Was being lazy last night. Didn't feel like putting forth any big effort or doing the fine dining…read morething. Just wanted an easy night out. We went to Pastina Rustic Italian Restaurant. It's local, comfortable, spacious, neat & clean, with a good staff, and reasonable food. We were seated right away. Our server was friendly and efficient. The menu has a reasonable selection. The food is good... not great, not overly creative, in fact pretty average. But we weren't looking for fine dining. And if you care about prices, it's really affordable. Good, family style restaurant in Mentor. Give them a try.

Best Italian food around. All our the menu items I have gotten have tasted fresh and their prices…read moreare in line with other restaurants in the area.

Another great experience at Abos. Family owned and it shows. Comfortable seating, service was…read morefriendly, and food was great as always. Couple TVs over the bar are also helpful when you want to track scores of the big game. Tried the chicken sandwich which was flavorful and cooked perfect with fresh toppings. This place is a staple for consistent good service and food.

What a pleasant surprise. I have driven by this rock with his name spray painted on it for the last…read moreeight years and today is the first time I have decided to try it. I ordered the cheese pizza and I have to say it was absolutely delicious. There was just a light crunch on the crust and the flavor was awesome. Reasonably priced too. I also ordered a lasagna, which is a very generous slice, for my husband. It looks absolutely delicious and I think he's going to devour it. The owner came over to check on me to see if I liked everything and everything was fine. I most certainly will be back here. What a nice surprise.

TJ's on the Avenue is a true staple. It's one of those local places you know you can count…read moreon--reliable, consistent, quick, and always filling. The portions are generous, the food is savory and satisfying, and there's something about it that feels genuinely old-school. It tastes like the kind of recipe that could have been passed down from someone's grandmother and never needed much changing because it was already right. What I appreciate most is the trust factor. You know what you're getting, you know it's going to be good, and you know you're going to leave full. In a town with plenty of options, there's real value in having a place that's simply dependable. A longtime staple for a reason.

Came back to this hometown, Italian restaurant and really enjoyed it. This time around I indulged…read morein a pizza as well as their lunch size chicken marsala which both were fantastic. I will say it did take quite a bit of time for the Pizza to come out so if you're going to order a pizza for an appetizer order it as soon as you walk in. The chicken marsala was great and came with a side of any type of pasta you wanted, I chose Angel hair with half meat sauce and half Alfredo, which was perfect. The appetizers were fantastic as well and totally worth it. Probably could've just eaten the appetizers by themselves and been full. Definitely ordered too much! Don't miss this place!

Love it! The pizza is amazing! Food fantabulous! They make the sauce just like they did years ago!read more

Went for lunch with with wife wife it took seconds into we sat die. Smile with a service the…read morewaitress was very helpful gave us time to look at what we want. So you can't go wrong with any you order we got large cheese pizza spaghetti and meatballs their rolls are great I could imagine the garlic knots. Everything came out on time. Everything is freshly made you can tell they take pride in their products...

The best family business. Owners are friendly. Food is fresh and delicious. This is my go-to place.read more

The location is very small. The majority of the their business is the take out and catering…read more They have two small tables which have reserved signs on them. When I asked about the signs, the owner told me that she kept the signs there so the delivery services won't sit down. A friend and I met for dinner. The service was exceptional. The food was even better. The portions were generous. The white balsamic vinaigrette was thick and tasty which went beautifully with the freshness of the salad. The chicken picatta was so good. My friend loved her chicken marsala. The owner let us sit there until we were ready to leave. I would highly recommend Trios.

The restaurant is small and parking can be tricky on weekend nights. My server was knowledgeable…read moreand patient. My Caesar salad was good but the lettuce was bad. My friends received complimentary house salads. I wish I had gotten that. I had the chicken Marsala which was great, but pasta was bland. Would have been better paired with a mashed potato. I also ordered the braised beef ravioli. The sauce lacked flavor. It was a little better with salt and pepper added.

This was my first visit to Pranzo, as I work thru my bucket list of downtown Willoughby…read morerestaurants. A friend and I visited on a Thursday evening, the restaurant was small, quaint and cozy, with a steady stream of customers. There is a small bar. We were warmly greeted upon entering and immediately seated. Our server, Domenic, approached our table a short time later. He explained the menu, letting us know that bread and salad were included with our entrees. We proceeded to order cocktails, wine and a yummy pomegranate spritz. I ordered the chicken parmesan, my friend ordered the chicken marsala. Our salads and bread basket arrived quickly. The salad was generous, freshly made and tasty. The bread was fresh, served with a olive oil, infused with balsamic vinegar. Our entrees arrived just as we finished our salads, perfect timing. The chicken parmesan was prepared and plated nicely. The chicken was tender, seasoned, and topped with cheese and marinara, on top of penned pasta. The chicken was tasty. The pasta was a bit overcooked, for me. The marinara was a bit bland. I ate the chicken and skipped most of the pasta. My friend's Marsala was plated well, lots of mushrooms, but she commented that the entree was somewhat bland. The best part of the visit was our server, Domenic, he was attentive and friendly. Overall the meal was good, I would visit again, but this won't be my go-to Italian restaurant.

Alfredo's is a nice place to dine! It specializes in authentic Italian cuisine. The atmosphere is…read morewonderful and the servers are nice. They also have a great room to cater a party serving you their specialties. If you love dessert the cannolis are delicious. So make a reservation or book a party.

"We have been coming to Alfredo's At the Inn for lunch regularly over the past year, and it never…read moredisappoints. Their new menu and seasonal options are fantastic, offering great variety and wonderful flavors every time. A huge shoutout to Crystal who has been there for 4 years, who has taken care of us the last few times we've visited. She is an absolute star--handling the floor wonderfully and providing exceptional service, even on slower Mondays or Tuesdays when she is working as the lone server. Highly recommend stopping in for lunch!"

After seeing all of the outstanding reviews and praise online, I was really looking forward to…read morefinally trying this restaurant. Unfortunately, I left feeling a bit underwhelmed. Perhaps my expectations were simply too high, but the overall experience didn't quite live up to the hype for me. One of the restaurant's biggest advantages is its location. Although it's situated in a quieter part of Little Italy, there's plenty of street parking, and the restaurant also has its own parking lot--a huge plus in the neighborhood. Upon entering, you're greeted with the ambiance of an upscale Italian restaurant. The dining room is elegant and inviting, and our server, *Maci*, was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. The meal began with a complimentary basket of baguette-style bread served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar--a nice start but the bread itself was averate For appetizers, my wife and I shared the Baby Arugula Salad, which was average, and the Eggplant Parmesan, which was probably the standout dish of the evening. Our daughter ordered the Caprese Salad, which she enjoyed overall, although we all felt it was a bit too salty. For our entrées, my wife and I shared the Halibut. While it was prepared well, we both agreed it had a stronger "fishy" flavor than we expected. The accompanying baby potatoes, however, were excellent. Our daughter ordered the Ricotta and Black Truffle Stuffed Pasta. She enjoyed it, but found it to be richer and heavier than anticipated--she was expecting a lighter pasta dish. Dessert, unfortunately, was the biggest disappointment of the evening. We decided to try what appeared to be the restaurant's three signature desserts: Tiramisu - As soon as it arrived, our daughter commented that it looked unusually light in color, and she was right. It tasted much more like vanilla than coffee, lacking the bold espresso flavor we typically expect from a tiramisu. Cappuccino Chocolate Mousse - This was overwhelmingly sweet. I could only manage a couple of bites before it became too much. Hazelnut Bomb (the daily dessert special) - Despite its name, we couldn't detect much hazelnut flavor at all. It tasted more like a rich chocolate dessert than anything distinctly hazelnut. Before ordering, we asked if the kitchen could prepare smaller tasting portions so the three of us could sample all three desserts without wasting food. The request was declined. I completely understand why the restaurant may not accommodate special requests like that, but I do wish they offered a dessert tasting option. As it turned out, we ended up leaving more than half of each dessert untouched. Given its location in the heart of Little Italy, I can certainly understand why this restaurant has earned such a strong reputation. The atmosphere, service, and presentation are all very good. However, for us, the food simply didn't match the expectations created by its stellar reviews. Overall, it was a pleasant evening, but not one that would make us eager to return when there are so many outstanding Italian restaurants in the area.

I am not a pasta gal. Somehow the truffle stuffed pasta here is the best pasta I have ever had in…read moremy entire life. It is ungodly unbelievably amazing creamy, bursting with flavor! The bolognese with veal was also fantastic. The calamari is a consistent stunner with tons of little delicately soft squid pieces in a super garlicky tomato sauce amongst tomatoes that pop in your mouth. The food here is the best in Little Italy- tied with Tutto Carne! Amazing place in a huge restaurant sectioned into smaller peaceful spaces. Must try for date night. The service is also impeccable! Elaine was perfectly attentive, the in between service for plate presentation and clearance was also very personable and highly professional. One of the few places I would say the prices are absolutely totally worth the amazing experience and food!