Best Historic Restaurants in Little Italy

Professional restauranters are running this restaurant. This is old school service. Front end staff is pleasant and knowledgeable. Managers are attentive. Bartender is a pro. Our apps (we had 4 I'm embarrassed to admit) were excellent. The crab app and the mushroom gnocchi app (available in bar) were outstanding. My entre (grouper) was very salty but I will give that a pass because everything else was excellent. If you are seeking an old school fine dining experience with knowledgeable and personable wait staff in Cleveland, it is basically down to Johnny's on Fulton and Blue Point. I put this place on a level with several first rate restaurants in Manhattan and Washington D.C.

Wonderful food, desserts, wine and atmosphere. Perfect for a date night, and a great location before a concert/event in University Circle. $10 cash parking in church parking lot close to restaurant, or valet is also an option.

Love the environment and service here. Our server was excellent; timely and attentive. Our meals (chicken entree and linguini w/clams) were delicious. We also had the calamari appy and the clam chowder. The calamari is the most unique and delicious of any anywhere; lightly breaded calamari, roasted cherry tomatoes, olives and mushrooms.....amazing! The chowder was light and full of clams...and flavor! Have to mention the great, crusty bread and tamponade that is brought early on. Gave a 'good' for value because even without drinks and dessert, the meal was over $100 for two which bumps it up to more of a special event dining.

The veggie sushi roll was delicious and the fries are always the best!

Dante never disappoints. The food and drinks are always amazing. The service as well. This is my go to when people are in from out of town. Shows off our incredible food scene in the CLE.