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La Dolce Vita - Cleveland, Cleveland, OH

La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

4.7
4.7
1810 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (216) 721-8155
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Tarantino
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Street Parking also available.
  • Public transit
    RTA bus stop in front of restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,810 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cleveland / Akron / Canton

    Italian

  • Cleveland

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Dolce Vita in Cleveland is a "Cleveland treasure" known for its authentic Italian cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. Situated in the heart of Little Italy, it offers a "charming and nostalgic" dining experience with "amazing food" and "top-notch service." Guests rave about the "wonderful" hospitality from owner Terry Tarantino, making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors. The outdoor seating provides a delightful option for quieter meals, while the "fun welcoming atmosphere" inside adds to the overall dining pleasure. Whether for opera nights or casual dinners, it's a beloved spot for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

1,810 Reviews
  1. aubrey

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely going to be my new go-to spot in Little Italy! I cannot believe I’ve never been to this restaurant and I’m going to be coming back very frequently. The food, drinks, and desserts were beyond fabulous! The service was also amazing as well!

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  2. Laura

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second visit, while the food was excellent, the service was slow because of a large party and we waited probably about 45 minutes for our entrees to make it out. It was also just super busy in general and we seated at a folding table right next to the door which was tight and it was cold since it was so close to the door. Probably should just space out some of the tables and eliminate that space, because people were just right on top of us.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was amazing. The food specials were delicious. Our kids loved the atmosphere.

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  4. Nikki

    VIP

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Terry came by our table with a delicious vegan pasta to sample. Our server was great! Friendly, prompt, precise, and just the right amount of attentiveness. Our food was fantastic, as always! Every experience we’ve had has been outstanding and last night was no exception. The live singer (not an opera night) was mediocre, i really could have gone without him, but he did do “Sweet Caroline” and I can’t resist singing along the “Ba Ba Ba” part, so I guess he redeemed himself. It was a wonderful night and our favorite spot in Little Italy!

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  5. Steve

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun casual Italian restaurant in the heart of little Italy. Traditional southern Italian food. Food was flavorful and well presented; a little heavy on the garlic, but what the heck. The atmosphere is fun and lively. Not quiet, but you can still easily hear each other. The restaurant has a family atmosphere; the owner is a nice guy and he is checking in with customers and providing a complimentary pasta starter. Prices were very fair. I felt at home; I would go back.

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  6. Joe

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu and ambiance. Service was a little slow due to the packed house. Tables very tightly packed for the holidays. Owner is always a treat as he roams the floor handing out free sample tastings.

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  7. Wally

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Best chicken Marsala I've ever had ...

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  8. Michelle

    VIP

    New Orleans

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite restaurant in little Italy! Incredible menu and food - loved the live music too!

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  9. Greg

    Cleveland

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is way over priced. $26 for a chicken breast and some pasta?…excessive.

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  10. Anne

    VIP

    Cleveland

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun dining in Cleveland’s Little Italy. Service was outstanding, with the host sampling pasta and our server, Ava, discussing a unique wine we hadn’t ever tasted. The meatballs are so tender and delicious, and the pastas are true comfort food. Can’t wait to be back in the area again!

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La Dolce Vita - Cleveland is rated 4.7 stars by 1810 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for La Dolce Vita - Cleveland

12112 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Street Parking also available.
  • Public transit
    RTA bus stop in front of restaurant.
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Tarantino
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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