Grilled Portobello Burger @ Cheesecake Factory

My love affair with portobello mushrooms began with love at first sight, or more aptly, love at first bite.

After a whole day of meeting, my colleague and I were famished and decided to drive to Westlake in Ohio in search for something to eat. We drove by giant trees along the side of the highway....

Tall trees along the highway, leading to Westlake, Ohio.



until we reach the Crocker Park Mall.

Crocker Park Mall, Westlake, Ohio





We wandered around for some time until we reach the tall, imposing columns of the Cheesecake Factory. 

Cheesecake Factory

The interiors are equally impressive.

Egyptian-inspired columns in the dining hall ---

But what really grabbed my attention was the array of cheesecakes to choose from!



Cheesecake choices at Cheesecake Factory

Just reading the menu is enough to make me salivate!

Shortly after settling on our seat, we were served with some complimentary bread with butter.





I decided to turn a blind eye on my calorie intake and went for an iced caramel macchiato. Good decision, by the way.

And all too soon, the main attraction arrived: grilled portobello burger with fry on the side!

I've been really curious to taste portobellos. It is often a substitute for burger for vegetarians like me. Not to mention the ongoing clinical research on its medicinal value: it is said to prevent breast cancer.

I was astounded with the size of the portobello mushroom. I often see it on the television, but didn't realize that, just like everything else in the US, the serving size is so huge!

When i tasted it, i just had to sigh with contentment. This is way better than burger! It's just so juicy and flavorful right through the core! The greens are so fresh and the fry is crunchy even after sitting on my plate for too long!



Grilled Portobello Burger

And just like that --- with one bite, I have pledged my loyalty to the portobello and made it my personal quest to find a good resto in Manila that serves one.

Location:

Cheesecake Factory - Westlake

Crocker Park Mall, Westlake, OH 44145

(440) 808-1818

Note: Winner of Cleveland Magazine's 2009 Silver Spoon Award for "Best Desserts!"