Friday, September 16, 2011
The hot place to be in Solon
Station 43, located on Route 43 in Solon, is one hot spot. Who should know better than two firemen? Mike Ruth and Bob Shimits started this tavern in 2006. With the help of partners, they renovated the building, searched for fire-related memorabilia and came up with a menu and atmosphere to appeal to families and bar patrons alike. The subsequent expansions to the building reflected their success. As you walk in, the clink of glassware, the hum of people talking and joking mix with the delicious aroma wafting from the kitchen. As you look around you’ll see photographs of Solon spanning many years, uniforms, patches, helmets and other fire-related items covering the walls and ceiling. The general dining area is on the left, with a large “U” …
Friday, August 5, 2011
Mitchell's offers all the classic ways to serve ice cream, but with tons of unique flavors
You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Solon Patch will select a great restaurant either in town or nearby that's worth giving a try. Here's this week's choice: Mitchell's Ice Cream It's getting hot out there. What better way to cool off than to head over to Mitchell's Ice Cream in Solon for some cool, creamy homemade goodness? Mitchell's – which also has locations in Beachwood, Westlake and Rocky River – has been around since 1999, and was started by two Cleveland brothers. Their hand-dipped ice cream is rich and creamy, they make their own waffle cones and brownies. The menu has a good variety of flavors: They serve peanut butter chips, key lime pie, …
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Mitchell's Ice Cream
6130 Kruse Dr, Solon, OH
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Friday, July 22, 2011
We went back into the archives to find one of our favorite Bites Nearby places to eat
Back in February we told you about Chicago Deli & Restaurant. We decided to go back through some of our favorite Bites Nearby reviews, to make sure you know of the best places in the area to eat. CHICAGO DELI & RESTAURANT Chicago Deli is easy to miss, but boy, you'll regret it if you do. Tucked away in the corner of the Solar Shopping Center at Aurora Road and SOM Center, it is easy to find if you follow the delicious aromas. According to the deli's website, the deli was started in 1981 by George Hamway who promised to "serve great food at reasonable prices in a friendly and clean atmosphere." The menu is huge, plus there are many daily specials. They serve everything from classic breakfast fare to stacked deli sandwiches to homemade …
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Chicago Deli & Restaurant
34290 Aurora Rd, Solon, OH
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Friday, April 15, 2011
The Solon restaurant has a lot to offer: nice ambiance, sushi, chinese classics and more
You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Solon Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: Imperial Wok Imperial Wok in Solon does Chinese food right: The restaurant has been serving Asian cuisine in Solon since 1988 in a large space with nice decor. Located on the corner of SOM Center and Aurora roads, Imperial Wok serves lunch and dinner, including all the classic Chinese fare. They have a sushi bar where you can sit and watch the chefs prepare your meal. The restaurant offers a take-out menu and catering and can host private parties, too. Imperial Wok has its own website and is open seven …
Friday, March 25, 2011
Home cooking, friendly staff await at this old-school Solon restaurant
You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Patch will select a great restaurant either in town or nearby that's worth giving a try. Here's this week's choice: Jim's Open Kitchen Great breakfast. Delicious hamburgers. Family owned for half a century. What more can you want? If that has your mouth watering, head over to Jim's Open Kitchen, an old-school diner-type restaurant in Solon, at 33779 Aurora Road. Open every day, Jim's Open Kitchen serves classic breakfast favorites, with home fries to die for. They also serve great burgers, many sandwiches and other home-cooked meals. This is a place where you can eat well on a budget, filling yourself for less than $10.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Glenwillow restaurant and tavern has everything from steaks to paninis, and offers a special V-Day couples menu this weekend
You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Solon Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: GLENWILLOW GRILLE – Glenwillow is a great place to go for everything from drinks and appetizers with friends to a romantic dinner for two with a nice bottle of wine. The wine list is impressive – Glenwillow Grille features selections from around the world. The tavern features rustic wood dating back to 1897. The menu features homemade recipes for everything from seafood and steaks to flatbreads and paninis. 29765 Pettibone Road, Glenwillow. 440-786-0100. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner…
Larry Furman
12:27 pm on Friday, March 25, 2011
This is a great place with the best old time hamburger anywhere. The people are friendly and they have a great variety everyday. more ›