L'Albatros: Cleveland

As soon as I stepped into L'Albatros in Cleveland, I knew it was my kind of restaurant. The French restaurant had a swanky, yet very welcoming feel to it. The decor was chic and modern, and I loved the open kitchen near the front entrance. 

A group of four of us went in for a late lunch and not a single complaint about any of the dishes. I had a really tough time making up my mind, but I eventually settled on a delicious risotto dish.

Cute little outdoor patio. 

Grilled salmon.

Risotto with shrimp.

L'Albatros is located at 11401 Bellflower Rd. in Cleveland, OH.

Lucky's Cafe: Cleveland

Prior to flying in to Cleveland where Zhanna is from, she was raving to me about a cafe that she wanted to take me to for brunch as soon as I landed. So on a Thursday morning at 11am, Zhanna and I visited Lucky's Cafe in the historic Tremont neighborhood. Tremont is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Cleveland and is home to several historic churches built in the 1800's-early 1900's. 

Cool fact: Lucky's Diner was featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-ins and Dives!

Papa mocha and a latte.

House-Made Granola: Rolled spelt, flax seeds, rolled oats, wheat germ, sesame seeds and dried fruit served with plain yogurt, fresh fruit and honey.

Lucky's Cafe is located at 777 Starkweather Ave. in Cleveland, OH.