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Valerio's
- Hours:
Tue-Thu. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Fri-Sat. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sun. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
4 reviews for Valerio's
Valerio's is a shoe box-sized Little Italy gem! It has (approximately) an 8-stool bar and maybe 10 tables. Reservations are a must on weekends and prepare to be a bit cramped, especially if waiting for a table.
Food and atmosphere are both authentic (to this non-Italian, at least). Service was genuine and personal. My favorite spot in Little Italy!
I went to Valerio's new location when I was in town visiting family. Food was delicious! We had both the calamari and muscles for an appetizer and for an entree I selected the shrimp ravioli. Food was very fresh, wine was delicous and the room was dimly lit, making for a good dining experience.
The only negative was the restaurant itself. I think there is some room for improvement with the decor. Although I liked the dim lights, the decor is very minimalist and could be spiced up a bit.
Now that Porcelli's is gone, the best place in Little Italy in my opinion.
GOOD STUFF: If I was going to show someone a little italy type place, Valerio's would be it. Small and crowded to the point of almost being smothering. Always a table of old Italian guys sitting there having drinks and food. Great food and the best Tiramisu I have ever had.
BAD STUFF: As above, small and crowded....buy hey, its LITTLE ITALY. I wouldn't want it any other way. Bar can get so crowded at times that it spills into the dining area. Can be noisy as well.
PRICE: about 80$ for two with bottle of wine.
OVERALL: This place is great! If you're going to have one dinner in little Italy this is the place to go. Feels authentic and the food and desserts are awesome.
The absolute best restaurant in Cleveland's Little Italy!
THE UP-SIDE: Everything an Italian restaurant should be! Valerio's is small, quaint, and overflowing with an authentic Italian restaurant vibe. The food is absolutely outstanding and the staff is incredibly nice. To top it off, the prices are very reasonable for such an outstanding dining experience. (Expect to pay about $75 for a dinner for two with wine.) By far, the nicest, little restaurant in Cleveland's Little Italy.
THE DOWN-SIDE: The place is small, and that's part of the charm. However, it's also VERY busy on weekends. Thus, it's always a challenge getting seated at the exact time of your reservation. Just relax, sit at the bar, and wait. It's worth it!
THE SUM-IT-UP: A small, bustling, wonderful little Italian restaurant that is not to be missed. Don't go here expecting things to happen on a quick timeline. Sit down, relax, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy some incredible Italian food - at a leisurely pace.
Good stuff!!!
