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L'ALBATROS BRASSERIE + BAR

(4.9 Score)
11401 Bellflower Road,
Cleveland, OH 44106 Directions

Since 2008

Specialities:

✓Grilled Salmon ✓Mussels with Pommes Frites ✓Bouillabaisse for Two ✓Sauerkraut with Garnish ✓Duck Confit ✓Cassoulet ✓Chicken Confit ✓Chicken Breast ✓Grilled Sausage Platter ✓Shrimp Pasta ✓Roasted Cod ✓Pork Three Ways ✓Pig’s Foot ✓Hanger Steak and Frites ✓Roasted Trout with Almond Crust ✓Braised Lamb Shoulder ✓Croque Monsieur ✓The Albatros Burger

" L'Albatros Brasserie + Bar offers a cozy and inviting setting for delicious French brasserie dishes. Over 30 years ago, Chef Zack Bruell was recognized for bringing bistro dining and fusion cuisine from the West Coast to the area. Their menu features classic French dishes with a creative touch. Guests can enjoy favorites like Hanger Steak & Fries with Béarnaise Sauce, Bouillabaisse, and Duck Confit. The restaurant also has a rotating cheese board and a wine list with over 300 options. L'Albatros Brasserie + Bar offers free Wi-Fi and wheelchair accessibility. Their Roasted Trout with Almond Crust is served with tomato confit, green beans, and truffle butter, making for a memorable meal. They also serve great cocktails. L'Albatros Brasserie + Bar provides plenty of parking options.

2026 Highlights: Chef and restaurateur Zack Bruell introduced an influential bistro dining and fusion cuisine concept to Cleveland after working with renowned chef Michael McCarty in Santa Monica."

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Menu:

Soups
Onion Soup Gratinée $14
Soup Of The Day $9
Split Pea Soup $9
Appetizers
Cheese Plate $16 $20 $24
Chef's Terrine $15
Smoked Salmon Plate $16
Oysters On The Half Shell $18
Goat Cheese Tart $13
Escargots $16
Chicken Liver And Foie Gras Mousseline $16
Braised Leeks $10
Charcuterie Platter $22
Pork Rillettes $16
"French Toast" $16
Chilled Artichoke $16
Salads
Mixed Greens $9
Arugula And Radicchio With Parmesan $14
Frisée And Bacon With Poached Egg $15
Brasserie Chop Salad With Roquefort $16
Watercress Caesar $15
Radish And Cucumber $14
Main Course
Grilled Salmon $30
Mussels With French Fries $28
Hanger Steak And Fries $36
Sauerkraut With Meat And Sausage $32
Duck Confit $36
Cassoulet $38
Bouillabaisse For Two $72
Chicken Confit $28
Chicken Breast $28

Contact:

(216) 791-7880

Tue-Thu: 4pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 4pm - 11pm
Sun: 3pm - 8pm
Mon: Closed

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EDWINS LEADERSHIP & RESTAURANT INSTITUTE

(4.8 Score)
12383 Cedar Road,
Cleveland, OH 44106 Directions

Since 2007

Specialities:

✓Escargot ✓Steak Tartare ✓Ham Croquette ✓Basque Squid ✓Oysters Rockefeller ✓Parisian Wings ✓Frog Legs ✓Mac N Cheese ✓Bacon Wrapped Lamb Chops ✓Charcuterie ✓Crab Salad ✓Lobster and Shrimp Roll ✓Crab Cakes ✓Caviar ✓French Onion Soup ✓Soup of the Day ✓Chopped Salad ✓Nice ✓Goat Cheese ✓Mixed Green Salad ✓Shrimp Cocktail ✓Oysters on the Half Shell

" Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute provides upscale French cuisine, featuring meat, seafood, and a variety of drinks. The restaurant is dedicated to developing leadership skills through cooking. Brandon Edwin Chrostowski founded this restaurant. They combine fine French dining with a mission to empower people. Guests can also relax in the bar and lounge area before or after their meal. The restaurant accommodates different dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Their Burgundy snails are served with caramelized fennel, garlic, butter, and parsley, for an authentic French experience. Edwins Leadership & Restaurant also has a bakery with homemade treats and a butcher shop with high-quality meats. Free street parking is available, and gift cards make a great surprise for loved ones. A private dining room and happy hour food are also available for your convenience.

2026 Highlights: Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute combines a French restaurant with a tuition-free culinary and hospitality training program for formerly incarcerated individuals, providing real restaurant experience and career preparation."

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Menu:

Hors D’Oeuvres
Escargot $13
Steak Tartare $14
Ham Croquettes $9
Basque Calamari $13
Rockefeller Oysters $12
Parisian Wings $10
Frog Legs $15
Cheese $5
Macaroni And Cheese $9
Bacon Wrapped Lamb Chop $15
Cured Meats $15
Smoked Salmon $12
Soups & Salads
French Onion Soup $10
Soup Of The Day $9
Lobster Bisque $12
Chopped Salad $10
Niçoise Salad $12
Goat Cheese Salad $12
Mixed Green Salad $8
Vegan
Ratatouille $12
Bánh Mì Burger $14
Fresh Gnocchi $18
Mushroom Risotto $15
Pour Les Enfants
Duck Confit Poutine $10
Gruyère Cheese Fondue $10
Chicken Tenders $8
Fresh From The Sea
Shrimp Cocktail $12
Oysters On The Half Shell $15
Crab Dip $15
Lobster And Shrimp Roll $20
Crab Cakes $18
Caviar Mp
Mains
Steak And Fries $33
Basque Mussels $24

Contact:

(216) 921-3333

Brasserie:
Mon-Wed: 4pm - 12pm
Thu-Sat: 4pm - 2am
Sun: 10am - 3pm
Fine Dining:
Tue-Sat: 4pm - 10pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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LE PETIT TRIANGLE CAFE

(4.8 Score)
1881 Fulton Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44113 Directions

Since 2007

Specialities:

✓Croque Monsieur ✓Croissant Breakfast Sandwich ✓Steak and Boursin ✓Ham and Cheese ✓Spinach Tomato and Chèvre ✓Smoked Salmon Boursin and Spinach ✓Bacon Caramelized Onion and Cheddar ✓Triangle Salad ✓Smoked Trout and Lentil ✓Salade Lyonnaise ✓Croque Norvégien ✓Three Onion Soup ✓Soup of the Day ✓French Toast ✓Vegetarian Quiche ✓Steak and Oeufs ✓Bacalao Benedict ✓Shakshuka ✓Niçoise ✓Croque Provençal

" Le Petit Triangle Cafe is a cozy spot where you can enjoy coffee and pastries in the morning or a relaxing wine dinner in the evening. Tom and Joy Harlor are the owners of this restaurant. Guests can enjoy fresh soups, bread, desserts, and espresso or have a full three-course meal with champagne cocktails. Whether for a family gathering, a romantic date, or a business meeting, the cafe suits any occasion. The brunch menu features favorites like Croque Monsieur, Escargot, and Cassoulet. They also offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Guests can dine indoors, on the patio, or order takeout. Free street parking is available for convenience. They also serve happy hour food and great cocktails. Their snails feature parsley, garlic butter, and a baguette.

2026 Highlights: Le Petit Triangle is modeled after a true Parisian café, offering a neighborhood setting for breakfast, lunch meetings, and evening wine, cocktails, and dining."

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Menu:

Small Plates
Cod Potato Cakes $11
Escargots $14
Melted Double Cream Cheese $15
Scallops With Mushroom Cream Sauce $14
Pork Pistachio Terrine $8
Platters
Seafood Platter $22
Mediterranean Platter $14
Cheese Platter $21
Soups And Salads
Triangle Salad $7 $11
Niçoise Salad $16
Smoked Trout And Lentil Salad $14
Spring Salad $13
Three Onion Soup $8
Soup Of The Day $5 $8
Sandwiches
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich $15
Croque Monsieur $14
Croque Provençal $14
Steak And Boursin $18
Brunch Entrees
Classic French Toast $10
Vegetarian Quiche $13
Cod Benedict $17
Steak And Eggs $32
Shakshuka $13
Savory French Toast $13
Beef Burgundy $23
Mushroom Burgundy $21
Baked Eggs $15
Yogurt Parfait $12
Omelettes
Bacon, Caramelized Onion And Cheddar $14

Contact:

(216) 281-1881

Wed & Thu: 10am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 10am - 9:30pm
Sun: 10am - 8pm
Mon & Tue: Closed

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L'ALBATROS BRASSERIE + BAR REVIEWS

We stopped here after the Museum for a nice night out. We were rewarded with one of our now favorite restaurants. Everything about this place is excellent. The service was very attentive, food was delicious with a great variety of choices. The atmosphere was nicely cut up and defined. It was cozy and the ceilings had drop pads to soften the noise. It was easy to converse at normal voices and feel secluded in our own conversations. Honestly I could not say enough good things about our this place. Coat check, professional, open kitchen, quality food, and did I mention a very attentive staff. Excellent.

First time here. Came before a Severance Hall event due to the close proximity to the venue. Can't say a bad thing about the place. We sat at the bar. Our bartenders were attentive and nice to chat with. The drinks were all very good. The food was also delicious. Definitely will come back! Hopefully, we will have more time to try and enjoy their desserts.

Unbelievable service! Love seeing the kitchen when you first walk in. Food....best I've ever had. Incredible experience for a special holiday dinner. I felt like I was in New York City.

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EDWINS LEADERSHIP & RESTAURANT INSTITUTE REVIEWS

Took my wife here for her birthday. While we really don't seek out French food, we heard the place was good. We were absolutely blown away by the creativity and flavor of our dishes! The Nicoise salad was incredible! Entrees were amazing as well and we finished with the table side banannas foster. We got to watch the pressed duck next to us. Definitely a 'must go' place!! I took off a couple points as our server (we could tell he was new) barely said 10 words to us the entire dinner and had no knowledge of the menu or drinks. He was a little nervous I think. We kinda had server-envy as we could see some others were really engaging other patrons. We'll be back with a table full of friends to share next time.

Almost everyone who works here has served time and is now serving/making food to rehabilitate their lives. All categories...5-stars plus. It's a must dine in a great location. Get the seafood sausage.

Seafood Sausage appetizer was outstanding. Same with the rabbit dish main course. A memorably great meal with excellent service.

LE PETIT TRIANGLE CAFE REVIEWS

I am so impressed by this place!! The restaurant we were planning to go to for brunch was closing soon so we spontaneously called this French cafe and they were able to accommodate us despite being busy. We ordered the Steak and Boursin sandwich, the Mushroom D’auvergne Complete savory crepe (with brie cheese instead of blue cheese), the side of ratatouille, and the side of sausage. Everything was outstanding - we were so glad we ended up here and both agreed it would be difficult to order different items on the menu next time because of how much we loved our food! They also had many sweet options, including delicious looking sweet crepes, but we usually lean more savory. The cafe itself is definitely petite, which I honestly prefer for noise level and the feeling of intimacy when dining out. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this cafe to others.

We were visiting Cleveland from out of state. We decided on Le Petit Triangle Cafe as it was recommended by the Inn where we were staying and walking distance. Since it was the weekend of Valentine's Day, we had low expectations that a table would be available without a reservation. Fortunately, we were able to get a table after a short wait, which we spent trying cocktails at the bar. Once seated, the service was fast and friendly. The food was delicious and satisfying. I would definitely recommend Le Petit Triangle Cafe for a cozy dinner date.

Incredible food and atmosphere. The Moroccan lamb balls were absolutely delicious. The steak was great. The mezze platter was also great.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

L'ALBATROS BRASSERIE + BAR Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 11.4K: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

EDWINS LEADERSHIP & RESTAURANT INSTITUTE Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 6.1K: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LE PETIT TRIANGLE CAFE Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 3.2K: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10