La Strada’s concrete floors and tall ceilings may seem like the makings of a cold, institutional eating experience, but it’s just the opposite. Wrought iron railings on the second floor of the two-floor restaurant add a balcony feel and give diners a bird’s-eye view of the entire restaurant and kitchen. “I made sure the balcony level was only seven feet above the rest of the restaurant, so [the diners upstairs] feel just as part of the crowd as those on the first level,” Tarantino explains. If it’s a special occasion, call ahead and ask for the “Engagement Table.” Cushiony chairs and a central location on the balcony make this spot ideal for big announcements that require applause. 2050 E. Fourth St., (216) 861-3663
(New Arrival) Worldly Fare
La Strada’s concrete floors and tall ceilings may seem like the makings of a cold, institutional eating experience, but it’s just the opposite. Wrought iron railings on the second floor of the two-floor restaurant add a balcony feel and give diners a bird’s-eye view of the entire restaurant and kitchen. “I made sure the balcony level was only seven feet above the rest of the restaurant, so [the diners upstairs] feel just as part of the crowd as those on the first level,” Tarantino explains. If it’s a special occasion, call ahead and ask for the “Engagement Table.” Cushiony chairs and a central location on the balcony make this spot ideal for big announcements that require applause. 2050 E. Fourth St., (216) 861-3663
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November 19, 2008