Molto Bene Italian Eatery

18401 Detroit Ave, Lakewood
(216) 273-7333

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Ravioli Di Aragosta In Salsa Di Aragosta
Tortino Al Cioccolato with Gelato
Rigatoni Alla Vodka Al Modo Mio
Sacchetti Panna & Prosciutto
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Penne Alla Carbonara
Pollo Alla Parmigiana
Linguine with Clams
Tortellini Bolognese
Eggplant Parmesan

Menu

Per Cominciare
Aperitivo Autunno
Ciabatta bread, whipped ricotta, truffle olive oil, honey, marinated olives, prosciutto, and asiago cheese.
Arancini
Rice balls filled with asiago cheese.
Cavolfiore al Forno
Baked cauliflower topped with herbs and EVOO.
Bruschetta
Toasted bread brushed with fresh garlic and topped with a mixture of fresh diced tomatoes, EVOO, and basil.
Crostini
Four slices of toasted bread with assorted toppings. One each of tomatoes & mozzarella, goat cheese and fig preserves, salmon & mascarpone, and eggplant.
Cozze in Sugo di Pomodoro
Mussels over house-made pomodoro sauce.
Manso Brasato al Vino Rosso
Beef braised in red wine and spices. Served with ciabatta bread.

Insalate
Caesar
Romaine lettuce, croutons, and shaved parmigiano cheese.
Caprese
Slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and EVOO.
Molto Bene
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and croutons. Served with EVOO and balsamic vinegar glaze.
Della Zia
Mixed greens, beets, glazed pecans, and goat cheese. Served with EVOO and balsamic vinegar glaze.

Piatto Unico
Picatta di Pollo
Chicken breast cooked with a light lemon cream sauce, capers, white wine, butter, and spices. Served over linguine pasta.
Pollo alla Parmigiana
Chicken coated with bread crumbs, sauteed, and topped with Pomodoro sauce and mozzarella. Served on a bed of penne pasta.
Risotto al Frutti di Mare
Arborio rice with mussels, calamari, clams, shrimp, and Pomodoro sauce.
Cioppino
Seafood stew of clams, shrimp, mussels, calamari, scallops, and white fish, simmered in an herbed tomato, and wine broth. Served with a toasted Italian bread.
Vittelo alla Parmigiana
Veal coated with bread crumbs and topped with pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Served over penne pasta.
Trota al Cartoccio
Fresh trout baked in parchment paper with shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels, and Pomodoro sauce. Served with a molto bene side salad.
Tagliata
Marinated steak tossed over an arugula salad and topped with shaved parmigiano cheese.

La Pasta
Lasagna
Tomato and ground beef sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmigiano cheese, and bechamel sauce.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
​gnocchi baked with Pomodoro sauce, basil, and fresh mozzarella.
Spaghetti al Frutto di Mare
Shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, white wine, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and Pomodoro sauce.
Penne alla Carbonara
Pancetta, parmigiano cheese, and egg yolk.
Linguine al Salmone e Pistacchi
Smoked fresh salmon with pistachios. Served over linguine pasta. Topped with Pomodoro sauce and a hint of cream.

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Recent Reviews

Seafood risotto was fantastic. Best mussels I've ever had, which made up for the clams which were so tiny they weren't even worth adding in. Caprese was an excellent starter and loved the espresso to finish our meal. Agree with other comments about the server/owner. He did make things a little awkward at times.
May 2026
A nice, tiny and cosey Italian restaurant
A reservation is a must
I had the salmon pistachio, it wasn't the best
Owner is pretty friendly
The table I was given(right by the bar/chemine)should be removed from the settings. Staff was constantly kicking my jacket and you feel grounded for sitting there.
February 2026
Food was good. Not a single smile from any of the staff which is fine if you worked at a gas station. Silverware wrapped in disposable tissue paper not for those prices. Not worth the trip if you’re 30 minutes+ away.
February 2026

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Molto Bene Italian Eatery

18401 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
(216) 273-7333