ML Tavern - Moreland Hills

My party of 2 decided to make reservations for a Saturday evening. Our reservation was for 7:45pm, however, they didn't have a table available when we arrived.... read more My party of 2 decided to make reservations for a Saturday evening. Our reservation was for 7:45pm, however, they didn't have a table available when we arrived. After about a 20 minute wait we were offered a high top even though we booked standard seating. There was no way we wanted the high top that was literally at the front door. Then they offered us another high top which was pretty at the front door and at the opening of the patio area, which also politely declined. We were finally seated in the patio area. Now this may have been nice on a summer evening but it was a November night in northeast Ohio! It was quite chilly and our table was placed very awkwardly, kind of in the middle of the floor. The fans were also on. Even though the table next to us was empty, and in front of the fireplace, we were told it was reserved. Our server, Stewart, took quite awhile to even acknowledge us, but we were able to order drinks. My companion enjoyed the expresso martini and I had a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. The bread was good but I found the butter much too salty. We ordered oysters as an appetizer and waited at least 30 minutes before they arrived. Our server walked past several times, as he was very attentive to his other tables. Finally he apologized for the wait and said the oysters would be coming out. It took almost 45 minutes and it honestly makes me think he forgot. The two of us had barely finished 8 oysters when our food arrived. I had the crab cake and lobster Oscar which was phenomenal and the reason for my stars. The lumps of crab meat and lobster was delicious. My companion ordered a ribeye and said it was cooked just as asked. The asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes were good also. The service is what was disappointing. We watched our server be very attentive to everyone but us! It was so bad that we asked another server to box our leftovers and get our check. Not to mention, not getting the seating we requested. Also the patio was so dim I could barely read the menu. We noticed that every table, but ours, had the small tea light but ours. While the food was great the atmosphere wasn't very welcoming.

I have returned to this restaurant multiple times since my last review, and I am happy to report that nothing has changed - it is still excellent! I brought fri... read more I have returned to this restaurant multiple times since my last review, and I am happy to report that nothing has changed - it is still excellent! I brought friends and family with me on this visit, and everyone agreed that they love this place. I have recommended ML Tavern to many friends and business associates, all of whom have given me positive feedback. Do yourself a favor and give ML Tavern a try.

We had an excellent dining experience at this restaurant. The standout feature was the exceptional service provided by Johnathe, who was incredibly personal, pr... read more We had an excellent dining experience at this restaurant. The standout feature was the exceptional service provided by Johnathe, who was incredibly personal, professional, and kind. The atmosphere of the restaurant has a cozy and friendly country club dining vibe, which added to the overall pleasant experience. The food we had was delicious, particularly the rosemary salt roll, fresh oysters, and creative lobster escargot appetizer. The steaks, both the filet mignon and bone-in ribeye, were cooked to perfection and tasted great. To finish off the meal, we enjoyed a raspberry sorbet that served as a perfect palate cleanser. The selection of wines by the glass was good, and I also tried the ML Manhattan, which was excellent. The staff even accommodated my request to have my Manhattan smoked, demonstrating their commitment to excellent service. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant for special occasions or simply when you're craving a delicious steak.

The food and overall experience were fantastic, but the management's hospitality was lacking. I was confronted at the door to be questioned about why I didn't l... read more The food and overall experience were fantastic, but the management's hospitality was lacking. I was confronted at the door to be questioned about why I didn't leave a $42 tip. As a customer, I believe it's up to me to decide how much to tip, but I felt pressured and was told that if I didn't tip the amount he expected, I shouldn't return. Well, he won't have to worry about me coming back!

We had a group of eight, and the service was excellent—no complaints there. However, our server seemed a bit overwhelmed; I believe that for a party of six or m... read more We had a group of eight, and the service was excellent—no complaints there. However, our server seemed a bit overwhelmed; I believe that for a party of six or more, there should be both a server and a helper. As for the food, it was decent. My wife and I had the ahi tuna and turbot fish, and while both were good, they didn't quite stand out. We shared sides among our group, and they were quite tasty—the corn was exceptional, while the mushrooms and Brussels sprouts were also good. We shared desserts as well, enjoying the flourless chocolate cake and carrot cake, both of which were enjoyable.