Sweet Mango
I have been to Sweet Mango several times, and never been disappointed. The food is consistently fresh, perfectly balanced with vegetables, meats, and sauce, and the spices have been flavorful without overdoing the heat. And so it proved Friday night.
Starter: Mango Rolls ($4.50 for 8), shared with the table. The peanut dipping sauce is the perfect compliment to the crisp, bright, simple wraps. They are bite-sized, so by the time entrees arrived, our palettes were prepped and appetites still present. Main dish: Beef Basil, which was 'spicy and hot' according to the menu. It was indeed, (KA-POW!) but it was a hot and spicy that respected the other flavors on the plate. The Thai basil used throughout the menu is a striking flavor, more so than it's Italian counterpart, and really brings a splash of clarity and herby freshness to the mixture.
The restaurant itself is a small place, situated in the Berea triangle (they also have a Strongsville location, similarly tucked into a strip of stores on Pearl Road) and has a cozy feel without being crammed. We were served promptly and without fuss. Decor was to be expected for a Thai restaurant- but with the clean, straightforward atmosphere of good quality fresh food, served honestly and without pretention.
Following Sweet Mango, we ventured down the street to VinoMatique, a wine experience/store on Front Street in Berea. A party was underway for regular members, but we were welcomed in and tutored in the selection and sampling process. The staff was knowledgeable, and the selection ran a wide spectrum, in white and red. We were allowed to sample at our leisure, explore the selection for sale in the store, and relax in the comfy, living-room-esque seating area.
A very satisfying dining and wining experience in the heart of Berea. APPROVE.
Starter: Mango Rolls ($4.50 for 8), shared with the table. The peanut dipping sauce is the perfect compliment to the crisp, bright, simple wraps. They are bite-sized, so by the time entrees arrived, our palettes were prepped and appetites still present. Main dish: Beef Basil, which was 'spicy and hot' according to the menu. It was indeed, (KA-POW!) but it was a hot and spicy that respected the other flavors on the plate. The Thai basil used throughout the menu is a striking flavor, more so than it's Italian counterpart, and really brings a splash of clarity and herby freshness to the mixture.
The restaurant itself is a small place, situated in the Berea triangle (they also have a Strongsville location, similarly tucked into a strip of stores on Pearl Road) and has a cozy feel without being crammed. We were served promptly and without fuss. Decor was to be expected for a Thai restaurant- but with the clean, straightforward atmosphere of good quality fresh food, served honestly and without pretention.
Following Sweet Mango, we ventured down the street to VinoMatique, a wine experience/store on Front Street in Berea. A party was underway for regular members, but we were welcomed in and tutored in the selection and sampling process. The staff was knowledgeable, and the selection ran a wide spectrum, in white and red. We were allowed to sample at our leisure, explore the selection for sale in the store, and relax in the comfy, living-room-esque seating area.
A very satisfying dining and wining experience in the heart of Berea. APPROVE.
I would also like to add that the Masaman Curry with Jasmine rice was amazing. It was the perfect balance of flavor and spice. (especially for me, the whimpy one) Probably one of my favorite dishes so far!
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Joe and I had the Thai Basil Chicken (KA-POW!) and I found it delightfully spicy. "Made me strong, like bull." I don't know if Joe felt the same way. AND YES, they DO have wine and beer (limited list). Don't start to freak out if they don't hand you a list from the get-go.
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