I was excited to try Café Blanc because of good things I'd heard and it did not disappoint. There…read moreis plenty of seating, with a second level up a set of spiral stairs. The entire place is neutral colors and even had some cute swing benches. The have a counter you walk up and order at. You get a buzzer that goes off when your food is ready. If you dine in, you eat from real plates and glasses which is nice. They offer a nice selection of to go boxes that you can also grab yourself, too. They don't serve their pizzas until noon, so that's what time we went and what a great decision! I had the Blanc pizza, and requested it well done as my normal preference, and it was delicious. 6 slices, a nice size. Very flavorful and cost $15. I also had the Bacon Cesear Wedge, which was not traditional wedge salad, it was made with romain - that luckily was still very crisp! It was a good portion, but could have been a little cheaper at $16. The bacon was made fresh, it is an open kitchen concept with a window so I literally watched her make it which was refreshing. Overall I have no complaints and look forward to going again soon!

Let me set the scene, it's a Tuesday, early afternoon. 45 degrees f in Cleveland and the sun is…read moreshining! I have a hair appt near by so I got work from here until my appointment. I was skeptical reading the reviews, but this place is fantastic for a daytime cafe. It's Tuesday so the foot traffic is manageable. I asked a lot of questions at the register because it was my first time. The gal working was receptive, authentic and patient. I got the margherita pizza and peanut butter chocolate mousse tart and a rose matcha, iced. The water station is easily accessible. silverware and grab your own boxes Togo , I appreciate that and definitely has to reduce interruptions to staff while they work. There's a window where you can watch the beautiful creations get assembled. Upstairs has a lot of seating, some plugs for devices. Only thing is the stairs feel steep and made me dizzy lol, proceed with caution.

Was in the neighborhood when my girls noticed this cute crepe restaurant. It so happened that we…read morehadn't had lunch yet so they decided that's where we're gonna have to eat. You place your order at the counter and they bring your food and drinks to your table. We got a maple bacon crepe, crème brûlée crepe, kid's crepe, and I had to try the Dubai chocolate latte. My older daughter and I halfed each of the savory and sweet crepes so we each got to try both, while my younger daughter had the kid crepe all to herself. Overall, we thought the crepes were good - we enjoyed it, but nothing spectacular. However, I think I enjoyed my Dubai chocolate latte more than the crepes. They had some interesting drinks on the menu and I'd like to go back and try some of their other coffee creations.

Today was a better day here. The food was amazing and the ambiance was great as well. As we were…read morethere eating our brunch and drinking my Americano Coffee, I looked out the window and snowflakes were falling. I was transported to some other place and time. The service was pretty fast and it was pretty full.

This place is absolutely amazing! The food here is the best I've ever had, and they love to switch…read moreup their menu to celebrate holidays like during October, they have Harry Potter themed drinks that are to die for! I'm obsessed with their breakfast bowls and sandwiches and sweet options for breakfast. The service is fantastic, and it's such a beautiful spot to enjoy lunch!

I really thought Sips n Such was just a coffeehouse. I don't drink coffee, so I haven't paid…read moreattention to any hip coffee spots. I'm so glad to have been wrong! Table for one please! I stopped in last minute while out running errands. I was seated immediately on a busy Saturday late morning and greeted right after. The menu is fantastic. Great options, wonderful seasonal specials. (Short rib omelette?! Hell yes!) I wanted basic, so I built my own omelette with a side of bacon and a hot tea. They have a great drink menu- coffee, specialty cocoas, tea, cocktails, mocktails, and refreshers. I was on my way to see a friend, so I grabbed us each a refresher to go. My meal was out in just minutes. Expertly prepared, fresh and delicious. Also a very nice portion. Sourdough toast was excellent. Generous filling for the omelette too. The only drawback was a common plight for strip mall restaurants- entrance that opens straight into the dining room. No foyer or vestibule means the cold January air nipped you in the face every time that front door opened. On cold days, get a table in the back. I'd like to highlight the mocktail concept, too. I often want a spirited drink but don't imbibe booze often. I love that they have offerings. The entire staff was so nice and helpful. I can't wait to come back!

Ive been to First Watch several times, but never to this location. What a great location. It was…read morebright and clean and welcoming. I came close to opening, so it wasn't crowded when I arrived, but picked up while I was there. I was greeted immediately with a nice smile and friendly smile. My server was very attentive and kind. My food was delicious. I chose a trifecta breakfast. The chicken apple sausage was so tasty. My Belgian waffle was the best I've had in quite a while. My scrambled eggs were decent. I really liked my tangerine dream drink also. The sweet foam at the top was a nice touch. The restroom was very clean also. I would absolutely return.

I love First Watch!…read more Listen, 3 stars is good. It's a sturdy place which says the food is consistent, stable, hearty, reliable. Don't downplay 3 star reviews. Anyone who only gives 4/5 or 5/5 food doesn't know a damn thing about food or service. First watch has perfected the 'one-off diner' experience in a chain. They have a great, full menu, like what Denny's used to be, only on steroids. Their menu: They offer all the favorites. From Eggs Benedict, to Sausage and Gravy to your usual breakfast staples you'd expect from a breakfast-diner experience. Although they do serve sandwiches, I don't recommend them. Breakfast/brunch food is their strong suit. Their pancakes are nice and fluffy and they offer a variety of them from blueberry to banana. Waffles galore, and toast with jam. They know how to make eggs any way you want them. The Ambiance: It's very much a diner experience with diner service. It's passable. That's all you need. Not exceptional, not poor. The good news is that no matter what location. You go to, (I've been to 3), there is always a short wait list, which is a good sign. You're never waiting long, just be patient. It's a sturdy, good experience! Don't downplay a 3 star review. I'm honest. One or Two stars? I'd be careful. But repect the 3 star review as good, reliable, and worth visiting! Please stand for the Creed....

I've been hearing about the "Aviator" for a long time and for one reason or another just never got…read morethere. Well we finally made it tonight. It is not what I expected. The facility is far bigger than I thought it would be. They have a central restaurant with multiple party centers on either side. It's a really BIG facility. New, modern, and quite attractive. With plenty of convenient parking. The wall of the restaurant that faces Cleveland Hopkins Airport is all glass. It affords you quite an impressive view of the airport and the planes landing. The staff we met was pleasant and efficient. Our server, Mina, did an excellent job all night. If there was a weak point, it would be the food. It was not bad (I'm trying to be kind); it was just uninspired, limited, and not really well prepared. Because they do not offer bread for the table our only option was to order the "Soft Pretzel". It arrived badly overcooked, crunchy not soft, and even boardering on burnt. The charcuterie board was OK, but uninspired. I ordered the "Lemon Chicken" which was a full half chicken in a reasonably good sauce. But the meat was dry and it came only with brussel sprouts (yuk!). My wife had the "Walleye" which she simply said was "okay"... oh well. Our guests weren't any more impressed than we were. I will say our coffee and "Pot de Creme" were very good... thank goodness. All in all, our overall experience was "meh"... just "meh". Sorry - really probably should be 3.5

Celebrating our 14th wedding anniversary called for something simple, yet memorable--and The…read moreAviator delivered exactly that. We dropped in for Happy Hour, looking for cocktails and a few bites, and were immediately struck by the well-appointed space. The runway views at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport added an unexpected layer of entertainment--watching planes take off and land while toasting 14 years of marital bliss felt like the perfect backdrop. We started strong with a French 75 and an Old Fashioned--both expertly crafted, but that Old Fashioned? Smooth, balanced, and memorable enough to set the tone for the entire evening. Wednesday happens to be Wing Day ($2 whole wings), and we took full advantage. We sampled Buffalo, Sweet & Tangy BBQ, Lemon Pepper Dry Rub, and the undeniable star of the show: Garlic Parmesan. Each had its own personality, but that Garlic Parmesan was simply elite. Service was impeccable--Emily was attentive without being intrusive, making sure our experience flowed as effortlessly as the cocktails. Speaking of which, round two brought a Cosmo alongside a repeat of that Old Fashioned...because when you find the right note, you stay in that key. For food, we shared the French Dip Baguette--shaved prime rib, provolone, horseradish aioli, and au jus done right--and paired it with the Mega Crunch Fries, elevated with sea salt, rosemary, and a light truffle oil drizzle. Simple menu items, executed with intention. We closed the evening the same way we began--together, with one final round of Old Fashioneds. A Happy Hour well spent. A celebration well honored. A 14-year journey still taking off.

I've stayed at B&B's all over the country, and I have to say this is one of the best I've…read moreencountered. It's new, and it's the only B&B in Berea, with the quaint downtown square right around the corner. The owners are quick to respond to any problems, the location is fantastic, the beds are good. Even the *towels* here are top-notch. When I checked to make sure I didn't have down pillows, I found brand new allergy shield pillow covers on high-quality synthetic pillows. When you stay in a B&B in an old Victorian or heritage home, usually that means dealing with a tiny bathroom, undersized shower, and so on; the beautiful old home that houses Riverside Gables was completely renovated in fall 2012, with nice big showers, new fixtures, and new floors. Guests even have a sitting room, with a kitchenette and fridge, Keurig coffee machine, spare dishes, and (my favorite) electric kettle and teapots for tea. Glass bottles of water are kept chilled for the use of the guests, and it was great to have that bottle of water to take to my room (and also not feel like I was wasting a plastic bottle just to have something cold to drink.) There's also a separate back door for guests. Breakfast has been excellent: fruit salad to start, juice, a beautiful omelette the first time I stayed and a Belgian waffle this morning. The owners have a beautiful Golden Retriever, but he is not allowed in the B&B portion of the house. Catherine is lovely to talk to, knowledgeable about the area, and responsive to the needs and preferences of her guests. If business brings me back to the area, I will *definitely* put this place at the top of my list.

A great little bed and breakfast. The breakfasts are tasty and their only drawback is that they…read morewere too large for those of us who eat light breakfasts. The bathrooms are sizable and modern, the bedrooms are cozy and comfortable, plus there's a sitting room if you want to get out of the bedroom. The owners are pleasant and sociable and they've got a friendly Golden Retriever who's quiet and stays out of the guest part of the house. Second best is that they've got both a Tesla wall charger and a J1772 charger for those with electric cars, and the best thing is that you have the delightful Rocky River Valley across the street for driving and recreation.

Food was excellent. Ambiance is perfect for a Diner. Service was slow, but it was explained that…read morethey have one cook and one small griddle. I would go back, but anticipating a longer visit.

I had a western omelet and it was excellent. Plus it came with two blueberry pancakes.read more

So much more than a sports bar! We came here to see a friend's band play on a Saturday night during…read moreplayoff season. The place was packed, yet somehow we got seated immediately and served promptly! The waiter was friendly and gave us time to look over the menu, which included standard burger and wing fare alongside elevated dishes like fried meatballs and firecracker mac'n cheese! The playoff game ran into overtime, so the band started later than expected, but we were well attended to the entire time by the wait staff and enjoyed our meals thoroughly! The meatballs were crispy on the outside but soft and juicy inside. They were served with a trio of pickled items that complimented the dish nicely! The boneless wings had a firm texture and tasted like they had never been frozen. Not sure what brand they are using, or if they are house made, but they far exceeded expectations! We will definitely return, hopefully with friends and try the rest of their adventurous menu!

When you go to a slightly more posh version of a bar and pay $25+ a person, you would think the…read morefood and service would be at minimum passable if not good or great. And while our server was pleasant enough, they only brought out one of our meals and left the other two sitting in the pass for 15 minutes, only to have them come ask us how our food was when two of us were sitting there without our food. Mine was cold and flavorless and for the first time EVER, I sent it back. The whole vibe was just... Yeah. That. Just...just... This is definitely going on the "never going back" list. When we asked for a manager, he refused to come to the table. Not a good sign or customer service experience.

Nestled with walking distance of Baldwin Wallace, Cafe Ah Roma is bustling with students and…read morelocals alike. Whether you are grabbing a coffee and muffin, curling up with a book or doing homework this is the blend to be. They offer a variety of sandwiches, pastries, bagels, coffees and teas, just a little bit for everyone. We opted for bagel sandwiches made to order, simple no fuss and delicious. The chai was perfect...extra hot spicy and full of nutmeg just the way I like it.

Coffee or tea in a place most people wouldn't think is a college town - 2 of 2…read more In downtown Berea and not far from small private Baldwin Wallace University is this independent and popular coffeehouse. It's popular with students, with educators, with local residents, and with whomever has had it recommended to them ... like me. I have had two people tell me about Cafe Ah-Roma and one was a local friend who now prefers coffeehouses in suburbs closer to the lake. Regardless, everyone you ask about it seems to know exactly where Cafe Ah-Roma is. When first told about it, I thought it had something to do with Rome. It then became very obvious it's a play on the word aroma that will additionally have you making an "ah" sound for relief and/or elation. The interior is comfortable like an old shoe and, based on the postings, art work, and vibe, the store has real connectedness to its community. Note that this area leans slightly liberal but not ridiculously so. That means you might even see a Karen or two in here. Also, true to the notion that "culture comes from the top down," the staff that helps you, often students, are very polite and customer-focused when the chain coffeehouses are almost at the point of sliding things at you. These are good values that the owners are passing on to employees and, here, it's about the customers. They want to know that you are happy with your purchase. I want to add that, to go with your coffee or tea, they have cookies, pastries, or could put together something savory for you. In my case, I added a tomato basil bagel with a vegetable spread that they made for me. It's all good. The prices for menu items are also fair. This coffeehouse is in the suburb immediately south of the international airport. Only a few hotels are north of CLE, with most of them being south in Berea or Middleburg Heights. If staying at a nearby hotel, this locale is nearby. Cafe Ah-Roma is for everyone and the broad customer base is really interesting. In more temperate weather, there are exterior chairs and tables under the covered walkway to nearby stores. The interior is fairly spacious and bright. In closing, Ah-Roma deserves high marks for being a good coffeehouse (4 stars) and then some, hence 5 stars.