“First time dining at II Venetian. The food was amazing at this restaurant, and the service was top of the line. The server we had was very knowledgeable about the menu, and he was extremely attentive. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“
“Outstanding Easter meal at Palazzo. Amazing food and most items are unique to their menu. My husband had the Shrimp Tartufo - Gulf Shrimp, Truffle Cream, Fig Balsamic served in a huge bowl with several nice sized shrimp and I had the Caesar salad. For dinner he had the Capesante Annerite - Lightly Blackened Sea Scallops, Porcini Mushroom Truffle Risotto and I had the Anatra Arrosto - Half Duck, Signature Homemade Orange Sauce, Asparagus and mashed potatoes. Amazing food and service, looking forward to going back there soon.“
“I'm running out of wonderful things to say about Valerio's. It is our favorite Italian restaurant for good reason...the food is delicious, the staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient (especially Salvatore), and the service is excellent. It's the kind of place where you feel as if you are family!“
“The seafood risotto was delightful. Finally, a quiet restaurant where I didn't have to shout or constantly ask for my company to repeat what they said ( I am ~45 and have not lost my hearing yet). My companion ordered the pork dish and was happy with the fact that the gorgonzola was not overpowering. Good replacement for Luca ( used to be my favorite) as I have not been happy with them lately. Will go back. Hopefully, it is just as good next time.“
“What a complete joy to dine at Johnny's. The welcome from first entering into the place (to Bo & Joe & all the others making us feel like they were happily waiting for us to come),, to Nate's great serving and attitude to please —to the actual awesome puttanesca with shrimp and perfectly prepared salmon....why go anywhere else on a Friday in Lent! So grateful for the night!“
“The real deal. The only thing I regret is eating it in my car. The sandwich was full of flavor and heat ( I got the trifecta) and the onion rings were hot and crispy. The au jus was delicious and the garlic aioli was delectable. Will be coming back, but I’ll eat it at the bar top.“
“Difficult wheelchair accessibility; coming with a friend or calling the restaurant will be necessary.Excellent little mom & pop, family oriented Italian neighborhood meals. Prices that are extremely reasonable for the high quality of food, generous portions, a focused menu that still has a good selection, and good drinks selection. The veal is prepared very well!Wheelchair accessibility: A single step is required to get in the entrance. A ramp will be provided if a wheelchair is present, but the ramp is extremely short and nowhere close to ADA standards; a manual chair can make it work with assistance, but I recommend not coming in a power chair at all.“
“Amazing, amazing gem of a restaurant! The food was delicious- we loved the calamari and pizza. The owner is very kind and generous- he made us feel very welcomed. The customer service is all about quality - and not quantity. Our waitress was also sweet and sincere. We felt very welcomed and will definitely be back again!“
“Came in on a whim but dang dude this was the best Italian sub I've had in Cleveland. I got the classic sub with everything on it. The meat is high quality, the bread is super fresh and tastes homemade, the pickled veggies I added to it were delicious. The chicken Parm was just as bangin and the pepperoni roll was the perfect size and it comes with marinara dipping sauce.“
“Hosted a bridal shower for ~20 people. Brian & the team were amazing and so accommodating - brought everyone drinks as they needed refilled, let us bring in flowers / our own desserts. The food was a huge hit with all of the guests. Everything was perfect!!!“
“So let me just tell you this was above and beyond. I have been to several ‘tasting menu' restaurants in life and this may have surpassed my all time favorite in Denver! Our waitress was Kiera and she was an absolute blast. She was friendly and knowledgeable and made our dinner an experience. I was recently diagnosed with Celiac and my friend is a vegan ... not an eye was batted. Both of us enjoyed our own tasting menu catered to our needs! I cannot say enough good things about this because I have been to many places that force you to get the same menu! It was my very first time eating out after the diagnosis and let me tell you ... I am not worried about bit because all the food I was served was delicious ?“
“Some of the best Italian food in the city. It's small and cozy but when you sit down, you're sitting at their dinner table on a Sunday afternoon.It's an experience you have to have. Outstanding food, incredible service and reasonable prices.It's a must!“
“Carrabba’s hit all the 5 stars for me. Our server was Jason and he was amazing and fast and was a down to earth guy. We talked football and overall had a great time. I’ll definitely come back not only because of the food but our service was amazing with help from Jason.“
“A very busy Italian place, recommend calling ahead for reservations. The food is pretty good, the octopus and calamari special I got was just okay, but the mushroom ravioli my wife got was better than mine but wasn't like fantastic and making us want more. Service was very good though and quick.“
“Trattoria has become a Little Italy favorite of mine. I have nothing negative to say. Positives are many. I do very much appreciate that they are open for lunch. This sets Trattoria apart from many restaurants in the area. I also appreciate that they have a parking lot. It is no surprise to anyone familiar with Little Italy that parking can be problematic in the neighborhood. The service is beyond reproach. I am a huge fan of the Con Carne Pizza, the Eggplant Parmesan, the Carrot Cake and the Tiramisu“
“Did not have a great experience for the happy hour bar. Both drinks we had were subpar at best. Horrible, actually.Food and service at the table were outstanding. All food came out fresh and hot . The bar fills up very quickly, and there are certainly better places to have a drink close by.“
“Went there for my daughter's birthday. Enjoyed a great evening. Her food came out a bit late and though we were enjoying our time, they went out of their way to make it better - they bought a round of drinks, took her dinner off the tab and gave her a "Borgata" snow cap. In addition they had the whole place sing "Happy Birthday". Couldn't have had a better time or a better group of people running the place. Can't wait to go back.“
“The food was absolutely delicious and everyone enjoyed their meals. The appetizer special of pork belly was a beautiful presentation and great flavor along with the meatballs and burrata cheese with tomatoes. Our server, Leah was very attentive and responsive. She made our meal relaxed and enjoyable.Dietary restrictions: Offers gluten free.“
“A nice slice of Little Italy. The food was fantastic and what I was hoping for in my first visit. Tight dining area? Very little parking? Yes, but it added to the experience and I wouldn't complain since the food and atmosphere was deliciously fantastic.“
“I love giving pizza reviews!! I just happened to find this place, let me tell im sooo glad I did!! I ordered a 16" Big Bill and you can taste everything perfectly! Its priced right, great service, its clean n smells good!! In case you missed it ITS GREAT “
“A true Mom and Pop pizza shop. You walk in and it instantly gives off that vibe, that you know the food is about to be hitting differently. Just pick up an order and see for yourself. I'm happy to have discovered this place while walking, I never would've known about it otherwise, as it's basically hidden on Pearl Rd. You won't be disappointed, try a pie from this local gem.“
“Our appetizers were frog legs- lightly fried( yummy) and mussels. We ordered a bottle of wine and enjoyed sipping and watching the books and servers do their thing. We split veal scallopini which came with a little ziti pasta in red sauce and Parmesan cheese. We had cannolis for dessert which were delicious. The waiter was incredible, actually one of the best I've had in awhile. The food was reasonably priced and we just really enjoyed the whole evening. Would go there again tonight if I could!“
“Our favorite Italian restaurant in Cleveland. Really enjoy their calzones and lasagna. Quality of the food here is consistent and good!! Servers are always nice. Pleasant atmosphere and a great city vibe. Eating outside in the enclosed garden is a special treat!Parking: During busy times parking lot can get pretty full, but we always find a space no matter.“
Italian • $$$
“Wonderful high-end Italian dining experience with an adventurous menu and excellent white tablecloth service. You need a reservation to sit at a table but the bar is almost always empty and you can have an excellent meal there with the capable and entertaining bartenders.“
“Its a piece of Little Italy deli down in the Valley, staff is awesome... Chicken parmesan on a fresh hoagie style bun is on point... Sausage and peppers with mozzarella on hoagie bun is a favorite along with the fresh made white pizza sold by the slice or the antipasto salad is just delicious. All servings are plentiful. Coca-Cola products.“
“This pizza was great if you love thin crispy crust fresh toppings in excess you're going to love this placeVegetarian options: Pizza pasta salads sandwichesParking: Large lot in front of the door gatedWheelchair accessibility: Door and seating“
“Our server, Eugene, was excellent. He was formal as well and friendly. He was attentive and prompt. He helped make our excellent meals more enjoyable. The noise level was pretty high, but the room was crowded and the tables were close together. It is expensive, but for special occasions, just right.“
“I haven't left a review yet and just have to. This is the second time I have ordered lobster here and OMG best lobster ever. My partner always gets veal Parmesan that is also outstanding. I've had lobster in Maine and hands down Angelo's is the BEST. Definitely one of my favorite places to eat. Atmosphere, waitress/waiters are amazing.“
Pizza • $$
“Look, I'd give this place 5 stars but I dont like to overhype a spot. I will say this though: Geraci's has been in University Heights since 1956, and it's no question why. Geraci's offers a full menu of Italian based cuisine but for me, it's largely about the pizza. The occasional eggplant parm add-on, or the frequent house salad are ordered, but the pizza is our go-to. Personally, we go for the deluxe, and the Red Sicilian (no cheese except grated Romano). On the red, its a perfect bread and red sauce bite. On the deluxe, all veggies are fresh (particularly the mushrooms, uncanned), and the meats are unique. Nowhere in Cleveland have I tasted a sausage like on a Geraci's pizza. I have wondered if it is made in house, but note it does have fennel seed (which I love, and almost require) and is crumbled finely. The pepperoni is likewise unique. I have no idea where they source it, but it is nicely spicey, and hand-sliced. It's a hallmark thing for a Geraci's pie. Hand-sliced, slightly irregular pieces of pepperoni, which at times feel like "the steak of Italian charcuterie" (my own words). Bottom line: try a pepperoni and/or a pie of your choice, pair it with an Italian red wine like a Montepulciano or a glass-bottle Coke, and go from there.“
“The best pizza in this area!! We tried many pizzas in different restaurants but my boyfriend and I agreed that Abo's pizza was the best. Their crust/dough was so good and had an excellent flavor. It was relatively thin but could hold the toppings. We had one of their specialty pizzas, Mediterranean, together with a Caesar salad. Large pizza was more than enough to share for two people. Service was good, prices were reasonable but we thought $10 for a piece of cheese cake was a bit steep. Anyways, we will go back there for sure.Update:We went back & ordered Calamari, Margarita Pizza (BEST) , Linguine with Calamari, & Gnocchi. Ordering a bottle of wine for three of us worked perfectly ?“
“The server was very nice and perfectly attentive. The pizza was absolutely superb, from the amazing crust to the delicious toppings. Not only that, but the giant slices are rather reasonably priced for how large they are. Our food came out surprisingly quickly. The atmosphere inside was very nice, cool decor and comfortable seats. I typically do not like a wooden both seat, but the ones here were actually surprisingly comfortable.“
“Great restaurant family owned and great atmosphere and service. Great place to spend your lunch time.Parking: Great wheelchair accessible and close to restaurant.Kid-friendliness: Great kids food on menu.Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap accessible and great parking“
“My wife and I have looked forward to enjoying a meal at this location. We had read wonderful reviews and being fans of Italian cuisine, we were excited to have a meal here. We were not disappointed with our selections and thoroughly enjoyed the authentic atmosphere. I was transported back to my grandmother's house and the smells coming from her kitchen. We definitely look forward to coming again.“
“One of the better Pizza places in Cleveland. Great parking with Handicap access. They also have Fish selections for lent. I am definitely going back for anyone pie soon!Vegetarian options: There were vegetarian selections. Especially with the pizzas.Parking: Lots of parking in the back, and wheelchair win the front.Kid-friendliness: I saw several families with children. I didn’tPay attention as to a child’s selection on the menu, but what kid doesn’t love pizza?Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel chair access available.“
“We held a surprise 65th wedding anniversary celebration for a total of 10 guests.Tanya, our server, was a superstar!! She deserves 100 stars.The food was served in generous portions, at the same time, and everyone loved it!Highly recommended.“
“Great, friendly service. Excellent pizza. I had a relatively large takeout order - six pies and some wings - on a Saturday night. It was ready at the time I requested and the pizza was delicious. I was nervous because it didn’t have straight 5-star reviews, but it was the closest pizza spot to my apartment so I gave it a try. Exceeded expectations on all fronts.“
“Vero has expanded- same great pizza in a stylish setting. Service is great, and they’re good with kids- high chairs are available. Cleveland has a fantastic pizza scene and Vero is at the top.Vegetarian options: They have pizza that appeals to vegans and vegetarians.Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs and the team was kid-friendly.“
“Amazing food. Old school vibes. Entered through the back. Fresh good bread and tomato’s!It’s a 5 star but giving a 4 only cause it’s cash only and had to walk to get cash at the gas station couple blocks away. Tell me before I order or a sign is all that’s needed. I would put a 4.5 on here if possible. The place just needs to allow customers to use more payment methods than just cash , it’s 2023 , no one carries cash like they did even like 5 years ago.“
“We showed up yesterday late morning with 14 hockey players and their families - they were incredibly fast with both taking our orders and bringing the food out. The food was amazing and the service was excellent!! We already know where we are going next time we are in the area!“
“Stopped in last night for dinner . Service was just as amazing as the food. Great vibe in the place ! The food tasted very fresh . Josh stopped by to check on us and make sure everything was perfect. He was great! Great experience all around. Definitely be back !“
“OMG I hadn't been there in years & it's still as wonderful as always. When I opened the door and smelled the awesome food a million wonderful memories came flooding back! Their bread is amazing! My Husband had the Italian wedding soup which is a very hearty soup! You definitely have to try it! The salads were fresh with excellent dressings. My husband had the house dressing and he was very impressed. I had the blue cheese and it was as tasty as I remembered! Then I got my favorite, spaghetti with mushrooms! It was even better than I remembered! My husband had veal piccata with the side of spaghetti that was the size of a main meal at other restaurants! We ended up bringing lots of food home!Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options!Kid-friendliness: When my family would dine here the kids loved it! And they were very accommodating!!Wheelchair accessibility: Totally accessible for wheelchairs.“
“We came from St Louis, Mo to visit family and we had dinner at the bistro. Gino and his staff are fantastic! The food is exquisite! I had the Chilean Sea Bass and it melted in my mouth! We also had the meatballs, lemon chicken, lasagne, veal, and of course the ice cream!! If I was allowed to give 10 stars I would! Thank you Gino!!“