The Celare at 301 Straight St in Cincinnati is a beautiful hotel with delicious food and wine. With excellent customer service and high-quality dining options.
I had dinner at the Iris Cafe on the 2nd floor of the property. Plenty of windows showcasing the awesome city view. My server was personable, attentive, and knew the menu well. My appetizer was the Battered Cauliflower with honey buffalo sauce and blue cheese tzatziki.Very flavorful dish and plenty to share with chunks of blue cheese and scallions as garnish. My dinner was the Citrus Salmon Pave with fennel, whipped potatoes, and a delightful blood orange butter sauce. Perfectly cooked fish and the blood orange sauce combined citrus and the creaminess of dairy butter. Think of a Burre Blanc sauce only with blood orange juice instead of lemon juice. The prices at the Celare restaurants are comparable in cost to most sit-down Cincy restaurants. My salmon entrée was only $18+tax and a sound value.
My friend loved the Emerald salad with, cucumber, pistachios, tender bibb lettuce, and green goddess dressing, he added a well-seasoned chicken breast to the salad.
He also enjoyed the bread board featuring several types of fresh baked bread and whipped butter. Some breads were toasted, while others were crusted with seeds and nuts.
Chef Rashid’s Seductive Chocolate Masterpiece
The Charcuterie Dessert Board was a magical moment in time. With pecan pralines, cheesecake with a creamy caramel sauce by “Wood Bottom Farms” produced in Bethel, Ohio. Raspberry coolie, fudge, puff pastry crackers, and many more chocolatey edibles.
What wine did you drink Wanda?
I raved over the Gruner Veltliner from Austria, white wine with a bright acidity and a golden hue. A couple of glasses with my battered cauliflower was very nice. I’m crazy about Pinot Noir from Oregon and enjoyed a glass with my salmon. The earthy flavors complimented the meal. And I had a glass of a bubbly Cava Brut from Spain. A great dry sparkling wine made in the image of Champagne, and pairs well with desserts. Cleare has one-of-a-kind cocktails on the menu, imported, and domestic beers.
Rooftop Restaurant
The Vick is the newest Celare restaurant for food, spirts, and a fun atmosphere. I enjoyed a scrumptious slice of Strawberry Pale Ale Cake, spring strawberry, and vanilla buttercream frosting.The Vick will soon have live entertainment when the weather warms up. The Vick patio will be the place to be with girls’ night out, and date night. With nice seating and a grand view of the city scape. The Vick patio is a nice backdrop for a meetup group outing.
It’s Time for Breakfast
After a great night’s sleep in my restful room with a supremely comfortable mattress. Time for a hearty breakfast at the Iris Café. A sophisticated breakfast menu and breakfast cocktails. I certainly had a difficult time choosing and I made a fantastic choice.
Foragers Bowl with quinoa, blistered cherry tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms, sliced avocado, and grated parmesan cheese. Topped with sprouts and a poached egg.Wow, delicious and I could equally taste each ingredient in the dish. The acid in the tomatoes was a brilliant addition and the avocado added a rich creaminess. I also had a fruit bowl loaded with fresh berries, pineapple, and ripened honeydew. It’s going to be a marvelous day when I receive ripe melon in a fruit bowl. I can’t wait to return to Celare for more delicious food, wine, and remarkable hospitality.
What new happenings are coming to the Celare
The Celare has four amazing event rooms and just imagine having a wedding there, or a vow renewal ceremony. Graduations are up coming, and an event room might be a smart idea to celebrate the occasion. Come out April 16th 6-9pm The Vick Rooftop Bar at Celare, for an evening of high-value connections, great conversations, and new opportunities. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional circle, meet potential collaborators, or unwind after a busy day. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, delicious refreshments, and engaging conversations with like-minded individuals. Check Eventbrite for further details.
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A big piece of salmon for the $$
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