Flour is an excellent Italian restaurant. My favorite food item is their eggplant meatballs. The staff is amazing. There is a bar where you can eat at & tables also in bar. The dining room decor is great. They take reservations. read more

Came here for lunch on a Tuesday so was happily surprised to see it's half priced wine bottle day! Yay! Didn't get pix of the lunch but it was very tasty! Husband got the papadelle bolognese and I got the spinach/artichoke pizza and tomato soup. We would recommend both! The soup was creamy and very hearty similar to the pizza. And the pasta was so fresh and very filling. The service was good although there was a server in training so a bit slow but that is Ok. I docked a star because the drinks were very slow and the bread service came out after the food. Then we had to ask for salt and pepper, cheese, and red pepper flakes which didn't come until we were almost done eating. Also I wanted more than one option for fresh pasta on the lunch menu so I guess we will have to come back for dinner. I did enjoy the higher scale food but a casual ambiance. This is definitely some of the better food we have had in Cleveland to date. read more

Flour - Lunch menu - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

Staff was friendly and the pizza was great. The Mediterranean salmon special was tasty, though at $35, it didn't feel worth it. The banana pie was excellent--a definite highlight. For an Italian restaurant, the menu lacked variety. The space was loud with no soft furnishings to absorb sound, and the atmosphere felt off--no tablecloths, mismatched music, and servers reaching across the table. No Michelob Ultra or Bud Light either. Good food, but the overall experience didn't quite match the price. $19 glass wine France Chardonnay; Caesar salad with chicken $25; Mediterranean dish with salmon $35; pizza $18 and banana cream pie $13. read more

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We had great service and a great meal. I expect that when I come here and was not disappointed. The swordfish special was a great surprise and I would order it again. Chicken Parmesan is always a good choice and very filling. I was looking forward to the seasonal Apple dessert and it had great flavor with a whole baked apple, but it needed a little more ice cream to balance it out and I thought the presentation was awkward with the giant bowl feeling like a UFO on the table. read more

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I wrote this review too late after I visited here so can't recall too many details. BUT the lamb rigatoni is a must!!!! I was surprised at how good it tasted and it's a dish you can't find anywhere. Will get this next time I visit. Staff was also very sweet. Get reservations! This place is packed on the weekend. read more

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Our experience at Flour was really great, we were greeted upon arrival, we booked via OpenTable and they sat us as soon as we entered. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. Since this was our first time the waitress has no issue giving suggestions on popular dishes and appetizers. The food was amazing! The stuffed pepper appetizer is a must! We had the Spicy Rigatoni and Pan-seared Salmon and broccoli. It was all cooked perfectly and really flavorful. That Rigatoni was spicy and normally when places say it is spicy it isn't but as a spicy food connoisseur myself I truly enjoyed it!! The ambiance is clean and modern, the music isn't too loud, it is all around a great spot. Perfect for date night or any special occasion. I do want to end the review with Andy's tremendous service. We will definitely be back! read more

Flour - Spicy Rigatoni (salmon in the distance) - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

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Unfortunately this Monday meal did not meet expectation. We walked into a beautiful setting but was quickly ambushed by a perfume that literally punched us in the face. We were a partyof 11. We noticed 1 server in the room taking care of approximately 30 people including us. That being said, everything was a glacial pace. It's almost like the focus was elsewhere since gratuity was already included in our bill. Our dinner took 3.5 hours as our server when he wasn't at the table doing a washing machine dance was unapproachable and absent. When food arrives it was at best tepid. I understand the timing to have 11 entrees arrive hot... but this can't be the first rodeo.... And if itiming is that difficult, bring food out as it is ready so everyone gets a hot meal.... No need for Bridgerton pomp and circumstance... especially if staffing is an issue. I don't believe this to be a kitchen issue. More of a distracted wait staff spending his tips before he made them. read more

Flour - Eggplants meatballs - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

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In summer 2018 I felt so fortunate to have had what was the best lasagna I've ever tasted at Flour. I'd been coming to Flour since it opened and - and that afternoon I had some time to kill before my wife's return from a business trip. Sitting at the bar in a vibrant atmosphere, this dish was a delight and the epitome of their brand: Paul's grandmother's recipe, only served once in a blue moon. Lasagna was presented as a special last night - it was *not* Paul's grandmother's. It was mediocre at best. And then various elements of the (formerly excellent!) Flour experience had changed - multiple dishes were cold. The fried olives - long a favorite of ours - seemed to have been done in advance and then stored somewhere in the kitchen and plopped onto a plate vs being cooked fresh. The Bavette steak, while decent, was microscopic at $30. The bus staff seemed almost maniacal in their rush to clear our table, reaching over our settings to get dishes from the other side of the table. My Negroni was off. Even the profile of the clientele seemed to have changed. My sincere hope is that this experience was a one-time anomaly and not an indication that one of my favorite NEO venues has had a material change in ownership or management. read more

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To be fair when we go to this restaurant it's so busy there's never any room to sit down so we always go to the bar and just order a pizza and have a couple glasses of wine. I don't know anything else about their menu but the pizza in the wine which is excellent. read more

Deciding to venture out of our Hamlet and explore other places to celebrate occasions we happened to have different by this place a few times and given that it was busy almost constantly so much that they had to have valet parking I thought was a good sign. It was not. For my wife's birthday we decided to visit Flour kitchen. We wisely made a reservation and showed up on time. We were able to find a parking spot and therefore did not take advantage of the valet. They were a few hostesses and one of them saw us to our table. While we were promised that a server would be right with us, they were not. For a long time. Almost to the point where you have to awkwardly start waving your hands in desperation to try to get someone to pay attention to you. As it was my wife's birthday we decided to bring a small chocolate cake to celebrate with after since we were unclear whether or not they had any desserts. We did not see any so that was probably a good call. When we finally got somebody to show up to our table she seemed more annoyed than anything. Which is the perfect attitude you want when approaching a table. I ordered a bottle of Pellegrino while my wife got a martini and my son got a Coke. Fortunately we were brought some bread because it would be a while until we saw our server again. When she did come back my son ordered the ribeye steak. I got the chicken parmesan and my wife got the salmon. It didn't take forever for the food to come out. In fact our server did not come back and check on us but the highlight of our meal was the high school kid who was the food runner as he was able to go back and grab a steak knife and a missing condiment. The kid was actually pretty cool and polite. While my son enjoyed the ribeye he destroyed it. My chicken parmesan was unremarkable at best. Pasta was cooked fine and the chicken was pretty greasy. My wife didn't really care for her salmon. What I wanted to do was bring in the chocolate cake and have a little birthday celebration with my wife and son but again our server was nowhere to be found. When she finally did show up we put the whole chocolate cake idea on the back burner and just wanted to leave. The bill was well over a hundred bucks and I couldn't wait to get out of there. I don't know what all the talk about this place was but it certainly did not live up to any of my expectations. We ended up going home and celebrating the rest of her birthday with the chocolate cake in the house. I don't expect to return to this place. read more

First time here, last time too. At this price point, we expected so much more. Laughable tiny portion size, raw salmon, even after we asked for it to be cooked again. No manager in sight. The only good thing about our meal was our waitress. read more

Made a reservation for a late Friday night dinner. Extensive wine menu, but would have appreciated someone knowledgeable about the wine offerings to guide us in selecting the right glass / bottle given the depth of the menu and price points. Lots of options on this menu, but not clearly marked as vegan/vegetarian options. Complimentary bread was cold and lackluster - don't get full on this. The fried olives were sublime. Lightly breaded. Stuffed with goat cheese. Paired with aioli and lemon. Salty, crunchy, creamy. Could eat those all night. Salmon crudo was equally delicious. Light, nice acid, doused in micro greens. For both entrees, the in-house fresh bucatini was cooked perfectly al dente. BF wasn't a fan of the chicken parm. Thick breading. Super sweet and cold marinara. I ordered the bucatini with clams. The sauce was delicious (though loose - so do yourself a favor and ask for a spoon so you can appreciate all of the delicious flavor!) read more

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Such a delicious meal!! I came here with coworkers after work and it was the perfect spot. The atmosphere was fun and laid back. We shared the April special which was burrata, calamari, fried olives and the big a** meatball! It was all so tasty and easy to share among the group. The meatball was great and the sauce/ricotta on the plate was 10/10! The olives were tasty and popable with a fun dip. The calamari was lightly breaded and super tasty and the burrata was so creamy and delicious with toasted bread. We then moved onto our mains and not a single bite was left behind. The bolognese was tried and true and packed full of flavor. The noodles were fresh and so amazing. Our server was great and had many suggestions for us for wine and which apps to share. Her suggestions were spot on and made our experience wonderful. I look forward to returning when I come back. Sorry I didn't grab photos! read more

First impressions are lasting and this place had friendly hostess we had 615 reservations and was seated immediately! Love it!! Ambiance : medium sized restaurant that was full. Food: We ordered a big A&@ meatball 4 out of 5! Great flavor The table came with bread & oil My boyfriend got lamb pasta 4 out of 5 Me the Bronzino 3out of 5 Service: our server seemed to be always moving but he was attentive read more

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Fast casual redefined. Flour is the perfect balance of fresh, easy dining with homemade pasta and sauce to rival the best Italian restaurants and the wood fired pizzas are full authentic. We stopped for lunch, the patio was full so we opted to sit inside. We were greeted and sat, offered drinks and read the specials by Tommy...great server. As a cheese free girl, menus can be tricky, but with a few substitutions I went with the grilled salmon brioche sandwich and fries...I had my heart set on the pasta special but the pesto was chocked full of fresh parm cheese. My husband opted for a margarita pizza and the chicken parmigiana. Needless to say he loved both dishes along with a glass of Cabernet. Of course we couldn't resist ordering fresh pasta to take home. So make your way to chagrin falls and dine alfresco at Flour. (It's not just in the grocery store anymore!) read more

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I have eaten here many times with wonderful experiences. Tonight was terrible. Our server barely spoke to us, overcharged us for our drinks and ignored us. I'm hoping this is a one off and not an indication of future visits. read more

The owner Lisa was amazing to speak with! She didnt come off as the owner of such a nice restraunt as this and was very down to earth! I didn't even know she was the owner until after having a conversation with her waiting for our table at the bar! Once we were seated, and the rest of our party arrived, the food was so good we ordered even more to go to try for lunch tomorrow! even the restrooms were immaculate! Please check out what we ordered for a party of 4 to all share! read more

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The moment you walk in, you know it's more than your average restaurant. You're welcomed by a blazing open pizza oven and warm ambiance. We did make reservations (for a Saturday night), so we were seated almost immediately. There was a crowd at the hostess stand for to-go orders, but that didn't hinder the service for us. Because it's a bit dark in the restaurant, it was nice that they had lamps at each table so you can read the menu with ease. Our waitress, Lily, was nice and attentive. Refilled our drinks whenever we were running low. She did forget my sweetener even though she specifically asked if I needed any, but other than that, she was slightly above average with her service. We started off with some soft salty and herbaceous italian bread and truffle oil. I love truffle, so it was a delight to have. I would've definitely liked more than 4 slices of bread for the amount of oil she gave us. We got 2 appetizers: fried olives and calamari (arugula and a sweeter marinara sauce). Fried olives had a nice fry (crunch with first bite and then a salty explosion). I would like to say that the calamari could use more of a fry, but that's just my preference. Overall, really good starters. For the entree, I ordered bucatini with clams. It was on the salty side, but I added a little bit more lemon to help balance. It was a bit oily too, but the bucatini was perfectly al dente. My husband had lamb rigatoni: funky, creamy, good balance of acid and saltly according to his review. The noodles were a touch overcooked. I think it could use visible lamb pieces, so we knew it was there, but you can taste the funk of lamb. Overall, give it a try and enjoy read more

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Great as always. But I was disappointed that gluten-free pizza crust and gluten-free bread was no longer available. Been a bit since I've been there because of Covid so obviously some things have changed. I went with a grilled chicken sandwich with bacon and an amazing aïoli sauce with a kick. Really enjoyed my sandwich no problem with no bread. They had homemade potato chips that were tasty a bit greasy but still I enjoyed them. read more

Flour - Grilled chicken sandwich - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

The stuffed banana peppers are the best I've had (sorry Giovanni's) - just the right amount of heat and the marinara is absolutely delicious! Next time I'm asking for a stuffed pepper pizza!! read more

Flour - Stuffed banana peppers are phenomenal!! It's a meal in itself! Just the right amount of heat and the marinara is awesome! - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

Did take out and holy cow! We got a salad, meat ball, and brought home a pint of bolognese and fresh pasta. It was amazing! We do think the meat ball was small for the price but we would order it again knowing it's a splurge! read more

Flour has not changed their small menu in years. Boring! Also, it is very uncomfortable as it is always FREEZING there. It is also so noisy that you can hardly hear anyone at your table. read more

We celebrated Valentine's Day at Flour and it was a great night out! We actually came in the night before V-Day (we act when the sitter is available!). Service was a little slow but very friendly and we enjoyed the more leisurely pace. I had the clam pasta (half order - should have gotten a full order) which was delicious. My BF had the orecchiette which did need some salt but otherwise was good. The showstopper was the bean soup though - the flavor was out of this world and I don't even understand how there was that much flavor in a single bowl! read more

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Mediocre dinner experience. Food was very slow and not very tasty. On top of that, the prices are exuberantly expensive. It tasted like I was eating lettuce straight from the grocery store for a menu price of $18. The branzino was the only dish our family enjoyed. The chicken parm and chicken were both not great. read more

Ate dinner here for the first time recently. Very busy, but found it to be a warm and comforting atmosphere. Our waitress was great despite being very busy. Attentive and knew the menu well, including wine menu. We had the prosciutto salad for a starter which was tasty and light. I then had the lamb rigatoni for dinner which was delicious. My partner had the tagliatelle bolognese and also really liked it. We ordered eggplant meatballs as a side which I wasn't a fan of - a little too smoky tasting for me. Wine was great. Just very happy with our food and dining experience. Looking forward to coming back! read more

Flour - Prosciutto Salad - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

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I wanted to go there for a long time, but I'm truly sorry that I did. Not lying when I say that most of what we had was bad to the point of wondering if they had to pull in a different cook for the night. I've never been so baffled. I don't see any way that this restaurant will make it if they continue with the standard of cuisine. read more

Loved the ambiance here . From The moment you walk in, you will be greeted with the delicious smells of authentic, Italian cooking . The lightning and layout of the restaurant makes you want to sit for hours with a glass of wine and savory pasta. I ordered the tagliatelle bolognese. The entree came with fresh bread and oil for dipping . Also ended the meal with pb chocolate ganache . The entire meal was incredible . I'd come here again to try the pizza and other dinner entrees. read more

Had a lovely dinner at our! The service was very attentive, and the food delicious! We had the calamari and fried olive appetizers, which were perfectly prepared. All of entrees were correct and flavorful. We finished by sharing the cheesecake, which was delightful. Will definitely go back! read more

Was really excited to try out a few items after researching the menu before a friends birthday dinner. Ordered the prosciutto salad and was extremely disappointed in the lack of flavor for what seemed to be a creative dish. It was pretty much prosciutto wrapped around fresh greens served with a sour homemade vinaigrette; that's it. Nothing more nothing less. Sidecar was pretty good, bartender did a great job mixing the flavors and cognac. My lamb rigatoni was tasty as well, the lamb was cooked just right. The pasta was not over or underdone. Enjoyed that dish a lot. The small was a bit too small considering the price. I would give this place another shot but would stay away from the prosciutto. read more

Wonderful neighborhood Italian restaurant! Service progression was not great but I appreciate the fact that the service industry is missing quality professional workers We started with the calamari which was just ok but the super stars of the meal was the pasta bolognese and the pasta with clams in white sauce. So flavorful and the pasta was fresh and done perfectly! I definitely recommend this restaurant just be patient with the service, enjoy your wine and friends. read more

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We got the lunch combo which consisted of a margarita pizza and Caesar salad. Both were delicious and a great price! Our waitress was great and we appreciated how fast she was to refill our drinks. Cute restaurant with great ambiance. Can't wait to visit again! read more

Flour - Margherita 6" Pizza & Salad - Italian Near Me - Moreland Hills, Ohio

Came here to celebrate my dad"s birthday. We ordered two of the eggplant ball appetizers and a stuffed pepper appetizer. This was a perfect sharing combination for five people. The inside is nicely decorated and the outside patio is lovely for a cool September evening. Gretchen and Spencer did a nice job attending to our table. The Cacio e Pepe wood fired pizza was ok. Needed more flavor and spice. Definitely a good breakfast pizza that I'll enjoy the next day. The filet mignons were cooked to order. Mussels were praised as being excellent. Tagliatelle was delicious. Nice place to celebrate a birthday :-) read more

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I had a small veggie salad with a huge piece of grilled salmon on top. The salad was huge and the presentation was perfect and colorful. The Salmon was prepared to perfection, so flavorful and tender. I left very happy and content. I would definitely order that same meal every time. Definitely a 5 star rating. The food along with wonderful service and Ambiance was perfect. read more