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A photo of Corleone's Ristorante & Bar restaurant
1. Corleone's Ristorante & Bar
4.5
Awesome(1148)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cleveland West
Booked 7 times today
Corleone's Ristorante & Bar is an authentic Italian restaurant known for its top-notch service and variety of menu items. Customers rave about its excellent food, friendly service, and comfortable atmosphere. As one reviewer puts it, 'Just simply the best Italian food! A great place to eat for anything!' It's been a staple in the area for over twenty-eight years, consistently providing a five-star dining experience in a sophisticated yet casual setting.
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2. Lago East Bank
4.6
Exceptional(1365)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • The Flats
Booked 13 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!
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3. Valerio's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(938)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 13 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!
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4. Antica Italian of Beachwood
4.6
Exceptional(199)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Beachwood
Booked 18 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.
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5. LULO Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(255)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Latin • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 4 times today
A fresh take on Latin America Fusion Cuisine.
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6. Casa la Luna
4.7
Exceptional(3725)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • The Flats
Booked 30 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
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7. Johnny's Bar
4.9
Exceptional(845)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Cleveland West
Booked 7 times 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.'
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8. Oliva Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(184)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 16 times today
Italian Style Steakhouse brought to you by the Lola Sema. For large parties or special events contact: a.george@jolaeatglobal.com
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9. Friar's Table
4.7
Exceptional(132)
Price: Expensive
• European • Downtown Cleveland
Booked 40 times today
The Friars' Table is steeped in the Franciscan tradition of care and community.Located in Cleveland's Playhouse Square James Beard Finalist Brandon Chrostowski brings a cuisine focusing on Monastic ingredients and techniques in a chic, curated setting. The Friars' Table features dishes including hearty soups and stews, seasonal salads, Salmon St. Celestine and braised lamb shoulder along with wine and cocktails highlighting simplicity and tradition.The Friars' Table was uniquely founded by Brother Phillip Bernier of The Capuchin Ministries of Cleveland in partnership with Brandon Chrostowski of EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute. The mission focus on serving those in our community working to improve life through cuisine and education.
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10. La Dolce Vita - Cleveland
4.8
Exceptional(1854)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 20 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.

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  • Lisa
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Took my daughter for VDay and it was a perfect choice. The food was fantastic and service was perfect. Will definitely go back!
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    Antica Italian of BeachwoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• Beachwood
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    4.6
  • Leslie
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I took my wife there for our anniversary. I ordered roses ahead of time and the restaurant staff kept them fresh and delivered them to the table upon arrival. The lamb and short ribs were very good and we had plenty to eat. The offered me a military discount which complimented our overall experience. Both my wife and I had a wonderful meal and time. I do wish there were more options for appetizers that did not include pork or shell fish. Our waitress was friendly and accommodating. I appreciated her giving us our privacy but yet being "perky" all at the same time.
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    Lago East BankPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Flats
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    4.6
  • LoranVIP
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The berry mojito was fabulous. The bandillos were perfectly pressed and flavorful.
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    LULO KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Latin• Downtown Cleveland
    •
    4.7
  • Michael
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    I had the rainbow trout rollintini I guess you’d call it with  cauliflower, and roasted potatoes.  also had for appetizer grilled octopus and a tomato onion leaf lettuce salad delicious as always. 😊🇮🇹🍷
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    Valerio's RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
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    4.9
  • brad
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 31, 2025
    GREAT DINNER. ( VEALSINATRA & VEGETARIAN ENTREE ) GREAT SERVICE BY HOLLY. GREAT SINGER ( HAYDEN who will be performing on the VOICE this season )
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    Corleone's Ristorante & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cleveland West
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    4.5

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