The new management has done a super job improving food and service!…read more We enjoyed the Croatian Semolina Dumpling soup which was made with a fresh stock (instead of a commercial stock) and handmade semolina dumplings so light and tasty. Followed by authentic Croatian Sarma (cabbage rolls) made as it should be made Croatian style accompanied by real mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable medley. My wife had the chicken schnitzel, perfectly prepared (not greasy) with mashed potatoes and vegetable medley. Finished with palacinke (Croatian crepes) filled with rose hip jam. They've also revamped the main hall which is popular for weddings and many other parties and events.

Service was great. The dining room was ok. My food was lukewarm and the sausage very tough. I…read morethink if the food had been warmer it would have made a difference.

Whenever we are in the Cleveland area, we LOVE coming to this restaurant! We are particularly fond…read moreof the Sunday Brunch, with the variety of amazing European dishes! Can't want to come again! Love the COFFEE too!!

How nice to have a European pastry bakery AND a European restaurant all in one! I had a late…read morebreakfast and was seated immediately in a two-top booth. The staff are very friendly and help create a homey atmosphere. It was hard to choose what to eat, as the menu items all looked amazing, but I went with the pork schnitzel with paprikas sauce, two eggs, home fries, and toast and a side of smoked Slovenian sausage. I wanted to try the crêpes, but was too full. The portions are hearty and very reasonably priced. Everything was delicious. The pork schnitzel was tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. The paprikas sauce was a nice accompaniment. The home fries are homemade and come fried on the griddle so the outside is crispy and the inside light and fluffy. The coffee was delicious. Very rich, mellow flavor. I'll definitely be back. Those European pastries beckon!

I'm sorry but I feel like if you are not a regular, you are 2nd rate. I could be wrong…read more Our service was very slow when delivering to the table but rushed when taking orders. Our friends enjoyed their meals but the menu options were few and far between for my taste. I ordered a tapa of the brie, pear and fig and I swear it was the same bread they drop off for the table with a morsel of pear divided among the 4 slices. Pitiful presentation. Oh, and it is past due for a remodel and update... jus saying I heard this is an old trusted standby but I was not impressed one bit.

Came here with 3 other girlfriends this past weekend and loved it! I never noticed this spot before…read morebecause it's kind of tucked into the strip mall on the traffic circle. Europa has an extensive tapas list, appetizer list and entrée list. We all loved the variety and the Russian flavors. Some of the tapas were a bit basic--toast, cheese, apple but presentation was still cute. The space is quite interesting and the decor is on the random side. They have a basement bar and larger reserved area downstairs. Service was friendly but slow. Would come back here to try the fun-looking entrees!

Thank goodness there is a place to actually buy cevapi that isn't in my kitchen! They offer the…read morefull works, somun, kaymak, ayvar, all the fixings for the cevapi sammie you're craving. 5 finger or 10 :-)

It's been over two years since I've been here so I figured it was time for an update…read more I stopped in for dinner as I was craving some good ole' comfort food. I chose my own seat and had my order taken quickly. I decided to get the city chicken with chicken noodle soup to start. The food was plentiful and delicious! City chicken is such a niche food item and I'm so glad I can get it here! It sure hit the spot. Prices are still great, serving sizes are large, service is great, and now they take credit cards! Last time they didn't. At any rate, if you want a good ole' mom and pop place, you've found it!

They are no longer cash only! They accept cards for payment now too. Chicken paprikash is only…read moreavailable on Wednesdays and comes with a side of applesauce, salad, roll or a couple other choices. Very reasonable prices here. Veggies added on the side for about $3. Nice and warm hole in the wall spot. The food was plentiful for the price and came with two rolls as well as the salad I chose for my side. The chicken was 3 thighs which were juicy although the sauce wasn't particularly flavorful. There were plenty of spaetzle as well. A great affordable decently healthy meal overall.

Quick pick-up for to-go items. Delish menu…read moreCan't go wrong Fave dish: chicken paprikash

I ordered the Peachy Pecan Chicken Salad for takeout last night. It included fresh spinach, grilled…read morered peppers, sliced peaches, cranberries, candied pecans, and grilled chicken, with poppyseed dressing on the side. I chose the poppyseed dressing, though I probably should have tried the hot bacon dressing instead that was suggested on the menu. Overall, it was just okay for me. The salad was a little bland, not very plentiful, and smaller than expected for nearly $20. The chicken was somewhat dry, and the peaches seemed like they may have been canned rather than fresh. It wasn't terrible, but it's not something I would order again. We often order the chicken paprikash to go and that's outstanding, so I will continue returning for that but the salad is something I wouldn't get again.

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.

Awesome family restaurant. Authentic. Delicious. Satisfying portions. Great service. Even claim…read moreingredients are sourced well. They have a little marketplace of beer and wine and a big dessert case. Pretty decor with a Midwestern diner vibe. Had a great calm breakfast there with the family- will be back for sure! We drove 30 minutes for this place from Cleveland and it was well worth it.

I wasn't sure where I wanted to go to breakfast this morning because the City of Willoughby (in…read moretheir infinite wisdom) decided to block off the entirety of downtown for a festival. So no one could reach the downtown businesses. So on my way home I came across "Cafe Europa and Bistro" in the Pineridge shopping plaza. It's a small storefront in the middle of the plaza, run by a European family - husband, wife, and son. When I walked in I was a bit surprised that the place was entirely empty because the parking lot was nearly full. The son greeted me warmly and told me to choose any table. He brought me water (spring water) and a menu. We chatted a little. I read the short, very to the point, breakfast menu. And settled on the "Healthy Breakfast". The young man was exceedingly friendly and kept up a running conversation the entire time. His mother was in the kitchen preparing my breakfast. And the entire thing took on a surreal feeling as if I was in the kitchen of their home as a guest. A marvelously fresh breakfast appeared very shortly thereafter and I began my breakfast, as the running conversation (admittedly a bit one sided) continued. An oversized mug of excellent coffee appeared quickly that really was excellent. Time flew by and before I knew it I was reading to leave. The young man asked if I would like a ginger shot, on the house before I left. I thanked him but said no. I paid my $16 bill and after a few pleasantries, departed. All in all it was an unusual experience. Excellent food, good service, nice people... but maybe a little too personal... maybe? I don't know. It was just different. I guess I would just say you should give it a try and see what you think.

This is one of the most hip places in Cleveland!! Seriously! I'm a Clevelander (at least for now),…read moregrew up here, watched downtown plummet, rise, fall, and now is on the incline again. This is thanks to places like Centro! A fun bar with a really great menu. Their drinks are great, they know how to lean into their pour! The ambiance is very fun and hip. Great place to meet out of town friends. The food is good, and has a fun menu that includes good pizzas (they need to really crisp up their dough, though). The lobster bisque is excellent, and they have a nice selection of sandwiches and appetizers. Just a great meeting place for other Clevelanders, or out of towners. If this is the new Cleveland, we have a GREAT future here! Too awesome!

Highly recommend, especially if you're already staying at the 9. We reserved the chefs table, so we…read morecould watch the kitchen, which was a pretty cool experience. Our waitress was incredible!!! The food was good and I loved the atmosphere.