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B Spot
Categories: Restaurants American (New) Restaurants Burgers American (New), Burgers [Edit]
18066 Royalton RdStrongsville, OH 44136
(440) 572-9600
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Drive-Thru:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Trendy, Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
65 reviews for B Spot
Review Highlights
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"Boutique burger joint feel with a Michael Symon twist." In 10 reviews -
"...flavor and i was thrilled to find a pickle bar- nice touch." In 10 reviews -
"The hubster ordered the Fat Doug." In 3 reviews
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65 reviews in English
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Review from Ryan L.
5/7/2012
This is one of the better burger restaurants that I've been to. I'm not crazy about the whole higher-priced hamburger scene, but this was at least some very good food. I got the Bambino, which came with arugula, prosciutto, mozzarella, and red onion (I skipped the tomato). Very, very good. I also tried the New Jack City, which was just full of flavor. Buns were very soft, flavor was great, food was fresh.
We also split some Lola fries (fries with rosemary), which I thought were excellent. Others said they had a bit too much rosemary flavor, but I thought they were perfect.
The pickle bar was a bit exciting, but ended up just being okay. I got some dill pickles and some pickled red pepper salsa-type stuff, which was good, but there was a limited selection.
Price was a bit high for just two people (over $30), so I wouldn't go there all the time, but the food itself was very good. -
Review from Aaron S.
North Royalton, OH
5/22/2012
Okay place. Met a friend from out of town there for a rather late dinner while he was stranded in Cleveland (no one comes here on purpose I suppose lol).
Lime Cilantro wings were great. I've worked as a cook in Atlanta and Cleveland...no one has ever had to nuts to cook chicken wings to the absolute correct temp and not go over. I mean these things were hot, juicy, tender, and the sauce was a perfect compliment.
Burgers were delish, Lola fries were meh. Being super thin like that, they were cold about 20 seconds after hitting the table.
Can't give ya more than 2 stars, however, because just about every beer we tried to order was out. We finally managed to hit one that was available. Kind of got the impression that the bartender was trying to shut down early (hey it was like 9 on a Tuesday...I get that they weren't busy, but shit the sign says you're open until 10...doesn't that mean I can get anything on the menu until 10:01? I know that's how the joints I worked in operated...but yeah I guess Strongsville, OH ain't Atlanta, GA).
Anyhow, also was not a fan of bringing everything to the table at once. The wings got cold (they were still pretty good) while we ate our burgers. I dunno. I guess the "fast food" style of service works for some.
Anyhow...good food. Just don't go past 8 PM I guess. -
Review from Dahna S.
College Park, MD
4/23/2012
I had the pleasure of splitting the Lola burger, Yo! burger, Mr. Porky bratwurst, and vanilla bean apple pie bacon milkshake. Yes, that's right friends-- we did some serious menu exploring at B Spot.
The Lola burger was delicious: fried egg, bacon, pickled red onion, and cheese. Need I say more?
The best part of the Yo! burger was by far the many slices of fried salami that were jammed on top-- scrumptiously salty, crispy, and a perfect addition to the sandwich.
The burger meat itself is pretty good. They could definitely benefit from higher quality meat, but I imagine a sizeable price jump from that kind of change... and no one wants to see that.
The brat was packed with some surprising flavors- some good, some not so good. The pork seemed to have spent some time in an acidic and briny cooking liquid. While I'm a big fan of acidity with savory, there's gotta be a limit somewhere. The bratwurst itself was much more flavorfull than I expected; I swear I even tasted a hint a white wine in there.
And now for the kicker: Vanilla Bean Apple Pie Bacon Milkshake. Yes, that is all one thing. And yes, it was ubber good-- a vanilla bean milkshake with a scoop of apple pie blended into it, topped with extra crispy bacon bits. I'd say this was one of the most imaginitive and satisfying combinations of sweet and salty I've ever had!
I went in super excited to finally eat at one of Michael Symon's restaurants, and I left with a fully belly and a smile on my face.Listed in: Yum-O in Cleveland!
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Review from Saidah F.
Cleveland, OH
5/11/2012
Kudos! This was such a great lunch experience. I had a choice of going here or across the way to TGIF. Knowing there would be a long wait for food from either kitchen I might as well spend a little more. Well I was wrong, I didn't wait long at all at B Spot, the food was quality, and the price didn't break the bank.
As soon as we walked through the door the hostesses stopped what they were doing and gave us their full attention. Our server Jackie introduced herself by name. After ordering we received our food in no time. I had the Kojak burger (delish!) We shared Lola fries, who can resist Lola fries?!!! I would have given this place a 5 but the chocolate banana marshmallow shake was just ok. Excellent Service and Great food! -
Review from Marti C.
4/23/2012 1 Check-in Here
The name Michael Symon inspires notions of fantastic flavors and succulent entrees. I agree with Mike N who says its a glorified fast food joint.
The menu offers an array of gourmet flavor combinations. I got the porky burger that came with bacon coleslaw and pulled pork. My friend had the fried bologna, which reminded her of her Alabama roots. My burger was ok. It wasn't juicy but was cooked to order. The only bbq option was one with coffee, odd. It was all decent enough but not great. Don't bother asking about substitutions, Symons put a big sign on the wall that says you can't. Apparently they are already paired to perfection and your addition isn't going to help.
I ordered a side of onion rings and my friends ordered chili-cheese fries. The onion rings were great, but pricy at $6 for a regular-sized side. The chili-cheese fries were ok. The chili was a bit too sweet, not enough cheese and too expensive at $8. I'm not balking at the price per say. I am willing to pay for for something that is worth it. These items were good but just run of the mill.
A friend tried the vanilla, apple-pie bacon milk shake. It too was interesting but not delicious. The vanilla, apple-pie was sweet but the bacon aftertaste was not delicious.
The worst part of our experience was our waiter, Ben. He was way too cool for school. He never explained the pickle bar. He rarely checked on our drinks. He also didn't offer any suggestions even after we told him we'd never been there. Thank goodness for a mnager that picked up his slack. Also, don't ask for ranch, they don't have any Ben snootilly declared.
I have no need to go back. It was something worth trying once. Go to Melt, 5 Guys or even Red Robin for a better burger or sandwich in a friendlier atmosphere -
Review from Aaron M.
Simi Valley, CA
3/31/2012
My wife and I had dinner here on a Sunday night. We expected to have to wait for a table, but we were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. The decor of the restaurant is great, and the food is even better.
We got the Porky burger and the Lola burger, and both were out of this world. The flavors were spectacular, and the portions were just right. We got the Lola fries and onion rings as sides. The fries were great, but the onion rings weren't anything special to me.
We are from California, but visit Cleveland 3 or 4 times a year, and this place will be a must eat every visit. -
Review from Joey G.
Columbus, OH
4/5/2012
Lives up to the hype! I've heard a lot about B-Spot and had high expectations coming in...I walked out happy and looking forward to our next visit.
Went with the Lola burger and was blown away...as good as burgers get! -
Review from Hank's D.
Holland, OH
2/12/2012
Interesting place to see. For a restaurant, things are high tech and obviously expensive. The servers use electronic pads to enter your food order.
I assume this cuts way down on them getting orders wrong, and it apparently helps in getting the food out quicker. They turn people over very quickly, your food getting to your table remarkably fast.
Our server was very helpful and attentive, giving us excellent service.
We were both disappointed with the fries. They are the shoestring type, which I don't care for, but the flavoring of them just wasn't that good. We also tried an order of onion rings, and they were completely unremarkable, below average.
The burgers though were quite good. Not the best I've ever had but certainly above average. They are small though.
The wife had a root beer float which she loved.
So we probably will stop in again sometime when in the area, but we wouldn't go out of our way to go here. -
Review from Pati R.
Streetsboro, OH
4/21/2012 1 Check-in Here
Real burgers, fries, vanilla bean milkshakes with Kahlua and vodka And a pickle bar. Life is good. Service fast and efficient
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Review from Mallory U.
Cleveland, OH
2/15/2012
My fiance and I went to BSpot on a Saturday night around 8 p.m. We were going as an early Valentine's Day dinner so that we weren't going out on the actual day of Valentine's Day, when it would probably be really crowded! However, at 8 p.m. on a weekend it was still pretty busy, which is to be expected. I do not mind waiting for a table, however there is NO WHERE to sit and wait at this restaurant! I really did not like that. We had to stand the entire time we were waiting (about 30 minutes) in the entryway to the restaurant, which was VERY small and everyone kept walking by you to get in/out of the place. It was also pretty cold in there since we were next to the door. I just wish there had been a few chairs inside the actual restaurant where we could sit and wait. The bar was full too, or else we might have gone to sit there and wait for our table to be ready.
Once we were seated at a high top table in front of the television, a male waiter came to take our order. He must have asked us three times each what we wanted to order! I had to repeat myself so many times it was annoying. I guess he couldn't hear us or something. I did like how the orders were entered into an electronic device and then I assume the orders got sent straight to the kitchen. Thought that was pretty neat.
I ordered the Lola burger (recommended by Yelpers) without mayo, and a side of onion rings and a milkshake. My fiance ordered the kitchen specialty burger (I forget what the actual name of it was on the menu) and chili cheese fries. He tried to order the fries first but I had to tell him that everything comes out at once time (which I had learned by checking out Yelp prior to our visit!). He also got a milkshake. We both ordered them with alcohol in them, which was great! I had to try the apple pie vanilla bean bacon milkshake (highly recommended by Yelpers) and my fiance got the vanilla bean milkshake. They were both very delicious and I would definitely go back again to try more of them!
As for dinner, it came to our table very quickly, probably after only 10 minutes. It was hot and it tasted good. I really enjoyed the Lola burger! I didn't care for the pickled onions on the burger but I tried them anyway, nor did I go to the pickle bar since I hate pickles. My fiance loved the pickle bar though and he enjoyed his burger, which turned out to be a gyro-like creation with lamb and feta cheese. He said it was pretty delicious and he was pleasantly surprised with the choice. I would never gamble like that and just get the kitchen's choice of burger, but for him, it was great!
However I expected more for some reason. The place had been so hyped up that I thought it would be a bigger deal! I wasn't impressed with the size of the restaurant -- it was extremely small and crowded feeling. Also, I wasn't aware that children would be there since I just thought it was going to be a classier upscale restaurant. Now I realize that it is literally a burger joint and has a pretty casual atmosphere. There was a kids birthday party going on that night or some kind of family celebration involving children, which took up at least 3 tables and seemed to cheapen the place, like it was the local TGIFridays, or Friendlys or something. To add to that, the young high school girls that were the hostesses/busgirls were busy chatting with each other non stop and just seemed like they were your typical teenager from Strongsville. There seemed to be an awful lot of them running around, but I guess they need a full staff on busy nights.
Overall, we had a nice time and the milkshakes tasted amazing. I am not dying to go back right away but would like to see what it's like in the summer time. It is a very convenient location for us, only 3 miles from our house. I have decided to rank BSpot worthy of 3 stars. -
Review from Kathryn G.
Tustin, CA
1/4/2012
The Lola burger takes your standard 'bacon burger' one step further by adding a fried egg to it (along with pickled red onions, cheese and mayo). It sounds like breakfast and lunch served in one massive helping (bacon and eggs plus a burger) - and it definitely looks like it - but it is capital G Good. Word to the wise: before picking it up, cut it in half. And once you pick the half up, keep a firm grip on it because the gooey yolk will coat everything (in deliciousness!) and the burger will fall apart if you let go.
If you still have room after eating your burger, try the fries - once you try them you'll believe that all fries should always come coated in sea salt and rosemary. -
Review from Keri G.
Cleveland, OH
1/13/2012
Solid burgers with inventive toppings. Outstanding onion rings and crisp duck fat fries..mmmm good! Waitress was friendly and efficient. I split the bacon burger and the thin lizzy with a friend. We both loved the thin lizzy burger.
I thought there beer list would be a bit better. I remember going there when they first opened and remembered seeing more Founders products. This time it seemed like a lot of english, kolsch's and hefe's on and in winter time meh' those are too light but any way I got a Bells Jave stout and was happy!
Ya' know its a burger joint elevated by the Iron Chef Symon who seems like a really great chef and person so I like going and supporting local business even if I'm full for three days straight afterwards!! -
Review from Salsaboy S.
Oakland, CA
2/2/2012
They cook in lard.
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Review from laura w.
Cleveland, OH
10/6/2011
The food was pretty decent. I've had better burgers. Nothing really stood out, except for the tried and true tasty Lola fries.
Honestly what really put me off was the service. We went on a Saturday night and had about a 30 minute wait (which is to be expected and totally fine by myself and my boyfriend, we always just wait at the bar) For starters, the bartender was rude, rude, RUDE. Seemed very annoyed to be working, very annoyed that she had to give us menus, very annoyed that I asked a question about their wine. But it wasn't just us, I noticed her rolling her eyes to other customers sitting at the bar as well. That sorta sets the tone for the evening when you spend 30 minutes under that kind of attitude.
So then we get seated. An ever-so-slightly thawed out version of the bartender was our waitress. She was irritated that we weren't ready to order the first time she came over, she stared off to space & looked around the room as my boyfriend was asking a question about a particular dish, and never took our drink order. It was just bad vibes all around from the staff. I get it, it's Saturday night, it's busy. But geez, we didn't do anything outlandish or demanding to warrant such foulness. The nicest person we came across there was the sweet little hostess who was smiles all around when we walked in and even as we left. She was super nice. That was about it. I'll stick with Lola. -
Review from David B.
12/13/2011
Went last Saturday afternoon and was seated immediately--plus!!!
Ordered a Dortmunder that came out cold in a big glass--another plus!!!
Ordered a Bruben that was inhaled---delish!
Bigger helpings as I am a food whore...
Thank you!!! -
Review from Jeffrey S.
Brenham, TX
11/15/2011 1 Check-in Here
First, let me say, the vanilla bean shake with Khalua and Vodka is the best desert treat ever.
My dinner was OK. I had the chili cheeseburger, Lola fries, and onion rings. The pickle "bar" should be called a pickle "cart". I was really hoping for a huge wild ass variety of pickled goodies (eggs, okra, carrots, etc.) Instead, it was pickles, onions, jalapenos, and some relish. Pretty middle of the road stuff if you ask me. However, it was all tasty with the exception of the pickles which weren't all that impressive.
The fires and onions rings were the star of the show.
The burger was tasty. The chili on the burger was pretty tasteless. No spice and no real seasoned flavor to speak of.
Would I go back? You betcha. I think there is more lurking in the menu that my one experience. -
Review from Teddy B.
10/9/2011
After careful thought I deliver a rating of 4. Food tastes great...however portion size & price point takes away from 5 stars.
Burgers are very creative, cool atmosphere. However, there are no sides that come with the upper echelon priced dish, no substitutions and the size is not what I expect for the price. I will possibly come back, but not rush back. -
Review from Steve P.
Indianapolis, IN
8/17/2011
Took our party of eight, including four kids, here on a Saturday afternoon. There was already a 30 minute wait at 5:00PM, so it must be good.
The first thing I noticed was that this place is loud, which is great when you have kids with you. The service was very attentive and the input all orders directly into a mini-computer as you order. This allowed our drinks to arrive at the table almost before we were done ordering.
My wife and I both had burgers, which were excellent. You can tell they spend time to get the best ingredients possible and the meat was cooked perfectly. Our boys both wanted bratwurst and they were not fans. The brats seemed to be overcooked and were dry. The bread was also hard and dry. This may be preferred by some, but for the kids, it was an issue. We also ordered some fries, onion rings and a vanilla brean shake. All were excellent.
The only negative I can mention was that towards the end of the meal, we felt rushed to leave. The check was already on our table by the time I took my 2nd bite and it seemed like our server was back to our table every two minutes asking if there was "anything I can get out of your way." (Which I translated as "can you please hurry up.") I know this place is popular and they want to turn tables quickly, but if I wait 30 minutes for a table and pay $12.00 for a burger, don't rush me.
Overall, this was probably the best meal I have ever had in a strip mall. The decor is cool, the food was great. I just wish we had been invited to stay longer. -
Review from Steven R.
Greentown, OH
3/1/2012
Great burgers, fries & shakes in an environment that is a nice mix of modern and antique ambience. What more could you ask for?
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Review from Stacie M.
San Mateo, CA
9/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
Stopped in for dinner, but made sure we went super late as I've heard wait times for tables are long. The place isn't that big and I guess its new so people love it.
We tried a brat as well a burger. I actually liked the brat more. GREAT brat. That being said, the burger was pretty good too. Yummy grilled onions on it. Also liked that the burgers are a normal portion size, not a standard midwestern monstrosity. They also don't come with a huge pile of fries. Another standard midwestern practice. They seemed to have a pickle bar up in front, but I'll admit I was too lazy to go up and check out it. Burgers were good without.
They've got a little bar area as well which could come in handy if you have to wait for a table. Prices were very reasonable. They also have some great cocktails if you like bourbony types of cocktails. Most weren't quit sweet enough for me.
Would definitely try it again. -
Review from Kevin s.
Medina, OH
6/16/2011
Can you do two things at once? I mean two that stand in direct contradiction?
"Help us help you!" sez the website. Okay, great. That's exactly what hospitality is, helping the customer. Off to a good start, when...
"No Whining!" (Their double caps, not mine.) So, if there's something wrong, am I whining when I ask for it to be fixed? Because, well, there IS something wrong, here.
Friday night. Peak dining time, so we know there will be a wait. Uh, can we sit at the bar and eat? Sure! Off to the bar, skipping the three-quarter hour wait. Poifect.
Beer, wine, all those things which act as social lubricant. Bartender is a chatty fellow, and when told this was our first visit, very informative. Ordered "Porky Fries,," as an appetizer. We had been warned both by the menu and previous Yelp reviews that everything is delivered to table at one time. Bam. You get it all, right now. Take it or leave it. See that line out the door? It's not like we give one RCH if we lose you as a customer.
She ordered a salad, I ordered a "Chilly Willy" burger. Both came out of the kitchen in about ten minutes, fresh and tasty. Then, bar-boy asks, "Hey, how would you like some fries with that?" Um. We ordered fries. Ten minutes ago. 'Member?
"Oh, uh... the 'runner' dropped them on the kitchen floor." Sure. That's just what happened. No way you forgot one third of our order, right?
It's early in the life-span of B Spot. We'll try it again. I wouldn't make special plans to return, or advise friends, or go out of my way. When possible I avoid that whole retail wasteland strip-mall hell that is Strongsville. And it sure feels the message was: we should just be thankful that they were willing to serve us at all. That's not a good thing, in ANY business model.
(P.S: The bad reviews are kind of comical. Five Guys? Really? Those two places are worlds apart. Aside from a burger, they could be on different planets. Stop with the employee reviews. It doesn't wash.) -
Review from Brian T.
8/2/2011
B Spot is Cleveland's Iron Chef's version of a sports bar. With a great decor, extremely low prices ($5 for a beer!), and respectable ingredients, skillfully and creatively prepared, you would be a fool to go to a national chain crap place again.
The beer selection is bar none. Outstanding, unusual beers on draft and yeah, around $5 a pop. Dangerous. The wings are as good as you will find in Cleveland. The Lola fries will certainly be a revelation to anyone who has not had "real" pomme frites before. They also make homemade potato chips and a host of other tasty munchables.
The burgers are made with Pat La Frieda meat (they source some of the best beef in NYC restaurants), but this is still not, by any stretch, what you'd be getting at Minetta Tavern. I would even argue that the blend used at Shake Shack -- although they make the flatter, fried style of burger -- has a beefier taste. Still, it's good to know the beef is high quality and not the crap usually served in Ohio sports bars. I must say that the bun is too insubstantial, however. It's a small, soft, light type of bun, and disintegrates into the juices of the burger and toppings. Kind of a bummer!
The pickle bar is a nice feature -- very nice homemade pickles.
I must object to the "rules of the house" ("Symon Says"): Rule No. 4 is a drag: "All food will come to the table together. ...If you're interested in courses, ask your caddie." Um, this might be convenient for the kitchen, but it's really not ideal for the diner. I'm guessing this policy is in place solely to prevent the young, inexperienced staff from messing up orders and keeping the place turning over as frequently as possible.
Most offensive, however, is Rule No. 2: "No whining....whiners will be prosecuted and removed from the establishment..." Really? Declining to accept negative feedback from your customers is being disdainful of them. While the proprietors admittedly know more about how to make great food and run restaurants than most of their customers, shouldn't that just speak for itself?
Still, I guess they meant all of that in good fun (kind of), and I'll shrug off this minor mis-step. Overall, the food is great for the price, and I would happily return for the abuse. -
Review from Seed M.
Cleveland, OH
2/12/2012
I have had good meals and bad meals. Its a toss up. The kitchen staff RIPS. The waiting staff is a little strange. Seems like they might be on space dust. I choose brats over burgers usually. Wings are cool. Porky Fries are good if you don't plan on eating anything else the rest of the day. AND you have to try the apple pie bacon shake. Make me wanna get down on the dance floor.
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Review from Mitch S.
Stamford, CT
Hi All,
So I was told by the locals, this is a greatest burger place. We went with a group of 11 and they did take a reservation.
Best burger??? Not even close to Plan B on Hartford, Ct, but it was decent. Too pricey for the size, but was above average quality.
Now the onion rings were awesome. some of the best I have ever has. And a very diverse and interesting beer selection.
Overall...very good place...not great... Maybe the best burger in town...but that stops at the border.
MSZ -
Review from Rick F.
4/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
First impression the host was rushed and it showed in how he communicated with me, brash, repetitive, firm basically rude! A rash of Burger Joints have opened up in Atlanta where I live, after you've been to a number of them you see that its all the same stuff and its beginning to look like a fad. A fad that I like and will ride to the end!
After reading the wall of teaching me how to behave in public you really get insight into the concept! While it is kitschy and entertaining its does have a hidden message that marginalizes the customer if they actually have a complaint or sub standard service.
Call me old school but if I do know something about the owner and the inner circle, I look forward to mentioning it and am proud to share my knowledge, with the staff. It makes me feel in the know and somewhat important for a brief moment in time. It does not hurt anyone and I feel great. I would probably visit the restaurant more frequently.
Being told that this behavior is not wanted or recognized and valuable to the establishment really turned me off. Even though I think I understand your trying to be funny and light=hearted. It didn't land well at first impression.
The service was excellent, fast and efficient, the server was very informative and helpful. I like the, order everything at once concept.
The food was excellent as well. Everyone enjoyed the Burgers and variations. The Wings were amazing. The fries were cold and flavorless, way to thin to hold the heat long enough to enjoy.
I love the concept of a pickle bar but it looked underwhelming at best when we approached it. The entire place was well designed and looked great, somebody stopped when it came to the pickle bar, it looked like it didn't belong. -
Review from M R.
Cleveland, OH
5/24/2011
You know, I really want to love this place and I just don't get excited about it. I think people are more excited about the brand rather than the food. The burgers are ok, I've had better and menu not fantastic. Actually, it's a menu if you want a heart attack. Not a great selection at all.
I went twice and still feel there is no chemistry between me and B-Spot. I guess it hasn't hit my spot. I'd rather go to five guys for half the price... -
Review from Carl A.
Oh yea.
-Good burgers. Small, but good.
-$4 lola fries. $5 O-rings have bigger portion. Both were great.
-No wait for lunch. Stop going to a new restaurant at 6pm and complaining about the hour long wait, idiots.
-Great, fast service. Loved the portable computer the servers bring to the table. That way, you know your order is in as soon as you say it. (As a server, this would be very convenient and eliminate those forgotten orders...) They even swipe your credit card at your table.
-Limited menu, so substitutions. Suck it, it's good.Listed in: Suburbia worth Sharing
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Review from Sarah V.
4/17/2011 3 photos
Symon says "NO WHINING!" Before the cry babies write horrible sub par reviews, do your research!
http://www.bspotburger...
They serve the food all at once. Get over it, or don't go! WE HAD A BLAST!
First, we decided to go on Sunday at 11 am, when it opens. We beat out the lunch crowd because everyone was at church, and it was still relatively early. Recommended. Decor was fun. Modern, artistic. Classy/trendy for a strip mall location. Without all the high class pretention you find in higher end restaurants. Symon doesn't take things too seriously, and it was a breath of fresh air. I can't wait for the summer time when they open the garage door and let the summer breeze blow through....
The menu is stress free. When I say stress free, I mean beads of sweat won't poor from your brow over the pages and pages of stuff some people put in their menues. Stay true to what you're good at, and don't bog the diners down with a 10 page menu. B Spot hit the nail on the head. 2 pages, straight forward, no guessing.
Chili cheese fries, lola fries and onion rings are where it's at. You know how you bite into an onion ring, and the whole onion comes out with one bite? Not these. And chili cheese fries could be an entree on their own. And I would be a happy camper having ordered just that.
My party ordered the shroomage, the chick magnet, the lola burger, and the bacon cheese burger. Let me just say, the chicken in the chick magnet was juicy and flavorfull. But above all, my lola burger could bring a tear to your eye. It was beautiful. 2 gorgeous strips of bacon, a fried egg (with a nice runny center that gooooed out when you cut into it), and some pickled onions. OH.... my...... gosh... It will be my last meal request.
If you're in the mood for a good beer, try the Bourbon Barrel Ale. YUM! It wasn't heavy, and it had a nice finish. Almost a smooth caramel-y (I don't want to say after taste), but smooth to the end.
For dessert, the infamous milkshakes. Try it with or without alcohol. Either way, it's a win-win. The waiter mentioned that they grossed $1000 in milkshake sales in ONE DAY! THey are that good. But you're gonna wait for it. Took a while to get it brought to our table, with so many people having put orders in for one. We split one milkshake between 3 people.
They only thing I would "complain" about is the wait to get the check. But if you want fast food, go to Red Robin. This place deserves the good reviews it gets. I'm not about to complain on the wait, when everything else in the afternoon was ON POINT!Listed in: Where I'd bring my mom, Sophie's Choice, Feed your feelings
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Review from Corey B.
Strongsville, OH
1/5/2012
Anything from Michael Symon never dissapoint, B Spot included. I usually go with the Fat Doug or a Brueben, and they are always phenomenal. Great on tap beer selection, even including a few great ciders. I douse my onion rings and fries in the Coffee BBQ sauce. Yum.
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Review from Alan S.
Broadview Heights, OH
Updated - 5/4/2011
Couple of things, Yelpers.
Went back last week and enjoyed it even more than the first visit. This is a great concept executed exceptionally well. Period.
Next, someone else reviewed B Spot last week and gave it three stars. Did it earn just an A-OK rating because of the food? No, he thought it was "excellent." Must have been the service, right? Uh, no, he wrote "The service was excellent, fast and efficient..."
It seems he was star-stingy because of a stated B-spot policy saying (and I'm paraphrasing) "Hey, if you know Michael Symon, great, but don't expect special service, attention, etc." That's right! He didn't like it that they wouldn't kiss his butt because he was an "insider."
Now THAT made me laugh hysterically, but, wait! It gets even better. I kid you NOT, but on his profile his "Current Crush" is...wait for it..."Anyone who thinks I'm Amazing!" Notice the cap A.
Anyone sensing a deeper issue here? What's my point of bringing this up? This: If I were you I wouldn't spend 5 nanoseconds taking seriously anyone who writes reviews based on whether or not the restaurant "...makes me feel in the know and somewhat important for a brief moment in time..."
Look, I understand a restaurant has a responsibility to treat all of their customers (not just the ones "in the know") with respect and appreciation. But, seriously, if I'm going to judge a restaurant based on how important they make me feel, I think perhaps it's considerably more crucial that I take a serious look into a mirror versus at the food on my plate.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/11/2011
It's about time for sure. I'm fairly certain that Michael Symon opening a place in Strongsville is… Read more »
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Review from Adam H.
Its about time! Strongsville needs good restaurants so bad! It is a franchise black hole and places like B Spot really make this little city a foodie haven. So on to the review!
Let me start by saying that I have never been to the other B Spots. So everything I experienced last night was new to me. And it was awesome. We got a seat at the bar because of the hour wait! It looks like the Strognsvillians are just as excited as i that we now have a few good places to eat! As we waited we ordered some of their crazy drinks, for example a bacon infused Old Fashioned! YUM Booze and bacon what could be better?! We were tempted to get one of their Bad *ss shakes but had to turn it down ...this time.
For entrées we ordered a Brueban burger and the Chick Magnet. The burger was a little rare but hey, I am a carnivore and that was no problem. The burger it self was great but the coffee BBQ sauce made this a damn good burger. The chicken sandwich was great and had fresh avocados on it, it went well with their spicy mustard too. We ordered a side of their chips and fondue, and they were awesome!
The service was good and bartenders entertaining. The hour wait is more like 5 minutes if you just go straight to the bar. I will definitely be back here. They have a great beer selection too. And who doesn't like beer?!Listed in: The Strongsville Slim Pickings
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Review from Colleen P.
North Olmsted, OH
I think that whole No Whining thing is b.s. because I'm here to write my opinion, if you don't like it, don't read it.
Went here on a Wednesday evening for dinner, waited about 20-25 minutes...the seating is awkward, there is one long booth with chairs across so you are really sharing your meal with about 30 other people. Plus it's really cramped, like there's not a lot of room, people kept bumping into things.
Also, everyone there seemed really chilly, I was fine, but everyone around us was stating how cold they were.
When my friend's milkshake arrived, the didn't pour any in the glass, just served it in the one they made it in. Which is fine, but it equaled a big mess. We both got burgers, one cheese one bacon and cheese, nothing out of this world, I was really expecting better. The fries were tiny and I didn't really like them. And for the price, I'd almost rather go to Five Guys...
However, I did like the decor, it was trendy. And I liked the idea that the server can swipe your card on a mobile device, very neat. But they still have to go grab a receipt. Overall, for for 20 bucks, I think it's worth a try but I don't know if I'll go back anytime soon. -
Review from Steve C.
Cleveland, OH
5/2/2011
Went here on weds, 4:30 pm no wait at all cool! The design of the place is really cool. I love the beer can colleague on the wall very cool. Now here where the 2 stars come from, I have never been to a restaurant that I left still hungry after paying $12 for my meal. The burger is pretty good but a big mac at McDonald is bigger, and the pitiful amount of fries for $4 add on was a joke.
I really wanted to love this place but the more I think about it you are way better off going across the street to five guys, the burgers are just as good if not better and are what $5. I'm def not rushing back here anytime soon, and if I do I'm getting the onion rings which they give you a lot of at least, but are also sub par at best. Michael stick to fancy food! -
Review from Kristen W.
Strongsville, OH
9/4/2011
I've been here a handful of times since it's the new Strongsville hot spot!
Let me break it down for you nice and simple:
The Lola fries are good, the fondue chips are REALLY good, and the onion rings are awesome! In that order!
Breuben burger- burger topped with corned beef, Russian dressing, sauerkraut, and swiss cheese. This might sound like to much to combine on a burger....but it is awesome!
Another burger to not miss is the Red Hot burger if your into burgers with some kick! The pulled pork on the burger helps even out some of the spice!
Sure the burgers may not be huge meat bombs, but consider the quality of ingredients you're paying for!
The lime & cilantro wings are good if you're not feeling a burger or a brat! The portion is good too!
The one thing that probably gets over looked the most on the menu are the bratwurst! What a shame!!! The Clevelander was awesome! A huge bratwurst with coleslaw, hot sauce, and fries on it! IT was HUGE and only $5. AND if you can figure out how to eat this using your hands (and not giving in and using a fork and knife like I had to) without making a huge mess, I owe you a drink!
The wait staff is always attentive, friendly, and know their stuff! I recommend coming during off-peak times, it's a newer popular restaurant... it is going to be busy around diner time! The atmosphere here is hip and laid back! -
Review from Katie G.
Broadview Heights, OH
5/10/2011
Cool spot.
Great vibe.
Yummy food.
Kinda pricey for the portion size.
Great beer selection.
Lola fries are clutch.
We'll go back for sure. -
Review from Erin L.
Cleveland, OH
5/7/2011
We waited an hour for a table but it was a Saturday night at 8 pm. Our server, Brandon, was awesome, explained all the menu items, gave suggestions, and was super speedy!
Atmosphere is nice, food is good, price is right! We had chili cheese fries (a little salty but generous portion), the Thin Lizzy burger, the Lola burger, a plain vanilla shake, and a loaded (bourbon) vanilla bean apple pie bacon milkshake. We had leftovers to go home and almost needed to be rolled out the door.
We'd definitely head back again! -
Review from Amy H.
Medina, OH
5/10/2011
I am super happy B Spot now resides close to home! Not that I minded driving through a snow storm to patron the Cleveland location last December. Not one bit. These burgers are insaaanely good!
This time, hubby and I brought friends. The seven of us enjoyed a dinner of wings, fries, burgers, beer, shakes and brats. . seriously eyes bigger than stomachs!
The food and the service were spot on (get it?).
Katie was our server and she kept pace with us as we navigated our way through the menu and asked lots of questions. It was a beautiful spring evening, to which they saluted with their open front wall. I'm not sure if there was an actual door, but the bright open space was a nice welcome.
We will be back. Oh yes. -
Review from Linda W.
6/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
Okay...that "B" stands for beer, brats, burgers. The 'B' should stand for more than that. The other "B" should be for BOOZE! The B-Mary at B-Spot is B-yond B-lief! I've had the B-Mary at the original B-Spot, the new Strongsville location does that drink proud. Nice to see such consistency....you can B-lieve I'll be checking the ones at Crocker Park when that location opens up next month.
We started out with B-runch drinks and proceeded to the next "B", burgers. The kid and I both had the Red Hot Burger....one huge B-eautifully done B-urger piled with succulent pulled pork, pepperjack cheese, pickled tomatoes (YUM!), siracha mayo and jalapenos...B-ig taste that tickled all our fancies. I took my own gluten-free bun so I could enjoy it as it was meant to B....B-tween a B-un as God intended. Our server was happy to accomodate my request and brought everything to pile on my own B-un...good service!
The hubster ordered the Fat Doug...one of the classics by which the B-Spot has B-uilt its reputation. Now the hubby is a hard man to please - nothing much excites or impresses him when he's out. I guess I spoil him with the homecooking...and he happily enjoys the spoiling. His Fat Doug was yet another B-eautifully done medium rare B-urger B-rimming with its load of pastrami, coleslaw and Swiss cheese. He declared it one of the B-est B-urgers he can recall!
What was for dessert you say? Dessert consisted of a Stormy Weather, B-Spot's version of a Dark and Stormy. Absolutely the B-est version I've ever had. Sweet, spicy, limey with a stick of sugar cane as a stirrer...fun to chew upon while sipping away happily. I don't think I'd ever hit the B-Spot without finishing off with one of these again. B-Spot. B-there! -
Review from Dave I.
A great concept with great-tasting burgers with lots of extras.
It's expensive. But because I know Symon goes out of his way to use local, responsibly-raised beef, I won't complain. You know the prices going in, and you know the quality of the food is high. I remember him writing on Facebook once something like: "if you feel you have to order a burger well done to make sure it's safe to eat, why are you eating that meat in the first place." Good point.
I ordered the "Fat Doug," cooked medium. Ridiculous. Pastrami, coleslaw, swiss and mustard. Dipped it in the Lola Ketchup, with has a nice smoky, spicy taste. The burger didn't look that large when it came. I finished the first half fast, had a few onion rings and fries, then barely was able to finish the second half. It was such a good burger, folks. So juicy and flavorful. The toppings didn't take over the burger, they elevated it.
The onion rings, compared to most restaurants are far above average. However, they're not close to the best. You have to go to Bishop's Fine Food in Orrville, Ohio for those. Bishop's batter is unrivaled, and it sells bags of it in Buehlers groceries if you ever want to try it. I recommend making the trip to the corner of 57 and 30 sometime.
The worst part of this meal was the drive home to Cuyahoga Falls. I got home and passed out for an hour - my body's way of telling me it needed me to get out of the way so it could enjoy digesting one of the best greasy meals I've had in a while.
I'm not a huge fan of shoestring fries, but the seasoning on these made them pretty tasty. Another plus is the pickle bar, with some regional favorites (Tony Packo's sweet and spicies) and the six sauces on every table, including the tangy Shasha yellow sauce.
I'll be back in a few months and share a burger with my friend. -
Review from Ellen S.
7/17/2011
I feel the need to throw my 2 cents in about this place. The burgers are great. I got the "yo" burger and it was pretty good. Onion rings were pretty good too. Service, good, considering that it was jam packed. It took forever to get refills though. The waitress must have walked by 3 times before I got one.
I've been here twice and the place was completely slammed both times. But the food came out at a reasonable time. If you are meeting people there, make sure that you are all together at the venue because they wont seat you otherwise. You pay for the iron chef, not the burgers. There are weird rules on the wall too. Like "No substitutions" so I can take off the grilled onions, but I cant add raw onions? Whats up with that? And "No Whining?" I understand that customers can be a little overbearing, but, as a customer, I think I have the right to whine if I have a reason to whine. I shouldn't go into a restaurant and be afraid to complain.
