Thursday, March 10, 2011
Fine dining along the river.
With so many restaurant options in the area, it can be difficult to decide on a place for dinner. So why not let Brecksville Patch do the work for you? This week's Bites Nearby pick is just a short drive out of the city into Valley View. Lockkeepers Cuisine: Italian/American Drinks: In addition to concoctions like the Blood Orange Bellini, the Amaretto Pear Martini and the Pomegranate Cooler, Lockkeepers has an extensive collection of red and white wines. Appetizers: Guests can choose from dishes like fried formaggio ($5.95), tuna tartaro ($10.95), stuffed pepper ($6.95), sautéed mussels ($8.95) and Lockkeepers Calamari ($9.95). Entrees: The meal choices include cavatelli arrabiata ($14.95), frutti de mare ($22.95), lasagna ($15.95), …
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8001 Rockside Rd, Valley View, OH
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Thursday, March 3, 2011
Traditional Italian as they see it.
Looking to try something new this weekend? Rather than driving around aimlessly until you find someplace that catches your eye--and that everyone can agree on--why not try our Bites Nearby pick for the week? Oggi Ristorante Cuisine: Italian Atmosphere: Casual, but the feeling that you are under-dressed hits you as soon as you step inside. Drinks: Oggi’s has a modest selection of white and red wines sold by the glass or the bottle. Appetizers: Choose from selections like fried artichoke hearts ($8.95), calamari ($8.95), banana peppers, ($8. 95) and Oggi Pizza ($9.95). Entrees: Oggi's offers traditional Italian dishes like lasagna ($17.95), wild mushroom ravioli ($16.95), manicotti ($14.95), spaghetti and meatballs ($15.95), Fettuccine …
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-81.683983
203 E Royalton Rd, Broadview Heights, OH
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Sakura offers a typical taste of Asian cuisine.
Looking for somewhere different to eat this weekend? Why not let Brecksville Patch take the work out of the decision and try this week's Bites Nearby choice? Sakura Overview: Sakura is a Japanese seafood and steak house. Atmosphere: Casual The Drinks: Sakura features a wide variety of wines, premium sakes and martinis like green apple and chocolate raspberry. Appetizers: If you're hungry before the meal, the options include negimaki ($7.95), tempura ($7.50), Volcano Beef ($8.50) and sashimi ($9.95). Entrees: There are more than 100 to choose from, such as the Steak and Chicken Hibachi ($21.75), the Imperial Seafood Combo ($13.95) and a wide selection of sushi rolls. Sides: Sides include a seaweed salad ($5.25), clam soup (2.75) and miso …
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Sakura Japanese
8409 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Fresh seafood done right.
Don't wait until everyone's in the car to decide where to eat dinner. Let Brecksville Patch help you out with our weekly Bites Nearby suggestions. This week, we visit Bonefish Grill in nearby Independence. Bonefish Grill Overview: Bonefish Grill is a restaurant that offers upscale seafood in a casual environment. Decor: Spacious dining area. The Drinks: Drinks include specialty concoctions like the Bee’s Knees Martini and the Bonefish Martini, as well as a wide selection of wines. Appetizers: The choices include Fresh Ceviche ($6.90), Wagyu Beef + Ginger Dumplings ($7.90) and Bang Bang Shrimp ($8.30). Entrees: Some of the choices include Baja Fish Tacos ($8.90), Chilean Sea Bass ($26), Atlantic Salmon ($15.90), Lily’s Chicken ($13.70) and …
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6150 Rockside Pl, Independence, OH
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
The local restaurant has been serving people for 25 years and counting.
You could spend hours debating old favorites versus new hot spots with your friends and family, trying to decide where to grab dinner this weekend. Or you could try our Bites Nearby pick for the week, The Courtyard Café. Wasn't that much easier? The Courtyard Café Overview: A longtime fixture, this Brecksville neighborhood bar and restaurant continues to be a popular destination for residents. Decor: Dark, small and cozy, maybe to the point of feeling a bit cramped. The Drinks: The Courtyard Café offers various foreign and domestic beers, plus a full bar. Appetizers: Classic favorites like Baked French Onion Soup au Gratin ($4.59), Grilled Chicken Nachos ($9.95) and the Rib Sampler ($9.95). Entrees: With more than 60, there are …
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The Courtyard Cafe
7600 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Thursday, February 3, 2011
All about the food in Brecksville.
You could just drive around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But don’t waste your time. Instead, Brecksville Patch will pick a great restaurant each week--either in town or nearby--that is worth checking out. This week, we’re featuring Creekside Restaurant and Bar. Creekside Restaurant and Bar Overview: Located on the banks of Chippewa Creek, this eatery offers daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. The restaurant also features a separate bar and lounge, as well as a party room for special events. Decor: Contemporary with a classic feel. The restaurant is spacious enough to accommodate a lot of people. The Drinks: Some of the available drinks include the Blueberry Dream Martini, the Creekside Martini and the Cosmopolitan. …
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Creekside Restaurant
8803 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH
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Heather McGahee
12:19 pm on Friday, February 25, 2011
Good review. If I wasn't snowed in, I'd be there in a heartbeat! more ›