The pizza was a great lunch treat. The cheese was fresh and its aroma was cheesy and funky! The crust had a great flop, and underneath it had nice subtle char marks indicating a perfect balance of hardness and texture without burning or overcooking. The gentleman who took our order in the phone was polite, welcoming, and friendly. He made the ordering process effortless. Overall the pizza was a perfect treat for lunch on a sunny 70 degree day! read more

Dal Fuoco - Margarita pizza. - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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I went to Dal Fuoco for a fun night out and it was a terrible experience. The overall restaurant is very cute and nice inside but the waiter we had and food were very disappointing. The waiter rushed us, took food off the table before we were even halfway done, denied to special request, and was incredibly rude. We were checked on every 2 minutes and felt like we never were given a chance to review the menu and make our selections for both drinks and food. Incredibly disappointed in the treatment we received. The food was not great. Our appetizers were very good but the main entrees were very cold and underwhelming. The food came out immediately after we ordered and it looked like it had been sitting out waiting. For the prices I would definitely not recommend. read more

My daughter and I made reservations to dine at Dal Fuoco before heading downtown to see a show at Playhouse square. Overall, I would say the dining experience was a experience for me. Our server was David and he was FANTASTIC!!! We were in time for Happy Hour and ordered: Herbed Oil and bread - which was great!!! Cheese Pizza - ummm yummy!!!! Wine for my daughter I ordered 2 Watermelon lemon drop martinis - the little sign on the table said $5 (but I was charged $8 for them - but still a good deal as they were delicious - just confusing) For entrees, I ordered the lasagna - which was fabulous, and my daughter ordered the eggplant parmesan - she had been here one time before and thought it was incredible. Yesterday was not as great and she left a little disappointed. Here's where the stars really come off to make it only three stars versus five as we were leaving. It was in a downpour and I ran down the street to get my car. My daughter was standing by the host. He seemed very nice at first, but then he started trying to educate or something, my daughter on the ways of Italy and telling my daughter that if we were in Italy, the Italians would be very offended that we did not spend 3+ hours at the restaurant - I'm sorry we had a show to go to and we were already there for 90 minutes) and if you were disappointed in the fact that we didn't stay at your establishment for three hours perhaps you'd like to give us our money back as a show of your extreme disappointment. My daughter and her husband recently traveled to Italy and did not stay in any restaurant whatsoever in the two weeks they were there for 3+ hours and never felt like the restaurant proprietors were disappointed in them. Also, he started lecturing my daughter how in America everything is rushed in people are rushing to get out of restaurants and if you walked into their restaurant five minutes before close, they would never rush you out and give you a full course meal that you had intended on having even if it meant staying three hours after close so good to know for all night owls!!!! I honestly don't know what this guy was trying to prove, but he kind of ruined the whole vibe and the whole experience for me with my daughter telling me about this. Anyway, the fabulous food in the exceptional service shouldn't be docked because of this guy who thought he was better than everybody else - gosh I hope he's not the owner and I just gave him my hard earned money and he's offended that I didn't spend 3+ hours in his restaurant. I guess next time I just won't visit Dal Fuoco and I have to try to keep in mind the 3+ hour minimum time commitment when recommending restaurants to my friends. read more

Dal Fuoco - Lasagna and eggplant parmesan straight from the brick oven! - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Tried here for the first time on Valentine's Day. I can't wait to go back! We had a reservation, which was made easily online. The man at the host stand was warm and friendly. We were seated at a little table (the place is small but packs in a lot of small tables). They were running a valentine special for $99 per couple, and we couldn't pass it up! Wha a deal! We each got a glass or wine. Both were sooooo tasty. And the wine glasses were huge haha! We go a spinach dip. The dip was fine, but the bread was hard as a rock. Completely inedible. Could have chipped a tooth on those! I thought about asking for fresh bread, but our server didn't come by the table very often, and was in such a rush when she did. Then we got a cheese pizza that was sooo good. Tasted just like Italy! Yum! We had to ask for water. Which came in a very small bottle for us to split, which was very Italian, but the bottle was so small. We were thirsty most of our dinner :/ Then we got our entrees. I got the eggplant parm and I WAS OBSESSED! It tasted exactly like Italy! Mmmm. I can't remember what my husband got, but he liked his too. Then we got the Leon mascarpone cake for dessert that was okay! We loved looking at the Italy slideshow of pictures, reminiscing on our own trip to Italy. It was really fun. Overall, I would definitely recommend and visit again ! read more

Dal Fuoco - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Tried this place after seeing it on TikTok. It's very cute and the ambiance is great. The team was very friendly. That said, the food has some opportunities. My husband and I got the meatballs (3/5), spinach dip (3/5), short rib pasta (3/5), and risotto (2/5). As a vegetarian I love Italian restaurants because you can count on them having a pasta I can eat but unfortunately not here. I will say that the pizzas looked good, I'd be willing to try that next time! read more

Dal Fuoco - Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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My friend and I discovered this restaurant yesterday via a Google search. I'd never heard of it before, turns out they opened a few months ago. We ended up going two days in a row because it is that good. I live in Beachwood, otherwise it seriously would've been a third night. Lisa was our waitress both times and she was awesome and had great suggestions. Every single dish we tried was outstanding, like crave-worthy. My friend and I were very pleasantly surprised. The prices are all very reasonable but there is also a happy hour daily as well. The restaurant has an open kitchen, and plenty of seating. It's truly a hidden gem. You will not be disappointed. read more

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I asked my mom is she wanted to go out for dinner on this fine autumn Friday and she said yes there is a new Italian place on Clifton. I used to live a block north of the place on 105 and Lake. One of our favorite new places has been La Ville Lumiere which is right next door. I'm happy to see the old neighborhood get more good dining options. I used to just drink at Tick Tock Tavern or Johnny Malloys way back when. The staff at Dal Fuoco was so kind and warm. It's nice to step inside from out in the cold to friendly people. The service was excellent. We had the caprese salad, wedding soup, meatballs, pizza and eggplant. All of it was great. Highly recommend the meatballs and pizza. Nice neopolitan style. The sauce is a nice bright red, fresh tomatoes. None of that dark red thick tomato paste based sauce you find at some other local joints. Prices are very affordable as well. They will be getting a liquor license soon and should have a few bar stools. Nice patio out front so hopefully they will have seating out there if and when we ever get warm weather again. Come try a new local owned joint in a great neighborhood and spread the word! Got the tiramisu to go and just had it, so good! Truly a night to remember. read more

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Tried this restaurant recently. The service was very good but the food quality is really not up to par. Food seemed microwaved. read more

Here again for another amazing happy hour. These $10 pizzas are amazing ... I am not a fan of thick, pasty pizza sauce, but here the sauce is mostly just smashed tomatoes. Starting with bread and dip along with $5 glasses of wine, you can't beat it. read more

Dal Fuoco - Delish - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This might be my new favorite spot! Despite being brand new the food was delicious and the staff were amazingly friendly! The manager (or possibly owner) even stopped by to apologize for the continuing construction. The whipped ricotta appetizer was so good and they even brought us extra crostinis! My boyfriend got the meatball sandwich, which comes hot and toasty out of the pizza oven, and those are some delicious meatballs! I think my favorite part though was cutting my pizza with scissors! It felt like playing with your food or something and I couldn't help but giggle the entire time! I plan on coming back here a LOT! read more

Honestly. Not very good. From the crostini (chewy) to the sauce (watery) - I was not impressed. Didn't finish my plate. read more

I'm insanely disappointed. I ordered a to-go pizza from here a few days ago and it was completely inedible. Somehow it was both burnt to a crisp and under-done. By the time I realized, it was already too late in my day and I didn't have the energy to go back. Money wasted, but a lesson learned. I have no plans to order from here again. read more

Dal Fuoco - I know the pic isn't great but I was so frustrated sending it to a friend right before throwing it out - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This review is for our second dining experience at Dal Fuoco - and it will not be our last. The place is darling and the staff are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Our server, Brock, went out of his way to accommodate our particular wishes. The pizza was delicious and the roasted chicken was juicy and flavorful. Looking forward to visiting again soon! read more

The staff were very friendly and the food was extremely good. My husband and I plan on trying everything on the menu . I can't wait to go back. read more

Excellent service! Great atmosphere! Food is fantastic! Staff were very customer oriented! Provided great food choices from menu!

Had a fantastic dinner here last night! The food was absolutely delicious, but the service really set the experience apart. Our waiter, David, was incredibly knowledgeable and 'knew his stuff' when it came to the menu. Every recommendation he made was completely on point. The staff was attentive without being overbearing. It's a great new addition to the neighborhood, I will definitely be back! read more

Probably still working their kinks out.. ordered take out a while back, was shocked at how small the pizza was for the price and it was mostly dough, burnt on the bottom and just seemed questionable like not high end ingredients at all. Not sure I'd try again :/ read more

Went here for the first time with my sister for her belated birthday. It's in a space that used to be a corner store that we went to to get penny candy and popsicles as a kid, so it had added a bit of interest to going there. The food was really good and the service was great, and everyone was friendly. Totally worth going - I'm definitely going back. read more

The food and atmosphere was great. The service was above average. I am from out of town and I highly recommend.

It was just not it for me. We got pasta dishes and both were underwhelming with not enough sauce. The salad had no arugula and was not fresh. No drink menu yet and the only saving grace was the tiramisu read more

went for dinner with a friend. service was very good. pleasant atmosphere. But...Caesar salad was made with arugula instead of romain. Ugh. wine pour is 5 oz, barely covered the bottom of a huge, and quite dirty, wine glass. pizza was decent, but small in size for the $18 charge. not big enough to share. probably not going back. read more

This establishment has the best Italian cuisine on the west side. The staff was warm and welcoming. The atmosphere was very pleasant. The music was not loud.One could actually hold a conversation without shouting . Every dish that I sampled was superb. The tiramisu was mouth watering, equal to or surpassing anything in Little Italy. It is my desire that the restaurant obtains a liquor license-at that time I will give it 6 stars! read more

The restaurant seems like it was built around the wood fired pizza oven, an excellent choice as the pizzas are the star of the show. Beautifully decorated, understated and rustic, crisp and clean. Our meals were high quality and delicious. Server was exceptionally good. read more

If you're looking for a new Italian restaurant to try this is the place!! The place is cute it had a great atmosphere everyone was very nice and welcoming. From appetizers I recommend the meatballs they were so good the sauce is the best part. For dinner I recommend the pizza it has the brick house oven taste it's so good. I also recommend mammas lasagna. Everything was very quick and the food was very hot . It was so quick we were in and out! 10/10 definitely recommend to anyone that loves original Italian food. And hopefully they get their liquor license too their bar was so cute! read more

Second visit to this restaurant. Enjoyed the Whipped Risotto appetizer and the Roasted Chicken entree. Neither one disappointed! Had to be one of the most delicious chicken entrée dinners I've ever tasted. Seasoned and baked to perfection. White meat is traditionally drier with chicken on the bone, yet this entrée was tender, moist and succulent throughout. Would definitely recommend without reservation and it was great to get actual chicken pieces as opposed to the mundane boneless chicken breasts serviced just about everywhere else. Dal Fuoco DEFINITELY nailed this delicious entrée. The professionalism of Jay the Owner/Manager was very much appreciated, as he checked on everyone in the dining room to ensure their experience and food was to the highest quality and standards. A true, and genuine terrific individual. read more

Dal Fuoco - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

We went around 3pm on a Saturday . They are still working the kinks out. We were to only ones in the place besides the staff, Mgr and owner. We were sat right away and th3 atmosphere is modern not thrilled about the choice in seating, hard wood banquets and no cushioned chairs. The tables are small scaled and so is the it's bitsy salt and pepper shakers which im sure will come up missing. Our server was pleasant and apologetic that their liquor license hasn't been approved yet. My friend ordered a pepperoni Pizza, their pizzas are wood fired and are 8" pizzas that come with a pair of scissors and they say its traditional... i smiled but behind my smile.I'm thinking i've traveled to italy, and i've been to every pizzeria.In the area and beyond, and i've never been served a pizza with a pair of scissors.Hilarious! I ordered the lasagna, which was mostly noodles.There was hardly any meat in it.And the meat that was there kind of tasted like.Dog food had kind of a foul taste to it.The sauce was light and not very flavorful.When I ordered again no was it so bad I would complain.No, I ate the whole thing I was hungry. The place is adorable.The manager's a sweetheart.The staff is sweet and kind.It's a wonderful addition to our neighborhood.I hope they can work the kinks out.As this will be a fantastic place to come to more than once or twice a month. Let's give them some support people! read more

We all thought the service was wonderful. Felt very welcome. Loved the salmon, soups, and the wine selection. The lemon dessert, and gelatin and chocolate cake were fabulous. The whipped ricotta appetizer was okay as was the short rib pasta. Definitely needed more short rib. The ambiance was comforting with the rotating slide show of Italy. read more

Great new spot! Food, drinks and service were very good and will definitely return soon to try the many menu items. Early on didn't have liquor license but now is a full cocktail and wine menu. read more

Great new Italian spot. Servers are all wonderful and attentive and the General Manager made us feel welcomed. No liquor license yet but the mocktails were delicious and refreshing. The octopus appetizer is unique and delicious and presented as a piece of art. Had the eggplant parm and my husband had the bolognese . We tend to share. Both dishes were excellent. The portions on the eggplant was perfect. The bolognese portion could have been a little larger but that's probably more because we shared it. It was delicious and we wanted more! Can't wait to go back and try something different -- probably a pizza since they all sounded delicious. read more

We stopped by mid-afternoon for our first visit to Del Fuoco recently (We love the French restaurant next door as well). Dal Fuoco was fantastic. The menu is much more interesting and curated than your average pizza or Italian restaurant in CLE...but very reasonably priced. We shared the Apple and Arugula salad, the octopus carpaccio appetizer and a pizza. I was surprised to see dishes like the Octopus Carpaccio appetizer ... and it was delicious (served with a small arugula salad). The Farmhouse Prosciutto pizza was excellent as well, served with an egg right in the middle of it (like a Pizza Capriciosa in Italy...one of my favroites). The Chocolate Ganache cake and an espresso were a great way to wrap it all up. Can't wait to get back here and try some of the entrées, including the Italian Brisket !! read more

Nice place to dine on Cleveland's west side. No liquor license yet but seems like it's coming soon. Food was 5 Stars, Service was 3.5 Stars but Management recognized the gap. We will definitely return and give this location another try. Parking is non-existent read more

Excellent excellent food! Small menu, cozy atmosphere, great service. All homemade and locally sourced ingredients. Recommend the lasagna and the coffee. read more