Saturday, February 27, 2010

DANTE in Tremont . . . You Gotta Check it Out





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What a great gig!   Last week I had the most fun job . . . photographing the interior of the new Dante Restaurant.  Dare I say elegant and chic and modern and hip . . . you betcha!    Dante, located at 2247 Professor Ave. has set up digs in the former Third Federal Savings & Loan bank building in Cleveland's trendy Tremont neighborhood.    Chef Dante Boccuzzi has transformed the bank (complete with vault) into a rich, inviting space where diners will want to linger over good food and fabulous wine.

Ok, I am not a food critic so I won't go into detail about the fabulous food and wine, rather, I will take you on a tour of this beautifully appointed restaurant, and once you see the photos you will want to check it out for yourself.  Ultra-high ceilings and large windows that provide beautiful natural light give the space a hightened sense of grandeur.  Did I mention the tin ceiling and custom chandelier?  Below is a shot of the bar area looking toward Professor Avenue.  The attention to detail is amazing . . . everything sparkles!


Below is the view you are greeted to upon entering the restaurant.  The color scheme is warm and rich and . . . once again let me say . . . inviting.





Main dining area





You may want to reserve the table in the vault . . . 

Or select a table with a view of Professor Avenue



The well-appointed wine cellar



For something special  . . . the "Chef's Table" offers an incredible dining experience.


Chef Dante Boccuzzi

I hope you have had as much fun touring the restaurant as I had photographing it.  Check out their website at http://www.restaurantdante.us/ .  Thanks for taking the time to view my photo blog : )

Until next time . . .   Jeannette Palsa (J. Palsa Photography) http://www.jpalsaphotography.com/