The recently relocated Crop Bistro isn't quite as close to the Scene offices as it used to be. But commanding the corner of Lorain Avenue and West 25th, the spot isn't nearly far enough removed to keep me away for long.
Case in point: a recent Thursday's late lunch. Even well past noon, the joint was hopping with an eclectic crowd that included young professionals and retired boomers alike. The size of the mini-mob surprised even co-owner Jackie Shultz, who marveled at the unusual “1 p.m. rush.”
Not that the rush seemed to have an impact on the quality of the food or service: As expected, both were first rate.