-Overpriced for the selection of food offered
-Pub-style food
-Casual atmosphere
-Friendly wait staff
-Good location-- on the corner of east 4th street
-Food was not memorable, but not bad
★★
Monday, May 28, 2012
Le Petit Triangle
-Delicious, authentic french cuisine
-Cozy atmosphere
-Many different kinds of crepes and other traditional french dishes
-Reasonably priced
-Everything was freshly prepared (you could see them making the crepes)
★★★★
West Side Market
West Side Market
- A selection of prepared foods and fresh produce- Good prices
- Many different types of prepared food
-A fun, chaotic atmosphere
- Lots of samples for patrons
- We highly recommend going-- this is a Cleveland landmark!
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| Famous Gyros |
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| Fruit and Vegetables |
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Deering Vintage
- More expensive than a normal thrift store
- There was a wide selection of jewelry available
- Selling patterns for vintage clothing
-The clothing that was available was not very wearable or practical, more appropriate for costumes
- There was a wide selection of jewelry available
- Selling patterns for vintage clothing
-The clothing that was available was not very wearable or practical, more appropriate for costumes
Gypsy Bean
- Nice assortment of paninis , sandwiches, and pastries
- They made specialty lattes that were amazing
-->The Galapagos, Mexico City and the Caramel Pecan lattes were amazing!
- Local coffee served (on the pricey side)
- Casual atmosphere, great place for a quick lunch
- Service was slow
- There were a lot of students studying, seemed to be a local hang-out spot
★★★
Scorecard: Detroit Shoreway
Is this neighborhood appealing to live in?
Not particularly appealing, but there are some cute shops and good restaurants. Not for people who want to be in the center of the city.
What are the housing options?
There were apartment buildings and single-family homes throughout the area.
Hows the general safety of the area?
There were emergency call boxes. We felt extremely safe during the daytime.
Is there public transportation?
Yes, there were RTA buses running down Detroit Avenue.
Is there parking?
Yes, there was 2-hour street parking and various parking lots surrounding the area.
Is there a nearby public school?
Not that we know of.
Demographic of residents?
There is a mix of economic status.
Whats the nightlife like?
There are a couple of cool bars open until 2:30 in the morning and the Capital Theater hosts many late-night productions.
Local Restaurants?
There is a casual cafe called Gypsy, and a couple of upscale dinner restaurants such as Luxe.
Activities?
There was really nothing else to do in the area other than look into the shops and eat at the restaurants. Both are somewhat limited.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
There was a modern home store called DuoHome on Detroit Avenue as well as some trendy clothing stores (such as Yellow Cake). That was pretty much the extent of the shopping, all in all there was not a whole lot of selection.
Not particularly appealing, but there are some cute shops and good restaurants. Not for people who want to be in the center of the city.
What are the housing options?
There were apartment buildings and single-family homes throughout the area.
Hows the general safety of the area?
There were emergency call boxes. We felt extremely safe during the daytime.
Is there public transportation?
Yes, there were RTA buses running down Detroit Avenue.
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| Bus Station |
Is there parking?
Yes, there was 2-hour street parking and various parking lots surrounding the area.
Is there a nearby public school?
Not that we know of.
Demographic of residents?
There is a mix of economic status.
Whats the nightlife like?
There are a couple of cool bars open until 2:30 in the morning and the Capital Theater hosts many late-night productions.
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| Capitol Theater |
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| Luxe (open till 2:30am thurs-sat) |
Local Restaurants?
There is a casual cafe called Gypsy, and a couple of upscale dinner restaurants such as Luxe.
Activities?
There was really nothing else to do in the area other than look into the shops and eat at the restaurants. Both are somewhat limited.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
There was a modern home store called DuoHome on Detroit Avenue as well as some trendy clothing stores (such as Yellow Cake). That was pretty much the extent of the shopping, all in all there was not a whole lot of selection.
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| Duo Home |
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| Duo Home |
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Presti's Bakery
-great pastries
-good coffee
-great atmosphere for breakfast or lunch
-good place to study
-central location in Little Italy
-reasonably priced
★★★★
Presti's Sweets
Presti's Bakery
Presti's Cafe Menu
-good coffee
-great atmosphere for breakfast or lunch
-good place to study
-central location in Little Italy
-reasonably priced
★★★★
Presti's Sweets
Presti's Bakery
Presti's Cafe Menu
L'Albatros
-expensive
-nice patio
-great service
-excellent food
-nice decor
-cool bar
*open for lunch and dinner
★★★★
L'Albatros Menu
-nice patio
-great service
-excellent food
-nice decor
-cool bar
*open for lunch and dinner
★★★★
L'Albatros Menu
Scorecard: University Circle/ Little Italy
Is this neighborhood appealing to live in?
Yes, very appealing. It is a bustling area with many restaurants.
What are the housing options?
Townhouses, apartments, campus dorms.
It felt very safe. The campus police had a very strong presence in University Circle and around Case and the local police also had a strong presence in Little Italy/University Circle.
Is there public transportation?
Yes, RTA buses and the health line.
Is there parking?
There is parking on the streets and there are also parking lots.
Is there a nearby public school?
There is a Catholic school in Little Italy.
Demographic of residents?
College students, young professionals, in Little Italy there is an Italian community.
Whats the nightlife like?
There are bars and hookah places. For college students there are many bars mostly for a younger demographic.
Local Restaurants?
There are many different types of restaurants for all types of palettes and price ranges. There are upscale, expensive restaurants ; cheaper, authentic Italian places; bakeries; pizzerias.
Activities?
There are cultural centers in University Circle such as the Art Museum, Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland Institute of Music, and Severance Hall. These places offer different exhibits and activities for all age groups. For Case students, there are on-campus activities that are just for the students.
Green space?
There is substantial green space in both University Circle and Little Italy. In front of the Art Museum, the Fine Arts park offers a lake and a nice sitting area around it. There is also green space in Little Italy with benches and a playground.
Shops?
There are a variety of boutiques and furniture/accessories stores in Little Italy. There are not as many in University Circle
Friday, May 18, 2012
Scorecard: Asiatown
Is this neighborhood appealing to live in?
Not a place for young people, but certainly a nice community.
What are the housing options?
There are single family homes and apartment buildings.
Hows the general safety of the area?
We felt very safe walking around during the day. Asia town runs between two main streets that are major thoroughfares in Cleveland.
Is there public transportation?
Yes, RTA buses.
Is there parking?
Yes, there were various parking lots along the main street. The nice cars stick out.
Is there a nearby public school?
We did not see a school nearby since Asiatown is a very small, isolated community.
Demographic of residents?
Asians, elderly people.
Whats the nightlife like?
None.
Local Restaurants?
There are many different authentic Asian restaurants in the area.
Activities?
None.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
In Asia Plaza there are many small boutiques with Asian- inspired merchandise. There was also an Asian supermarket in the center of Asiatown.
Not a place for young people, but certainly a nice community.
What are the housing options?
There are single family homes and apartment buildings.
Hows the general safety of the area?
We felt very safe walking around during the day. Asia town runs between two main streets that are major thoroughfares in Cleveland.
Is there public transportation?
Yes, RTA buses.
Is there parking?
Yes, there were various parking lots along the main street. The nice cars stick out.
Is there a nearby public school?
We did not see a school nearby since Asiatown is a very small, isolated community.
Demographic of residents?
Asians, elderly people.
Whats the nightlife like?
None.
Local Restaurants?
There are many different authentic Asian restaurants in the area.
Activities?
None.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
In Asia Plaza there are many small boutiques with Asian- inspired merchandise. There was also an Asian supermarket in the center of Asiatown.
#1 Pho
-The restaurant serves Pho, a noodle soup dish in many different verieties
-The Pho was difficult to eat, but tasty and light
-The portions are huge
- Fast service
★★
Scorecard: Collinwood
Is this neighborhood appealing to live in?
No.
What are the housing options?
There are single family homes and apartment buildings. The housing improved the closer they were located to the school. Housing on the main street was not appealing or well-kept.
Hows the general safety of the area?
We did not feel particularly safe walking around during the day. We would nor recommend going to Collinwood alone.
Is there public transportation?
No strong presence of public transportation.
Is there parking?
Yes, there were various parking lots along the main street. The nice cars stick out.
Is there a nearby public school?
Yes, there is an elementary school in the heart of Collinwood.
Demographic of residents?
Lower income, mostly African American population.
Whats the nightlife like?
The Beachland Ballroom hosts many performers on the weekends. But that is the only place for nightlife that we observed.
Local Restaurants?
There was one cafe on the corner of the main street (The Cafe). Other than that there were no other restaurants. Archies bakery boasts great cakes, but they are only special order.
Activities?
None.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
There were two record stores, a vintage stop, and Native Cleveland. Most stores do not open before noon.
No.
What are the housing options?
There are single family homes and apartment buildings. The housing improved the closer they were located to the school. Housing on the main street was not appealing or well-kept.
Hows the general safety of the area?
We did not feel particularly safe walking around during the day. We would nor recommend going to Collinwood alone.
Is there public transportation?
No strong presence of public transportation.
Is there parking?
Yes, there were various parking lots along the main street. The nice cars stick out.
Is there a nearby public school?
Yes, there is an elementary school in the heart of Collinwood.
Demographic of residents?
Lower income, mostly African American population.
Whats the nightlife like?
The Beachland Ballroom hosts many performers on the weekends. But that is the only place for nightlife that we observed.
Local Restaurants?
There was one cafe on the corner of the main street (The Cafe). Other than that there were no other restaurants. Archies bakery boasts great cakes, but they are only special order.
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| Art Cafe |
Activities?
None.
Green space?
None.
Shops?
There were two record stores, a vintage stop, and Native Cleveland. Most stores do not open before noon.
Lolita
-A lot of seating
-Intimate atmosphere
-Prices were decent, priced fairly
-Portions were not too big, not too small
-Unique menu items, such as roasted bone marrow
★★★★
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Dante Boccuzzi
-Located in an old bank
-->there even is a table in the bank volt
-Some items are pricy
-Amazing, Amazing, Amazing!
-->Great flavors
-->Perfect portions
-Food is available in in "taste", "appetizer", and "meal" portions, so you can really try a lot every visit
-Limitless candies available to guests (instead of after dinner mint)
★★★★★
Dante's Menu
-->there even is a table in the bank volt
-Some items are pricy
-Amazing, Amazing, Amazing!
-->Great flavors
-->Perfect portions
-Food is available in in "taste", "appetizer", and "meal" portions, so you can really try a lot every visit
-Limitless candies available to guests (instead of after dinner mint)
★★★★★
Dante's Menu
beef tips with polenta
the vault!
South Side
-Really cool atmosphere
-->Cool bar
-->Great inside and outside seating options
-Lunch spot for working adults
-Young, hip and talkative servers
-GREAT MENU!
-->Incredibly priced
-->Large array of menu
★ ★ ★ ★
South Side Menu
-->Cool bar
-->Great inside and outside seating options
-Lunch spot for working adults
-Young, hip and talkative servers
-GREAT MENU!
-->Incredibly priced
-->Large array of menu
★ ★ ★ ★
South Side Menu
nom nom
inside view
outside gates to the patio
Lucky's Cafe Review
-Good for on-the-go breakfast
-->Scones and Muffins are delicious and homemade
-->Large cups of homemade coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice
-Menu items were very limited
-->Menu did not include many staple breakfast items
-There is a garden outside next to the Cafe's patio where they grow certain ingredients
★ ★
Lucky's Cafe Menu
-->Scones and Muffins are delicious and homemade
-->Large cups of homemade coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice
-Menu items were very limited
-->Menu did not include many staple breakfast items
-There is a garden outside next to the Cafe's patio where they grow certain ingredients
★ ★
Lucky's Cafe Menu
outside view
large cups of coffee (thats amazing)
inside
Fresh ingredients from the garden
grace...
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