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Lola Bistro & Wine Bar

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Chef-owner Michael Symon has received national attention from food and wine critics, but he stays true to the Cleveland roots with creations he describes as "urban comfort food." Popular choices include the smoked-lobster salad with red pepper and papaya, the bone-in rib eye with morels and potato puree, and, at lunch, the macaroni-and-cheese dish with fresh rosemary, goat cheese, and roasted chicken. Fish and game are first-rate, and the desserts are out of this world. There's also a second location downtown at 2058 E. 4th Street.

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  • Address: 2058 East 4th St., Tremont, Cleveland, OH, 44115 | Map It
  • Phone: 216/621-5652
  • Website: www.lolabistro.com
  • Location: Tremont

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  • Reservations essential.
  • Credit cards accepted.
  • Closed Mon.
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    It's actually called Lolita now but this is my favorite of Michael Symon's 4 locations. It is also my favorite Cleveland restaurant as well. I love the Lamb Steak entree. The fresh fish and pizza are always tempting too. But my favorite thing is ending with the cheese board that offers 4 local (and unusual) selections that change regularly along with a jam spread and honey. And then there's the French 75's and Hot Dirty Bird Martinis on the drink menu too. Lolita is more edgier in its selections than Symon's flagship Lola. The kitchen is open so with the right seat, you get quite a show of the chefs preparing everything. Parking is only on the street which can be tough in Cleveland winters but Valet service is available. The place is on the small side and reservations are essential as it fills up quickly. There is a small bar to one side that offers a few extra food selections over the restaurant menu as well but that crowds up even faster than the restaurant.

    by Jack_K, 4/1/10

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