When my son visits from out of town, there can be only one place for dinner: GERACI'S. In honor of the restaurant's 70th birthday, we were all smiles as we shared a delectable bowl of spaghetti with meat sauce and a small mushroom pizza. I would guess that Geraci's has been our family's favorite for more than 30 years. We are so glad that tonight's visit could continue our admiration for Geraci's. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - The Geraci's menu - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

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Went with a group and all but one person got pizza. The other got fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. I was told that the fettuccine Alfredo was okay, but it lacked seasoning. As for the pizza, I got a margarita pizza, and even though the pizza crust was thin, the bottom of the pizza was still doughy and not quite cooked through We tried the pepperoni pizza and it just was kind of bland. In fact, that was the consensus across the table was that no matter what pizza we had, the dough was kind of weird and did not have a lot of flavor. Our server was very nice and seemed to be trying hard to keep up with all the tables. But for the price, honestly Little Caesars pizza is cheaper and tastes better. I don't think we will be back read more

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Delicious pasta dishes!! My first choice is the meat sauce! Meatballs are big and flavorful! Highly recommend!! read more

This was my first time trying this establishment. The cannoli's are good. I also got their fried donuts and fell in love .Their pizza was good but I'll rather have more pepperoni. The spaghetti could use a little more seasoning in my personal opinion. I like a lot of spaghetti sauce. They didn't give me enough. Not sure if it's a cultural thing or just my personal preference. However, I will be back and I do recommend. read more

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I've had two experiences here recently. We ordered pizza the first time. The pizza was good. The service was friendly. The restaurant was very clean. The interior looked really pleasant, though we took the pizza to go, so we didn't really have the full Geraci's experience. It seemed to have a relaxed vibe - maybe even cozy / romantic with the lights low in the evening. The second time, we ordered an entire tray of tiramisu for my daughter's birthday party. It was excellent, and the value was great. I was extremely pleased. read more

This is now a full service restaurant. We saw it on DDD and stopped in for dinner. Wow, such a wonderful dinner!!! Spaghetti with meat sauce was the BEST EVER! Great service and wonderful food-we can see why they have been in business for years and why Guy was so impressed. Highly recommended. Our server was JP who did an excellent job. read more

You can tell this food is made with the love. You feel like you're walking into an Italian Grandmothers kitchen. They also have THE best Gluten Free pizza. Service is always top notch even when they are busy. We all just need to have a little more patience. Everyone here works hard and deserves to be recognized for it! Love this place! Side Note: If Pizza isn't the vibe...you HAVE TO try the Chicken Parm. read more

Amazing experience, the tomato cream sauce with any pasta is great!! Next time I'm thinking on trying the chicken marsala!

Fabulous service even though it was the end of the night and we closed down the place & great recs about how much food to order for our group size. Excellent app of artichoke hearts, pizzas were quality-sauce perfect -cold good house salad w homemade dressing and dessert- wonderfully generous scoop of spumoni dipped in chocolate! read more

Completely unremarkable totally average not bad not great barbecue chicken pizza. Had pineapple and rather dry chicken chunks. Had plenty of toppings but the crust was on the dry overly hard side. The fried mozzarella came as two giant hunks of soft melty cheese with breading and a container of tasty hot chunky marinara sauce. The spingi was a mound of not exactly light and flaky or crispy but almost kinda hard too sugared dough pieces. Not bad hard but definitely not as airy and light as one might expect for simple fried dough. All around mediocre meal for $35. read more

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Great slices and friendly, competent staff. Got slices for the family after a Sunday baseball game and their pizza was great. Thanks to Durrell (sp?) and his partner (didn't get her name) for great service. Even the coke is great from the fountain. Highly recommend. read more

Great wait staff, clean restaurant environment, very accommodating for kids. The fresh bread at the start of the meal is delicious and so was the Italian salad. The zucchini fries as our appetizer were also tasty and super crispy. Only giving a four out of five because the sauce on the pasta was good but tasted a little bit burnt. But we'd still go there again! read more

Surprise visit from close cousins from New Mexico. Ordered 3 items for the 4 of us to share for dinner to be delivered by Uber Eats. We all shared an order of eggplant parm. Plenty to go around as an appetizer, still just hot enough. Had they tried to find a smaller container for the side of pasta they would have had to look real hard. The other 2 items were LARGE pizzas. Both arrived cold. The first, a typical cheese pizza was not only cold, but the sauce was tasteless. The second , also cold, was also a tasteless mess of vegetables and grease. It was obviously under baked, and was short on cheese. The vegetables were cold and raw. Raw eggplant is particularly nasty. What's happened to the original Geraci's??? read more

People rave about this pizza, but consider this a public service announcement: the pictured pizza was ordered as double pepperoni. Not at all what I envisioned for twice the meat. Subtract half these and that's the standard. While this is good pizza, I am not sure it's great. $24 for this pie. Nice spicy flavor and heat to the taste buds, but this will be my last visit while in the area. The staffer was super friendly in the phone and in person. Crust is good, nice crisp for a medium thickness. Better than many Ohio pizza places. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

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I've been going to Geraci's for, quite literally, my whole life. I moved away from Cleveland years ago, and still make it a priority to come here every time I visit. I've always been a fan of the spaghetti with Geraci sauce and the garlic bread is epic. That hasn't changed, thank goodness. I love that they give you a liberal amount of sauce with the pasta and it's always rich and flavorful. The garlic bread is my favorite of any I've ever eaten -- it's dream-worthy. And I love that you get a complimentary salad with your order, too. However, the service on my most recent visit left a lot to be desired. The restaurant wasn't full -- only about 3 tables -- yet our waitress was scattered and basically not present. We asked for water and I ordered a Shirley temple. Took about 10 minutes to get either one (and asking again) -- she said "oh I forgot." The Shirley temple was not one -- it was red food coloring in a glass of water. I had to ask her to take it back and she was shocked. She also dropped a basket of bread on our table and said "well it's not fresh today but..." then shrugged her shoulders and walked away. (For the record, the bread tasted fine, that was just weird.) So, overall, I still love the food. But the service was just not up to par. And I guess I learned my lesson on ordering a Shirley temple. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

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Have been a Geracis customer 40 yrs After the experience tonight, I wish I had every penny ever spent back Phone order was placed, and when unpacked.at home half of the order was wrong Felt like Karen calling to complain, and after talking over me , raising her voice and berating me offered to comp the check . We don't like to have checks comped Just get the order right from the beginning read more

Around 7:00 PM. There are a lot of nice restaurants in Willoughby so a couple nights ago, we decided to stop at Geraci's. I walked in and stood at the register for a few minutes and no one came over to me. I was the only one, and no other customers, but I overheard there were some out on the back patio. There was an owner sitting across from me and he asked if I was there for carryout and I said yes. He told someone to come over. I ordered pizza with light cheese and sausage, and a salad. After reaching home, I received a pizza with pepperoni, vs. sausage , and for my opinion, over baked and dry! Salad was okayI I immediately called back and a guy named Gavin or similar, told me I could come back for another pizza. I chose not to go back. I asked if the owner was there and he said he was in a meeting. I asked if I could hold. He said it would be too long! So I left my name and phone number for a call but never heard anything. A courtesy call from the owner would have been nice! Sad experience! read more

I have been into trying new places as of recently and surprisingly, never tried Geraci's before. I ordered myself a small BBQ chicken pizza to go. It was ready right when they said it would be. I drove home and dug in. The dough is chewy and the crust is crunchy and there is a ton of BBQ sauce all over. The toppings are where I have issue. For a SEVENTEEN dollar personal pizza, I expected better than canned pineapple and a few sprinkling of cubed chicken, which was a bit dry. I'll come here again if out with friends to share a pie, but I won't go out of my way to pay the price of a personal pizza here again. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - BBQ Chicken Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

This place was a pleasant surprise and arguably some of the best wings I've ever had. Definitely the best of out any pizza/ Italian place I've been. Definitely recommend read more

The Italian food is excellent. Pizza is fantastic The quality hasn't changed since I started eating there in 1963 Highly recommended

A DDD stop in Cleveland Ohio. Geraci's where I had a pizza and he got the wild mushroom ravioli. Both were enjoyed. read more

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My family has loved this restaurant for over twenty years. I wanted to highlight that I received excellent service this evening, 2/21, when I showed up thinking i had completed my online order and after causing a lot of confusion for the staff on a very busy night, realized I hadn't. I ordered there and I think the chef fast tracked my order which was awesome and great service, and as usual, the pizzas were perfect. Thanks to everyone working tonight. We are loyal customers because the food is great and consistent but your great friendly service is so much appreciated too. I recommend the cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza, veggie deluxe, deluxe, zucchini fries, and house salad. Love! read more

I ordered a large pepperoni and sausage pizza for lunch with some to take home,Pizza was very good although as one reviewer said not quite enough pepperoni and a little more cheese would give it 5 stars.I will be back to one of their locations in the future. read more

A go to Italian favorite. Previous chef was excellent, new chef is slowly coming up to speed. Our group always enjoys the service and attention. read more

This could have been a one-star review, but they recovered remarkably. Came in on a Saturday, early evening, before heading to Playhouse Square. Saw the place on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, so had to give it a shot. Was surprised when we were asked if we had a reservation. I specifically looked at their website to see if they took reservations and didn't see an option, so I assumed it was walk-in only. Probably just as well, as the place was booked solid, but they had a no show so I got their table. There are only about 10-15 tables in the joint. Water and bread came immediately. After about 10 minutes, a waitress who did not appear too happy to be working apologized for the delay, blamed it on the pandemic lack of help, and took our order. Asked for a Caesar Salad, a small side salad, a large 3 cheese and pepperoni pizza, and a glass of Chianti. Drinks and salads came out reasonably fast, then a couple that came in after us got their pizza while we were still waiting for us. Took everyone about 5 minutes to realize their pizza was our pizza. Waitress apologized profusely and bought me another glass of wine. The couple at the next table were as nice as could be, asked if we wanted a slice while we waited for ours. Fortunately we weren't in a hurry, so we just waited a bit longer for our pizza. When we did get the pizza, it was hot as Hades! Crust was nicely toasted from the wood fire, sauce was good, but the cheese was a bit skimpy. Pepperoni was fine and overall, it was a good pie, though not the best I've ever had. Went to pay and found out the couple that had received our pizza, and had already left, bought us each a desert. Cannoli's for latter, they were delicious. When we got the check, in addition to the comp glass of wine, she took off the pizza. Free stuff is always cool, but a most sincere heart felt apology for the mix up, even though understaffed, goes a tremendously long way. If I lived on the east side, I would not hesitate to come back! read more

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EXPENSIVE pizza. MEDIOCRE, OVERPRICED Italian food. This pizza is very OVERRATED. Bad, dry crust, low quality toppings, mystery meat Italian "sausage", slimy pepperoni, dry chicken. Almost $30 for an 8-slice "large" pizza...it should be spectacular. I give this place the benefit of the doubt about once a year and I always regret it. You're better off going anywhere else for a pizza and/or Italian food. read more

It was amazing. We had a party of 9 and our server was amazing and did a wonderful job. I look forward to our next visit.

I boasted a few years ago back about the best burger around. Yes, I know a delicious Italian restaurant but they were that good. Warrensville location. For that reason I drove 30 minutes to have one. I was so disappointed today. Half the size, overdone, not as juicy. In fact not juicy at all. Party of two. We both had one. The restaurant staff was very friendly ( even as soon as you walked in) and fair when we pointed out we weren't happy. Once in a while you have a bad day. We will be back again because of the way they handled the situation. Thank you Geraci's. read more

We like these little home style places and this one did not disappoint. Everything from the service to the menu was excellent. read more

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I made a mistake on the app and double ordered. They voided one of my orders gave me the other one so it would save me from being charged for an order. It was my mistake and they covered it read more

I just left and the service was great! I had the eggplant parmigiana and it was perfect. Unfortunately, there were two women behind us who kept saying negative comments about "black women" and "black lives matter." They were very loud. They ruined our dining experience and killed the ambiance announcing their political views which I'm sure was for us to hear. I'll never done there again. read more

To begin... the food here is GREAT! The Pizza is excellent and the menu is filled with delicious Italian classics. I here to talk "service". The restaurant is clean and has some interesting decor. However, the service IS AWEFUL! I mean it is a "deal breaker". I have been here 4 or 5 times now and have had the same experience. You will be seated and given water immediately. Then sit for 10 to 15 minutes with your server passing your table BUT she TOTALLY avoids you by looks at the wall opposite your table and flys by without communication. You will get one chance to order and then the same "avoidance tactic" will be deployed until you food is ready. No, extra drinks... no, how is everybody's anything. Just complete avoidance and disconnect. It gets to the point that it is uncomfortable because you have to say "EXCUSE ME" loudly and several times just to get them to stop to order a refill water, wine or other drinks. Bottom line... Order and pick it up unless you happy with slow service that will also be poor. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - I'm probably still here waiting. - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

Absolutely fabulous Mother's Day Meal from Geraci's tonight. Whenever I'm in town I love to hit up one of my favorite old spots. And tonight it was Geraci's. We got a smorgasbord of amazingness!!! ~ CALAMARI FRITTI Served w. spicy or mild marinara sauce & lemon ~ BAKED LASAGNA W. ricotta, mozzarella, meatball & Geraci's sauce ~ EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA Baked w. mozzarella & marinara or Geraci's sauce ~ CHICKEN FRANCAISE Sautéed in garlic, butter & white wine w. lemon ​ ~ CHICKEN PICCATA Sautéed in garlic, butter & white wine w. artichoke heart, caper & lemon Everything was phenomenal and mom was super happy!!! read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Calamari - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

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My in-laws came to town and our group of six went to Geraci's on a Thursday night. This place is definitely one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the Cleveland area since moving here a short while ago. The bread they serve with the meal is good, the pizza was thin crust and the sauce was delicious and we had several appetizers too. The only thing I did not care for was the fried cheese ravioli appetizer. It just didn't taste right in my opinion. We all did enjoy the fried meat ravioli appetizer though! We got two large pizzas. The Polpetta pizza (meatballs, ricotta and banana peppers) and the meat lovers pizza which had sausage, pepperoni and ham. Their pepperonis are thicker cut than most pizza places I've been to in Ohio which isn't a bad thing at all. The sausage that comes on the meat lovers is ground sausage and adds a nice, subtle flavor of sausage to the pizza. They were out of Italian wedding soup when we went so I'll be sure to try that the next time we go. I also am excited to try their pastas. I had a bite of my stepsons spaghetti and it tasted very good! read more

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We have been looking for a great pizza place and Geraci's may be our local choice. After a long work day we decided it was pizza night so we called in our order on the drive home and picked it up (they don't deliver). We went with the basic sausage and mushroom. Very good- lots of mushrooms and they don't go overboard with the cheese like so many local restaurants do. The sauce was great and the crust was thin and crispy! I will go back and try their full menu. Thank you Geraci's for a nice treat after a long day! read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Old school class! - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

The pizza as always was wonderful. However let it be known that if you order a topping for only 1/2 the pizza, Geraci's will charge you the price for covering the whole pizza. A not cool move imo. Also when did they stop serving the first slice once the pizza arrived at the table. That's such an Italian tradition that has apparently gone by the wayside. Hope they fix these things! read more

To finish off Pizza Week I figured I would hit Geraci's in University Heights; it was one of my old school pizza places and it has been quite a while since I had stopped in. Located on Warrensville Road near the University Heights city hall, Geraci's has not changed much over the years; on the right as you come in is the pizza kitchen, on the left is the narrow shotgun dining room with tables packed in on either side of the narrow aisle. The dining room decor has been updated with light color walls and upscale posters; nice but nothing that will make a big impression. My server was very nice and helpful, the kind of service I appreciate, especially as I got there fairly late for dinner. The pizza week special was a small one topping pizza. When I called to order for pickup, I was told that the special was dine in only and they would not take phone orders to have the pizza ready upon arrival. I ended up eating in and ordering a mushroom pizza. The pizza was a bit smaller then all of the other pizzas I tried during pizza week. The crust is somewhat thin, nothing special, but not bad; although since the sauce and cheese go all the way out you don't get the outside puffy crust that I enjoy. The sauce was ok, but I would have liked it better with a bit more on the pie, which is how I remember Geraci's pizza being back in the day. The cheese and mushrooms were fine, but nothing special. Overall the pizza was a nice example of Cleveland Pizza, but nothing special or especially memorable and the regular menu prices are a bit steep. Geraci's is just OK, a nice place to get a meal, but not the kind of place that makes me in a hurray to get back. A good, but not great Italian restaurant. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Small mushroom pizza - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

I grew up with this place, Best pizza in the area, the food is good the service could improve so if you want a great pizza I highly recommend this place read more

If could give a negative star the service was ok but the amount of food was enough for 2 people to eat and it had no favor I ordered chicken Alfredo and it was nothing but Blane noodles with sauce and a few chicken pieces and that was my first time there. For $28 is crazy and the smallest salad ever. read more

Geraci's Restaurant - No seasoning, just noodles and sauce - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio

Man was that some good pie! Got a pizza to-go today because of COVID-19 and it was excellent. The pizza was very flavorful and had plenty of toppings! I personally like when a thin crust pizza like this has more of a crisp to in on the bottom side and the crust. Wish this one had a little more crisp to it but I'm sure if you called and asked them to leave it in a little longer they would do so. Looking forward to trying more of their pizzas out! Highly recommend giving it a try! read more

Geraci's Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - University Heights, Ohio