I came here on a Saturday evening to enjoy some pizza and pasta for dinner! There weren't a lot of people inside with booths and tables. I ordered the Italian wedding soup which was just okay! Nothing great or amazing ! Just really bland ! I also got the meatball pizza and Chicken Michelina ! The meatball pizza came with caramelized onions which was really delicious ! The crust was good and everything on the pizza was good! The chicken Michelina was not good at all! I wasn't fan of the pasta ! The cheese was goat cheese which didn't go well with the pasta! It was very bland and not good! I only took one bite of it and I knew I didn't want it ! I asked the server to return the item and take it off my meal. The owner came back and told me I could either pack It up and take it home or try to make it better otherwise I will just have to pay for it ! I didn't know what I could add on a pasta to make it better and i suggested Mariana sauce! I tried it and it didn't go well with the balsamic glaze and goat cheese ! I told him it was not something I wanted ! Barely took two bites and would like to return it and off my meal. He said I couldn't! I paid $18 for a meal that was thrown out and not eaten because I wasn't able to return it! I have no problem paying top dollar for quality food but in my opinion this pasta was very tasteless and the grilled chicken was mediocre. The server was really nice as she tried to help out but owner just seemed like he was more concerned about taking the customers money instead of providing good customer service which would turn us into regulars. I know alot of better northeast Ohio Italian place that I would rather go to for good food and good services ! read more

On the spur of the moment this evening we ordered a couple of burgers and fries to go. It was ready exactly when they said it was and it was prepared perfectly - as usual. All happy faces at the takeout pickup as well - albeit with masks. So great that Abo's is the go to spot in the neighborhood. They are weathering the storm with a smile and are enthused when you walk in. read more

Wanted to enjoy it because it's always nice to have another restaurant in the rotation, but the server and the owner were both rather unpleasant. Pizza was tasty though. read more

Went to Abo's earlier this week and I brought my husband back tonight. The eggplant fries are excellent. He had tonight's signature dish....piaya. He loved it. The hamburger was delicious! We'll be back! read more

Let me just say, I want to love this place. I really do! But, it has a few issues. I've been here 3 times and it just is mediocre in some areas. Yesterday I went to this spot for a couple of drinks with my sister. Bellied up to the bar and were quickly greeted by the bartender. The place was pretty dead with literally one couple at the bar. I asked for a drink menu which they apparently don't have. The bartender ran through some drinks he could make and I settled on the blood orange margarita. My sister got a beer on draft. Beer was nice and cold. The margarita took some time to make, but it was tasty. No skimping on the tequila. Yay! Ordered a second round and the bartender used the same glass for the draft. Why can't we get a fresh glass with a fresh pour? Not like you're so busy you're out of glassware! Finished a third round and waited about 15 minutes for someone to come out from the kitchen to cash us out. That was fairly annoying. Maybe they had no staff but our bartender and a server? I don't know. Can't speak to the food from this visit, but have had on previous occasions and it was good. Highly recommend the stuffed peppers. As a weird aside, the name "Abo's Grill" makes me think it's a Mediterranean fare restaurant, not an Italian restaurant. The signage doesn't do it any justice either. Maybe that's why it's always dead every time I've visited?? I don't know. Good luck to this joint. It does have potential. read more

I was recently here for happy hour, which was a pretty good deal! We Had Peroni on draft for $3 I believe? Their meatballs are so good and for happy hour they are $2 a piece as opposed to $3. My 2 year old son is super picky and he loved the meatballs! We also got a pepperoni mushroom pizza that was also really good (no happy hr discount on this). The crust was nice and chewy just how I like it. My husband and I were both really happy with our experience. This place is right in our backyard so we can walk there, and will definitely be back for happy hour! read more

What a great place to eat. To start, the style is great. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The crispy calamari is amazing. The mustard sauce was packed pull of flavor and really goes well with the calamari. Our entrees where nothing short of amazing. The chicken Parmesan is cooked to perfection. The pasta and sauce is absolutely perfect. This was the best chicken Parmesan I ever had. The cavatelli and meatballs where exceptional. The chef came and greeted us at our table to ask about the food. The service was extremely pleasant. It is a bit pricey but you are paying for quality. I would HIGHLY recommend you eat here. read more

Got their meat lovers pizza. Awesome.

We ordered the calamari and veal and the lasagna. The calamari had a very good sweet chili sauce but the calamari itself was frozen. It seemed like they just took I tour of the pack already breaded and deep fried them. I had the veal which came with a side of pasta. The sauce on the veal was pure garlic and raw wine. I love garlic but I am not a fan of 'let's throw some in before we serve' strength. I told the waitress about it and she offered to get me something else. As she was getting a menu, the manager came over and asked what was wrong with the dish. I told him and he got me something else. While I was waiting for my new meal the manager (owner?) came over and explained to me that the dish was just fine and that if I come back I should not order that. Implying that my taste buds and my friend's taste buds are wrong. My new dish was the gnocchi. They were home made and were rather tasty. If you HAVE to go I'd order them. My friend had the lasagna. The sauce was pretty good but the lasagna was 90% noodle and she was given a corner piece which was a tat burnt. Over all not a great experience especially for being open for a few weeks. Making the customers feel like crap because their dishes taste like crap is disrespectful. I think customers are always right is rule one in Kitchen Nightmares. Get Ready Chef Ramsay!! read more

Really good pizza and food in general. Owner stopped by to check on us, server was attentive and friendly. Intimate patio and roomy inside bar and dining area. Neighborhood gem. read more

This place is such a little hidden gem. The food was outstanding and the service was impeccable. I had the veal parm and loved it! The owner/manager came to our table to check on us and treated us like family. The best part is it was all affordably priced! Please give this place a try, you wont be disappointed. read more

A big surprise! I thought this was a Mexican restaurant, and thanks to Yelp, had an excellent Italian lunch. The side salad was flavorful with a really good dressing. My friend had the Eggplant Parmigiana, and greatly enjoyed it. I ordered Nonna's Lasagna. Noodles made by the owner's mother, and sausage, instead of ground beef, made for a delicious combination. Both portions were big enough to bring half home for dinner. For dessert, I ordered the cannoli, and received three crispy, tasty treats. Yum! The only slight problem: the server seemed inexperienced, forgetting to ask if we wanted coffee with dessert, and less than attentive. But that didn't detract for the goodness of the food. I'll definitely be back read more

The service was great Kevin was awesome. However the food was horrible. The meatballs litterally taste like Chef Boyardee. The calzone's cheese wasn't melted nor was the spinach cooked we might as well ordered fresh mozzarella with tomatoes. I ordered the eggplant for myself thinking this was a safe bet like who can mess that up? Well let me advise you the cut off eggplant was thick and there's nothing wrong with that but you have to cook it all the way through. read more

I ride Mayfield Road daily for my job and how in the world did I miss this....I don't know maybe because it just opened about 2 months ago......but I tried it out Monday 12/28/15 and I love it.....the place is just right....not to big and not to small....the set up is nice.....I tried for starters the Limoncello Martini....it was absolutely deelish and the the eggplant fries with melted cheese and pepperoni chips along with the kale salad, stuffed peppers, and calamari were good as well. For a first timer I will definitely be back to the quaint Italian restaurant and you should give them a try too.....I think you'll enjoy it! read more

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This place is awesome! Every time my wife brings someone new here they become permanent customers. The pizza is delicious and I typically get the chicken parmigiana sandwich. Along with Abos House salad, it's a delicious meal. The meatballs are also good. We really haven't had a bad meal here ever. Ownership and service are great too! If you're not eating here, you're missing out! read more

My wife and I watched this place being constructed over the summer and stopped in on Friday evening. Great friendly space. It became even more appealing when I asked, "Whose Nonna supplied the Lasagna recipe?" and the girl behind the bar answered "Mine". We will always choose local family businesses over chains so this one goes to the top of the list. Her brother, who runs the kitchen, introduced himself to us as did her father. As crazy as it sounds when it first comes out of your mouth, the chicken salad sandwich made with peanut butter and cranberries was absolutely amazing. (Sorry for you loss peanut allergy sufferers). Plenty of interesting beers on tap and the rest of the menu is definitely worth cutting a swath through. We will definitely be back and look forward to the summer when, because we live in the neighborhood, we can walk there and enjoy the planned patio. read more

Best pizza in the area! We order pizza from Tasty, Vicinatos, and Pizzazz- in addition to the chain pizza restaurants. We know pizza. Abos is just amazing. So flavorfull and fresh-tasting! Ambiance is ok. Not a great set up if you bring a baby. Anyways, food was really good and we will definitely be getting pizza as a carry out soon. read more

Lunches at Abo's Grill today and it was delicious! I had the BBQ chicken pizza and my lunch mates had the chicken Parmesan and calzone. All entrees were excellent. The pizza fries (eggplant) were also excellent! read more

As a local Italian, and we are tough critics, we were pleasantly surprised with the deliciousness of our meals. It's tough to be in mayfield with all the long standing Italian restaurants already, but I give them 5 stars, and will definitely be back for more. The owner was awesome as was his son. Gave us grandmas pizzelles while I waited for our order read more

My wife and I sat down for a nice neighborhood style Italian dinner. After 15 minutes or so of nobody asking if we wanted to order a drink or any form of recognition from a waitperson, we left. read more

The owners/people are so nice and the food is amazing! We have been multiple times and have never been disappointed. Their specialty pizzas are particularly delicious ! read more

This place is truly amazing!! I would describe it as if you are walking down the cobble stone streets of Italy and you and pizza restaurant catches your eye! When you walk in the owner Sam greets you with a warm smile. Awesome whiskey bourbon and beer selection, i truly love this place and you will too one bite everyone knows the rule 10/10. Hell i might even have my wedding reception here read more

I have been on the local Lyndhurst community Facebook page and people have good reviews and comment on Abos..this is not Italian hospitality....sorry being Italian myself this is a poor representative of my heritage....sorry this place sucks....I gave it three tries....each time not Impressed....I could have my friends and family write good reviews about my company too..these people must know the owners or are friends writing these reviews....my prediction they will not be around long read more

I really want to like this place - came in tonite - had dinner at the bar- service is ok , not great but performs the minimum- I can over look that - started out with the meatball appetizer- excellent 3 big meatballs soft and great sauce - a meal in it self. Ordered the chicken piccata- wrong move - chicken piccata is a lemon and capers sauce with chicken - what I got was an large smear of balsamic (sweet) jam on the plate, asked for pasta with garlic & oil ( was good) the spinach was raw tossed on the plate - nice try. I've been here 4 or 5 times , frustrating to say the least - prices are reasonable but the food really isn't very good. Wine , by the glass is reasonable but not very good. I'm willing to pay more MONEY but get the food right ( consistent) and a better wine selection. Otherwise it's just a pizza and sub place ( which are not bad) read more

It would be great if the people were nice to you ( like at least say hello when you walk in ). They also gave the wrong dressing and didn't include the extra dressings I ordered for pickup. I hate not getting stuff I paid for. That being said, the food was really good; much better than a local competitor. The salads are big ( wish they had a small side salad). Good burgers and entrees- - veal, chicken dinners. read more

Good food , kids friendly , great service, the manager was just walking around and checking with customers satisfaction We got the steak and chicken tender that was recommended by server, the price for chicken tenders with fries was only $6 The steak was $17, although small , good enough for one hungry person and well-done We love the environment also read more

Good food, a little in the pricey side, but would definitely come back. Here's a good idea...your parking lot is empty on a Friday evening at 4:30. How about getting together a happy hour menu, say 4-6pm with a few drinks discounted, hang a big banner across the front and see what happens? You have a captive audience pumping gas across the street & one of the busiest streets for traffic in the state of Ohio. Just sayin... read more

This place is the bomb. Everyone should give it a shot!! I believe i ordered their lobster mac, chicken carbonara, and something else but I'll be honest the chicken carbonara was legitimately the best meal i've had of 2020 read more

Great place, drove past and did not know what to expect. Great menu with a lot of Italian favorites and all made from scratch. The owner came and greeted us and told us about the place, food and was very welcoming. Outdoor patio and comfortable inside seating. TVs to watch sports, happy hour M-F and carry out available. Shared the homemade wedding soup, just as good as moms and chicken parm, excellent. Can't wait to have some pizza and pasta next time. We will be back. Several craft beers on tap major plus. read more

We've gotten pizza there twice. Just take-out. Boy it's really good stuff. Unique sauce, great crust, and fresh toppings. We've done the Meatball and the Meat Lovers. Not a complaint about the food, but would like to be able to find their menu online easily. I don't know if they have a website, but may be to their benefit to pay for some high google results for a while. read more

Me and my friend stopped for dinner on a Friday night! The atmosphere is very warm and inviting, love the decor. It is a little loud, I don't know if it has something to do with the high ceilings. The noise level wasn't a deal breaker and definitely wouldn't stop me from returning! The tables are really cool!! The staff was very friendly and attentive. We ordered a bottle of prosecco. And for food We ordered the arancini (spelling?) and provolone wedges for appetizers! And then had the mad mushroom pizza! So delicious! For the two of us our bill was $60. I didn't think that was unreasonable at all! Cannot wait to go back! So excited to support a new local business in the area! read more

Great service, awesome bar, tremendous atmosphere, and great PIZZA!!! The crust was tasty and outstanding. The fresh mozzarella and sauce was the best. If you're a true Browns, Cavs and Buckeye fan; you'll visit and enjoy one of the best PIZZERIA GRIIL in Lyndhurst OH. Shorty's pizza in Delaware, beware. read more

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I had the eggplant parm and it was delicious!! The staff were great, friendly and on top of things! It is hard finding good eggplant parm and this place nailed it! My son had the veal parm and he said his was delicious as well! read more

In from Denver stopped with family and absolutely was gobsmacked by the wonderful food. When pulling in didn't know what to expect if it was a bar or pizza joint. Yes they have amazing pizza, yet their Italian dishes are 5 star and at great prices. Treat yourself to this gem on Mayfield Rd. before Cleveland finds out! Happy Hour prices are fantastic! read more

The food is amazing, the atmosphere is comfortable and rustic-chique, the staff is friendly, and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire meal.

I am blown away by how I am being treated currently as a patron of this restaurant. Right now my brother and I are the only two people here, they are open until midnight, and the waitress is trying to get us out of here. She told us they didn't have a complete menu at first. Then pressured us to decide what to order when we weren't sure what items we were even allowed to order. Then finally we got our food and 3 seconds later she asked if she can take anything away from us and if we want boxes. She was trying to hurry us out. There was a point during the meal where I looked over in the kitchen and three employees were looking at my brother and I through the window laughing at us. I'm not joking, the staff was clearly talking about us and looking at us bc when we looked over they all ducked out of sight. Also, I ordered three drinks over the course of an hour and she asked me If I was driving when I ordered the third and tried to not serve me, but I was not acting the slightest bit drunk. She was just trying to rush me out. I'm mind blown, offended, and pissed. I still tipped her 15% too bc I'm a nice guy, but I hope her boss sees this review and does something about how we were treated when we were the only customers there. read more

Prompt service and great food. We dined during peak hours and the place was not overwhelmingly busy. Good beers on tap, we tried the "pizza fries" which are made from eggplant and could not have been better. I had the homemade gnocchi which was to die for, my man had the cavatelli and was a little bit disappointed in the sauce being so mild it was almost too bland to him. Overall we will be sure to visit again read more

Abo's Grill - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Lyndhurst, Ohio

Chocolate cake is wonderful...get the ice cream with it. Veggie calzone was okay...a more flavor needed. Will visit again to try the eggplant. read more

I had high hopes for this place given that it has been open for a year. Pizza was not good... not much flavor. There was only one other table in there during weekday lunch time which can't be a good sign. The rest of the menu looks pretty good but the pizza turned me off and therefore I don't have the curiosity to find out if the rest of the food is good. read more

I WISH Abos was closer to me! I moved to the west side, but I absolutely love this place. I used to get it with my family weekly! Now anytime I'm in the area we make a stop! The pizza is so good, quality dough, and the other dishes are all always great and we'll thought out. Not just your average Italian dishes, they are above and beyond! Seriously love this place read more