I think Marotta's is the best pizza in the area and I would recommend over any other pizza/Italian in the heights. -The pizza is very thin but still has a decent edge crust and their vegetarian toppings options are amazing. The large pizzas are very large like one would feed a family of 4. Their patio is really lovely in the summer and in the winter the interior is a nice moody vibe. We have tried several of their pastas as well and they are really solid also. We have always had good service when we have been there and most recently Rita was fantastic. I do wish they accepted reservations but I understand it's not part of their business model and they have to do what works for them. There are plenty of places nearby to walk in and grab a drink at the bar if you need to wait. I will concur with another review I saw that we have experienced inconsistencies with them not being open or being about to close when their hours are still "live." I think this is because they are a small spot . read more

This place is pretty solid for a super sized pizza, it's an easy 2 slices tap out. I also got a Caesar Salad that didn't stand out much. If you're looking for something quick and feeds a group of people, grab a pie from here! One star knocked off for the grease and flimsy crust otherwise was tasty. read more

Marottas - Mushroom, red onion and ready pep pizza. - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Oh man. I have had good pizza from here in the past but holy cow you guys need a reset. Pizza was both soggy in parts and like cardboard in others. It was also truly tasteless. I ate enough to end my hunger knowing it was going to be $25. And the service was as rude as it comes. I'm not trying to trash this place but you'd think the server would be friendly to the only customer in the place. Not saying any of this to be a jerk I am pretty sure you guys know how to do it right but wow that was a waste of my time and money. read more

Only commenting on take out pizzas. Great vegetarian options with chewy thin crust. Definitely worth ordering for something different but still comfort food. read more

The food is very good. However, it's a bit pricey and, when it comes to pizza, they're stingy with the toppings.

we came to town for a family graduation and heard about Marotta's second hand from family member (they'd never visited but heard good things) and we were pleasantly surprised. We only carried out but upon picking up our order, the heavenly aroma of fresh ingredients and pizza baking gilled our lungs and we knew right then it was going to be good. We had traditional pizza and the shaved sausage was a refreshing take on the topping we'd never had it that way but we highly recommend. keep up the great work. We will definitely stop in next time we're in from Wisconsin. read more

Was looking forward to trying this place. They don't take reservations and we arrived 30 minutes before their closing time. When we entered they said they were closed. Very disappointing. read more

Unfortunately we had a fairly disappointing visit. The service was slow, there was only one waiter so maybe it was a tough night. On the plus side the mussels were fantastic. The shrimp pasta and ricotta pasta were both very good. The pizzas were okay. But the gnocchi was actually inedible and the pasta bolognese was actually cold in parts as if it had been microwaved leaving parts of it hot and parts cold. I hope this is just a bad night and not the usual but I doubt I'll be back to find out. read more

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We loved the pizza here, but the service is subpar. We ordered the rustica pizza, which i'd definitely recommend. Plenty of options for vegetarians as well. The waiter (same curly mustache waiter as others have described) was quite rude. I'm not sure if it was because my husband and I are younger or if it was race but he ignored us the majority of the night but was extremely attentive to an older Caucasian couple seated next to us. It was apparent the place was understaffed and buzzing with both take out orders and dine in patrons, so initially I had attributed the inattention to that. However, after watching the interactions with the other patrons it was pretty evident there was more to the story. It took over an hour for the pizza to come out. It's a shame since the pizza was excellent, the location is quite convenient and the restaurant interior and patio itself is lovely. Would only recommend this place for take out, or if there is a change in wait staff. read more

Marottas - Rustica pizza - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Small little spot in Cle Hts. We went because we heard about their NY Style pies. Really enjoyed the pizza sauce and crust didn't care for the cheese. Veal parm was solid but probably wouldn't get it again. read more

Marottas - Pepperoni Pizza - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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Their pizza ranks in the top five in the area. But more importantly, they're entrées are awesome. The artichoke hearts is a dish you have to get as well as the calamari. Any veal dish at this place is going to be great. read more

Great place to eat on Lee when you have a hankering for some good Italian food. Great service from a lovely staff. Nice atmosphere. Never a long wait for your order. Some regulars that come in to joke with. A nice little gem. read more

Calamari was flavorful and mildly sweet although not the crispy fried squid I thought I was getting. It was more of a light soft fry. Only $10. Comes with a cuplet of hot tomato sauce and lemon. read more

Marottas - Calamari $10 - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

My husband and I chose this local eatery off of a recommendation from a coworker. We live close by, and we're hoping for a quiet date night. This small, family-owned restaurant was an absolute treat. The salads were plentiful, the pizza was sizable, and The Bolognese pasta was amazing. The portions are generous, the service is quiet and quick and the atmosphere is romantic. We did see several employees that were not wearing masks at all times which was a bit of a concern. I was disappointed to not see a Super Tuscan available by the glass and what was an option, was a bit more expensive than I was expecting. The Italian red I chose ran me $10 a glass. Overall, we were very delighted with this recommendation and will be returning at some point to this local Italian gem. read more

Marottas - A small pepperoni and sausage pizza that my husband ordered and the pasta Bolognese. - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

This restaurant is so charming and delicious! We enjoyed a romantic evening there and the food was spot on fantasies. The service was personable and we had a great time. read more

Host/server (Keith, after I finally asked) was not very good. We waited for several minutes before he came to our table, even tho we were the only ones in the place. He brought bread (2 pieces) for the 2 of us. No butter/olive oil/parmesan cheese accompanied (we had to ask repeatedly for more). I ordered veal marsala. Paper thin veal, & I couldn't even taste the marsala. So I switched to the Papardelle Bolanegse, which had more meat than the veal ! It's not cheap here. Pasta dishes are $28 - $32. I've heard the pizzas are good, but they are also pretty expensive. Overall, very unimpressed, & I won't return. read more

Marottas - Veal Marsala - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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Excellent food! Will definitely return in the future. A gem in Cleveland heights Good Italian Food read more

My friends and I went here for a celebratory dinner and all enjoyed the meal! We ordered calamari, two small pizzas and a pasta. I think for three people on the smaller side, an appetizer and one small pizza would be the perfect serving amount, the pizzas are huge! The waiters are a little difficult to catch at times, so a good idea might be to come at a time when there are less customers. Calamari: comes with marina sauce, lightly breaded and tender Rustica pizza: Delicious! We ordered it with some sausage that I was expecting to be the lumps of sausage like the ones Domino's, but it was actually thin shreds that crisped at the edges, it was quite good. The crust was crunchy at the bottom, but still easy to bite into. Melanzane: a no-sauce pizza, it's the kind of pizza that you can eat and feel like you're stil being healthy. Lots of veggies, with a nice hit of flavor from the feta. Lobster pasta: very lemon-y which helped to neutralize the seafood smell. The pasta was nice and chewy and there was a generous serving of lobster. Summary: I like this place! It's somewhere I might go to if I was feeling a little fancy and wanted some good Italian fare. read more

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Marottas is one of the best Italian restaurants in Cleveland; those who know it love it, for those who have not been there it is a hidden gem. Located in the Cedar Lee neighborhood in a single storefront you will find a narrow room with a tiny bar and the kitchen on one side and a single row of tables on the other side. The atmosphere is intimate with dim lighting and classic Italian decor, this is a great place for a romantic dinner. My friend and I came in on a cold Thursday night and split a Caesar salad and a large pizza, along with a nice bottle of wine which are half price on Thursdays. The salad was a large portion with a tangy dressing an crispy croutons. Sided with warm crispy Italian bread and quality olive oil for dipping a great start to the meal. Pizza is New York style; a large pie with very thin crust. For me this is near perfect pizza, the crust is crisp on the outside and a bit softer towards the middle, with a mild yeasty flavor. The sauce is flavorful, without being spicy and the cheese is perfectly melted. The ratio of sauce, cheese and crust works together perfectly, melding together so that each bite is more than then the individual ingredients. None of the ingredients overpowers any of the other ingredients resulting in a perfect harmony. The pie is expensive, but the portion is large. The rest of the menu offers great pastas and entrees. Portions are large with great flavors. Marottas is not inexpensive, but the portions are large, flavors are excellent and the atmosphere is romantic. Service is attentive and relaxed. Portions are big enough to share and it is quite a popular place for takeout pizza. If you are looking for an upscale dinner give them a try. read more

The food is consistently good and the portions are large. Service is always friendly and quick. It's our go to for Italian.

What better way to cap off 2019 and bring in the new year than a Yelp review! This place had been on my radar for quite a while, but I never pulled the trigger. So, having a taste for spaghetti, I decided to give it a whirl. Upon walking in I was greeted by the hostess and seated at a table near the front window. The interior is a dimly lit intimate setting, with a moderate sized dining area consisting of booths and tables. My server was cordial and efficient, with an friendly demeanor. After looking over the menu, I settled on the Spaghetti Puttanesca, a classic Italian dish with chili pepper and anchovies. The entree came with a complementary salad and bread. The salad was excellent, with a mix of field greens and draped in a savory dressing. As for the bread, it was fresh baked to perfection and came with an olive oil tapenade. The spaghetti arrived hot and wonderfully presented, with parsley flakes sprinkled atop. While the serving wasn't overly large, the quality of the dish more than compensated for it - wow! Overall, Marotta's hits on all cylinders and offers a marvelous Italian cuisine. As Arnold Schwarzenegger would say "I'll be back!" read more

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I've been coming to get pizza here for the longest time. I love getting the malto pizza. Great for pickup, would suggest calling when they open so the wait is around 45minutes to an hour. read more

Marottas - Margarita pizza - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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As a native of the the NYC area, I am very picky when it comes to pizza. I had heard a lot about Marotta's pizza, but went in with low expectations. I was presently surprised. The pizza has a nice thin crust and the cheese, sauce and sausage were applied in the perfect portion. The crust had the perfect brown and crispy. I've been won over and will definitely go back! read more

Marottas - Pizza! - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

There are many things to like about Marotta's. A small, yet comfortable dining room (can get cramped if crowded), really solid food and reasonable prices. We have been there on several different occasions. We have always been pleased with the food, certainly better than most neighborhood Italian restaurants. I think the portions are decent and priced not to break the bank. Fairly small and pedestrian wine and beer list. Service is OK....it has ranged from good to really detached. It has never been bad. The waiter mentioned in other reviews always seems a bit distracted and lacks a welcoming demeanor. Overall it is good to very good. read more

There was a special truffle meatball appetizer which was two huge meatballs. These were the best meatballs I have ever had. read more

Marottas - Truffle meatballs - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Sadly, my experience at the historic Marottas was quite disappointing. My only gripe is the service. Not only was my party not greeted at the door, but we were wholly ignored by at least 3 staff members within 10 feet of us for an uncomfortably long period of time. Not even acknowledged or spoken to at all. After waiting another 5 minutes we are told that the restaurant is closing early this day. It is sad to see a spot with such a treasured place in the Cle restaurant scene not be able to accomplish very basic hospitality and kindness. read more

The food here is quite good. We often order pizza. But you better order at 4 if you want your pizza by 6. There is often a 2 hour wait for pizza on a Friday night. The cook space is small. Not a lot of room for additional pizza makers - so there's only one. That being said, the pizza is always reliably good. read more

Not currently delivering as of Memorial Day 2021. First time here - have lived all over the country but am an East Coast (NY) pizza lover ALL the way. The pizza was exceptional. The pepperoni was the best I have had in years. Everything about it was great including dude who made it. Great sauce. Great cheese - perfect ratio! The crust is so damn good! Best pizza I have had since Brooklyn! Get you some. read more

Not sure why they would have a guy at the front/register who clearly has no intent to treat customers right or with any respect. First, they had no pasta. Bad initial sign for an Italian/pasta/pizza restaurant. Then made us wait for more than 40 minutes for the order (it was a carry out order). When we asked for an itemized receipt, the guys just gave us a hand written order slip. "This is the best I can do for you" was his answer when we inquired again. Extremely rude treatment not only to us but all other customers. We live just around the corner and hate to see local businesses managed like this. It wasn't the first time we had a bad experience there and unfortunately, it will be the last though. read more

Ho-ly wow...this is the best pizza I've ever had, it's perfect. I've waited up to 3 hours (that's how busy it can get some nights) for this pizza and it was STILL WORTH IT. The pizza is huge and could easily feed 4 very hungry people. I LOVE their sausage and normally I'm not a fan. Pure chance that I ordered from this place but it might be one of the happiest accidents to date. Fantastic ingredients, chewy/crispy crust, tons of cheese. Eventually I'm gonna have to try other parts of their menu but for now, this will be a great occasional treat. read more

Marottas - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Their food is unbelievable! Our favorites include the pizza rustica and their pasta puttanesca. This is a favorite for us read more

We've been here a few times and I've had mixed experiences. The pasta is delicious! The pizza was large but it was sorta greasy, and the wait for takeout can be forever. If I want more than pizza, I am coming here, but likely will get my pizza elsewhere. read more

Update: 6 years since our first meal at Marottas - this food is still amazing, one of our absolute favorite places in Cleveland. We don't live in Cleveland anymore, but any time we are back in town we make it a point to get the Margherita pizza and fried artichokes. It is great for takeout and even better dining in. Wonderful romantic spot that serves great Italian with a good wine list and that isn't snobbish. read more

So Marottas is one of my absolutely favorite places to eat - the food is beyond compare. Especially fond of the lugano, carbonara, lobster pasta, and veal parmagiano. HOWEVER - when I picked up my last order, I was greatly disappointed by the lack of masking and how packed the restaurant was. It's already a tiny space, and they were seating far more people that I would have expected, and as mentioned, there were absolutely no masks on the customers and variable masking with the staff. To make matters worse, the takeout orders were sitting on a table within a foot of a party of 9, all unmasked, breathing all over the orders. Like I said, the food is beyond delicious and I love this restaurant, but I can't see myself coming back here until COVID is over. 5 star food, 2-3 star situation, so 4 stars overall for now. read more

So we just moved to Cleveland from Columbus and my dad came to visit and see our new home. My dad is from NYC and is very critical of any pizza place that claims to be New York style. Well my dad loved it and said this was one of the best slices he's had outside of the East Coast. The whole family loved it and it was very fairy priced for the amount of pizza you get. My wife got an entree salad it was really good but a little small. I plan on going again soon and trying some other items off the menu. But this will probably be my go to pizza place in the area. read more

We were really excited to try Marotta's last night! It was our wedding anniversary and because it was a weekend, we wanted to stay close to home. Outdoor patio seating was awesome- it was enclosed and heated. We normally sit at the bar to eat, but here, it's tiny and the chairs have no backs. My pizza was very good and my husband's lobster pasta (a special) was ok. But the waiter was really weird with my ordering blue cheese crumbles on the side of my salad and asking for the salad to be left on the table to eat the rest of it with my pizza..... read more

Marottas - Italian Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Ordered carryout and had the rustica pizza with sausage and garden salads. My order was on time and pulled out of the oven right when I came to pick it up. Pizza was excellent and would be good with or without the sausage! Liked that the garden salad included chickpeas, cucumber and tomatoes and a piece of fresh bread on the side. read more

the food is okay but the service is terrible. I understand it is understaffed but taking more than 30 minutes past an already long pickup time just doesn't work. read more

Stopped in for a quick dinner and wine. Alex was truly amazing. She was so knowledgeable about the wines and helped me make an amazing selection ; the super Tuscan. Then I got a pizza and it was the perfect addition to the perfect wine read more

Really enjoyed it. Pizza was excellent... got straight pepperoni so nothing super extravagant but it was excellent. I liked the decor but it's kinda narrow and not the most comfortable place as depending on the time the sun will shine right in your face. Also a little pricey as two glasses of wine and a large pizza ran us almost $50.... but I would go back again. read more