Taste

Taste reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Alexis

   Cleveland1 review

   2.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   I looked forward to dining at Taste, since it had been several years since I dined there, and it was a celebratory moment. My party number was reduced from my reservation due to unforseen circumstances, leaving only two. I waited too long, at least ten plus minutes, before my server came to offer beverages besides water and see what we wanted from the menu. If it was not for the anticipation of a great dining experience with good food, I would have left before the waiter came to the table due to the wait. While making menu selections our server confirmed they make mock cocktails that are fruity. I did not complain when my mocktail did not taste of anything sweet nor fruity, just an observance. All three courses from beginning to end were delightful and delicious. The ambiance was great however the noise level was moderate. A couple at the table adjacent to ours had the remainder of their entrees boxes and I observed their server handed it to them in a bag sealed and stapled. My server did not place the remainder of my entrees in a bag, it was placed on top of the table, however my server promptly provided a bag when asked. The couple that dined next to me had a woman which appeared to have a look of tolerant disgust when glancing over while we dined. It seemed she was appalled that she was sitting so close to people of color, black people. I did not let that bother me, just an observance that we should all enjoy our dining experiences with delight regardless of the race of anybody else. I observed my server appeared more jovial while interacting with the party that sat on my right hand side. My server did not laugh, joke, nor smile as much in comparison. My server willingly answered my questions at the conclusion of my meal with recommendations on a return visit with optimism, showing promise for an improved experience whenever I dine again.
   

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   Marlene

   Cleveland2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The experience journey began the moment we entered the doors greeted by Carlos-who was exceptional and made my guest and I feel like we were at home-very relaxing and engaging. He escorted us to our table and offered me a complimentary cocktail for my birthday since dessert was part of the three course meal. I chose the Mistake Martini and it was fabulous , my first and I'll definitely have this again! OJ was our server and he was vey efficient and answered whatever question that we asked. The Arancini di Riso--Excellent! B.B.Q Ribs-tender falling of the bone and the sauce-Excellent Lemon Vanilla Bean Cheesecake was the icing on the Cake-Great Evening! My guest states the Caesar Salad was fresh and crisp-Duck au Vin delicious-plate cleaned. Will definitely keep on the Top 10 List
   

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   Pamela

   Cleveland1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We gone to Taste many times & have never had a bad dinner. Some of our favorites menu items are lamb chops, veal & scallops.
   

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   Patricia

   New Orleans6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another Excellent meal! Flavors are incredible! Can't wait to go back!
   

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   ChrisF

   Cleveland8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was excellent, portions were just right, and the servers were friendly.
   

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   Harlan VIP

   Cleveland16 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very nice and attentive service. Bread would have been nice to sop up our excellent sauces.
   

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   Anne VIP

   Cleveland21 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice find for a pre-concert meal during Independent Restaurant Week! Three-course meals and Taste did not skimp on the portions. Stuffed Cubanelle peppers in a chunky marinara sauce were delicious, as was the Pappardelle with sausage and mushrooms. Service was attentive and friendly. We’ve driven by this unassuming place dozens of times, but now we know to stop in and enjoy a good meal.
   

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   AaronS

   Cleveland3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent service and great food. Definitely will be going back.
   

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   Darrell

   Cleveland12 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 4 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been to Taste before and will go back. Our reason for visiting was Cleveland Independents Restaurant week where pre fixe menus were all $39 or appetizer, entree, and desert. The regular menu is also available. The cocktails were fabulous. The choice of wine by the glass slim, but larege bottle selection. Food was delicious, but wait between courses was very long, especially desert. That made no sense since we used the pre fixe menu and the server knew ahead of time what our entree and desert choices were. Really, why did we have such a long long wait to get a sorbet desert. Server said they 'were preparing it.' Back to the pre fixe $39 menu listed on Cleveland Independent's website. The charge at Taste was $43 plus 20% gratuity included! False advertising? Server never told us about the specials. We overheard her telling table next to us. We like Taste and will be back, but this visit could have gone better.
   

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    Loran VIP

    Cleveland8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3

    We felt the food lacked seasoning. Our waiter was polite, but not friendly. The noise level grew as the restaurant became more crowded. Overall, it was meh.
    

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