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The Palazzo, Cleveland, OH

The Palazzo

4.8 (696)
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
10031 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
At age the of 20, Chef Rafael moved with his wife to Cleveland, Ohio. His goal was to continue his Italian culinary skills which he acquired in the region of Verona, Italy.
Chef Rafael was introduced to the restaurant industry at a very young age. His grandmother was very well known for her home-cooked dishes. She loved having her grandson with her as she cooked meals as soon as he was able to walk. He was six years old when he first learned how to make homemade pasta and, by age 14, he was ready to embark on his own culinary journey. His first stop was Verona, Italy,which was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The romantic and rich architectural heritage of Verona was matched by the great culinary venues of that city and Chef Rafael's experience and skills grew exponentially. Three years later, Chef Rafael traveled to Belgium and France where he then experienced cooking French cuisine as well.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cleveland West
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 696 people are saying

The Palazzo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cleveland

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Palazzo offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "fantastic" food and a "beautiful atmosphere." Diners praise its "excellent service" and "friendly staff." The menu features delightful Italian dishes like lamb chops and seafood pasta. It's a "hidden gem" in Cleveland, worth the drive for a memorable meal.
696 Reviews
  1. Tom

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time. Never disappoints. Service is top notch. Food is impeccable

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  2. Kathleen VIP

    Cleveland18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent! The waiter was attentive and friendly. The service was prompt.

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  3. Bob VIP

    Cleveland68 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our anniversary dinner was a pleasant experience.we.started with the scallops that were cooked perfect with a special sauce. The beet salad was well presented with large pieces of beets. We.then had the cavatelli and the lanb chops over risotto. Everything was very fresh and prepared to perfection.

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  4. Maggie VIP

    Cleveland15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is incredible at this place! Such a Cleveland hidden gem. We love coming here for the specials and all of the food on the menu is great.

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  5. Susan

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose Palazzo based on the positive reviews- and they were spot on!! Absolutely delicious food, friendly service, beautiful atmosphere. We had the lobster tails with risotto, gnocchi, and lobster ravioli. Every dish was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and presented. We had a pear pasta appetizer that was to die for and the scallop appetizer that was just as good. We live about 30 minutes away but it was absolutely worth the drive. We will be going again!!

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  6. John VIP

    New York City66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat in the bar area for the first time and loved the vibe. The food and service are always just fantastic. We come here often.

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  7. John VIP

    Cleveland22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. The best Italian restaurant in Cleveland.

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  8. Joe

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere. Mom loved the meatballs.

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  9. paul VIP

    Cleveland21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food at a fair price. Nice ambiance I’ll definitely return

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  10. Jordan

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such good food, service and prices! an absolute hidden gem!

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FAQs

The Palazzo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (216) 417-7005.

The Palazzo is rated 4.8 stars by 696 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Cleveland / Akron / Canton
  4. Cleveland
  5. Cleveland West

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Palazzo

10031 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cleveland West
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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