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Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & wine.
Hours
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 4–11 PM |
| Sunday | 3–8 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: (216) 791-7880
Website: http://www.albatrosbrasserie.com/
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Reviews
Natalie
We visited L’Albatros during the fall. We had a reservation for the patio, and it was the perfect decision—the restaurant has a stunning outdoor patio that feels like a hidden garden escape in the middle of the city.
The menu offers a wonderful selection of French classics, but the standout for me was the almond-crusted trout. The service was also great; our server was attentive and professional.
As a helpful tip for those driving: there is a very convenient paid public parking lot right in front of the building. It made getting to our reservation stress-free.
Overall, between the food, service, ease of access, and the beautiful patio, it was worth the visit.
… moreThe menu offers a wonderful selection of French classics, but the standout for me was the almond-crusted trout. The service was also great; our server was attentive and professional.
As a helpful tip for those driving: there is a very convenient paid public parking lot right in front of the building. It made getting to our reservation stress-free.
Overall, between the food, service, ease of access, and the beautiful patio, it was worth the visit.
katie plakas
This was my second time here, and I have to say, L’albatros is beyond delightful! The entire staff is super friendly and attentive and the food is amazing. We had a long list of delicious dishes – oysters, escargot and the artichoke for appetizers – the radicchio arugula salad (beyond amazing) and watercress caesar – vegetarian cassoulet and steak and frites – and finished the evening off with the pavlova. Truly, every dish was thoughtful and delicuous, as were all the cocktails and wine. I would highly recommend visiting this cozy spot when in Cleveland.
… moreDiya Niranjan
Absolutely loved the open kitchen and watching the chefs cook! The food was absolutely amazing and when had an amazing server! The steak and trout were to die for! Very dimly lit area and perfect for valentine’s day! They also had an extensive wine list and their spiked coffee was great as well!
… moreChris Wyatt
If you want to know if a restaurant has a soul, visit on a Sunday night when the Cleveland wind is trying to pick a fight with your coat. That’s when L’Albatros doesn’t just feed you; it rescues you.
Walking into this converted carriage house feels less like entering a restaurant and more like stumbling into a very wealthy, very French friend’s country home. The place is a delightful maze of small, quaint little rooms—nooks and crannies where the lighting is low, the chatter is happy, and the outside world ceases to exist. It’s cozy in the way a cashmere sweater is cozy: expensive, classic, and exactly what you need.
We arrived chilled to the bone, but the warmth inside was immediate—and I don’t just mean the thermostat. The service here is a lost art: attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without lecturing, and genuinely welcoming. They treat a Sunday dinner with the same ceremony as a Saturday night gala, which is a kindness that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The food, of course, is the anchor. It’s unpretentious French brasserie fare done with serious skill—rich, comforting, and designed to make you forget the temperature outside. But honestly? It’s the atmosphere that lingers. In a world of open-concept, industrial-chic dining halls that sound like airplane hangars, L’Albatros remains a sanctuary of intimacy.
Verdict: Go for the cheese cart, stay because it feels like a hug from a French grandmother who really knows her wine. A perfect Sunday escape.
… moreWalking into this converted carriage house feels less like entering a restaurant and more like stumbling into a very wealthy, very French friend’s country home. The place is a delightful maze of small, quaint little rooms—nooks and crannies where the lighting is low, the chatter is happy, and the outside world ceases to exist. It’s cozy in the way a cashmere sweater is cozy: expensive, classic, and exactly what you need.
We arrived chilled to the bone, but the warmth inside was immediate—and I don’t just mean the thermostat. The service here is a lost art: attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without lecturing, and genuinely welcoming. They treat a Sunday dinner with the same ceremony as a Saturday night gala, which is a kindness that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The food, of course, is the anchor. It’s unpretentious French brasserie fare done with serious skill—rich, comforting, and designed to make you forget the temperature outside. But honestly? It’s the atmosphere that lingers. In a world of open-concept, industrial-chic dining halls that sound like airplane hangars, L’Albatros remains a sanctuary of intimacy.
Verdict: Go for the cheese cart, stay because it feels like a hug from a French grandmother who really knows her wine. A perfect Sunday escape.
Thomas Annear
We had the most amazing dinner at L’ Albatros and really look forward to the next time we are in town visiting the museums.
The service was incredible and the food was even better. We would highly recommend treating yourself to this restaurant.
It is conveniently located next to the museum circle.
Definitely make a reservation or get there early.
… moreThe service was incredible and the food was even better. We would highly recommend treating yourself to this restaurant.
It is conveniently located next to the museum circle.
Definitely make a reservation or get there early.
Thomas Hill
Always exceptional service and consistent high quality food. Duck Confit is always excellent. Great wine selection. Only a minor miss this visit, the lardons in the salad were fatty not crispy. One of favorites in Cleveland.
… moreYun-Huei Jen
We traveled from Cincinnati to Cleveland and have tried many fine dining restaurants in Cincinnati, such as Jeff Ruby, Boca, and Jag’s. On our way back, we found this restaurant with very high reviews, and my friend really wanted to give it a try. We made a 4 PM reservation since we needed to drive back to Cincinnati. Around 3:40 PM, the restaurant called to ask where we preferred to sit. My friend said we wanted to sit at the bar.
However, when we arrived, the host seated us at a table. I asked again to sit at the bar, but the bar area was completely empty and looked like it wasn’t even open. After waiting about 5 minutes, a server finally came over. I ordered an Old Fashioned. A few minutes later, he came back asking if we were ready to order. There was no menu introduction at all, and he kept pushing us to place our order.
My friend chose the escargot and duck confit. We wanted to start with these two dishes first, then decide what to order next. But the server told us he had to take our full order. That meant I was forced to order an entrée as well. He explained it was because of the kitchen’s “operations” and that the kitchen was busy. But it was 4 PM, and the restaurant was clearly not busy at all. The way he insisted felt disrespectful. I have never heard of a fine dining restaurant requiring guests to order everything at once and not allowing us to start with appetizers.
I ended up ordering a medium-rare steak. When it came out, the entire surface was burnt, and it tasted like burnt char. A good steak should never be served this way. My friend and I were very disappointed with both the service and the food.
We still left a 20% tip, but we will not be coming back.
… moreHowever, when we arrived, the host seated us at a table. I asked again to sit at the bar, but the bar area was completely empty and looked like it wasn’t even open. After waiting about 5 minutes, a server finally came over. I ordered an Old Fashioned. A few minutes later, he came back asking if we were ready to order. There was no menu introduction at all, and he kept pushing us to place our order.
My friend chose the escargot and duck confit. We wanted to start with these two dishes first, then decide what to order next. But the server told us he had to take our full order. That meant I was forced to order an entrée as well. He explained it was because of the kitchen’s “operations” and that the kitchen was busy. But it was 4 PM, and the restaurant was clearly not busy at all. The way he insisted felt disrespectful. I have never heard of a fine dining restaurant requiring guests to order everything at once and not allowing us to start with appetizers.
I ended up ordering a medium-rare steak. When it came out, the entire surface was burnt, and it tasted like burnt char. A good steak should never be served this way. My friend and I were very disappointed with both the service and the food.
We still left a 20% tip, but we will not be coming back.
Katie Middendorf
Its been over a decade since I’ve visited and it didnt disappoint. Service was outstanding, wine selection extensive with great rec9mmendations and the food was rustic and beautiful and aromatic and delicious. I don’t take a lot of food photos but it was excellent.I did take a picture of the wine so I wouldn’t forget!
… moreVivien Tran
Chicken liver and foie gras app was SO yum i couldn’t get enough of it. Duck confit was tender and flavorful, i liked it a lot. Cassoulet was also flavorful and very hearty, but too salty for my tastes. Every was cooked well though; lamb shoulder was so soft. Dessert was unique but i liked it!
… moreKatherine Wright
I’ve dined at L’Albatros nearly every year around Christmas time for the last 10 years with my husband – the meals always exceed expectations & the atmosphere is perfect. Looking forward to another 10 years of dinners here 🙂
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