We have been to Bar Italia 4 times now, food is spectacular. Seth waited on us twice. He remembered…read morewhat we ordered on our first visit. He explains the food in a way that you must try it, and he is not wrong. He suggested the Shrimp Aqua Pazza Scampi, There are no words for this, the sauce is drinkable. Incredible flavor. We have loved everything we have tried. No where better to go in beechwood ohio. And we drive an hour to get there.

Food and Drink 4/5 - Highly recommend the Strawberry Lemonade (no free refills) and if you want…read moresomething good to sip, try one of the daily special Sangrias. The food was good but not overly seasoned. I liked the sausage bread & fried calamari for apps. The Bar Italia Chopped Salad was also tasty. Ambiance 5/5 - This restaurant offers an "Al fresco" dining option as well as a variety of high bar and standard interior tables. Lowered lighting also sets the mood. This is a good place to unwind at the bar or enjoy a nice dinner.

Had dinner reservations in the bar and needed to modify the seating number. The front of the house…read morefemale manager handled everything effortlessly. We were seated comfortably within minutes. The ambiance is lively and upscale. Every dish and bottle of wine was served impeccably. Can not say enough about the service. Would recommend this restaurant and look forward to visiting again soon!

Fantastic halibut. Big steak like fish with lemony sauce. Bread rolls were very soft and flavorful…read more They even made my cocktail without simple syrup as requested. Great service.

Our server was top-notch, the food was delicious ( cavatelli and meatballs), the prices are a bit…read morehigh, but I can look past that. However, what put me in a bad headspace was the hostess. Not a smile to be had, very unapproachable, seemed bothered we were checking in for our reservation. For that reason alone, I will not be back anytime soon.

I dined at Mia Bella with my daughter while in Cleveland for a soccer camp at CWRU. The restaurant…read morewas small but nice, and we chose to sit at a high top rather than wait for a table. The service was attentive, and several people checked on us throughout our meal. I ordered the lobster ravioli, and my daughter ordered the pesto pasta and added chicken. Both dishes were excellent. The lobster ravioli was extremely flavorful, and my daughter really enjoyed the chicken with her pesto. This was some of the best Italian food I've had. This might not be saying a lot because I am from L.A. and we are not known for our Italian food. My only complaint was the bread. Most Italian restaurants offer complimentary bread for the table, but Mia Bella charges extra for it. That wouldn't bother me as much if the bread were something special, but it was extremely ordinary. It was warm, but otherwise pretty tasteless; no garlic, garlic butter, herbs, or anything else to make it memorable. I'd definitely skip the bread and order a legitimate appetizer instead. All in all, the experience was very strong, and I would definitely return.

To say the service was slow is an understatement. When myself land one other person arrived the…read moreplace was practically empty. We ordered a salad and a chicken park sandwich. It took 31 minutes to arrive and people who sat down many minutes after us were served before us. I even had to go-to another table to get silverware because the table we were at didn't have any and the waiter didn't bring any. The original location has much better service and I personally thinks the pizza at the original location tastes better. Since other tables, who had other waiters, got there food far before us despite sitting around 15 minutes after us and having more people at the table maybe our experience would have been different with a different waiter.

I have driven by "Geraci's Restaurant" in Pepper Pike many times. It is in a very nice area along…read moreChagrin Blvd; and many times I have thought we should stop in to see what it was like. The restaurant is in the bottom floor of an attractive office building and has a very nice red brick enclosed patio out front. In the evening, when it is all lit up, it looks very cozy. We made our reservations, which required a call rather than online. They were very accommodating. The establishment is a bit of a fooler when you first arrive. It is actually much larger inside than it appears from the outside. There is a lot of square footages that is split up into several separate rooms and distinct areas giving it a more comfortable and warmer feeling than that much space would typically afford. We were seated quickly in a space that was open and bright and very comfortable. A very pleasant young lady by the name of Celine introduced herself as our server for the evening and quickly took our drink order. The wine list was not extensive but it had a satisfactory selection of good wines (Italian) by the glass. Which I always appreciate as our party typically only drinks one or two glasses and a bottle would go to waste. I enjoyed an excellent "Montepulciano D'Abruzzo". When Celine returned with our beverages she answered all the questions we had and we proceeded to place our order. I noted right away "Geraci's" does something with their salad offerings that very few establishments do. They offer all their salads in two sizes. I often want a salad to start my meal but the typical salad in most restaurants is MUCH too big. I just don't want that much lettuce. "Geraci's" offers all their salad options in a small size to solve that problem. I really appreciated that thoughtfulness. So, we all started out with a small salad that was crisp and fresh. Nothing that had been sitting around getting wilted... Good start. We also ordered the "Breaded Artichoke Hearts" from the appetizer menu for the table (one order was plenty for the 4 of us). The artichokes were very good. Lightly breaded and NO TOUGH LEAVES. There are few things more disgusting than bighting into an artichoke heart and hitting an unchewable leaf... aaaugh! These were very nicely done. All tender and flavorful... nothing fancy, just a pleasant start. My wife followed this with "Chicken Piccata" and I chose the "Chicken Marsala". Our guests ordered the "Veal Cutlet" and a personal sized "Sicilian Pizza". Our chicken dishes were good. The meat was tender and nicely cooked. The sauces were pleasant. There was nothing exceptional about either one. They were typical "American/Italian" cuisine. However, the "Veal Cutlet" was a bit disappointing. The meat was tender enough. But the breading was dry and flavorless. The "Sicilian Pizza" was ok... just ok. The crust was palatable. The sauce was somewhat flavorless. The Romano cheese had no flavor at all (typical American Romano)... they should have gone with the good stuff. We followed the evening with an excellent cup of coffee and three different desserts. I had the "Cannoli Trio" which were nice and crispy with good flavor. My wife had the "Spumoni Bomba" which she was very happy with. Our guests shared the "Limoncello Tartufo" that was excellent. So, is the 4 star rating too much? Probably, but I feel like a 3 is too little. If a 3-1/2 was an option that would be more accurate. All in all, it was a good evening. The atmosphere was nice. The service was excellent. The food was mostly good, but not entirely. So would I go there again... yes, maybe, in a pinch. Would I call it fine dining... absolutely not. I think maybe you should give it a try and see for yourself. It's worth a try and another opinion.

Finally stopped by Crostatas after driving past it for so long, and it absolutely lived up to the…read morecuriosity! The decor feels like stepping into a hidden Tuscan garden. Here's the breakdown of an incredible meal: * Wedding Soup: Perfectly seasoned with the most delicate, flavorful meatballs. * Ai Funghi Pizza: A wood-fired masterpiece. The crispy crust paired with cremini, shiitake, and fresh mozzarella was elevated even further by adding chicken and artichokes. * Cavatelli alla Marinara: Bright, fresh ingredients that really sing. Between the gracious hospitality and the calming atmosphere, it felt like a true slice of Italy. Definitely a new favorite!

Always a pleasure dining , menu is wonderful, never a bad meal, order with confidence. Don't forget…read morethe fabulous desserts too!!

Haven't been to "Flour" for a long time. So we decided to return this evening. It's a nice…read moreestablishment in a good location in Moreland Hills with complimentary valet service. Getting a reservation was easy and convenient. I don't know why but the menu has just never excited me. It is a reasonably varied menu with a decent selection, but it's just lacking any creativity. Our server, Maia, was a very pleasant young woman who did an excellent job all evening. She was very effective and efficient. The wine list did include a good selection of excellent Italian wines by the glass. I enjoyed a very nice Amarone. I started with the "Fried Olives" which were tasty but just looked like a plate of marbles. My brother ordered the "Eggplant Meatballs" which I must say were excellent. They were tender and flavorful served in a marvelous marinara sauce... I might go so far as to say they were the highlight of the meal. I ordered the "Lamb Rigatoni" as my entree. It was good, with plenty of tender shredded lamb, but I couldn't help but wish it was covered by the marinara that was on the meatballs. My wife had the "Grilled Bronzini" which she said was very good. But somehow I was reading on her face, "it was just fish". We finished with a good cup of coffee and a scoop of very good ice cream. I can't really point to any specific disappointment. I was just underwhelmed. I wasn't motivated enough to take any pictures... sorry. I think you should give them a try and voice your opinion.

The crispy calamari was well fried and light, with good texture and seasoning. Not memorable, but…read moresolid. The ricotta agnolotti was just fine, it lacked depth. The margherita pizza was balanced and clean, though a bit less strong in flavor compared to the other pizzas on the table. The funghi pizza was earthy and satisfying, though it benefited most when eaten fresh, before the flavors dulled slightly as it cooled. The spinach and artichoke pizza stood out with excellent balance, richness, and texture. Easily one of the better items of the night. The crispy Brussels sprouts were a highlight, well executed with strong flavor and proper crispness. The crispy potatoes were good but secondary.

Very good meal for lunch at Abo's Grill. The sauce on my eggplant was very delicious and can tell…read moreit was homemade. Eggplant was cooked well too. Service was excellant. I would definitely recommend for some authentic Italian cuisine

We are regulars here and always enjoy the food, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere…read more Meatball sandwich was good but I had never tried the eggplant fries. They were excellent. Great flavor. Fresh. Must try.

We have been going to "Arrabiata's" for a long time. They practically sustained us through the…read moreCOVID days. The food has always been good, consistent and predictable. With a decent wine list and a wonderful lemon butter sauce. Tonight was a typical evening. The only reason for the 4 stars was a surprisingly poor Caprese salad this evening. The tomatoes had absolutely no flavor at all and the mozzarella was very dry. Otherwise everything else was as it should be. Our server Sarah was excellent as was all the support staff. And you can't beat the price. So, I can assure you we will continue going and I'm sure they will fix the salad. I still highly recommend.

Overall great food and atmosphere. Went here for our anniversary and sat outside. Will have to…read morego back again soon.