Flour
34205 Chagrin Blvd, Moreland Hills, OH, 44022
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Address :
34205 Chagrin Blvd
Moreland Hills, OH, 44022 - Phone (216) 464-3700
- Website https://flourrestaurant.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 2:00pm
- Mon : 11:30 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Valet
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Ben S.
I have been for dinner several times, but just decided to try brunch today. As I love what this restaurant's self-proclaimed "rustic" style does to traditional Italian food, I figured they would also have a good brunch. I was excited about the pork banh mi on the menu, but when I asked the waitress informed me it was a fatty pork cut. She said there was tenderloin present, but that shredded pork belly was also present. I ordered the veggie omelet instead. The flavor was really good! There were only peppers inside, red and orange, but it was delicious in its simplicity. Watch when you order breakfast items as some come with fruit and others potatoes. I thought the omelet came with potatoes so I ordered a side of fruit and then when the food came I had 2 sides of fruit because the omelet really came with fruit. I felt the waitress should have said something when I ordered an additional side of fruit, like you know it already comes with fruit. But she didn't. But she did willingly bring me a side of potatoes and not charge me for them and let me keep the fruit. They also have for $15 unlimited mimosas and they come in 3 flavors in addition to orange. The same cool atmosphere and lively crowd for brunch as there is at dinner time. I definitely like the spin this place puts on food and I'll definitely be back.
(5)Jon O.
I'll never get the good reviews of this place. Went here recently with the husband and it will be the last time. We've gone before and sometimes it's decent while other times it isn't. The space is beautiful and the service can be good. The food is mediocre at best. Last night I had a pizza and it wasn't cooked enough and the crust became soggy and didn't stand up to the toppings. This is the problem with their pizzas. Sometimes they're cooked well and other times they're barely cooked. Also, the pizza sauce that they use tastes canned. The husband got a pasta which he swears was from chef boyardee. They have a good calamari. They are a step up from Bravo (which is probably the worst restaurant in the area) but their prices are too high for food this mediocre. If you want good Italian, there are much better options in Greater Cleveland.
(1)Aaron A.
We've been here for brunch quite a few times now; it's hard to compete with 15$ bottomless mimosas! Order the oxtail hash and the spicy potatoes, trust me! Today I had the bahn mi, which in spite of surprising me by being on foccia, was quite good. As far as service goes we didn't really want for anything, although somewhat humorously they were recycling our flutes because they didn't have enough glasses! You'll shell out a few bucks for it, but definitely a solid brunch.
(5)Joshua G.
Flour was simply shocking in its ineptitude. The calamari was passable, though pretty standard gfs-style "rings". The funghi pizza was good, but oily beyond belief. The real kicker though was the tagliatelle bolognese. It tasted, I kid you not, exactly like beefaroni. Except that it came at nine times the price. I managed to choke down three bites. Once for the first impression, a second to confirm what I thought I tasted, and a third to let my wife "taste this crap that tastes like chef boyardee" The fried olives were a revelation, though, so there's that. We were $120 out the door, with two appetizers, two entrees and three drinks. We could have put the same meal together on a seven dollar trip to target, coupons notwithstanding. Stay away. Oh, and I very nearly forgot, one of the hostesses was wearing what appeared to be a linen toga-and-diaper onesie. It's sounds odd, but that's truly what it looked like. Either way, her butt was hanging out, which didn't exactly lend zest to the canned pasta.
(1)C. D.
Excellent pizza! Good service, nice locale.
(5)Lin H.
Flour was tasty! For the items or bites that weren't crazy good, they really cared to know. That tells me Flour is the type of restaurant who that wants to improve and provide the best experience possible for customers. The spaghetti+clam dish unfortunately ended up with some old tasting clams, but they whisked it away and brought back a new one. The beef cheek tortellini was delicious, though the tortellini noodles were a bit thick to bite through. Those are my only complaints!
(4)Rob T.
My wife and I have been to Flour a lot, and, even though we really like it, wanted to try something different. Spotting the pumpkin agnolotti on the menu changed her mind. On a 10-point scale ... Split the local greens salad (7) - Good and fresh, but nothing exceptional Shared spinach risotto croquettes (9) - Dipping sauce was incredible Pumpkin agnolotti (9) - Hesitant to give anything a 10 Tagliatelle (9) - It's my Flour staple unless I'm in the mood for a food-fire pizza We didn't have a reservation, but they were happy to seat us at a high-top table in the bar. The staff was very friendly. We'll be back, of course.
(4)Janey S.
Flour is a delicious Italian restaurant. I went for brunch to do a review for my food blog you can check out the details at foodsofjane.com . Chef Mytro and Chef Minnillo are an amazing team and their menu has an Italian style + creative side.
(5)Scott M.
Was served undercooked salmon. The waiter agreed the salmon was undercooked. They took it back and refired it, but didn't make any adjustments to the check. The TVs also detracted from the dining experience, something I would expect from a sports bar, not a fine dining restaurant charging $30+ per plate. The service was also not prompt or attentive.
(1)Stephen M.
What a great surprise! I was traveling through Cleveland and stumbled upon this place when searching for outside, dog-friendly seating. We had a reservation, and were seated fairly promptly--you cannot reserve the patio, as we found out, so even with a reservation, it turns into first come, first served. We went on a Friday evening, and, during summers, they run an outside table-side (steak? prime rib?) promotion that we did not select. But the outside seating is perfect for a hot summer's day, even if you not choose the table-side preparation option. Chicken was exceptionally good, but I had higher expectations for the veal and would not get it again. Still, it was a fantastic, never rushed Italian meal and just what we were looking for. The wine selection was very good with servers knowledgeable about pairings, but not bent on upselling customers. We decided to go with a Vermentino, and were very glad we did. The restaurant is dog-friendly, and a few servers and even a member of the kitchen staff stopped by to say hello to our dog. Its one of the few higher-end places that takes a liberal approach to bringing pets, or so it appears from our search. The parking lot looks like a luxury car lot, but lots of customers were in business casual. I would not suggest rolling in with jeans and a t-shirt; this is more of, at a minimu, a polo + kakhis place. you may feel under-dressed if you're not in a dress shirt indoors. Highly recommend.
(4)Doug J.
3 words... Chorizo Stuffed Dates.. Unbelievable. What a breath of fresh air in the Solon area. I felt like I was in Vegas again. The place looked cool, the people looked hot, and the food was fantastic!
(5)Casey S.
Consistently stellar. Love the atmosphere, love the menu selection and they even carry my favorite scotch. I'd eat there every day if I could. Sunday brunch was one of the best in the area. The antipasti platter is a great way to start over cocktails. Always good, always wanna go back.
(5)Pogo C.
Been there twice for brunch and loved it. So I took my friends there tonight. The entrees were good; but the Italian wedding soup I ordered was "offensive" tasting. The broth was clear and dark; the vegetables in there were raw or just 10% cooked, unlike traditional Italian wedding soup having all the flavor of melted veggies; the broth does not have any depth of flavor but pure saltiness; the supermarket Italian wedding soup was far better and just costs fraction of the price they charge. I called the waitress and returned the soup. My dessert "warm apple" something rather was very offensive tasting as well; there was no flavor in the apples; no sugar, cinnamon or nutmeg added; the crumb was not browned enough to be crunchy; the only good thing was the vanilla bean ice cream, but I know they didn't make that. Very disappointed at the soup and dessert, I think a 10 year old can cook better than that. I am thinking this might be a lack of management issue that they allowed this kind of poor quality of food to be served at a I considered high end restaurant. Will NEVER go back there again.
(2)Joao Pedro L.
What a great setting for brunch. Love the decor, the service is great and the food is some of the best Italian food you'll find in Cleveland (way better and more genuinely Italian than in the majority of restaurants at Little Italy). The pizzas are really good, they don't beat the ones at Vero's, but they are really good. The rest of the things I tried for brunch were delicious (had the flat bread panini and the potatoes girarrosto style) and they have several mimosa flavors. Can't remember the name and can't find it in their menu, but they also have a caramel dessert (kind of a caramel pudding, comes in a glass) that I highly recommend you try (it's not in the menu but you should ask for it).
(4)Anthony L.
Great atmosphere, and food is really good. Especially love their Sunday brunch, great for a Sunday fun day!
(4)Alexa A.
A great restaurant! My family often goes there for lunch and dinner. Pizzas by far the best in Cleveland, and their ever changing menu never disappoints. The reason I am giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because today I decided to try their Sunday brunch. I was a bit confused because they do not offer egg whites. The waitress explained that they use an egg wash, but when I questioned how they got poached and sunny side up eggs, she said they were pre prepared. Additionally, the breakfast potatoes were quite dry, and the short rib hash sauce was way too spicy! As someone who quite enjoys heat, I could barely get through a few bites. However, the breakfast pizza was fantastic. As I stated earlier, their pizza is the best I've had anywhere in Cleveland. Despite a few minor errors, I will definitely be adding Flour's brunch to the list of meals that I look forward to eating there!
(4)Julie D.
Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The pizzas were great and the truffles for dessert are tastey. We had a large party during prime dinner time and felt somewhat neglected by our waitress for a little while. But once other parties cleared out we received more attention. Overall it was great and will be back!
(5)Iris O.
My son and daughter-in-law and I went here for dinner during the Christmas season. The server explained the specials and the salmon with squash sticks and cauliflower sounded awesome. What a DISAPPOINTMENT!!! The vegetables were nothing more than a garnish! TWO buds of cauliflower and some THREADS of squash which were really tasteless. The salmon was tasty, but quite greasy. $29 for just a piece of salmon! My son had the chicken Cacciatore, which was tasty, but I felt overpriced. In general, I think all the food is overpriced and the portions are very skimpy. I would not go here again.
(2)Ben V.
Flour is very stylish with sleek new interior. The food is decent though it falls short of the setting. Rustic Italian is the aim though menu item are somewhat limited. Service was consistently good. Convenient location in a small stip mall in Moreland Hills. Plenty of parking, though I am a little perplexed by the Valet service.
(3)Laura H.
The good: The decor was fresh-looking and the bathroom was very clean. Our waitress was attentive and very nice. The "Super Tuscan" wine was very good, the bread they served with the appetizers came with quality olive oil and had a nice flavor, and the dessert (A caramel creme with orange scented whipped cream on top) was pretty good and large enough to split. They also had good coffee, which steaming hot when the waitress brought it out. My earring fell out when I was putting on my coat, and the waitress and bus person were nice enough to take a moment and help me find it, which I appreciated as well. The not-so-good: I love to cook and eat Italian food, so I'd been looking forward to my visit to Flour. I'm sorry to say the main word that described my experience there was "disappointing." The hostess was rude from the moment we called in our reservation. We arrived 10 minutes early, in no hurry, fully expecting to wait at the bar or in the waiting area, maybe with a drink, and she was downright curt, informing us when we simply approached her to check in for our reservation that we "would have to wait the full time." (We were in absolutely no hurry and as I said, fully expected to wait until our reservation time had arrived...). The bartender, likewise, was just kind of oddly cold and bordered on rude. She seemed visibly miffed that we "only" ordered a $60 bottle of wine to share between the three of us who were drinking. Sorry. The bad: We were seated at our table and our waitress did come right over to take our orders and explain the specials, etc. As I said above, she was very nice and we had no problems with her service. We tried maybe 7 different dishes at my table and nothing "wowed" any of us whatsoever. There were some pretty big misses, and at the price point of $22-$40+ for many of the dishes, there really shouldn't be mistakes of this kind. Appetizers were just okay (mussels and calamari were the two we ordered; someone at our table ordered a salad as well and said it was okay). The broth the mussels were served in did have a lot of flavor. As far as the main dishes, I ordered the veal parmesan, and it was just okay. The veal itself was overcooked on the edges, but the middle was still very tender. The sauce it was served with was very good. The pasta was a disgrace. I've never seen "spaghetti" that looked like that in my life, it truly looked and tasted like something out of a can or from a school lunch room rather than from an "Italian Kitchen." It was extremely overcooked, soggy, and mushy. I tasted the tagliatelle served with ragu alls bolognese was alright- again, mushy and overcooked, with a bland sauce. Nothing special. My sister ordered the pumpkin agnolotti. I didn't personally taste hers, but I know she wasn't happy with it. She said the pasta was undercooked in this case (not al dente, undercooked), which really didn't mesh well with the textures of the spiced apple and the pumpkin. She also said there was something "off" about the dish although she couldn't explain exactly what the issue was. The ugly: The next day after eating at Flour, two of us had sour stomachs and felt terrible all day long. I can't say for sure that it's related, but something didn't agree TL; DR Overpriced Italian food, poorly conceived with average-at-best execution. Would not recommend to friends, and almost no chance I'll go back.
(1)Valarie B.
Went there for lunch and was very pleased. I had a Caesar salad and cauliflower soup. Very nice atmosphere and good service. I would like to go back for dinner sometime.
(4)Lindsay H.
1. Great interior. High ceilings, I love the seafoam green tiled walls, good lighting, and tables are spaced far enough apart that you can freely converse about whatever inappropriate topic happens to emerge 2. Appetizers: The tartare was just 3 stars; there wasn't enough flavor. 3. Entree: I ordered the braised short rib, which was cooked perfectly tender with great flavor. My only suggestion would be that it needs more cowbell. I mean sauce. Just a tad more sauce would really take the cake. I also got a side of the brussel sprouts which were cooked in a creamy shallot sauce with pomegranate and pancetta. Tasty, but not mind blowing. Others ordered the salmon which they claimed was delicious and the pork looked yummy too. 4. They let you order a bottle of wine and take home the rest in the recorked bottle. My table finished our bottle, but I can imagine how it could be convenient for a less thirsty crowd. Overall, I'd definitely come here again! It's a restaurant I'd be willing to introduce to my parents.
(4)Matt B.
This is one of my favorite restaurant because of the atmosphere,food,and proximity to my home. The pizza is great, but it is a little pricey and having lived in New York the pizza could use a bit more breading and char and bubbles, in addition the cheese could be fresher along with the tomato sause that lacks the unmph that i wished it had, also the topings are small yet abundant on each slice. The burger is excellent and recently won an award, the sandwiches are refreshing and the chips and fried slides are perfectly crispy. The saladserve and soups are great clean and crisp dishes that are enjoyable for your tastebuds. Great place with a few quarks but I would not hesitate to recommend this joint.
(4)mike s.
In a town with lots of authentic Italian restaurants located in a neighborhood called Little Italy (and with an FBI history to match), opening an Italian eatery is always a challenge. Flour, located in the eastern suburb of Moreland Hills does a fair job of meeting that challenge. Here's our take. We were about an hour early on our reservations and were told rather peremptorily by one of the hostesses that we wouldn't be seated until it was close to our reservation time. We grabbed a couple of glasses of wine and sat in the rather comfortable chairs in the well apportioned waiting area - clearly the architect anticipated long waits for seating (probably because of the limited number of venues in the area). After a few minutes - and checking on how bar tables were handled (again that rather ungracious "it will be closer to your reservation time) we soon saw two seats open at the bar. We sat and ordered from there. The bar staff was professional, friendly and very attentive, even while making drinks for a steady stream of floor wait staff. We ordered house green salads, which were large an well done. My wife had a small spaghetti and clams and i ordered the veal. The bread was ciabatta and delicious, the salads tasty and the entrees were very good. Total bill with two glasses of wine each was over $110. The salads alone were just under $10 each. Other than the snooty atmosphere, the place was acceptable if loud, and the food was good if expensive. With so many choices across Northeast Ohio, we probably won't return, but you never know.
(3)Brady B.
Took my team at work for lunch here. Very friendly staff, food was pretty good, but I wouldn't necessarily say this was the best place I've eaten in CLE. Good option if you're looking for a different scene, but not memorable delicious food.
(3)Wesley M.
My wife and I have driven by Flour many a time and we finally made our first visit this past weekend. I think from the "Italian Kitchen" part of its OpenTable name listing we expected something a bit more intimate, decorative and "homey" in feel ... which was not what we found (we were initially seated in the bar section of the restaurant with a number of glaring TV screens hanging overhead before we asked to be switched to the dining room section). But regardless, the menu listings were excellent and we were very satisfied with our selections - the chorizo stuffed dates and funghi pizza especially. Our server Aaron was great, so despite our initial surprise we did ultimately enjoy our dinner experience.
(4)Jack S.
With all due respect to all those who RAVE about this restaurant, I thought NOT. This afternoon, I visited it along with my wife and 4 other adults and 2 children. The reserved table did not have enough places and they promptly fixed that. The meals were terrible and the pizza was rustic and really not in good taste for all of us. Service was terrible too as my wife had to ask for more cream for her coffee 3 times before it came on the 4th. The waitress would bring something and then disappear :-( The buttered noodles were ok as was the gnocchi. My wife's eggs were undercooked and my friends pizza had a raw egg on it. The waitress says that this place is crowded every night. Well, my butte ached from sitting on the wooden chairs too long. With all due respect, I was disrespected because with a party of 8, they automatically add the 20% to the bill. For good pizza, for us, Jet in Mayfield Heights sells great chicago style deep dish and Costco has great New York style pizza. :-)
(1)Rick F.
Thrilled about this new venture from Paul and Christopher. They nailed it with the Baricelli Inn. I like the modern feel of the space, needs a few finishing touches to round out the look and feel. Service was great!, hostess was great! Bread was fresh and delicious. Italian wedding soup needed a little more flavor but all in all it was great! Linguini w/Clam Sauce had fresh homemade noodles, great, I try this dish every chance I get and I make it at home. The key to success is a robust concentrated flavor that does not get absorbed by the pasta. This dish lacked flavor. Also I like the little clams but its a lot of work to remove the shells, a few for presentation is great but to many take away from my dining experience. I'm looking forward to my next visit, overall good experience.
(3)Bob B.
A year later, and Flour still rocks it! Love the Stozzapretti, the Faroe Salmon, and the Vermentino. The cheese & meat platter is great to start or finish. Enjoy !!
(5)Jason R.
So wanted to like this restaurant more than I did. Decor is great; food not so much. Our server was having a bad day too although I'm going to him a pass and not take off a star. The main disappointment was the fried chicken. Too much "coating" that was incredibly salty and chicken that was barely included. A good sauce couldn't mask the lack of actual food in the portion. Scrambled eggs were watery and unseasoned. Potatoes were generic. Overall didn't get the rustic nature of the kitchen.
(3)VJ V.
Flour is an Italian restaurant that dares to try new things. I appreciate boldness and ambition. The place had an energetic vibe and a modern ambience. The staff was friendly, courteous and looked like they enjoyed working there. Chinato is the restaurant I'd like to compare this one to, BUT I'd have to "handicap" my expectations with the fact that the prices in Flour are less. So this is where I am coming from. Dish by dish here's what I think: 1. Porchetta all Romana -- a slab of pork belly filled with a spicy herb mix at the core, rolled up in twine and roasted to a crisp. You will get an inch-thick slice from this slab. There are several things I look for in pork belly, (1) it should be tender enough to split with a fork and should melt in mouth, (2) the skin should be crispy, (3) fat should be well-rendered, (4) paired with a carb side that blends well. I liked it, but out of the four -- the dish gets all correct, expect for item #1. Should it perhaps have been roasted slower over a longer period of time, or perhaps braised before roasting? (Similar dishes in other places are: the porcheta at Chinato, the pork shank at Cowell and Hubbard or the pork chop saltimbocca at Greenhouse Tavern. All of them are fall-off-the-fork tender. But like I said earlier, there's a reason why these other places are also more expensive.) I love the spicy herb core because I have an affinity for very hot/spicy food. But my dinner date however, had to gulp a whole glass of water when she tried it. Know who you are in terms of spice tolerance before ordering this dish. 2. Chorizo dates wrapped in bacon. Bacon and dates are a classic combination, you'll find this is a good number of restaurants. The red sauce was both very sweet and very hot and spicy, the chorizo added more salt to the salty bacon. I thought there were too many competing flavors in this one, confusing. 3. Chicken Cacciatore. Nice. Classic. Safe. Much like a slow cooker cooked chicken dish one can make at home. It was hearty and homey. 4. I loved the miso-based mushroom soup special. The eggplant meatballs were to die for. It is strange we did not try a pasta dish in an Italian restaurant -- we will go for that next time. Overall, a great place to unwind after work in a convenient location if you live in the area. Factoring in the price range, I'll give it 3 stars despite the wishing a few things about the dishes were better.
(3)J R.
I was a bit disappointed that they didn't offer the regular lunch menu on Sundays, but our brunch for nine was most excellent. The staff was on top of things, explaining some of the dishes in detail and allowing for substitutions and/or deletions. They were wise to bring the kids' food first--French toast stuffed with Nutella, mascarpone cheese and peanut butter, and topped with chopped apples & syrup. I ended up splitting the same dish with my girlfriend as well as eating half a plate of the amazing strozzapreti (literally "priest strangler"), twisted pasta served with caper-butter, arugula, castelvetrano olives, and white anchovies. So friggin' good! Good bar, too. Several of us enjoyed drinks; I can personally attest to the fact that they know how to pour a generous glass of Bulleit bourbon with just the right amount of ice. Others in our group enjoyed a cheese pizza and the salmon pastrami (save some for me!).
(5)Kendrick K.
We should have read the reviews before coming. The prices were too high for the quality of food. The wait for service when there were few people in the restaurant was a tad lengthy. Wine and Sangria prices were WAY over priced. Try Degaetanos in Beachwood instead! Cheaper, larger portion, friendlier and prompt wait staff.
(2)Lynn F.
Will travel from the west side any time for Flour. Finally! A modern restaurant without the attitude! What a great experience. I've been there a couple times now for dinner. This last time we decided to belly up to the bar for happy hour before our dinner reservation. Good decision. Here's a recap: Happy Hour: The prices are great, and you can get some of their dinner options for much less. We had a couple drinks and split a margherita pizza. Not only were the cocktails well made, but the pizza was DELICIOUS! Thin, crispy crust, good sauce, fresh mozzarella and basil... so good. Dinner: Love that they start you off with fresh bread and olive oil. The homemade pasta was well made. I had the tagliatelle and my husband had the gnocchi. Both were excellent. Equally as good, if not better, were the eggplant meatballs. I wasn't sure about this since eggplant is one of those things that could go either way, and if it goes the bad way, it's really bad. But these? So worth it. Four generous servings with fresh sauce and melted cheese. You could easily make an appetizer out of this side. The servers, bartenders and hostesses are all pleasant, friendly and not pretentious at all. The decor is fresh, bright and modern without being intimidating. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because I thought some of the prices for the mains were a little high, but maybe they're worth it. I've never tried any, so I can't say.
(4)Maureen P.
To celebrate Cleveland Independents Restaurant week, three girlfriends and I decided to venture to the east side for a change. After scoping out the three course prix fixe menus online, we chose Flour. To summarize our dinner: disappointed. The goat cheese stuffed olives were okay to start and we figured there would be better courses to come. I was excited to try the butternut squash risotto with fried brussel sprouts on top. I never thought I'd say this about risotto, but it had no flavor. I added salt and pepper to try to save a failing dish. Two of my dinner companions ordered the salmon and they were pleased with it. Lastly, the traditional panna cotta was terrible - also severely lacking flavor. The popcorn nutella ice cream bar was rich, but I couldn't detect the popcorn or nutella flavor under the thick layer of chocolate that seemed to overpower the dish. All in all, we won't be back. I think I'll stick to the west side and downtown for future restaurant weeks.
(2)Natalie S.
We went to Flour at 9:00 on a Saturday and it was bustling, as usual. It was also restaurant week and their menu was one of the most appetizing on the list of restaurants, so I am sure that had something to do with the energetic crowd. The pork chop and brussels sprouts was AMAZING and a huge portion - we had an entire piece to bring home (and even though it was my boyfriend's meal, I have DIBS on that. YUM). My pasta was amazing, as usual. Hoping to make it out for happy or lunch sometime soon !
(5)Assunta N.
Just OK. Many better restaurants in the area - skip this one unless you're in a bind. Service and food quality were just average.
(2)Curt H.
The chorizo stuffed dates were not as good as I had hoped..a red sauce and chorizo that over powered the date itself...the bar area was quite loud and the bartender did not tell me about the specials before I ordered, had to hear from other customers...I think this place has promise but I did not enjoy my visit.
(3)Loveto D.
As a server myself, who dines out quite a bit I'm happy to say I found a place where I was thoroughly and genuinely happy with the service! My server, Anthony, and the bus crew were friendly and prompt. I didn't give it 5 stars for 2 reasons, though...I didn't care for the beef carpaccio it was drenched in vinegar and had a huge amount of capers and bitter greens. I didn't complain because I was hungry. However, my salad was good. Then my entrée, the short rib was delicious, although the presentation did not look appetizing in the least. I enjoyed my Nutella Panna Cotta and cappuccino. I will come back. Also 1 more reason ....no specials ....come on chef...gotta have specials
(4)Akhil K.
I'm an Italian Affecianado. I absolutely love the cuisine. And if you can actually make it authentic.... mmm... Flour is essentially exactly what it claims to be - a Rustic Italian Kitchen. Expect an upscale restaurant serving some of the tastiest Italian food (with a Sicilian bend) you have eaten! Started the evening with a Classic Martini ($9.50) and Arancini ($9). The bar at this place is actually pretty good! One of the few places I've been to that get the Vermouth to Gin ratio right... But the Hero of this palce is the food... Let's talk about the Arancini. Arancini, for the unacquainted, are these little fried balls of cheese and rice. Simple you say - but to perfect them is a tough task. You've got to flavor them right, make sure they are crispy on the outside, but the rice and cheese is perfectly melty and gooey on the inside, and that the flavor shines. And this place delivers. The only place I've had better is in Sicily itself. For the main course we ordered the Pasta Cavetelli and a Sweet Potato Gnocci. One thing I love about this place is that it serves you small plates if you would like ($12-$14 each), which, honestly, are the perfect size for a meal (unless you haven't eaten all day). The cavetelli was heavenly and the sweet potato gnocci was delicious! The only reason this place gets a 4 star review is their gnocci - just a wee bit overcooked. Also service - this place is a place that the art of good waiting has been remembered and passed down. A good wait service is never intrusive but always there. They don't bother your meal every 5 minutes with a "how are you doing", or a "can I fill your glass with more water?". Very simply, your water glass never goes empty, plates are whisked away when you're done, cutlery is bought out when you need it, and there is a person by your side within a couple of seconds if you turn and look for them. Perfect. There is a reason this place is one of Iron Chef Micheal Simon's favourite restaurants! Go to Flour and you will not be disappointed! I know I will be back!
(4)Wil W.
I absolutely love coming here for Sunday brunch! The food isn't cheap, but the quality is consistently high and everything appears so tasty! I've tried the salmon pastrami, eggs benedict, and breakfast pizza, as well as their different flavors of mimosas. Each time, I've enjoyed it thoroughly! The service has also been excellent! I am greatly looking forward to the next time I go there for Sunday brunch!
(5)Steven R.
Once you get over the odd location for Flour, the interior is welcome and comfortable, if a bit loud. The menu has a nice variety of food, all of it inventive and executed very well. The only quibbles were what seemed to be an artificially slowed service and a lackluster slate of dessert offerings. Overall, a very good experience and one I'd try again.
(4)Ace S.
2 stars for the food. No complaints on service. People were friendly and attentive.
(2)robert b.
A good neighborhood place with a very limited menu. Relatively few "healthy" dishes, but this is not a place one goes to for a healthy meal. Pizza and salads are good, but pricy. It is located in an upscale community and the decor and prices reflect it.
(4)Sarah Z.
A cheese plate and a couple drinks in an empty restaurant. My husband and I spent a wonderful afternoon picking berries and visiting farmers markets in Geauga county. We passed this place on Chagrin as we were looking for somewhere to grab a bite before heading back home. I had seen it on a few lists of hot new places to go so we stopped in. We walked in and the hostess takes one look at us and asks if we have a reservation, no we did not but the restaurant was EMPTY at 630 on a Saturday night. . . I do not think they had anything to worry about. Though they acted like we had just killed their puppy with the dirty looks and rude manner. We were seated at a high top table by the bar. We decided to order a few appetizers and then split a pizza. For appetizers we selected chorizo stuffed dates (not exactly Italian but I'm willing to forgive) and a cheese plate. We ordered a couple of cocktails I got the Campari and soda and my husband had the Italian lemonade. I would love to say our middle aged male server made up for the rude hostesses but sadly he was just as snobbish and brattish as a 16 year old girl. The server went as far as to refuse to take our entree order then saying he would after we finished our apps. The cocktails come and the only thing to say about either is BITTER. OK so I know Campari is a bitter, but I'm a fan of the aperitif when it is used properly. This was paired with an orange fennel soda that was bitter on it's own. Not the sweet citrus you need to counteract the bitterness to palatability. My husband's Italian lemonade made with a homemade lemonade soda and waterford bourbon barrel aged gin was also bitter. I'm not sure how being familiar with lemonade and the bourbon barrel aged gin on their own that in combination they become bitter unless the lemonade was bitter. Either way not a good combination. Then it becomes a waiting game we wait. . . and wait. . . and wait and 20 minutes later. . . Our appetizers came out!!! FINALLY. The chorizo stuffed dates were flawed. The dates were stuffed with the least spicy chorizo I have ever tasted. They were supposed to be pancetta wrapped according to the menu however ours were wrapped in plain old hickory bacon. Not a big deal I like bacon when properly executed but this was chewy. On to the sauce it was out of place. It was apparently roasted red pepper but it tasted like watered down Prego or Ragu. There really wasn't much to say about the cheese plate. A bleu, a soft cow sheep hybrid and some ash aged cheddar. The portions were ok. What was a disgrace was the crostini. 3 paper thin slices of walnut cranberry bread burnt beyond all recognition. There was a pineapple chutney on the side which while there was nothing wrong with it did not match the flavors on the plate. We finish our appetizers and our plates are taken. And then we wait. . . and wait. . . and wait. . . and finally 15 minutes later someone finally asks us if we would like anything else, not would you like to order your entree now or can I suggest one of our wood fired pizzas. It was obvious they wanted their table back in the still mostly empty restaurant. I was already starting to feel nauseous and my husband also after slow rude service was not interested in staying. So we paid our check and left. We left a low tip but honestly the rude service deserved none. I remained nauseous and ill for the remainder of the evening. We will never go back. I do not need to overpay for bitter cocktails and rude service and mediocre food. There are no not to miss or hits and misses for this snooty establishment. Just avoid it like the plague.
(1)Brian G.
I was recommended to this restaurant by a foodie friend. Loved the location and the ambience, light, airy and modern. Was surprised (8pm Friday night) that there were quite a few empty tables, but still busy enough to have a nice buzz. Service was good, the bread (and olive oil) was awesome. Chose a nice bottle of merlot. The local greens salad was very good, and fresh as would be expected. However I made a poor choice of entree - the porchetta (pork) was small, salty and not at all inspiring. My wife chose one of the specials - a veal chop served with 3 onion rings (note that the server made no mention of the prices of the specials - so foolishly we assumed that they were in the $15-$30 range of the standard entrees). The veal was pretty good - but a price gouge that I have never experienced before! The typical entree price (like my tasteless porchetta) was $25, the special was $55!!!!! You've got to be kidding me. The only thing that saved the day a little was the 20% Yelp check-in voucher. Yes I would go back if in the area, but for the ambience, the salad and the bread. Not for dinner I'm afraid. What a pity!
(2)Lynda R.
We stopped her for dinner last night. The place looks so pretty from the outside and was even prettier inside. We didn't have a reservation so the hostess showed us seating at what she called the chefs table. We thought it would be fun to sit there and watch them cook our food. That probably wasn't the best idea! First of all if you are going to have seating where diners can see their food being cooked then teach the cooks proper food handling procedures! I ordered a Caesar salad and I have to say that it was awesome! Big romaine leaves and crunchy croutons, it was so good. We each ordered a pizza because we were watching the guy make them and they looked amazing coming out of the oven. As we were half way through our pizzas the cook dropped his cleaning towel on the floor,picked it up and put it to the side. A few minutes later he grabbed the towel and wiped the counter. Ugh! We were done eating and we were finishing our drinks and watching the kitchen. The cook then washes his hands and grabs the same towel to dry his hands. Not only his hands but he dried his whole hairy arms with the towel....he ran the towel up and down his forearms. It was disgusting. If this is what they do in full view of the public then what happens behind the scenes?
(1)Bird M.
Fantastic! Best homemade pizza, great wine, service and parking. This place feels like home. My family meets here for lunch and dinner. The owners did a great Job and the chef is highly educated!
(5)Aaron R.
Great modern interior, fantastic as speedy service, and delicious food. This is a must have for Italian.
(5)Jeff M.
Each time I've gone to Flour, I've been optimistic that the service will be better, that we won't be rushed, that the condescending servers will not shamelessly up-sell or become even more ill-tempered when those efforts fail, that we will actually have a relaxing and positive experience instead of feeling like we are paying Flour for some unwelcome stress; sadly, each time I've been completely disappointed. Don't waste your time. Don't waste your money. Reward a business that actually appreciates its customers and doesn't see each table as a single use ATM machine. Food was fine. In fairness I should add that we did have one decent experience while sitting at the bar.
(1)Winston C.
I came to Flour with very high expectations after many good reviews from friends. I was disappointed. To some up my experience I would say that it was: Remarkably unremarkable. The staff was fine and friendly, nothing special, but good at their jobs. The dining area and bar were well designed and looked great with a killer wine room complimenting the space. The food is where this place fell flat. I ordered the Veal Parmesan ($31) and my girlfriend ordered the Semolina Gnocchi ($14). Now I love a good veal parm and when I saw a $30 veal I was quite excited to try it thinking that for such an astronomical price it would be of the highest caliber taste. I thought wrong. Overcooked, over-breaded, and under seasoned, the veal was a far cry from a $30 value. Its pathetic pasta counterpart was kin to grade school cafeteria lunches. The $14 gnocchi, while nothing special itself, was far superior to the veal. This place was a let down. I expect I will revisit, but with much lower expectations.
(2)David G.
Pizza is phenomenal. Located in a discrete area, very quiet environment. Great place to meet up with 1-2 people.
(4)Sindhura S.
I've been here twice, the first time, it was so loud I had to leave before we ordered food. To be fair, it was opening night and the place was packed with very excited patrons. This time, the noise level was much better, but one side of the restaurant had an unpleasant smell which was attributed to the fact it had just rained. My husband couldn't stand the smell, and requested we move to the other side, which they very quickly and kindly did. The smell did not follow us there, thankfully. As for the food, the appetizers were great. We got calamari, the stuffed peppers and eggplant meatballs. The meatballs were definitely my favorite. We tried three pizzas, with the artichoke and spinach being the table favorite. The sausage and margherita were pretty good, but I felt the pizza was slightly burned. It was okay, but I most likely would want to try another entree if we go back. The service was great, though as were the cocktails. I would go back again, but mostly if someone else suggested it.
(3)Alex A.
Sunday Brunch Review The thought that comes to mind are the carcasses that rocky balboa were beating in the freezer to train for his fight with apollo creed. ordered salmon "pastrami". Half of the salmon chunks were bruised like someone had beat the crap out of them. Ive had salmon pastrami before at Townhouse in nyc where the meat was paper thin. These were just chunks. flavorless. My wife had nutella french toast. For some reason, they only made her half an order, then brought her another half an order 5 minutes later so that she had two breakfasts in front of her. One plate had nutella, the other did not. Was just really weird. Our waitress was really nice and the only reason this place is getting two stars.
(2)Nelson M.
Monday night is half price pizza night! We have been there a few times and decided to go on Monday for the pizza special. The décor is classy. High ceilings, Good space between tables. The service was excellent. The food was excellent. Peppers stuffed with home made sausage for appetizer, Caesar salad and pizza for the main course. The stuffed peppers were exactly as the waitress described, moderately spiced and delicious. The pizzas were also excellent. Thin crusts, great toppings. What is there to not like? Price for the two of us at a high end restaurant were moderate, making this a great Monday night out!
(5)Maureen R.
Friday I was on a date with my girls. Trying to find somewhere in between all involved we opted to try Flour. And we weren't disappointed. I Open Table'd our reservation earlier that day. We were all fashionably tardy by 5 min yet we were welcomed by the hostess and taken straight to our table. From there on I think we may have talked to almost everyone working there. You will never find yourself waiting for someone to take your order or re-fill your water. Apparently there is a "team" for every aspect of your dining experience to make it seem effortless (I'm guessing...). We started with a bottle of red wine off the endless wine list. Our waitress was exceptionally knowledgeable and was able to answer our questions. I love it when this happens. Apps. Beef Carpaccio which my friend raved about it. Pumpkin Risotto was amazing and a large portion. The Romaine Salad with Caesar dressing was also share worthy and delicious. Then we (3) split a Margherita Pizza. Six slices was the perfect amount. We added on another bottle of wine and sat and talked until we were almost the last group there. No one rushed us and everyone was great. Highly recommend for a girls night or date night.
(4)Jason V.
I happened to be in the area and decided to have dinner at the bar at Flour. My first impression walking in was the design of the place: Slightly modern, slightly elegant, and very sharp in my opinion. My second impression was: Where is everybody? Granted, it was about 7:30pm on a Monday night, but an entire wing of the restaurant was empty, there were maybe 2 tables with people near the bar, and 6 or 7 dining at the bar. More food for me, I guess... I very much enjoyed the Chicken Meatball + Roasted Pork Belly Skewer. The three chicken meatballs were very tasty and had a great mix of Italian herbs throughout. On the other hand, the two pieces of pork belly were fairly unremarkable except for the fact that they were so small--smaller than a thimble, for reference. The skewer is served on a bedding of arugula, radishes, and roasted red peppers, which basically becomes a de facto salad with the basil sauce along the edges of the plate. It's a decent amount of food for an appetizer and can probably be shared comfortably among three people. Next, I had a small portion of Gnudi. Credit to Flour for having a smaller portion available during dinner time and particularly for this dish, which is quite filling. This dish was recommended to me, but I can't say I share the same enthusiasm for it. The gnudi itself is pretty fun to eat due to its pillowy texture. I didn't like, however, the cilantro-lime-corn salsa sauce it was combined with. The gooey nature of the sauce combined with the gooey pillows of gnudi to make a mush of a dish if you don't go about eating it very carefully. Finished dinner with the Almond Panna Cotta, which I thought was very good and supplied with the perfect amount of sweetness from the almond. I also really liked the presentation: The panna cotta is served in a teacup with a chocolate chip cookie leaning up against the side of the cup to invoke a "milk-and-cookies" image. The cookie itself was fairly average--I think it would have been a nice touch if the cookie were served warm. Service was just about average, but then again, I was dining at the bar. The staff--from the host, to the bartender, and the servers bringing the food--all seemed professional and relatively friendly. The bread--which is pretty good--is served in the form of bite-sized pieces in a small burlap bag together with a plate of olive oil. All in all, I thought Flour was a solid restaurant, and despite the rather stylish space, the food has an unpretentiousness about it that would make it a comfortable spot to get a bite to eat at just a notch above casual.
(3)Robert B.
Excellent lunch and attentive service. The menu is much more varied than it used to be and there is now something for everyone. Prices are fair and it is a place I plan to visit regularly.
(4)Sue S.
Update 7/6/12- I've been a few times since my original review and each visit has been wonderful. Today we stopped for lunch. It is our new favorite lunch spot in this area. The salmon salad sandwich was unique and fresh. Delicious summer option. My husband had the short rib panini again. He loves it! I'm dying to go back for dinner to get the pizza. Soooo amazing. I think this place is actually getting better as time goes on. Original review- Delicious! I had the pleasure of dining at Flour this week and it was truly a pleasure. The service was great without being too much. My friend and I started with the shrimp bruschetta and the eggplant bruschetta. Both were delicious and easily shareable. Next up was the bolognese and the duck pasta. Both were great, but the duck was amazing. I will definitely get that again on my next visit. Did I mention that it came with a crispy piece of duck skin? I typiWe then had the scallops which were perfectly cooked. Oh, and the drink menu was fun too. We asked for the items to be brought in courses. The pastas came before we finished the apps and the runner offered to take them back and make fresh when we were ready. We didn't think that was necessary, but wow, that was a nice offer. The place was packed on a Wednesday evening and I can see why. I typically don't love restaurants in the suburbs, but this was great. Looking forward to my next visit.
(5)Sue M.
We went there when they first opened, so I'm not sure this review will count or not. But, the portions were really SMALL... Prices high and they needed some ambiance. I won't go back, but things might have changed.
(3)Michael G.
We, 3 couples, went late; for drinks and small plates. They stopped serving from the main menu a bit early, so we were disappointed there. The bartender knows what he's doing. My Old Fashion was as good an execution on that classic as I've had. I could taste all the flavors, a great job on the bitters, and nicely muddled fruit. Give it a try. Rest of the group had Hendricks Martini, and BeliniTini. They were all good but totally over priced. They should think about that. Small plates were very good. We had the peppers and olives, both good, nice quantity and fairly priced. We were happy. Bathrooms are very nice and very clean, but you'd expect that since they have not been open very long, but nice job anyway. I know where to get my next Old Fashion; go there and give it a try. I will also need to try dinner too. The menu prices looked stoked, but I'll let you know later.
(4)Kim M.
Soup and salad for lunch. How do you screw that up? Well the soups were so salty they all tasted the same. The beans were still crunchy like they had thrown some more into the pot that morning. Salads were small and over dressed and not tasty. No cocktails and it was still 20 dollars a person. Should have gone to Panera!
(2)Tawana H.
Visited Flour for the first time on Friday May 31, met some girlfriends for a drink and had a good time. I've passed this place many times and thought one day I'm going to stop well this was the day. The atmosphere was good tho I didn't have any food just drinks its definitely a place I would like to try their food as I love pasta....so check em out when you get a moment to....I'll definitely be back.
(5)T. J.
While we always like to explore new and existing restaurants, Flour was recommended to us by a foodie friend that new we loved Italian cuisine. He was right. Flour has an innovative menu that took me back to Italy. Very approachable and not stuffy. Fresh, simple and prepared the way food should be. Honor the ingredients! Great wine list with some true notables for a wine collector like me. We will return many times to Flour as we will to Italy every year. Flour makes me homesick for Florence. Ve Benne!
(4)Ben F.
I made my third visit to flour last week while on a business trip. I wish I lived closer! The food is outstanding and the menu changes to reflect what is in season. On this past visit, I started with cured meat and cheese assortment. The cured cuatello practically melts on your tongue. It also had the best blue cheese I have ever had which was sourced locally in Ohio. I had the baby artichoke salad which was delicious with aged provolone and just the right amount of lemon garlic dressing. The Caesar salad on my last visit was perfect. Something simple like a Caesar salad is a barometer I use to judge a restaurant. My entree was pan seared walleye. Being from the midwest, I love walleye and perch in the summer. The walleye was cooked perfect with a delicious white bean ragout. The snickers cake for dessert is a chocolate lovers dream. The service is excellent at the bar with Erica and Ryan serving. The owners Paul and Lisa are very welcoming and have a loyal group of regulars. I look forward to my next trip to Cleveland and I will be going to Flour.
(5)Habby H.
The Caesar Salad (Romaine Salad) was the bomb. Perfect dressing, house-made croutons and shaved parmesean. mmm The pizzas were really good. I tried the Margherita, the Fungi and the Romana. I think the Romana was my fav of the three. The garlic, chili flakes and anchovy oil gave it a lot of flavor. I had wished the black olives on it were kalamata though. They were just regular black olives. The decor is interesting. Ultra modern and rustic at the same time. Somewhat strange, yet it works. It is apparent that they commissioned some serious interior decorator. The bread is brought out in a little paper bag. How green. Cute, actually.
(4)Avril B.
Love Flour! I'm vegan and although there is basically nothing on their menu for me, they always accommodate me. I basically ask the server to tell the chef to make me anything vegan (exept pizza or pasta or anything with lots of oil) and the chef whips me up something awesome each time. I DO wish they'd actually ADD some of these incredible dishes they've whipped up for me to their menu because they'd attract so many healthy eaters and can show off versatility. Love the atmosphere. Servers are always really nice and attentive. Love the "scene" that is usually there .... I do enjoy eating there frequently.
(4)LuAnn D.
We waited with great anticipation for the opening of Flour, which was often touted as a "reasonably-priced" alternative to authentic Italian food and wines. My husband and I waited well over a month after their "grand opening" before visiting Flour to allow for any bugs to be worked out. We figured one month was plenty of time for someone already well-seasoned in the business. The wine list is extensive with many good Italian wines sold by the glass as well as by the bottle. The food, as to be expected, is fresh and beautifully presented. The service is adequate. My one (huge) gripe is the price of most items on the menu compared to the portions. In my opinion (and my husband and I eat out quite a bit at good, highly-rated restaurants). When you spend well over $100 for a few drinks and appetizers for 3 people and still feel hungry, something is amiss. In this economy and with so many excellent choices of restaurants in the Cleveland area, I do not know how a restaurant can survive with over-priced stingy portions, regardless of how unique the food is. There are many fine restaurants in the area that offer excellent food, good wine, and good service without the absurd prices. And the decor at Flour seems very cold and loud. Not an atmosphere condusive to enjoying a fine glass of wine, in my opinion. As for the pizza and the long-awaited pizza oven from Italy....just "OK." Six small pieces for $15 would make even the best of pizza go down with a bad taste. Crostata's in Highland Hts. along with many other places in the area offer great pizza at half the price or twice the size. We will give Flour one more chance to check out their patio, but based on our very first experience there.....a real let down.
(2)Michael C.
My first experience at Flour was a great one. The ambiance is great bc it's not the norm in Cleveland. It's fresh, new and appealing. The food was fantastic. Had the calamari and beef carpaccio as an app, both were great. Calamari was lighted dusted and fried, not all breading like so many others. 3 of us had the New York strip special, covered in peppercorns asparagus and loaded fingerling potatoes....absolutely delicious. 1 had the scallops which looked amazing as well. Topped the night off with a "Canadian breakfast" for desert. Overall, had a great night, food was wonderful and am looking forward to our next visit.
(4)Dustin L.
Amazing food Great Service Lunch and dinner services which are both awesome Wonderful Price Point Plus a great old world wine list :-)
(5)Jonathan F.
Excellent addition to the Cleveland dining scene. I would describe it as upscale rustic Italian. As another review mentioned, they don't have a very extensive menu: a few small plates and salads, a variety of pizzas and pastas, and a few entrees. But everything we had was excellent. Among the three of us we tried three entrees: the scallops, the gnudi (similar to gnocchi), and the veal short ribs. All were very good and the veal was excellent. The Caesar salads were nice and very traditional (slightly poached egg on top) and the asparagus were excellent. Desserts were very nice too. The service was uniformly excellent, just the perfect balance of friendly and professional, attentive but not clingy; as good as any service I've had around here. It is pricey, but definitely will go again on some special occasion.
(5)Kris G.
flour is a bright, bustling restaurant serving up rustic italian fare in a contemporary setting just outside cleveland. everything is housemade, from the antipasti to the pasta. i checked out this spot with some clients, and most opted for the seasonal special - the copper river salmon. but i had to try their homemade pasta, and was so glad i did. their cavatappi with pork ragu, lucky penny goat cheese, and english peas was truly tasty, and the dinner portion is enormous! i hear that this is an unlucky strip, but i think flour is here to stay!
(4)Cara B.
We went as 3 couples to Flour this week - it was pretty good overall. I don't think we will return often, but it was a nice change of pace from some of the Italian places in town. The decor is very modern. I liked it - seemed very "clean" which is important in a restaurant! But as some others noted, it is loud when full. I liked the selection of wines by the glass - very unique, not the typical options at all. The waiter offered to bring me a few to try before selecting. The menu also had many unique options. Tried the calamari for an app - it was VERY tender and yummy. We had all pastas and one pizza for dinner - it seemed as though everyone enjoyed their meals. Overall a bit salty but very tastey. I will return again for dinner or for a glass of wine at the bar.
(4)Bob L.
Awesome, and I am a foodie. You want to try the wedding soup and any of the Pizza's. The brunch is fantastic! Great for lunch, brunch or dinner. Try any of the pastas as well! Get a reservation for the weekend.......................
(5)T. S.
Call this a case of high expectations that weren't quite met. (Let's just say my italian heritage is alive and well). And another case of half stars being useful, since I'd go 3.5 stars if I could. The food was in fact very good -- we went for the pizza, which satisfied, but Crostata's it is not. And service for the most part hit the mark -- prompt, kind, and knowledgable. But disappointing were the opportunities that were missed that could have made it a great dining experience, especially for the price...(for example, our multiple attempts to customize dishes due to preference or limitations were either flat out refused or offered at a ridiculous upcharge). Quality dining no doubt, but for this price point the alternatives in Cleveland would likely compel me elsewhere.
(3)Sean C.
Loved the ambiance and the service. Food is excellent. We had stuffed dates for appertizer and arugula salad. Both very yummy and fresh.
(4)Dawn M.
Wonderful food and friendly service. The calamari was perfect. Their play on a carbonara was outstanding. We sat at the bar by the pizza oven and were so taken with the pizzas going in and out of the oven, we had to come back to try one of those. It was just as delicious as it looked. We will be back.
(4)S I.
Had an ok dinner (much overpriced for food that's pretty generic and not done too well). Unfortunately that resulted in food poisoning for my girlfriend. When we contacted them they tried to cover up. We never heard back from the owner after many attempts. They did eventually offer us a $50 voucher to go back there (dinner itself was $140, plus an emergency room bill). Wish I could give no stars to this review. An apology or a phone call from the owner would have gone some ways.
(1)Beverly S.
Mussels & clams with chorizon in a broth to die for! Service was enthusiastic but slow, probably because the place was packed on a weeknight. Also noisy. But well worth coming back.
(4)Patricia G.
Loved the stuffed olives, shrimp brushetta, drinks and coffee. But my daughter and I had the spaghetti with clams, barely palatable. First we were told the clams were fairly large, they were tiny and tasteless. The onions, which were not mentioning in the description over powered the dish. The spaghetti was more like ramen noodles and the sauce was bland and very little of it. The staff was friendly and efficient. We have dined here several times and the food is hit and miss.
(3)Frank G.
Flour has so greatly improved since my other review in January 2012. The Cheeseburger I had for lunch was one of the best I have ever had. Service was friendly, efficient and much improved. Great job Flour on getting it together!
(4)Donna E.
Waitress was very knowledgable, but for the high prices the food was just average. There was nothing memorable about the dinner except for the company.
(2)Andrew C.
Their tagliatelle was excellent and the local greens salad was awsome. Their bread was a perfect artisan bread with a crispy exterior crust with a soft airy interior. After a 10 mile run this place did a great job in fulfilling the need for carbs.
(4)Matthew M.
Paul Minnillo and Christopher DiLisi, former owner/chefs of The Baricelli Inn decided to close up shop in Little Italy and start a new venture in the 'burbs of Moreland Hills. A lofty venture with grande expectations. Now that Flour has been open for nearly a month, we decided to give it a try. The space is very modern. Industrial monotone colors, hard surfaces, clean lines, large windows, a glass tiled backdrop showcasing the centerpiece lounge/bar area and a giant glass wall of wine that separates the expansive restaurant in two. The wait staff is even mod. The uniform of choice is a plaid shirt and beard. Suburban Hipster if you will. Oh, and I realize the mod music in the background thing may be a part of the whole mod theme this place is trying for, but I found it kind of humorous and distracting. The music played here would be something Margo & Todd Chester (neighbors of the Griswold's) in Christmas Vacation would listen to. As for the food, we started with the special for the night. An appetizer of crab, pea and chive gnocchi. The pasta was fresh and cooked properly. The dish was very flavorful indeed and a perfect size to share. My only regret? There wasn't a spoon on the table to drink up the leftover sauce. Next, I had my heart set on pizza. Through the open kitchen, I saw a wood fired oven built specifically for pizza cooking. We settled on the salsiccia pizza with sausage, crushed tomato, mozzarella, grana and oregano. We also opted for a fried egg on top for an additional $2. This would prove to be a mistake and a big reason for the 3.5 star rating. The egg came out raw. It looked as if it were cracked on top of the pizza, after cooking. The whites were still completely clear. I'm still amazed it made it out of the kitchen looking like that. Completely unacceptable from a place run by talent with such reputation. Fortunately, neither one of us are too grossed out by raw eggs, so we just forked it aside and devoured the rest of the pizza, in which I found somewhat unimpressive. Crostatas pizza it most certainly was not. I was regretting not ordering another pasta or meat dish for an entrée instead. For dessert? A salted chocolate brownie with basil ice cream. A perfect redemption for the previous course. Overall, I found the menu somewhat limited, the space somewhat cold (although that's strictly a matter of opinion and taste) and the execution (specifically speaking of their egg cooking) in need of tweaking or with more oversight. Now, I'm not writing this place off. I want to give it another try. Every new restaurant goes through some growing pains and this one is no exception. Flour has great potential, it's just not there yet. 3.5 stars with room for improvement.
(3)Matt W.
My family and I had another great experience at Flour. The service was prompt, the wine list, extensive and the food delicious. This time we sat in the main dinning area , it was busy but not overly noisy. The atmosphere was hip and fun. A great place for a date or night out with the family. I highly recommend.
(5)Howard Z.
Love this place the Tagletelli is the best in Cleve ... Home, from and with Bolognese ... However not the same eating out on a Friday night without my lady ...
(5)Steve R.
Food and service were excellent. The dates appetizer was fantastic. The food had great flavors and just the right amount of spice. It is not inexpensive, but it is a very good meal.
(4)Drew W.
average food with small portions with somewhat expensive prices
(3)Tim F.
My girlfriend and I had dinner at Flour midweek and can tell everyone that I was not disappointed at all. From beginning till the end everything was wonderful. Our server was very attentive and very helpful with menu suggestions and questions. We started with the Bianca pizza and decided to add an egg. I wasn't sure how I would like asparagus on a pizza; trust me it was not disappointing. It was fresh, flavorful with a nice crisp. At the same quality if not better in some ways than Bar Cento. With the pizza we also spilt a small plate of the gnudi. Once again it was phenomenal!!! Soft fluffy in a wonderful sauce. Portion size for a 1/2 serving was more than enough. We both ordered an entree. I tried the pork chop with polenta and brussel sprout slaw. The chop was cooked perfectly, tender and moist. The polenta was creamy and paired perfectly with the slaw. She ordered the hanger steak with mashed potatoes and shitake mushroom. The steak came in a little rare than she normally would like, but honestly we didn't ask how it was cooked. The steak was flavorful and tender. The potatoes were smooth creamy. Again the whole plate paired very well. The portion sizes matched the prices, no complaints about being too high. I really wish I would have taken pictures to share. I hope people disregard the previous bad post and give them a try. Maybe they done some improvements since them but I can honestly say our experience at Flour was top notch. I don't claim to be a blogger or a foodie, so please forgive my grammar, lol. I'm just your average gut that enjoys good food and likes to share great my food experience for others.
(5)Lisa D.
Nice atmosphere, but the food was a joke. I swear, I bet the chefs are laughing their asses off when the TINY eggplant appetizer was served...tiny quarter-sized black discs of flavor-less yuck with a giant blob of "whipped ricotta"...and the stuffed squid was just as bad...big plate with 2 calamari and other junk on the plate...I was embarrassed because there were 3 of us... I felt sorry for our server, because she had some real issues, but at $85 each, I didn't feel THAT bad! My "seared" salmon was more than WELL DONE, my husband's "clams and spaghetti" was like dry angel air (NOT spaghetti) and a few shells and he told me, totally lacking of any kind of sauce, and my friend's ravioli with his requested red sauce was a plate full of bland pillows and a squirt of sauce. We never got bread until after we asked (well after the appetizer) and the bread was burnt and dry. This is another attempt at Italian food and this restaurant failed miserably! I am so mad!!! DO NOT GO THERE! It is an insult to those who want a great meal when you are ready to spend good money for it. I feel ripped off AGAIN! I will not return and I wish our very sweet server would go elsewhere. We gave her a good tip that she and the establishment did NOT deserve.... Never again.
(2)Tim W.
My family recently tried Flour for a second time. We tried it this past spring after it had just opened. It was very cold (spring time) and we were told they were working on the HVAC system. The place was sterile in decor and the food was average at best. Prices were high in relation to value received. Now we told ourselves we had to give it a second chance given opening woes that are typical with new restaurants (although given owners pedigree one could argue this point). We went again Friday night. It was raining and cooler since it is October but we had hoped they had fixed the HVAC system. Unfortunately no. Still very drafty and cold. Thank goodness I brought a jacket. Other patrons were visibly cold as well. My daughter ordered the roasted chicken. The vegetables were notable but she commented we would have been better of roasting a chicken at home using Thomas Keller's recipe. My wife an I each ordered a pizza. They were good but certainly not better than Bar Cento downtown (possibly better than Noche in Chardon but that is debatable). Price is much higher than value received. Only offering Italian wines by the glass is disappointing (I realize this is an Italian restaurant but what happens if you hate Italian wines?). Overall just as disappointing as our visit in the spring and given all the other great choices at a much better value we will be passing on Flour from now on.
(1)Dennis B.
Good, but not great. Started off with the local greens salad, mine was good, my wife's had wilted pieces in it. For main course, I had the fall squash ravioli which turned out to be the best thing the entire evening. My wife had the roasted cauliflower risotto. The risotto was topped with an arugula salad which had a really strange, smoky dressing that completely clashed with the risotto. My wife hated it so much that she had to completely eat around it. Don't understand what the chief was thinking with this pairing. My wife also commented that there didn't seem to be many pieces of cauliflower in the risotto. For dissert I finished with the zeppole, which was covered in way to much cinnamon sugar and OK. My wife had something (can't remember the name) that was similar to a warm molten lava cake. That was good. The atmosphere/décor was really cool and enjoyable. I'd go back to try a pizza, but that's about it. For a place owned by Paul Minillo I have much higher expectations.
(3)Larry J.
Actually 3+. We live very close by and after waiting what seemed like forever waiting for this place to open all that we heard were bad things. And I mean from everyone that we knew who had been there. Consequently we stayed away for a couple of months. We finally went for dinner a couple of times last week and were really very pleasantly surprised. The food was quite good. The portions were not tiny as we had been led to beleive. It is, however, a little pricey for what you get. One dish that I can't say enough good things about was their pork chop. Everyone knows that I am a big pig and I thought that this was one HUGE and incredibly tasty piece of pork. The lovely Mrs had the roasted chicken and raved. Pizzas were also quite good but again pricey. The ambiance is a liitle too stark and cold for my taste. As the PD food critic said "there is nothing rustic about this place" food nor interior. We will certainly be back but not nearly as often as we would if it were a little less costly.
(3)carole o.
Our first and only visit. Upon walking to our tables I noticed the stained, scratched and dirty looking steel tables. Not appetizing. The 70's music is blasting at full volume. The atmosphere is like an IKEA store. Cold air, cold tables, cold, hard chairs. I put the napkin - oops I mean old dishtowel on my lap - black pants - and the napkin dishtowel leaves white nasty fuzz all over my clothers. Not happy. The waitress comes over dressed in a pink plaid flannel shirt and literally whispers the specials to us. Did I mention she was reading the specials as if she had never read them before. Stammering, mispronouncing words. It was ridiculous. Then comes the water. Tastes like it is straight from the toilet. I go outside to the car to get my bottled water. Now for the menu. Not sure what this place is trying to be. Surely not Italian.There is nothing on the menu that tempted me. Very limited and just plain weird selection. I ordered a salad, but the others in my party said the food was good - at least that's what I think they said as the music was roaring. The owner wandered around wearing a stupid baseball cap but never stopped at the tables to greet his guests. Too bad. The bread comes to the table in a tiny, stained burlap bag with a little handle. Only 3 itty bitty pieces of bread for the entire table. What an unsanitary way to serve bread! How many people have touched this bag, have dug their dirty hands inside in an attempt to locate their alloted morsel of bread. I think this place cannot make up its mind. Is it rustic? Is that why we have dirty burlap, old fuzzy dishtowels and plaid flannel waitresses? Is it modern? Is that why we have the emply warehouse atmosphere? Is it a bar? Is that why the music is blasting? And for sure, it's not Italian! All in all, very pathetic attempt to be something and I cannot even attempt to guess what that would be other than bad.
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