John B.
Yelp
Did a day trip to the Cleveland Botanical Gardens, then to Little Italy for dinner. Did a change of pace and didn't go to the "usual" spots, tried this new one for us. We were looking for outside/patio dining to enjoy the late afternoon and early evening and Home Bristo was our choice, actually mine since it was my duty!
Well, WHAT A CHOICE! First, big round of applause for Alison, our server. Got us immediately set and took the drink orders AFTER she got us water, which was very much in demand. After a discussion between all of us, our drinks were served. The gals got Mojito's; wine for one; and I got my beverage tester, a Bloody Mary. Let me be the first to say, this was THE BEST Bloody Mary I have had in years, if not forever! A great blend of the mix; the vodka and the veggies, made a fantastic drink for this parched drinker!! Then the meals.
When asked about her favorite, Allison recommended the Lamb Gnocchi. One thing that my wife, an Italian, heard was the gnocchi was light, not heavy and the lamb would be surprising. So two ordered that, while I and another has the Smash Burger. I know, a burger in Little Italy! But let me tell you now, OMG was it great!! Juicy, thick, served on a toasted Brioche bun and the regular condiments, this burger did not last on this guys plate!! AND the home made fries, were potato wedges perfectly fried. Crispy on the outside, and soft and taste on the inside. Perfect combo.
For the two that ordered the Lamb Gnocchi, let me put it this way - Doggie bags were not needed! That tells you something, take it from me. Usually a dish like this, is heavy and you don't want to over do it and stuff yourself, so you take the rest home. Not tonight! Both diners marveled at the lightness of the gnocchi and the lamb was perfect. No one left anything to take home, and no one felt stuffed-perfect way to feel after a great meal.
So if you are heading to Little Italy, and you want to try something new and unique, you will not be disappointed stopping at Home Bistro for your meal. And be sure to get Allison, a fabulous server!!