I frequent this quaint restaurant in historic downtown Willoughby, and now that the weather in Cleveland appears to have taken a turn for the better, I'm greatly looking forward to Lure setting up their tiki-themed outdoor seating so I can get my chocolate martini and sushi on! Lure is known amongst the locals for their superior sushi and its eclectic decor. I have not yet experienced the sushi chef in action via the suspended monitor, which I agree is tacky. Although I've enjoyed several entrees (of course, still tossed back a few spicy tuna rolls), I generally stick with the main attraction. One thing I will note is their ever-changing menu. I dine with some non-sushi eaters, and in my years of dining at Lure, it's not uncommon to visit twice in a 2- to 3-week period and them no longer offering an appetizer or entree as a previous visit. I once questioned our server about this and she said the owners like to try different dishes and keep things fresh. That's fine, as it almost provides for a new restaurant experience during each visit, but there's something to be said about finding that favorite dish and the anticipation of being able to enjoy it again during a future visit. A great thing about Lure, though, is that they cater to an intimate crowd and in the past have been very accomodating to making sure your dining experience is an enjoyable one. As far as sushi is concerned, I highly recommend the Bruce Lee roll (phenomenal BBQ eel) and the spicy tuna roll (Mr. Young has mastered this sushi classic). I actually live closer to Sushi Rock over at La Place in Beachwood, but I drive the extra 10 minutes to visit Lure. The atmosphere is a little more my style - laid back, yet sophisticated and I can forego the whole "place to be seen" scene that I generally avoid that seems to be the motto for Sushi Rock. Plus, I think the sushi is better (although Sushi Rock does have tasty sushi). And, Lure's 10% coupons have certainly lured me back in (no pun intended!).
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Kate C.
Located in Downtown Willoughby, Lure Bistro is an interesting little place for more upscale food on the far northeast suburbs of Cleveland. I haven't been there in years since they were doing the "all you can eat" sushi, but decided to meet some old friends for dinner last night. The food itself was pretty good, but there were some bizarre aspects of the dining experience that warrant three stars. The dining room is very intimate, modern, interesting artful touches. There is a sushi chef in the corner, and they broadcast him making sushi on a suspending flat screen monitor that hangs above the sushi bar -- It was kind of tacky. I really do not need to monitor the preparation of my sushi before it makes it to the table. Also, the service was weird even though we were ordering full on appetizer, drinks, entrees, dessert, the full deal. The server was highly attentive in the beginning of the meal and very sweet, but seemed to poop out toward the end, nearly disappearing. We ordered two teas, one herbal and one caffeinated, and we were brought one caffeinated pot to share, no sugar spoons. Also, our entrees arrived before our salads/appetizers were cleared so there was a weird moment of "where does everything go?" Despite the quirks in the service, the meals were quite delicious, and because we paid in cash we received a gift card for 10% of our bill. (A promotion they are running currently). Overall, a good off-Erie St. option if you are in the Willoughby area, can tolerate service that is not 100% impeccable, and you want to patronize locally owned non-chain establishments.
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Amy T.
I don't normally 5 star a spot when I haven't had the food, but Lure's patio is awesome enough of a draw that I think it alone is a draw. Lure knows what it is doing when it comes to outdoor dining. It's massive patio houses a huge bar under a pavilion. Plus, the patio is one of the most appealing I have seen in all of the Cleve; using overhead strands of lights to set the mood. The staff is extremely friendly, loving the fact my friend, searching for the term Buttery Nipple to describe his desired shot, blurted out "buttery crotch" by mistake. I don't even know if buttery nipple is the correct term because I am against any non straight-up liquor shots (like tequila. vodka. whiskey). The beer selection is decent, serving Lake Erie Monster and Magic Hat #9. It also has long island iced teas and margaritas on tap. Yeah, I didn't know that could be done either, but I liked it.
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Darren B.
Lure's Summer Patio is a true 5 Star location in this eastern suburb of Cleveland. Lure's 1/2 Price Sushi on Tuesdays is also 5 Stars. Great prices on good solid creative fish. Okay...so they won't compare to Sushi czar Toshi Ueki at Blue Ribbon in NYC. However, for Cleveland where lets face it, Chef's can't exactly go down to the docks and select their own fish, it meets and exceeds most expectations as evidenced by the great crowds who keep showing up every Tuesday And if you want some of the best taco's you will ever taste...you MUST order the Duck Taco's. I am not even a duck fan and I was really wow'ed by these...another 5 stars. On the world class food scene...okay, it may only deserve 4 stars. In Clevelands eastern suburbs for seafood & steak, especially in summer, this place really is a great place to take a date or meet with friends!
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Jay S.
The happy hour prices were great and the drinks were just right. I ordered the lobster nachos and they were so good. The sushi was TERRIBLE though!! The salmon nigiri looked and tasted less than fresh. The spicy salmon roll was not spicy - it was COVERED in siracha hot sauce. When I told the bartender it was way too hot to eat, he said, "Well it is a spicy roll". Um, since when did dousing something in hot sauce add any spice? It only adds heat! The roll was inedible. If you go, just enjoy drinks and call it a night.
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Kerensa B.
Another interesting, off the beaten path but not quite good restaurant in Willoughby. The night we went they were running a chef-special where the chef picked your 3 course meal - an interesting way to be adventurous and try something new. It was actually quite good. I on the other hand, had one of the sushi dinner specials, which came with a soup, seaweed salad and spicy sushi. It was pretty good until I got home and stomach pains kept me up all night. I used to eat sushi (or think about getting it) almost daily and a few months later I still can't touch it. Not sure if it was the spice or something else. Sad, because it's almost summer and this place has a lovely outdoor patio that would a perfect place to spend a summer evening, with a lovely salmon dish and glass of wine.
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Ashley M.
Lure is one of the top places for sushi on the East side of Cleveland, in my book. Tuesdays are half off nights - great deal, but be sure to make a reservation. Summer evenings are great to spend outside, eating very fresh sushi and sipping on a cocktail. Fun patio for big groups! Inside has a great, modern atmosphere for date nights. I also love their cash program.
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Juan S.
Looks classy place. The food is so-so. Whoever is making the sushi needs to take a sushi rice making 101 again. Several occasion the rice is very mushy and not whole. I had the "Three Little Piggies" and it was good. Very expensive.
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Alyssa A.
Outside patio on a nice night eating half priced sushi is awesome. i have only been to Lure on Tuesday (half priced sushi) because their restaurant doesn't seem to fit me too well. Their small portions on big plates aren't my forte. BUT...... I love sushi and they know what they are doing. Their rolls are interesting and well worth the money when only paying half price...I dont know if I would've enjoyed it so much paying $16+ per futomaki roll. He had the surf and turf roll and I had the cajun. We both enjoyed a California roll just to smooth things out. The surf and turf was quite interesting and very good. And my cajun was very smokey. loved them both....catch me there next Tuesday. Oh and I think its funny their take out bags are called "Sushbags!" Takeout also has some great deals.
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Mimi N.
I've been here a handful of times because I'm from the area so I wanted to support a local business but each time it gets worse! I am not sure why they are known for their sushi, it's horrible! The rice was so mushy. The rolls we ordered were all very bland. The only reason I am giving it 2 stars is for the ahi tuna nachos. This is NOT authentic sushi, it's definitely Asian fusion. If you want good authentic sushi, you're better off going to Pacific East or Ginko.
(2)
Valerie R.
I've been here a few times usually in the summer to take advantage of the large patio. The best thing about Lure is their half-price sushi night and that's just because of the price. Having lived in Japan for five years I can tell you what makes good sushi and what doesn't. The rice they use at Lure is often undercooked and has no "su" or sushi vinegar flavor. The Rainbow Roll we had on Friday night did not look or taste fresh. I honestly think it was the worst sushi I've ever tasted. The night really started off bad when we ordered red wine and it came out hot. The waitress was nice enough about exchanging it, but said, "We thought it might be a little warm since it was inside and not outside"- it was an 80 degree day! Wouldn't the outside be warmer than the air-conditioned inside? We also ordered the scallop entree for $20. Much to my surprise there were only 3 scallops. They were wrapped in bacon and cooked perfectly, but I've been to more upscale restaurants and gotten more than 3 scallops for $20. Lure is a great place to go and sit out on the patio and enjoy a few drinks, but I wouldn't recommend coming just for the food- you'll be disappointed and upset you paid so much for the quality of food you got.
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Ab To The G.
I freakin love this restaurant! The ambiance is great- there is both inside and outside seating, sort of a nice bar and a bistro mixed together. The service is great, the waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable. The food is decently priced and delicious. There's a wide selection of food including a sushi menu! Ok I'm really skeptical of non Asian sushi restaurants but I took a risk and WOW there sushi is great! I had the tsunami roll- it was so good! Also tried the crab cakes and crab crusted grouper. We finished all of our meals. The drinks are good as well. Try the lemon chiffon martini! I will definitely go back and I'd recommend this place to anyone!
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Jen M.
Overall a good 3.5 star dining experience. The rosemary chicken pirogies in a smoked Gouda cream sauce were rich and delicious. My pear salad with grilled chicken was very good. The boyfriend's seaweed salad was good but he said he's had better sushi at other places. Service was attentive. Perhaps my fave part of the meal was the bread they brought to the table...the multigrain bread (with a slightly sweet butter) was killer good. I was shocked when she said it was Orlando bread. Huge outdoor dining area and bar. Great weeknight specials like Date Night Wednesday menu for $40.
(3)
Keven K.
Great food and ambiance. Had a rather large group with 2 small kids and they did fine. Kids menu was just right.
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Dennis C.
We went on half price sushi night. The menu was so large and printing so small and condensed that it was hard to read. My sister who was in the business for 16 years warned me that half price sushi was a day short of being thrown away. I got a bad case of the runs. On searching the net, I found out that "white tuna" is actually a fish called a snake mackeral and is also known as the diarreah fish. It's banned in Japan and Italy and other countries are considering bans, but it's on the menu at Lure. One guy claimed to have eaten it and soiled himself in an elevator on his way back to work! right around the corner is a sushi place called Young's Sushi. There is a big empty parking lot with sushi prepared by an old Japanese sushi chef named Young. This place is authentic and great. They serv no alcohol, but you are free to bring your own if you wish.
(2)
Kari T.
Great patio! Food was pretty good too. Try the calamari with Graham cracker crust and sweet curry sauce. Fairly decent selection of wines as well.
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Joe G.
So everyone understands where I am coming from the majority of my experiences with Lure were with the previous ownership which sold the restaurant sometime in Late 2008 I believe. I went for the first time recently and was very, very disappointed. I tried the escargot which I always love, it was served barely warm and not very tasty. The sushi was flavorless, and the mushroom soup I tried was the consistency of a puree. Lure used to be perhaps my favorite restaurant in Cleveland, using fresh ingredients from the West Side Market offering a fresh twist on seafood and other dishes. Now I'm not so sure I'd even want to give the new ownership a second try.
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A. C.
Lure Bistro: too noisy, honeycomb, slow service *Edamame - Sea Salt Crusted Soy Bean Pods Served Warm *Baked Goat Cheese - Wild Honeycomb, Watercress Greens, Apple Lavender Vinaigrette, Toast Points Of note: Candied Bacon Martini - Bacon Infused Vodka, Apple Brandy, Amaretto, Maple , Candied Bacon
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Hana G.
Very happy with our food at Lure! Def a gem for cute, quaint Willoughby. No rez on a Tues (half-price sushi) so the manager (part owner as we found out later) asked us if we could eat in an hour in a peeved tone?? Many other ways a professional could have phrased this :) Our server seemed depressed and only after the two of us ordered lots of food and drinks was she a little more lively... sigh. The food made up for it for the most part: Oysters and oyster shooters were good. Firemouth specialty roll was AMAZING. Surf and Turf Specialty roll was decent. Nigiri yellow tail and salmon were of great quality and quantity. Spicy tuna - okay Martinis were great. Presentation: beautiful. $70+ for two Looking forward to visiting again, but might run if I get the same server.
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Stefanie F.
When Lure first opened for business, it really wasn't a bad restaurant. I enjoyed going there for dinner and was always satisfied. The last 6 years or so have been completely different. Food has become sub par. Especially the sushi. I'd stay away from that if I were you. On summer nights, it might be fun to go here and drink at the outdoor bar and sit on the patio. It only takes 20-30 minutes to get one drink. When you do get it, it's crappy and not worth the ridiculous wait. Even when they're not busy the bar service is extremely slow, unattentive, and the bartenders are really crabby.
(2)
Molly L.
I lived in Willoughby and have never ventured in to Lure until now. They only have later hours but it was worth the trip. I ordered a miso and a couple of maki rolls, not to die for but defiantly hits the spot. Lure is a little bit more pricey but I used the Yelp deal, $10 for $20 gift certificate so it wasn't as painful of a check (without alcohol). I don't think I would make this a frequent go to though.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual, Trendy Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Michele G.
I frequent this quaint restaurant in historic downtown Willoughby, and now that the weather in Cleveland appears to have taken a turn for the better, I'm greatly looking forward to Lure setting up their tiki-themed outdoor seating so I can get my chocolate martini and sushi on! Lure is known amongst the locals for their superior sushi and its eclectic decor. I have not yet experienced the sushi chef in action via the suspended monitor, which I agree is tacky. Although I've enjoyed several entrees (of course, still tossed back a few spicy tuna rolls), I generally stick with the main attraction. One thing I will note is their ever-changing menu. I dine with some non-sushi eaters, and in my years of dining at Lure, it's not uncommon to visit twice in a 2- to 3-week period and them no longer offering an appetizer or entree as a previous visit. I once questioned our server about this and she said the owners like to try different dishes and keep things fresh. That's fine, as it almost provides for a new restaurant experience during each visit, but there's something to be said about finding that favorite dish and the anticipation of being able to enjoy it again during a future visit. A great thing about Lure, though, is that they cater to an intimate crowd and in the past have been very accomodating to making sure your dining experience is an enjoyable one. As far as sushi is concerned, I highly recommend the Bruce Lee roll (phenomenal BBQ eel) and the spicy tuna roll (Mr. Young has mastered this sushi classic). I actually live closer to Sushi Rock over at La Place in Beachwood, but I drive the extra 10 minutes to visit Lure. The atmosphere is a little more my style - laid back, yet sophisticated and I can forego the whole "place to be seen" scene that I generally avoid that seems to be the motto for Sushi Rock. Plus, I think the sushi is better (although Sushi Rock does have tasty sushi). And, Lure's 10% coupons have certainly lured me back in (no pun intended!).
(4)Kate C.
Located in Downtown Willoughby, Lure Bistro is an interesting little place for more upscale food on the far northeast suburbs of Cleveland. I haven't been there in years since they were doing the "all you can eat" sushi, but decided to meet some old friends for dinner last night. The food itself was pretty good, but there were some bizarre aspects of the dining experience that warrant three stars. The dining room is very intimate, modern, interesting artful touches. There is a sushi chef in the corner, and they broadcast him making sushi on a suspending flat screen monitor that hangs above the sushi bar -- It was kind of tacky. I really do not need to monitor the preparation of my sushi before it makes it to the table. Also, the service was weird even though we were ordering full on appetizer, drinks, entrees, dessert, the full deal. The server was highly attentive in the beginning of the meal and very sweet, but seemed to poop out toward the end, nearly disappearing. We ordered two teas, one herbal and one caffeinated, and we were brought one caffeinated pot to share, no sugar spoons. Also, our entrees arrived before our salads/appetizers were cleared so there was a weird moment of "where does everything go?" Despite the quirks in the service, the meals were quite delicious, and because we paid in cash we received a gift card for 10% of our bill. (A promotion they are running currently). Overall, a good off-Erie St. option if you are in the Willoughby area, can tolerate service that is not 100% impeccable, and you want to patronize locally owned non-chain establishments.
(3)Amy T.
I don't normally 5 star a spot when I haven't had the food, but Lure's patio is awesome enough of a draw that I think it alone is a draw. Lure knows what it is doing when it comes to outdoor dining. It's massive patio houses a huge bar under a pavilion. Plus, the patio is one of the most appealing I have seen in all of the Cleve; using overhead strands of lights to set the mood. The staff is extremely friendly, loving the fact my friend, searching for the term Buttery Nipple to describe his desired shot, blurted out "buttery crotch" by mistake. I don't even know if buttery nipple is the correct term because I am against any non straight-up liquor shots (like tequila. vodka. whiskey). The beer selection is decent, serving Lake Erie Monster and Magic Hat #9. It also has long island iced teas and margaritas on tap. Yeah, I didn't know that could be done either, but I liked it.
(5)Darren B.
Lure's Summer Patio is a true 5 Star location in this eastern suburb of Cleveland. Lure's 1/2 Price Sushi on Tuesdays is also 5 Stars. Great prices on good solid creative fish. Okay...so they won't compare to Sushi czar Toshi Ueki at Blue Ribbon in NYC. However, for Cleveland where lets face it, Chef's can't exactly go down to the docks and select their own fish, it meets and exceeds most expectations as evidenced by the great crowds who keep showing up every Tuesday And if you want some of the best taco's you will ever taste...you MUST order the Duck Taco's. I am not even a duck fan and I was really wow'ed by these...another 5 stars. On the world class food scene...okay, it may only deserve 4 stars. In Clevelands eastern suburbs for seafood & steak, especially in summer, this place really is a great place to take a date or meet with friends!
(5)Jay S.
The happy hour prices were great and the drinks were just right. I ordered the lobster nachos and they were so good. The sushi was TERRIBLE though!! The salmon nigiri looked and tasted less than fresh. The spicy salmon roll was not spicy - it was COVERED in siracha hot sauce. When I told the bartender it was way too hot to eat, he said, "Well it is a spicy roll". Um, since when did dousing something in hot sauce add any spice? It only adds heat! The roll was inedible. If you go, just enjoy drinks and call it a night.
(3)Kerensa B.
Another interesting, off the beaten path but not quite good restaurant in Willoughby. The night we went they were running a chef-special where the chef picked your 3 course meal - an interesting way to be adventurous and try something new. It was actually quite good. I on the other hand, had one of the sushi dinner specials, which came with a soup, seaweed salad and spicy sushi. It was pretty good until I got home and stomach pains kept me up all night. I used to eat sushi (or think about getting it) almost daily and a few months later I still can't touch it. Not sure if it was the spice or something else. Sad, because it's almost summer and this place has a lovely outdoor patio that would a perfect place to spend a summer evening, with a lovely salmon dish and glass of wine.
(2)Ashley M.
Lure is one of the top places for sushi on the East side of Cleveland, in my book. Tuesdays are half off nights - great deal, but be sure to make a reservation. Summer evenings are great to spend outside, eating very fresh sushi and sipping on a cocktail. Fun patio for big groups! Inside has a great, modern atmosphere for date nights. I also love their cash program.
(4)Juan S.
Looks classy place. The food is so-so. Whoever is making the sushi needs to take a sushi rice making 101 again. Several occasion the rice is very mushy and not whole. I had the "Three Little Piggies" and it was good. Very expensive.
(2)Alyssa A.
Outside patio on a nice night eating half priced sushi is awesome. i have only been to Lure on Tuesday (half priced sushi) because their restaurant doesn't seem to fit me too well. Their small portions on big plates aren't my forte. BUT...... I love sushi and they know what they are doing. Their rolls are interesting and well worth the money when only paying half price...I dont know if I would've enjoyed it so much paying $16+ per futomaki roll. He had the surf and turf roll and I had the cajun. We both enjoyed a California roll just to smooth things out. The surf and turf was quite interesting and very good. And my cajun was very smokey. loved them both....catch me there next Tuesday. Oh and I think its funny their take out bags are called "Sushbags!" Takeout also has some great deals.
(4)Mimi N.
I've been here a handful of times because I'm from the area so I wanted to support a local business but each time it gets worse! I am not sure why they are known for their sushi, it's horrible! The rice was so mushy. The rolls we ordered were all very bland. The only reason I am giving it 2 stars is for the ahi tuna nachos. This is NOT authentic sushi, it's definitely Asian fusion. If you want good authentic sushi, you're better off going to Pacific East or Ginko.
(2)Valerie R.
I've been here a few times usually in the summer to take advantage of the large patio. The best thing about Lure is their half-price sushi night and that's just because of the price. Having lived in Japan for five years I can tell you what makes good sushi and what doesn't. The rice they use at Lure is often undercooked and has no "su" or sushi vinegar flavor. The Rainbow Roll we had on Friday night did not look or taste fresh. I honestly think it was the worst sushi I've ever tasted. The night really started off bad when we ordered red wine and it came out hot. The waitress was nice enough about exchanging it, but said, "We thought it might be a little warm since it was inside and not outside"- it was an 80 degree day! Wouldn't the outside be warmer than the air-conditioned inside? We also ordered the scallop entree for $20. Much to my surprise there were only 3 scallops. They were wrapped in bacon and cooked perfectly, but I've been to more upscale restaurants and gotten more than 3 scallops for $20. Lure is a great place to go and sit out on the patio and enjoy a few drinks, but I wouldn't recommend coming just for the food- you'll be disappointed and upset you paid so much for the quality of food you got.
(2)Ab To The G.
I freakin love this restaurant! The ambiance is great- there is both inside and outside seating, sort of a nice bar and a bistro mixed together. The service is great, the waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable. The food is decently priced and delicious. There's a wide selection of food including a sushi menu! Ok I'm really skeptical of non Asian sushi restaurants but I took a risk and WOW there sushi is great! I had the tsunami roll- it was so good! Also tried the crab cakes and crab crusted grouper. We finished all of our meals. The drinks are good as well. Try the lemon chiffon martini! I will definitely go back and I'd recommend this place to anyone!
(5)Jen M.
Overall a good 3.5 star dining experience. The rosemary chicken pirogies in a smoked Gouda cream sauce were rich and delicious. My pear salad with grilled chicken was very good. The boyfriend's seaweed salad was good but he said he's had better sushi at other places. Service was attentive. Perhaps my fave part of the meal was the bread they brought to the table...the multigrain bread (with a slightly sweet butter) was killer good. I was shocked when she said it was Orlando bread. Huge outdoor dining area and bar. Great weeknight specials like Date Night Wednesday menu for $40.
(3)Keven K.
Great food and ambiance. Had a rather large group with 2 small kids and they did fine. Kids menu was just right.
(4)Dennis C.
We went on half price sushi night. The menu was so large and printing so small and condensed that it was hard to read. My sister who was in the business for 16 years warned me that half price sushi was a day short of being thrown away. I got a bad case of the runs. On searching the net, I found out that "white tuna" is actually a fish called a snake mackeral and is also known as the diarreah fish. It's banned in Japan and Italy and other countries are considering bans, but it's on the menu at Lure. One guy claimed to have eaten it and soiled himself in an elevator on his way back to work! right around the corner is a sushi place called Young's Sushi. There is a big empty parking lot with sushi prepared by an old Japanese sushi chef named Young. This place is authentic and great. They serv no alcohol, but you are free to bring your own if you wish.
(2)Kari T.
Great patio! Food was pretty good too. Try the calamari with Graham cracker crust and sweet curry sauce. Fairly decent selection of wines as well.
(4)Joe G.
So everyone understands where I am coming from the majority of my experiences with Lure were with the previous ownership which sold the restaurant sometime in Late 2008 I believe. I went for the first time recently and was very, very disappointed. I tried the escargot which I always love, it was served barely warm and not very tasty. The sushi was flavorless, and the mushroom soup I tried was the consistency of a puree. Lure used to be perhaps my favorite restaurant in Cleveland, using fresh ingredients from the West Side Market offering a fresh twist on seafood and other dishes. Now I'm not so sure I'd even want to give the new ownership a second try.
(2)A. C.
Lure Bistro: too noisy, honeycomb, slow service *Edamame - Sea Salt Crusted Soy Bean Pods Served Warm *Baked Goat Cheese - Wild Honeycomb, Watercress Greens, Apple Lavender Vinaigrette, Toast Points Of note: Candied Bacon Martini - Bacon Infused Vodka, Apple Brandy, Amaretto, Maple , Candied Bacon
(3)Hana G.
Very happy with our food at Lure! Def a gem for cute, quaint Willoughby. No rez on a Tues (half-price sushi) so the manager (part owner as we found out later) asked us if we could eat in an hour in a peeved tone?? Many other ways a professional could have phrased this :) Our server seemed depressed and only after the two of us ordered lots of food and drinks was she a little more lively... sigh. The food made up for it for the most part: Oysters and oyster shooters were good. Firemouth specialty roll was AMAZING. Surf and Turf Specialty roll was decent. Nigiri yellow tail and salmon were of great quality and quantity. Spicy tuna - okay Martinis were great. Presentation: beautiful. $70+ for two Looking forward to visiting again, but might run if I get the same server.
(4)Stefanie F.
When Lure first opened for business, it really wasn't a bad restaurant. I enjoyed going there for dinner and was always satisfied. The last 6 years or so have been completely different. Food has become sub par. Especially the sushi. I'd stay away from that if I were you. On summer nights, it might be fun to go here and drink at the outdoor bar and sit on the patio. It only takes 20-30 minutes to get one drink. When you do get it, it's crappy and not worth the ridiculous wait. Even when they're not busy the bar service is extremely slow, unattentive, and the bartenders are really crabby.
(2)Molly L.
I lived in Willoughby and have never ventured in to Lure until now. They only have later hours but it was worth the trip. I ordered a miso and a couple of maki rolls, not to die for but defiantly hits the spot. Lure is a little bit more pricey but I used the Yelp deal, $10 for $20 gift certificate so it wasn't as painful of a check (without alcohol). I don't think I would make this a frequent go to though.
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