Cynthia Ries

Really enjoyed trying this new spot in Willoughby by the hospital on Euclid Ave., and I'll be back! Fresh decor, and spacious. Love that they leave you a whole thermos pot of coffee at the table, and a glass carafe of water. The menu skews to healthier options like a side salad instead of potatoes with egg dishes. Lots of avocado on the menu. I had the Trifecta-- eggs, meat, and a waffle. The waffle was soft and fluffy and served w a berry compote. My chicken sausage patty was flavorful, and a nice change from pork. They only serve breakfast and lunch. Super service, too. I went back a week later and ordered a sandwich that was delicious: ham and guyere served with a side of tomato soup (or salad, choice).

Went out of my way to try this because it's a friend's favorite. It was packed on a Saturday night and a line waiting. I ordered a red wine that I had to send back it was so bad, but the substitute was better. The menu is diverse, with the usual Indian dishes and lots of vegetarian choices. I ordered the butter chicken (entrees come with rice) and samosas. The samosas were very small, hard, and disappointing, but did come with tamarind and mint sauces. The butter chicken had a lot of white meat and a flavorful tomato sauce that was on the thinner side. The star of the meal was the bread, which seemed scratch-made, light and fluffy, and delicious. I could've just eaten bread and been happy! I got some Cucumber Raita that was in a small condiment cup and a miss--especially for the $3.50 or so price! Overall, a good meal saved by the bread, but it was overpriced in some items. Worth a try if you're in Mentor and want to try something new.

Popular local chain featuring American style classics and cocktails in a warm, stylishly rustic atmosphere. I used to love this place, but lately I've found the food and menu disappointing. My salmon salad was skimpy on the salad part but had a perfectly cooked nice portion of salmon. The basalmic dressing was delicious. Nearly $20, no bread served with it, and I was still hungry (which never happens for me!). After I finished the salad, I ended up ordering the lobster bisque, which was nothing special, and a steep $10. My server was friendly and responsive, which saved the disappointing visit. I eat out all the time and comparing the salad to others, it's not worth it. I think corporate mentality has ruined this restaurant, sadly.

Musically exquisite but lacking guest service friendliness, especially for older folks. The website is difficult to manage and get details from in advance, such as parking options and dining options (they mention it but lack details). I showed up to park underneath, and there was a notice saying only prepaid and passes. I was 45 minutes early for the concert but was baffled at where to go. Street parking was only for 2 hours and taken. I finally went across the street and found a Case lot unattended w a phone pay system, and 3 others struggling to get the system to work. It took me 20 minutes, and about 6 tries to finally get it paid. Inside was a hive w a lobby full of things to buy and eat but little in directions on where to enter the house. Once inside, we had to seek out an usher several times to find our seat, and even they were confused and had to eventually find a house manager who then figured out what looked like a 3 on our phone screen for their Ticket Wallet app was really Row J. So much unnecessary stress and uncertainty for guests, and both of us are not new concertgoers (we work in the arts)! But we are over 60, and most everyone, including the staff, was also. These online solutions can be great but why not make them easier to use? I had been considering subscribing, but now, nope!