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    L'Albatros

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    PriceyFrench
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    L'ALBATROS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Dressy

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    Chicken Confit
    Sheila D.

    It was just okay for me. I have been hearing so many things of the location and the food was just ok for me. Portions small. Pricy. Service was fine, but nothing to exciting. Atmosphere was nice. $3 to pay for parking by CC only. Perhaps it's just me. If you're wanting to try, still go and try for yourself, but it was just okay for me.

    I chose a fish dish that was on special
    Aria J.

    Went to L'Albatros for a surprise date night. It was my first time and I was not disappointed. If you go here, and don't do the cheese presentation, you're missing out! The server was very well versed and educated in the boards selection. We also order two entrees and wine which were great. Come here when you have some extra money in your pocket and you want to have an educational show with dinner. Who doesn't like to learn right?

    Trout
    Dianne M.

    I am always impressed by the service and ambiance at this restaurant. They pamper you throughout your dining experience. I really have to come back in the summer to try the patio - I've eaten in every room otherwise. I have my usual Mussels with Pommes Frite. Wonderful as always. My husband tried the Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Sweet Potato and loved it. One of my daughters had the escargot and enjoyed the spices and the fact that they were out of the shell. My other daughter had the Cod and thought it was great! We'll be back!

    Cassoulet
    Jan W.

    Great service. Duck confit was the winner. Drinks and dessert were alright. Dessert menu items seemed out of season

    Frozen Souffle
    Eugene T.

    Food Quality: definately one of the better one's in Cleveland (you can definately tell that Zack Bruell has very high standards). Our soup and appetizer were very good, the desserts were excellent (Frozen Souffle was an absolute standout). Service: While its quick and efficient, however, there is such a thing as being too efficient and too quick. We felt very rushed throughout the whole evening, we kept being interrupted by either a server/manager or combination. That seems to be the pattern for the whole evening (maybe this is because we came in at 8:30pm and they were just trying to get to the end of the shift) Ambiance: You can absolutely tell the difference between being seated outside and inside. Last time, when we were outside, its like you are in a different place. On the inside, you are very cramped, you can hear all the conversation for the tables nearby and you kept being bumped by server/managers (for the level of this restaurant, you expect a bit more). But the ambiance is definately upscale (you can definately tell Zach Bruell has very high standards). When/if I am back, this would only be for outside seating. I don't think I would want to sit on the inside

    Roasted Trout
    Keith M.

    Last night was a beautiful evening. We drove to the Case Western Reserve campus in University Circle to visit an establishment we have enjoyed for many years. The new school year has just begun and the activity level of the campus was very high. Young people were everywhere enjoying the evening. The frat houses were all partying out front. People were everywhere thoroughly enjoying themselves. When we arrived at the restaurant a pair of very nice young ladies greeted us. They checked our reservation and guided us to a nice table with a view of the central garden/patio. Moments later a gentleman appeared and told us his name was Ben and he was going to be our server for the evening. He was very pleasant and extremely efficient. After filling our water glasses he asked to take our drink order. The wine list is very expansive. There is an excellent selection by the bottle and by the glass. I had a very nice "Cotes du Rhone" and my brother enjoyed an Arnold Palmer. When Ben returned with our beverages he reviewed the specials for the evening and asked if we had any questions. There were several questions that he handled very effectively and he offered excellent suggestions. We placed our orders and Ben went off to place them. An appropriate time later our food arrived. I ordered the "Braised Lamb Shank" and it arrived served on "Beet Risotto". The preparation was exactly as ordered. My wife ordered the "Roasted Trout with Almond Crust" tomato concasse, haricots verts and truffle butter. It was perfectly prepared. We thoroughly enjoyed our entire meal. Afterwards we ordered coffee, "Crumble Berry Cheesecake" with blueberry & strawberry sauce, whipped cream, "Coconut Cake" with whipped butter frosting, fresh berries, and "House-made Pavlova" with fresh berries. All of it was marvelous. Throughout the evening Ben performed flawlessly. Between him and the staff that assisted him there was always someone there when we needed them but no one was ever intrusive. Our evening was excellent. The level of service was excellent. The food and beverages were excellent. L'Albatros is a fine establishment and I highly recommend it for a wonderful evening.

    Luciana S.

    Been coming here for years. Recently stopped in on a Saturday Night (with a reservation) and was seated immediately in the newer room, off of the restrooms. It's a tight squeeze with little French ambiance but I was happy to be able to eat here once again. I opted for steak frites and it's was so lovely I forgot to take a picture! I also had the selection of cheeses and this cheese monger was very nice and educational! I was surprised to have the bottles wine list removed from my table before I could even review it. I had to opt for a few glasses of wine instead. I don't want to read into that but one should never assume what the customer may want to order. If you're looking for a place to celebrate or just to have good French food with a modern take, check this place out. Be prepared to pay for parking and secure a reservation in advance.

    French Onion Soup Gratinée

    I had the French Onion Soup. It was hot and flavorful. I selected the Coq au Vin for my main course. The chicken skin was browned perfectly and the meat was tender. The only thing I didn't care for was the type of mushrooms they used. The service and atmosphere were great. I definitely would return to try some other entrees.

    Cassoulet
    Joe C.

    I go here all the time because it's the best restaurant in the University Circle area for a long time. But it best the food is average, the service is very good, and the ambience is quite good. But again the food is only average. I think what it is is the ambience and the service set you up for high expectations and the food just lands flat for some reason.

    Salmon
    Dody E.

    It does not get much better than this in the Midwest. Every dish was magical. The passion, the creativity, the flavor - it's all there. Visually stunning, endlessly satisfying. It's places like these that remind you how unworthy you are to sit at their tables. Bravo, L'Albatros!

    French toast
    Sonali P.

    a hidden gem tucked away near case westerns campus. An elegant French restaurant with good food and atmosphere. It's a little pricey but worth it for a nice date or special occasion. Recommend making a reservation! As a vegetarian, I found limited options but what they do have is delicious. My favorite is the mushroom French toast. It's listed as an appetizer but can easily be an entree with apps, sides or dessert! The cocktails and wine are also delicious There's a Parking lot you pay for but usually plenty of street parking

    Frozen soufflé
    Zi D.

    Food: everything we had was delicious, though I did feel that the sides were a bit repetitive, a lot of the entrees had the same braised cabbage side. Service: for such a hot summer day, I wish the water they served us was colder than lukewarm. Also when I asked about dessert and what the frozen soufflé was I was led to believe it was actually a chilled soufflé--not a frozen mousse, which is basically ice cream, something that is not very creative or unique. Overall I think the execution of the French food was there, but maybe avoid in the summer as the food all leans towards very rich and heavy.

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    Food is top notch and the service great. Had the duck confit. Try the speciality drinks on the menu as well.

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    Wonderful food. French onion soup was outstanding. Service great. A charming atmosphere.

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    i like the duck confit it's very crispy and yummy and my wife likes the steak and the sweet potatoe mash

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    Is there a dress code?

    Nope, not that I noticed. Smart casual would fit in best.

    How many private dining rooms are there and how is the experience of dining in them?

    We didn't have a private room, it wasn't too crowded where we stay though

    Is the seating spread out in a socially distanced manner to avoid coronavirus spread?

    Seating is fairly close

    Is the patio covered?

    The outdoor seating area had no cover except the trees when we were there in September

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