Honestly a great fast casual sandwich place. They have an amazing Italian sandwich, but don't sleep on the chicken parm. Doesn't take long to prepare the food and the staff is always friendly. Don't be afraid to try a home baked cookie as well. Another hidden secret they don't advertise is their pizza squares which are tasty and fairly priced as well. Bread is fresh but on the doughy or chewy side. I don't mind that but my some people prefer softer breads. read more

Tripi - Papa Tony - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Finally checked out Tripi and I'm so glad I did! I ordered 2 sandwiches online to take to a cleveland orchestra concert to eat at Blossom and the sandwiches were still so good! Ordered the turkey pesto and the chicken cutlet. The turkey pesto was reallly good and the focaccia soaked up all the pesto! The chicken cutlet would have been better had we eaten it fresh but still delicious. Staff was friendly and had the order as soon as I arrived! Super easy and I was able to find parking quickly too! read more

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Tripi is the kind of sandwich shop that reminds you why neighborhood spots still matter. The Italian beef absolutely delivered - messy in the best way, packed with flavor, and the bread held together like it knew it had a job to do. read more

Tripi - Italian Beef - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Tripi was on my list of places to visit for what seemed liked an eternity. I finally made it a priority to visit! It's one of Chef Anthony Zappola's restaurants. I love his food concepts in the Van Aken District, so my instant love for Tripi wasn't much of a surprise. I also ran into my friend who was eating at Tripi in the dining room. She was also enjoying her experience! We talked for a few minutes about how cool this place is! It's an aesthetically pleasing deli with exposed brick walls and family portraits. It very much feels like entering a modern deli in a big city. I haven't seen another one quite like it in CLE. At the front of the deli you'll discover a stand with various Italian delicacies like pizzelles, pastas, and other pantry favorites. Also, you'll see fridges with delicious looking desserts and vino (on average $12-16 a bottle). The back of the store has a very spacious dining room, select your own table or high top. Deli part is up front with options like pizza, subs, and pepperoni rolls. I ordered Papa Tony sub to go. It has a variety of salamis, capicola, provolone, lettuce, and tomato. The sub was already premade in the case, and I had an option to add on available ingredients. I felt like $14 was a very fair deal. Meat tasted refined and it has just the right amount of spice. I very much enjoyed this sub. I regret not trying dessert! Special note about the chocolate at this store. I have been looking for authentic Italian chocolate for a while at Italian stores, coming up empty. I tried East and West prominent family owned stores. All local stores carry popular brands that can be found anywhere. Here I found chocolates with different flavors that seemed very authentic. I'll be back to buy this chocolate! It was $18. This review wouldn't be complete without noting the friendliness of the employees. One of them quickly realized it's my first visit giving me a quick rundown of the menu and the store layout. I really appreciated this intro and super friendly demeanor. We also had a nice chat about how all the businesses in the area are a little community supportive of each other. I just love that! If you're in the area looking for good eats, stop by at Tripi! I think that you'll love it as much as I did! read more

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Came here for a weekday lunch with my wife...needed to try some of those sandwiches everyone's been raving about! Was not busy when we walked in, so service was quick and efficient. We ordered two sammies and a bag of homemade potato chips. They brought us the meal while we sat in the adjoining dining room. The Tuscan turkey sandwich was served on fresh focaccia bread and topped with pesto mayo, mozzarella and arugaula...it was light but very tasty with the zesty mayo countered by the peppery lettuce. The chicken parm sub was easily shareable and of course served hot with a bright tomato sauce and melted provolone cheese. The homemade rosemary potato chips really hit the spot for a salty bite in-between digging into the sandwiches. Glad we finally had the time to pop in and give them a go. Will not be our last time there! read more

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Absolutely incredible sandwich and cheesecake. Plus it's priced very fairly bc the sandwiches are enough to split and loaded full. The service was fast and super friendly. The food feels super homey too! read more

Tripi - Chicken Cutlet & Prosciutto - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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What a cute spot! Tripi has a small, reasonably priced menu, authentic Italian goods for sale (pasta, sweets, wine), and ample seating. The staff were SO sweet and friendly. We tried their famous Papa Tony -- the filling of the sandwich was delicious but the bread was a bit dry. We also tried the pasta dinner; the pasta was only ok but the meatballs were delicious. Overall, a solid spot to grab a quick, casual bite! read more

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Sandwiches were great. Chicken parm and chicken cutlet and prosciutto were awesome. House made chips were super light and crisp. Staff was super friendly and helpful. read more

I saw the Italian sandwich on Insta featured in 'Best Sandwiches in Cleveland'. The list is no lie. I was so excited to find Tripi open around dinnertime so we popped in. The wedding soup was very good. We also shared a pepperoni roll and it was nice and stuffed. The crown jewel was the Italian sandwich. Peppers, muffulata, AND giardinera??! Yes please. The bread was fresh and delicious- I was pleased to find out they bake it themselves! Quality meats and cheeses and perfectly constructed. The staff was super friendly and walked us through our options before we ordered. It's not a huge menu- which I love. That tells me they do a handful of foods and they do them well. Prices were on par with similar shops. I don't normally directly compare small businesses, but there are clear reasons why I will likely visit Tripi over another popular sandwich shop in close proximity: 1) the hours 2) the availability 3) the dining room Can't wait to visit again and try more deliciousness. The pizza looked and smelled so good. read more

Tripi - Italian sandwich was killer! - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Amazing food, friendly service, and clean/cute decor. My family came for lunch on a Saturday and the staff was super attentive and answered all of our questions. We had the chicken cutlet and prosciutto (standout), both eggplant and chicken parm, the Papa Tony, and an order of pasta. The bread, sauce, and everything else seems to made fresh in house. Everything was delicious! This was our first visit but we'll be coming back soon! read more

I am mad at myself for driving by this place so many times and not stopping in. Fiancé and I made it here today and wow we were blown away. New neighborhood favorite! read more

Tripi Italian is now OPEN as of Thursday, 22 June 2023. The owner also owns Lox, Stock, and Brisket and the Rice Shop. SOLD OUT -- I arrived on a Friday afternoon at 2pm, a day after their grand opening, to find them sadly closed. I will try again another day but from a customer service perspective, at least they left a note on their front door about being sold out for the day. I came back the next day, on Saturday, 24 June and they were open. They opened at 11:30am and I arrived after 12:00noon. They got busy as I left around 12:40pm. FOOD (3.5/5) -- They have sandwiches and pasta dinners for $11. They also sell a salami sandwich for $13. There are soft drinks (soda), juices, and water bottles in a fridge for sale as well. Water is $1 for a bottle. I ordered the Italian sausage sandwich ($11) without peppers and without onions. The sausage was slightly spicy which I loved. The Italian sausage sandwich came with mozzarella cheese and a tomato sauce. I don't like eating cheese but the mozzarella was good. I didn't get sauce in my sandwich but later on, I asked someone to get me sauce on the side which made the sandwich taste a bit better because the BREAD was so hard. I could hardly eat the while sausage sandwich because the bread was almost rock hard. VIBE -- This is a casual Italian restaurant that feels more like a cafe. I love the colourful photo frames on the wall too. Overall, if you love pasta and sandwiches then come and try this new restaurant. **** - 72/150 total reviews in 2023 - 623 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 23 June 2023 (edited on 24 June 2023) read more

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Great sandwich, quick and very friendly! Plenty of places to sit and eat as well. Very nice seating area. Clean as well. read more

Tripi - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

The Italian sandwich's here hit the spot. Having spent the last 3 decades of my life in Brooklyn I miss the small Italian sand which shops that were no frills. Tripi provides that and more. I got the eggplant parm sandwich and holy ish, it was good. I was skeptical about there tomato sauce as anyone would be but THE TOMATO SAUCE IS THE BOMB. The whole sandwich hit home and for $10 on a hero semolina contraption it was worth every penny. Service was super friendly and I def suggest you going. The side salad was also a light treat! THIS PLACE HITS HOME, AMAAZINNNGGG!! read more

Tripi - a person's hand holding a half eaten sandwich - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Came here late on a Saturday. Place was completely empty I think it's more of a lunch place. The chicken parm was flavorful but didn't seem crispy if fresh as it was a bit soggy. Tuscan turkey was okay but I wouldn't say I was amazed read more

On a Sunday morning, I was craving some Italian food, specifically a sandwich of some sort. I heard of Tripi before but never tried it myself. The perfect opportunity arose when I was walking around Ohio City. I walked in, it was quite empty, but that was perfect for me. Just a few people were inside excluding the staff. I settled on the Italian beef, I have a family background in Chicago, and have tried a good amount of Italian beef restaurants. Tripi's take on the Italian beef is a good 7/10! Not bad in my book. I love the atmosphere, simple but not too plain. There is plenty of seating to choose from when visiting, I got the seat by the front window, it was a tremendous experience. Will be visiting soon. read more

Great LITTLE Italian spot, good-homemade food, friendly staff, tough to get in at times Quaint place with sweet old family photos on the walls. read more

My husband and I have discovered Tripi because they sell bread in Van Aiken. The Italian beef, mine, and Papa Tony, my husband, are more than worth the trip! Here's another thing, I believe you can taste the love and care in food. Tony and Linda put their love and care into the food they prepare, and it's a divine combination. I forgot my purse in the restaurant and went over a week looking for it. Linda and Tony went above and beyond what average people would do. THEY Found me. Put the effort in to do that instead of just keeping it and eventually getting rid of it. That act of kindness makes me hopeful and optimistic about all of us. You deserve to experience this spot! read more

Stopped in for lunch my wife had the Chicken Parm I had Italian Beef, both sandwiches were very good also had slice of pizza which was good. We eat in the dining room which was very nice. Service was very good, pleasant staff. We will be back again when in the area. read more

Stopped in to have lunch while working in the Ohio city area and had an exceptional sandwich. The staff was pleasant and gave great advice for my first but not last visit. The dining area was utilitarian but comfortable. PS the restrooms were very clean. read more

Great spot for a sandwiches/salad/pasta. We've had everything on the menu, and the sandwiches here are without question some of the best in the city. Consistent food made in house. Service is always top notch. They are happy to answer all sorts of questions about the food. read more

This place has a great slice of pizza, it's a rectangular cut gem and it's only 3$ I would definitely stop in here to get anything else they make. But the sausage pizza I bought was great. The dough was thick but doughy, the only thing I wanted more of was the sauce. Anyways quick friendly service. It's just a walk in type lunch place no seating. read more

Good sandwich. Healthy Salad options. Friendly staff. Affordable coffee. Nice cafe seating area. No complaints. read more

Tripi - Good Italian sandwich (papa Tony) - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Very nice and simple, good staff and choices for sandwiches and love the hard bread! Will be back! Love the area!

The attention to detail of the prepared Italian sandwich is superior, no surprise that this place is owned by a Chef with deep Italian roots. Service is great and the ambiance is very welcoming like an Authentic Italian restaurant should be! read more

Awesome food, so much better than chains. Meat is fresh and the employees are knowledgeable and friendly. Worth a trip

Came across this place serendipitously as we were wandering the west side. Fantastic sandwiches!!! What a treat!! And I am not much of a sandwich person. We had a Chicken Cutlet & Prosciutto sandwich. Super friendly staff. Fast service. Looking forward to coming again when we visit west side. read more

I'll eat anything that Anthony Zappola makes, so I was excited to check out his new spot in Ohio City, marking his triumphant return to the west side since leaving the Ohio city Galley years ago. Trust me when I tell you that Tripi does not disappoint. This is a casual spot where the food is bonkers-level good. It's got a sort of decades-ago vibe about it in a good way, in the way that characters from The Sopranos used to sit outside an Italian deli all day every day. It's also enormous, with lots of seating and space for parties and events, too. You could easily have a birthday or anniversary party here (and Zappola wants you to! It's rentable!) The chicken Parmesan sandwich is simple but perfectly done -- and hearty, too, with leftovers for lunch tomorrow. The biggest, baddest sandwich on the menu is the Papa Tony, four kinds of meat, cheese, lettuce and Italian dressing on fresh-baked crusty bread. And leave room for dessert, which is incredible -- cannoli, cookies, little pies in cups (get the cheesecake!). Honestly, everything here is just very straightforwardly delicious. It's clear that it's a labor of love for its owner, and it's a delight to enjoy his food. read more

I would go 4.5 stars, but that is not an option. I did not select 4 stars because it was clearly better than just "Good". It's very good. Menu is very concise - 4 sandwiches, pasta selection, pizza and 2 salads. I did take out the Papa Tony and 2 slices of Pepperoni pizza. The Papa Tony's are already prepared and will add on banana peppers, giardiniera, muffuletta mix and dressing, as you so choose. I added 3 out of the 4. It's the Italian sandwich which comes with the 4 italian meats on it. The clerk was a wonderful young lady. I did not get her name, but she proved to be an excellent clerk. She recommended not heating up the Papa Tony since it had lettuce and tomato on it already. I obliged. The sub was very good. Great taste from everything on a very firm (some say too hard) sub roll. $14 sub. The pizza reminded me of an Italian 's home made pizza - Sicilian square, great dough with scant touches of cheese. It was very good. $3 slice Overall a very, good experience with very good food. I would recommend them and I will defiantly be back. read more

Chicken Parm sandwich was good wish they had a chicken cutlet sandwiches with light sauce and onions and mushrooms! Like California sandwiches or Commisso brothers but that's another country! A+ read more

Friendly staff and great sandwiches! I just got an Italian Beef. This is the second time I've had it and it was delicious! I also got a piece of cheesecake, but haven't tried it yet. Looking forward to it, they make it in house too. read more

Food was great and the staff was fabulous. Definitely will be back. The atmosphere was inviting

The chicken cutlet and prosciutto sandwich was incredible. The type of sandwich where you close your eyes and say a prayer during your first bite. The sandwich that makes you take your shoes off and wiggle your toes. Praise god. I would have taken a picture but I didn't have the patience to put it down. Very happy this place opened up and it's so close to me in Ohio City. I shall be back. read more

Absolutely amazing. Papa Toni sandwich was fantastic. Staff was so wonderful. We drove two hours and worth every bite. read more

Tripi - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This is a small restaurant right on Lorain Ave. in Ohio City. Restaurants that are open every day and have consistently good food are a little scarce over here but there's a good donut shop! Tripi has sandwiches, salads and pasta and the selection is ever growing. It's an Italian theme so they have pasta with red sauce and a variety of toppings like eggplant, fried chicken breast or meatballs. The same can be made as a a hot sandwich or go for one of the premade sandwiches in the case which are enough for 2 meals. The hot food is hot and not lukewarm. There are desserts and salads and lasagna to heat up, and a little store so you can shop to prepare a meal at home. A good size dining room is just out of view. The counter staff is friendly and helpful. read more

Excellent Italian sandwich and meatball sub, the bread was perfect. The guy running the shop was extremely welcoming when picking this up, I will be back read more

Got the Italian sandwich. Flavors were on point. Amazing bread. I have been salivating about this sandwich for a while and it lived up to the hype. The guy at the counter was super nice also! I will be back... read more

Got the Papa Tony. It was premade and all I had to do was say which toppings I wanted. I was in and out in maybe 5 minutes. Very large sandwich. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Would return and recommend. read more

Tripi - Papa Tony - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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I've been here a few times since they've opened as my boyfriend lives in the neighborhood and will continue to be a repeat customer. First off, as soon as you walk in it smells amazing. I've ordered the Papa Toni twice and the Meatball sub once and the salad in their fridge twice. Service is always fast even when the line has been out the door and the food is fresh and tasted incredible. The sandwiches are huge but I love saving the other half for my lunch the next day or splitting with my boyfriend. Happy to have another great restaurant join the neighborhood and look forward to returning. read more

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unhinge your jaw for this Italian sandwich! Oh my. Not just huge but amazing flavors going on. Loved the peppers and gardinia both. Pepperoni bread was also fantastic. Can't wait to go back and try more. read more