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The Palazzo, Cleveland, OH

The Palazzo

4.8 (709)
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
10031 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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 709 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cleveland

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Palazzo consistently delivers "excellent food and service" with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "phenomenal experience" and the chef-owner's genuine hospitality. Dishes like lobster ravioli and veal ravioli are highlights. Despite sometimes snug seating, its "hidden gem" status with "impeccable" service keeps patrons returning.
709 Reviews
  1. John VIP

    New York City66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and service. We sat in the bar area this time.

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  2. Matthew

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and drinks. Fun experience great for a date night or special occasion.

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  3. Rachel VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience! The staff, atmosphere, food, entire experience .. phenomenal! The chef / owner came out to talk with us at the end of our meal, and he was positively incredible. So genuine and unbelievably talented! Will definitely back!

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  4. joshua VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    1st time here and the food and drinks were very good. Will definitely return.

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  5. Mary VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely little place with delicious food and great service.

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  6. Jerico

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The dining experience at this restaurant was outstanding—truly some of the finest Italian cuisine available outside of Italy. Each dish is expertly seasoned and full of flavor. I savored the Tortellini di Vitello Ripieni, which struck the perfect balance between a velvety cream sauce and tender noodles. My young sons were absolutely thrilled with the Margherita pizza, devouring every bite. Although the seating area is somewhat snug, it remains comfortable and inviting. We are eager to return and are excited at the prospect of becoming regular patrons. Don’t miss out on this gem!

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  7. Dalton VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! The atmosphere was great, nice little hidden gem. Service was great as well. Well be going here again.

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  8. Christian VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Palazzo always hits a homerun. Saturday night included an energetic crowd. My table was in a high traffic area and wish we were seated elsewhere but overall a great experience.

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  9. g VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton125 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is now the fourth time in three months that we have died here. We are so happy with the care given to us. We don’t go there just to eat good food, we go because everyone knows what they’re doing! From the hosting and servers, especially Jose who never misses a beat and has awesome recommendations, to the chef who offers variations from the usual entrées that other places give. Thank you for your hospitality and for a great night!

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  10. Erika

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been meaning to try this restaurant for quite some time and I’m glad I finally stopped. The food was out of this world and our server was amazing… If I could take him with me to every restaurant I went to that would be awesome lol. Cute restaurant, quiet atmosphere very quaint… Five stars

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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 709 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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
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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