Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Cleveland / Akron / Canton

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Mario Fazio's Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (293)

$31 to $50

Italian

Willoughby

About the restaurant

Please call the restaurant to obtain reservations!
440-585-3883- Reservations can be available when you call.
Welcome to The Original Mario Fazio's!! We are passionate about food and beverage. We are in our 46th year of business and our goal is to be a beloved tradition in our community and for you. We feel honored to have shared in so many experiences and celebrations with our guests! At Mario's we embrace seasonal cooking, new ideas, and value our lifelong traditions. We are looking forward to your visit!

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Sandra

Dined on May 30, 2025

Wonderful Italuan restaurant with excellent food, wine and cocktails.

Lucca

4.9

4.9 (526)

$31 to $50

Italian

Canton

About the restaurant

In Italy, Lucca is a region known for beauty and old world charm. In Canton, Lucca bottles that same old world charm, small restaurant community and brings it to you. Using only fresh ingredients, quality service and a dedication to authenticity, Lucca serves �la dolce vita� or �the good life.� Similar to the Tuscan restaurants that inspire Lucca, locally sourced ingredients go into all of the dishes. Along with a full bar, sit down to try the hand made pasta, Prime steak, seafood overnighted from Hawaii or the local double boned pork chop. Be sure to ask your server about the dessert of the day which is always a gourmet treat.

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RichardVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Great location fantastic food excellent service. Menu has a nice selection .It was a really good time. I highly recommend it.

Johnny's Bar

4.9

4.9 (859)

$50 and over

Italian

Cleveland West

About the restaurant

The original Johnny's serving fine Northern Italian Cusine. Opening in the 1920’s as Louise’s Garden, a restaurant that would flourish into the most reputable dining establishment in Cleveland. Renamed Johnny’s Bar in 1952, this neighborhood eatery located on Fulton Road serves authentic Italian food in an inviting atmosphere with private dining and patio dining available weather permitting.

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ArthurVIP

Dined 4 days ago

One of the best patios in the area. A lovely walled garden

Valerio's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (981)

$31 to $50

Italian

Little Italy

About the restaurant

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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KennethVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Off the charts fabulous! The entrees are wonderful! The eggplant appetizer and branzino fish are a must! The service is superb! Everything just flows effortlessly. You gotta go!

Giovannis

4.8

4.8 (2011)

$31 to $50

Italian

Beachwood

About the restaurant

Since 1976 Giovanni's continues to serve Cleveland outstanding Italian cuisine & a unique dining experience. Giovanni's has been awarded the Di Rona, AAA & Wine Spectator Award, Cleveland Magazine "Silver Spoon" Award (Best Italian Restaurant & Best Italian Restaurant in Northern Ohio) several times over the years. The wine cellar, classified as one of the country's finest with over 800 selections, earned Wine Spectator's Grand Award.
Giovanni's recent renovation brings the atmosphere more in tune to today's feelings. The Picasso Room with wood paneling, distinctive artwork, fireplace & elegant French doors, seating up to 30, is ideal for corporate & social functions.
The imaginative cuisine offers surprising variations of classic recipes including handmade pastas, seafood, veal, lamb, beef & game. Elegance & first class service are an experience not to be missed. The more casual lounge & bar areas are excellent alternatives serving the same menu as the main dining room.

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Jean

Dined 5 days ago

ALWAYS a lovely experience to dine at Giovanni's, I've continued to enjoy it since it opened in 1976. The service is always impeccable and the servers are so personable...Carl Quagliata has never wavered in his goal of excellence.

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4.8

4.8 (3209)

$30 and under

Italian

Boardman

About the restaurant

Bringing Rome to Boardman. The Aqua Pazzo Chefs pay homage to Rome and the rest of Italy with delectable dishes that capture the true essence of its native land, bringing together as a whole: food, drink and service, to create a true Italian charm. With an endearing interior design that’s both approachable and beautiful, and a menu that's both modern and traditional, we are excited to present to you, Aqua Pazzo.

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JanVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a lovely dinner with family in town from Pittsburgh. Everyone was happy with their meal; all enjoyed sharing a Butter Cake

The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard

4.8

4.8 (7734)

$30 and under

Italian

Canton

About the restaurant

Step into a space where the past and present share a table. The Bistro, housed in our estate’s beautifully restored 1800s barn, offers authentic Italian dishes paired with award-winning wines. Whether it’s an intimate dinner or a private gathering, every moment is crafted with care and quiet elegance.

Enjoy upscale Italian cuisine with small and large plates perfect for sharing. Our menu features homemade dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients, including antipasti, salads, brick-fired pizzas, pastas, entrées, and desserts. Pair your meal with award-winning Gervasi wines, signature cocktails, or premium spirits from our full bar.

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Fred

Dined 4 days ago

Everything about this place is first class! Beautiful grounds, good restaurants and very hospitable staff. Highly recommend it. An hour drive from home but well worth it!

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Popular dish

Chicken Piccata

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House Made Mushroom Ravioli (v)

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Pesto Salmon

Il Venetian

4.8

4.8 (1048)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown Cleveland

About the restaurant

Venetian Born Chef Alberto Leandri prepares flavors from home for Clevelanders at this upscale, modern Italian restaurant. The menu features handmade pastas, fresh fish and seafood, fine meats, and artisan pastries and gelato.

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DominicVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The food was outstanding. Every dish we tried, from the handmade pasta to the beautifully prepared filet was full of authentic Italian flavor and expertly presented. It's clear that Il Venetian takes pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen. From the moment we were seated, Aiden made us feel genuinely welcome. He was attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu and brought a relaxed confidence that made the entire experience feel seamless. His recommendations were spot-on, and his timing throughout the meal impeccable. Il Venetian is lucky to have him on their team. We’ll absolutely be back, not only for the food, but for the top-tier service as well. Highly recommend!

Porta Rossa

4.8

4.8 (97)

$50 and over

Italian

Hudson

About the restaurant

Porta Rossa is a high-end yet approachable Italian-themed restaurant, renowned for its exquisite steak, seafood and pasta dishes accompanied by a perfectly curated wine list and cocktail menu. Step through our iconic red door and experience a delightful dining atmosphere that perfectly blends modern elegance and warmth. Now located in Flip Side's charming former space, Porta Rossa is your destination for unforgettable flavors and exceptional service.

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debbieVIP

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Excellent!! Food was delicious. Jimmy, our server, was superb.

LockKeepers

4.8

4.8 (5182)

$30 and under

Italian

Valley View

About the restaurant

Lockkeepers, a Cleveland tradition, features Italian cuisine in a comfortable, yet sophisticated setting.

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AndiVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had not been back to LockKeepers in quite a while due to some inconsistencies with food and service, and we were so glad that we gave it another chance. Not only was the food delicious…the salads were very fresh and tasty and the entrees were wonderful (by husband raved about the gnocchi and my lasagna was the epitome of comfort food)…but the service was outstanding. Jesse and Karen were knowledgeable and helpful, and helped to make the evening so enjoyable! Thank you….we will be back!

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