Lola
(216) 621-5652
2058 E 4th St
Cleveland,
OH
44115
41.4989
-81.6901
Neighborhood: Downtown
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The Scene
In a historic neighborhood of onion-domed Russian Orthodox churches, Lola is surrounded by babushkas during the day and BMWs at night. Inside, it's cool and comfortable, a culinary showcase of chic techniques and modern methods. Chef Michael Symon is a hometown product who graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and worked his way up the local food chain. Symon's stylings can be admired both live and via his frequent Food Network appearances.
The Food
Lola's menu lists North Coast staples like lasagna, tater tots and mac and cheese. Forget great aunt Fanny's comfort supper: Symon's porcini-laced lasagna uses gouda; fresh crab tater tots side his Slash 'n' Burn (Lola speak for blackened grouper); and macaroni accompanies goat cheese-and-rosemary chicken.
User Reviews
jbm10
May 19, 2009
We love eating at Lola. Even though pricey, we went for our anniversary. The food was fabulous. My husband isn't the most food adventurous type and he loved his food. The meat and scallops were cooked perfect. Everything really did make the occasion even more special. We went back a second time for Cleveland restaurant week. $50/person and it was a three course meal with large portions. We still rave about the maple bacon ice cream. Thanks Michael for a great place in Downtown Cleveland. It's definitely worth a visit.
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CSMobileUser
March 04, 2009
Worth a stop if downtown. Innovative food, servers very good with recommendations. I would take out of towners to Lolita if they want a taste of Michael Symons cooking though...
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Anonymous
February 17, 2009
Definitely above the ordinary, this placed has the ambiance and menu of a New York place! And they're not afraid to offer unusual items for a nice restaurant - fried bologna sandwich isn't what your mom used to make - it's better!
read full reviewThe Details on Lola
What to Drink:
Lola has 4,000 bottles of wine in the cellar at all times, including fine boutique wines rarely sipped in Ohio.
When to Go:
The raw bar hums from afternoon until late night, with last oyster call at 2am on weekends.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Michael Symon
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
