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A photo of Il Venetian restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(916)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 22 times today
Venetian Born Chef Alberto Leandri prepares flavors from home for Clevelanders at this upscale, modern Italian restaurant. The menu will feature handmade pastas, fresh fish and seafood, fine meats, and artisan pastries and gelato.
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4.6
Exceptional(1345)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • The Flats
Booked 39 times today
The regional and contemporary menu at Lago is a culmination of northern Piedmontese dishes to Sicilian seafood dishes inspired by 30 years of Italian cooking and upbringing. We have also added in some popular American-Italian dishes for those guests looking for a more modern Italian dining experience. The beverage options at Lago are equally as much thought out in standard and craft as the food menu. Lago offers a unique predominantly Italian wine list, where a large number of bottles can also be ordered by the glass, and half bottle. A 10 selection draft list, well thought out craft bottled beer, Italian inspired handcrafted cocktail & martini list sets Lago apart from all the rest! Lago’s philosophy is simple… The freshest ingredients, made from scratch menu items, using simple recipes to bring authentic Italian flavors to the table. All inside a warm and inviting atmosphere where good food and good friends coexist in blissful harmony. Annually a "Best Of" Winner, Come and join us!
A photo of Johnny's Bar restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(832)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Cleveland West
Booked 1 time today
Johnny's Bar, nestled in Cleveland, has been serving up authentic Italian cuisine since the 1920s. It's the kind of place where the food is consistently delicious, the service is friendly and accommodating, and the atmosphere is inviting. Reviews often praise the 'outstanding' food, 'consistently exceptional' service, and 'intimate' ambiance. As one reviewer put it, 'The food is consistently delicious. The staff are friendly and accommodating. One of Cleveland’s best.'
A photo of Valerio's Ristorante restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(920)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 12 times today
Delicious Italian cuisine, prepared fresh daily. Outstanding service and food, all at a reasonable price. Come and see what everyone is talking about!
A photo of Casa la Luna restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3678)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • The Flats
Booked 79 times today
Formerly Luca Italian Cuisine, Casa La Luna serves award-winning modern Italian food in a great city, with a great wine list and romantic European atmosphere. Located overlooking the Cuyahoga River, Casa La Luna has one of the most spectacular views of Cleveland.We are excited to announce some significant changes within our restaurant family.Luca Italian Cuisine at 2100 Superior Viaduct will transition to Casa La Luna.Those changes reflect our commitment to offering fresh and elevated dining. All three restaurants will continue operations and ownership by Lola Jacaj (Formerly Sema)For Special Events Contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com
A photo of Antica Italian of Beachwood restaurant
4.5
Awesome(176)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Beachwood
Booked 32 times today
We offer our visitors simple Italian classics balanced with a touch of contemporary flair. Featuring a range of authentic antipasti and modern main courses from the diverse regions of Italy, all of our products are directly imported or locally sourced to bring you the best and freshest ingredients.Please enjoy exceptional dining in a lively and comfortable environment with your favorite music and an extensive bar that opens directly to our summer patio dining.
A photo of Oliva Steakhouse restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(156)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 35 times today
Italian Style Steakhouse brought to you by the Lola Sema. For large parties or special events contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com
A photo of La Dolce Vita - Cleveland restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1814)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 45 times today
Welcome to La Dolce Vita Bistro - “The Sweet Life,” a restaurant and bistro created to recapture the bell-époque charm of “The Italian Drug,” opened here by Dr. Anthony Caruso in 1914. In the tradition of the great European bistros, La Dolce Vita is devoted to providing a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for everything from eight course dinners to coffee and Calvino. We strive to prepare the perfect meal, or the perfect cappuccino, and let you enjoy it at your leisure. Our pasta is cooked fresh to order, our sauces and dressing are painstakingly prepared using only the finest ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, the freshest vegetables, imported whole tomatoes, fresh basil and Italian parsley... and your table is reserved for the evening.
A photo of Masa & Agave restaurant
4.2
Awesome(22)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to Masa & Agave Cleveland!Worshipped as the Aztec gods of fertility and long life, venerated for their powers of sustenance, corn masa and agave have been central to Mexican culture and cuisine since ancient times.Using authentic techniques, we prepare corn masa-based starters and Mexico City-style tacos that are bursting with regional flavors, along with dinner classics like Pork Carnitas and Negro Monelo-Braised Beef Short Ribs.Our collection of 100 agave spirits pays homage to the jimadores and mezcaleros who have labored over their craft for generations. Sip on a copita or two, or gather friends for one of our signature Margaritas - try the Tradicionale, Tamarindo or a Margarita al Gusto mixed with your choice of spirit. Salud!
A photo of Barroco Larchmere restaurant
4.2
Awesome(13)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Cleveland Heights
Booked 3 times today
We are now Barroco on Larchmere!Traditional Latin American cuisine and cocktails in an eclectic and vibrant setting with outstanding customer service, fresh authentic recipes, the best Mojito in the world, mouthwatering steaks, hand-made Arepas and more!

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  • Sarah
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Absolutely perfect. Everything we had was amazing, gorgeous, timely and a decent price as well. Celebrated my birthday and they gave us the cutest dessert! Also ordered the tiramisu and was so cute and yum. Has the best wine selection. Perfect secluded table. Even had live flute and clarinet player! 12/10 I would recommend every time to visit here. Thank you!!!
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    Il VenetianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Cleveland
    4.8
  • MatthewVIP
    Hawaii •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent Italian fare. Awesome best gnocchi I have ever had and fluffy fresh made Foccacia. We will return.
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    Antica Italian of BeachwoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• Beachwood
    4.5
  • Laney
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    It was my first time back in years and it was everything wonderful that I remembered! Professional and lovely server (red hair and glasses, forgive me I’m usually great with names but she was wonderful!)A huge thank you to The Maitre D who was kind enough to put us at quiet table in the back! We so enjoyed our night and will be back soon! Thank you again!
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    Johnny's BarPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Cleveland West
    4.9
  • Omar
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Overall great experience, menu variety and quality was top tier . Presentation of food was outstanding but taste was a killer bland had to use salt and pepper..we were there along side I big party so our wait time on food was longer then expected but management was very nice about the matter and acknowledged this on there own and accommodated us with free dessert.. other then that service was great and the ambiance was 10/10
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    Lago East BankPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Flats
    4.6
  • Jennifer
    Las Vegas •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 18, 2024
    We were in Cleveland to see the symphony and made last minute reservations at Valerio's in Little Italy which is super close to Severance Hall. We were seated promptly and Michael, our server, was a delight. He took excellent care of us, rattled off the specials, and made great recommendations. We ordered the swordfish and the lamb shank and both were amazing. The swordfish was perfectly grilled and delicious. The lamb shank was very tender, falling off the bone, with gravy that was to die for. Both were reasonably priced and less than what we expected to pay. We will definitely go back.
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    Valerio's RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
    4.9

Discover best authentic restaurants in Independence

Discover the allure of authentic dining in the Cleveland/Akron/Canton area of Independence, Cleveland. From cozy, traditional eateries to upscale establishments, this region boasts an array of restaurants that truly embody the essence of authentic cuisine. The dining scene here offers a unique blend of culinary experiences, where each restaurant prides itself on delivering not only exceptional food but also a memorable ambiance and superior service. Patrons can expect to find menus rich in local flavors and dishes prepared with classic techniques that highlight the authenticity sought by gastronomes. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the culinary delights of Independence, Cleveland will surely satisfy your quest for genuine and original dining experiences. This area’s commitment to maintaining high culinary standards makes it a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in authentic dining.

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