The gentleman who answered the phone was upset that I asked to change an item on the menu. I tried to order a piece of chicken with the angel hair pasta and he was terribly upset so I cancel a $50 order. I guess they can afford to send customers away
Service: 1
Mr John
The food is great in this quaint restaurant. Unfortunately the experience is often interrupted by the owner (son of the original owner). I had to stop bringing my family there due to the owners imposing tendency to insert himself and his views into our family conversation. May the owners father rest in peace as he was not at all like this and a most wonderful person.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Gary
The food was absolutely fantastic, and our server was kind and attentive — but unfortunately, the experience was completely ruined by the owner. After coming to our table, he began asking about our sexual orientation and then launched into an unsolicited lecture about God, religion, and how our “lifestyle” was wrong. It was invasive, disrespectful, and incredibly uncomfortable when all we wanted to do was enjoy a meal.
After reading other reviews, it’s clear this isn’t an isolated incident — others have mentioned being patronized about religion and politics here. It’s such a shame because the kitchen and staff do a great job, but the owner’s behavior is completely inappropriate and unacceptable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CJ Frey
I’ve been here many times- my favorite Italian Restaurant in Cleveland. Excellent food at a reasonable price. Great place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christine Friscone
Best Italian food around—service is excellent and the place is homey. Deserts are to die for—much better then Little Italy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ray Damage
Food was great, service was top notch. I went with chicken Parm with a side of meatballs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Bucey
The food was awesome. The waitress was friendly and attentive. However everything you read here about the owner’s disturbing behavior—baiting patrons into unwanted political conversations—is accurate. It’s absolutely the most bizarre and unpleasant experience I have ever had in a restaurant anywhere.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dave Mateosky
Go to place for Italian food. Could make meal out of their bread.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eileen Folliett
It was a fun evening with friends and great food, owner gave us his service, they even had rack of lamb. How wonderful ! Deserts were devious. 7/3
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad Nelson
Homophobia and overt right wing politics makes for a pretty unpleasant dining experience. While the food and wait staff was amazing, the overall experience significantly suffered. Owner has little to no social awareness, trapping patrons with his blatant hatred. The desperation for connection was palpable and truly disturbing. Wish I had checked the reviews before going, these behaviors are well documented here. Needless to say, lock this man-child up during business hours and this place would be so much better! Bonus points if you throw away the key 😉
Owner bothers people with his right wing rhetoric. Two times here and I can see he loves to bother tables just trying to enjoy their meal and bait them into weird political conversations. Just let me pay you for food, tip your server 20%+, and leave in peace.
Absolute props to the kitchen staff, food is always amazing.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
William Cardina
Aldo’s is small and with no hype It is a great family owned restaurant that is always a wonderful experience.GREAT FOOD and service no pressure. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED🇮🇹
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melissa Hamed
I had an amazing meal there and the staff was so friendly and helpful. It was a little dark but that seemed perfect for an Italian restaurant. But I enjoyed myself there very much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracey Denton
Visiting from out of town and found on Google. Food was excellent!! Highly recommend!!
The gentleman who answered the phone was upset that I asked to change an item on the menu. I tried to order a piece of chicken with the angel hair pasta and he was terribly upset so I cancel a $50 order. I guess they can afford to send customers away
Service: 1
The food is great in this quaint restaurant. Unfortunately the experience is often interrupted by the owner (son of the original owner). I had to stop bringing my family there due to the owners imposing tendency to insert himself and his views into our family conversation. May the owners father rest in peace as he was not at all like this and a most wonderful person.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
The food was absolutely fantastic, and our server was kind and attentive — but unfortunately, the experience was completely ruined by the owner. After coming to our table, he began asking about our sexual orientation and then launched into an unsolicited lecture about God, religion, and how our “lifestyle” was wrong. It was invasive, disrespectful, and incredibly uncomfortable when all we wanted to do was enjoy a meal.
After reading other reviews, it’s clear this isn’t an isolated incident — others have mentioned being patronized about religion and politics here. It’s such a shame because the kitchen and staff do a great job, but the owner’s behavior is completely inappropriate and unacceptable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been here many times- my favorite Italian Restaurant in Cleveland. Excellent food at a reasonable price. Great place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian food around—service is excellent and the place is homey. Deserts are to die for—much better then Little Italy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was great, service was top notch. I went with chicken Parm with a side of meatballs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was awesome. The waitress was friendly and attentive. However everything you read here about the owner’s disturbing behavior—baiting patrons into unwanted political conversations—is accurate. It’s absolutely the most bizarre and unpleasant experience I have ever had in a restaurant anywhere.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Go to place for Italian food. Could make meal out of their bread.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was a fun evening with friends and great food, owner gave us his service, they even had rack of lamb. How wonderful ! Deserts were devious. 7/3
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Homophobia and overt right wing politics makes for a pretty unpleasant dining experience. While the food and wait staff was amazing, the overall experience significantly suffered. Owner has little to no social awareness, trapping patrons with his blatant hatred. The desperation for connection was palpable and truly disturbing. Wish I had checked the reviews before going, these behaviors are well documented here. Needless to say, lock this man-child up during business hours and this place would be so much better! Bonus points if you throw away the key 😉
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Owner bothers people with his right wing rhetoric. Two times here and I can see he loves to bother tables just trying to enjoy their meal and bait them into weird political conversations. Just let me pay you for food, tip your server 20%+, and leave in peace.
Absolute props to the kitchen staff, food is always amazing.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
Aldo’s is small and with no hype
It is a great family owned restaurant that is always a wonderful experience.GREAT FOOD and service no pressure.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED🇮🇹
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had an amazing meal there and the staff was so friendly and helpful. It was a little dark but that seemed perfect for an Italian restaurant. But I enjoyed myself there very much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visiting from out of town and found on Google. Food was excellent!! Highly recommend!!
I wish I hadn't gone there.
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