Wow. This place was absolutely amazing. The service was impeccable and the food was outstanding. You are definately going to spend a lot of money, but it was worth every penny!
Terry
We were from out of town and got Acqua di Dea as a recommendation. Great menu, great service and a lot of fun!
Ed
Excellent food and service. The lobster tail cocktail appetizer was terrific. Seafood linguine was one of the best I've ever had. Will definitely return.
Shri
I don't normally write reviews, but after dining at Acqua Di Dea, I felt genuinely compelled to share what was nothing short of a flawless experience. My meal was simple - just a glass of wine, an appetizer, and a main - but it told me everything I needed to know about the quality, care, and culinary talent at this restaurant. I started with the langoustines scampi, and from the very first bite, I knew I was in for something special. As someone who is incredibly passionate about seafood, I've often been disappointed by how frequently shellfish, particularly shrimp, is overcooked. Not here. These langoustines were a masterclass in restraint and technique - heated just enough to unlock their natural flavor and texture, allowing the freshness of the meat to shine through in every bite. It was, quite simply, perfect. At the recommendation of my server Giuseppe (who I'll speak more about in a moment) I ordered the Dover Sole. When he mentioned it was wild-caught, I was already sold. But nothing prepared me for what arrived. It was deboned tableside with great finesse and served with a rich, gravy-like sauce that somehow gave the dish the heartiness of a steak while retaining all the delicacy and elegance of fine seafood. It exceeded every expectation. Now to Giuseppe, who was an absolute standout. He was the epitome of professionalism while also being warm, engaging, and genuinely charismatic. His service elevated the entire experience - particularly how genuinely knowledgeable and passionate he is about seafood - and made me feel like a regular even though this was my first visit. While I've only been to Cleveland a handful of times, this meal firmly convinced me that there is a legitimate fine dining scene here. Acqua Di Dea is proof. If you're in town and love seafood, or just appreciate exquisite cooking, do yourself a favor and go. Support them. They deserve every bit of success, and I can promise you, you will not leave disappointed.
Moe & Ayah
Absolutely perfect. An amazing atmosphere that make you feel like your at a restaurant overseas
Nicole
The restaurant was extremely dark where we had to use flashlights from our phones to read the menu. The appetizers were very good but our entrees were not work the price. My overall experience was the restaurant is decent but definitely not worth the price.
Meg
Booked this restaurant based on the menu you provide open table. They changed the menu this week so the dishes I was interested in are no longer on the menu. The food was average. The service was not attentive. Served my drink in a broken glass and then came and took it back. The manager was more interested in two woman at the bar than the rest of the restaurant.
Nakia Wiley
The food was very delicious. Hands down seasoned to perfection. The service was terrible. I had reservations for my b-day. I had to wait hour for our table. Once seated we waited another hour for our drinks. Then we waited another hour for our food. Yes, the food was good, but I missed our other plans waiting on our food. They were over booked in my opinion. Our waiter was a nice, the slowness wasn't on her. I wouldn't come with a large party again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Steak, Seafood Platter, Misto Di Crudo, Salmon and Lobster Ravioli, Crab Cakes, Lobster Tail
C. Peter Cimoroni
Outstanding food …great quantity and excellent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Morris
Service was slow the night of the Billy Joel concert. I had to ask if we had a sever after being seated for ten minutes. Our food was slow to come out and our Tomahawk was barely cooked. Not even rare. Seafood and apps were on point. I didn’t get a good picture of my itemized receipt which is my fault but when I contacted the restaurant through their web form, nobody got back to me. When I called for a follow up, I was asked to call back after lunch. There is a real culture problem at this place and I will not bring business clients here any time in the near future. I hope this helps you get better.
Always a hit. The food, the service, the ambiance. Great job.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Steak, Seafood Platter, Misto Di Crudo
Kris Jaggers
Beautiful restaurant good service but I did not enjoy my food. I had the sole stuffed fish. There was nothing to it. It was tough and slightly salty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
Mark Guinto
Vegetarian options: Vegan option was a plate of lettuce and tomatoes for a salad. Main course was sauteed bell peppers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Austin Kurkowski
Had drinks & dessert here last week. Service was pathetic and it wasn’t busy at all. Took 20 minutes for somebody to come to my table and another 20 to get my drink. I eventually had to get up and find my server to pay my bill because people were fighting in the street next to me and nobody had checked in me in nearly half an hour. Will never return and don’t recommend anybody else bother, many better options within a few blocks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
DOUGLAS
The pizza at the bar before dinner was excellent and the wine selection very good. The beef Oso Buco however may have been the the worst piece of meat I have ever been served in a restaurant. So filled with fat and gristle as to be practically uneatable. I have always enjoyed veal Oso Buceo and realize that there will always fat involved but this way beyond, if it was not fat, it was almost uncutable gristel.
Wow. This place was absolutely amazing. The service was impeccable and the food was outstanding. You are definately going to spend a lot of money, but it was worth every penny!
We were from out of town and got Acqua di Dea as a recommendation. Great menu, great service and a lot of fun!
Excellent food and service. The lobster tail cocktail appetizer was terrific. Seafood linguine was one of the best I've ever had. Will definitely return.
I don't normally write reviews, but after dining at Acqua Di Dea, I felt genuinely compelled to share what was nothing short of a flawless experience. My meal was simple - just a glass of wine, an appetizer, and a main - but it told me everything I needed to know about the quality, care, and culinary talent at this restaurant. I started with the langoustines scampi, and from the very first bite, I knew I was in for something special. As someone who is incredibly passionate about seafood, I've often been disappointed by how frequently shellfish, particularly shrimp, is overcooked. Not here. These langoustines were a masterclass in restraint and technique - heated just enough to unlock their natural flavor and texture, allowing the freshness of the meat to shine through in every bite. It was, quite simply, perfect. At the recommendation of my server Giuseppe (who I'll speak more about in a moment) I ordered the Dover Sole. When he mentioned it was wild-caught, I was already sold. But nothing prepared me for what arrived. It was deboned tableside with great finesse and served with a rich, gravy-like sauce that somehow gave the dish the heartiness of a steak while retaining all the delicacy and elegance of fine seafood. It exceeded every expectation. Now to Giuseppe, who was an absolute standout. He was the epitome of professionalism while also being warm, engaging, and genuinely charismatic. His service elevated the entire experience - particularly how genuinely knowledgeable and passionate he is about seafood - and made me feel like a regular even though this was my first visit. While I've only been to Cleveland a handful of times, this meal firmly convinced me that there is a legitimate fine dining scene here. Acqua Di Dea is proof. If you're in town and love seafood, or just appreciate exquisite cooking, do yourself a favor and go. Support them. They deserve every bit of success, and I can promise you, you will not leave disappointed.
Absolutely perfect. An amazing atmosphere that make you feel like your at a restaurant overseas
The restaurant was extremely dark where we had to use flashlights from our phones to read the menu. The appetizers were very good but our entrees were not work the price. My overall experience was the restaurant is decent but definitely not worth the price.
Booked this restaurant based on the menu you provide open table. They changed the menu this week so the dishes I was interested in are no longer on the menu. The food was average. The service was not attentive. Served my drink in a broken glass and then came and took it back. The manager was more interested in two woman at the bar than the rest of the restaurant.
The food was very delicious. Hands down seasoned to perfection. The service was terrible. I had reservations for my b-day. I had to wait hour for our table. Once seated we waited another hour for our drinks. Then we waited another hour for our food. Yes, the food was good, but I missed our other plans waiting on our food. They were over booked in my opinion. Our waiter was a nice, the slowness wasn't on her. I wouldn't come with a large party again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Steak, Seafood Platter, Misto Di Crudo, Salmon and Lobster Ravioli, Crab Cakes, Lobster Tail
Outstanding food …great quantity and excellent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was slow the night of the Billy Joel concert. I had to ask if we had a sever after being seated for ten minutes. Our food was slow to come out and our Tomahawk was barely cooked. Not even rare. Seafood and apps were on point. I didn’t get a good picture of my itemized receipt which is my fault but when I contacted the restaurant through their web form, nobody got back to me. When I called for a follow up, I was asked to call back after lunch. There is a real culture problem at this place and I will not bring business clients here any time in the near future. I hope this helps you get better.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Seafood Platter
Restaurantji Recommends
Always a hit. The food, the service, the ambiance. Great job.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Steak, Seafood Platter, Misto Di Crudo
Beautiful restaurant good service but I did not enjoy my food. I had the sole stuffed fish. There was nothing to it. It was tough and slightly salty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
Vegetarian options: Vegan option was a plate of lettuce and tomatoes for a salad. Main course was sauteed bell peppers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Had drinks & dessert here last week. Service was pathetic and it wasn’t busy at all. Took 20 minutes for somebody to come to my table and another 20 to get my drink. I eventually had to get up and find my server to pay my bill because people were fighting in the street next to me and nobody had checked in me in nearly half an hour. Will never return and don’t recommend anybody else bother, many better options within a few blocks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
The pizza at the bar before dinner was excellent and the wine selection very good. The beef Oso Buco however may have been the the worst piece of meat I have ever been served in a restaurant. So filled with fat and gristle as to be practically uneatable. I have always enjoyed veal Oso Buceo and realize that there will always fat involved but this way beyond, if it was not fat, it was almost uncutable gristel.
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