This evening I had a perfect dinner at Nora. It started with homemade focaccia and a delicious panzanella salad. I had a delicious glass of Chianti and THE BEST gnocchi I have ever had. This was all served by a superb waitress. I will be back.
Nicole L.
This place was greatly disappointing. We were so excited to try this place due to the homemade pastas and it being a staple in Little Italy. Sadly it was very underwhelming. Nora changed the menu just days before we visited and it was a Mexican/Italian flare. I ordered the shrimp Diablo which sounded great but it was under seasoned yet very salty. Also it had avocado in pasta, awful combination. The only reason we did give this a 1 star were for the appetizers. The meatballs and the spring rolls were very good actually. Hopefully they go back to their original Italian menu but this just wasn't good.
James R.
My favorite in Little Italy. Limited menu, but who cares, cause it's all amazing and made fresh. More Cinghiale, yes and please.
Diane J.
They recently changed their menu to have a Mexican influence. It now has things like ravioli nachos and jalapeño popper arancini . We loved this restaurant for it's traditional Italian food now they have selections like taco pasta and chorizo spaghetti and meatballs. You can't be every thing to everyone and the current food selections were not good. Not going back til they figure out who they are. BTW diners sitting near lunch s also commented on weird menu and asked the server about it. The service was excellent but there were only 6 of us in the restaurant.
Grant V.
Chicken Florentine was ok. Veal Piccata and Lemon Carbonara were inedible. I don't even know how to describe the flavor, but whatever they were trying to do was just bad.
Jamie S.
I had a great time at Nora's! It's a little ways off the main Little Italy street so you definitely won't feel crowded. I'd describe the restaurant as intimate and great for date night. Perhaps the best part of the night was when they brought out their delicious steaming hot bread that was clearly just out of the oven! I could have eaten a whole loaf on my own. We ordered cocktails off the new Spring menu that were absolutely delicious. I really enjoyed their flavor and size, and it seemed like almost every cocktail on the menu would be worth ordering. For dinner, I got the Carbonara which was a bit different than carbonara that I usually get at restaurants and had snap peas. My friend got the Chicken Florentine which she enjoyed. According to the menu, the pasta was all hand made, and truly was delicious! My carbonara was a bit too oily for my taste, but I guess that's what happens when you cook with pancetta. Even though the staff was incredibly attentive and the food was good, I wish the restaurant updated their website to display the correct menu because we were expecting a completely different menu when we arrived. Luckily, we were still able to find delicious items on the Spring menu, but wish we would have know since the menus are completely 100% different. I definitely thought the price was a bit steep for the food, but it was plated beautifully and we truly had such an attentive waitress. There were only a few tables occupied while we were there on a Saturday night and this place deserved more customers.
Marianne K.
Came here for a birthday dinner a couple months ago. One of the worst dining experiences ever. The stuffed mushroom appetizer was still frozen and we had to ask them to reheat and it was very clear it was done in the microwave. The bread for the table was just inedible, almost a rock. Our orders were incorrect but at this point we didn't have the heart to send it back. I got the chicken saltimbocca and some part of the chicken were possibly raw while others were super dry. Very clear that this was not fresh food at all. Only saving grace was that their limoncello was tasty.
Mike A.
While there are several good places to go in Little Italy, Nora is a little odd the beaten path being farther away from the main strip. After trying it, we plan on making several returns. The food was excellent, first and foremost. Homemade pastas, good sauces, small seasonal menu that prioritizes quality/quantity. The prices are a little high, but not really any higher than you'd find at other restaurants in Little Italy. We tried the gnocchi and Marsala and both were excellent options. The place was empty when we went, not surprising given the cold weather. Small on the inside, I'd call ahead in spring/summer to make sure there's room. There really isn't any parking either, so you'll have to stick to the streets and walking over. I will say, and it may have been because of the slow night, but the waitress was awfully unfriendly and quiet. Seemed like they wanted to push us out quickly and didn't even introduce herself! Off-putting given how wonderful everything else was.
Ron Bystrom
Fantastic. Nice, cozy little place. Everything we had was delicious, and the waitress was very good.Highly recommended.
Scott Robertson
Patrick is one of the best creative Chefs in the area. He's truly a food artist and cares deeply about what he's presenting. A true Cleveland gem!
This is, by far, the best restaurant in Cleveland's Little Italy. Hands down. The menu is creative and seasonally adjusted. The execution is without match. We started with the brussel sprouts, which were prepared with pancetta. Just delicious - a must try. The entrees were the classic Pasta alla Norma and the lamb shanks. Since it was a birthday, the lamb shanks were taken up a notch and placed over some of the boar bolagnese. The shanks were perfectly cooked and well proportioned. The pasta alla Norma was outstanding. Chef Patrick is creating and cooking amazing stuff. Get to this charming place. Wine list does need some work. Options are limited and range of prices is narrow and on the higher side. Great food deserves great wines!
Julia Stowe
Absolutely delicious, everything we ordered was beyond expectations. Very nice atmosphere as well.
Chelsea L.
This place is so cute and quaint and perfect for date night! Chef Patrick prepares a new menu each season and I was so excited to try out his fall menu. This place isn't your typical spaghetti and meatballs. The menu is perfectly crafted of specialty meals using top tier, unique ingredients. I got the special of the night, truffle duck gnocchi, and my boyfriend got the lamb shanks (two huge legs of lamb)! You will not leave hungry... huge portions! We will be back!
Matt C.
Went Saturday night. Cool atmosphere; great food; homemade pasta; unique menu; will definitely be back.
Quinn H.
Food was outstanding and worth the long walk in the rain! Service was amazing, particularly the waitresses. They were very attentive and extremely nice. If you're in little Italy and want a nice place to eat, Nora is a must try!
This evening I had a perfect dinner at Nora. It started with homemade focaccia and a delicious panzanella salad. I had a delicious glass of Chianti and THE BEST gnocchi I have ever had. This was all served by a superb waitress. I will be back.
This place was greatly disappointing. We were so excited to try this place due to the homemade pastas and it being a staple in Little Italy. Sadly it was very underwhelming. Nora changed the menu just days before we visited and it was a Mexican/Italian flare. I ordered the shrimp Diablo which sounded great but it was under seasoned yet very salty. Also it had avocado in pasta, awful combination. The only reason we did give this a 1 star were for the appetizers. The meatballs and the spring rolls were very good actually. Hopefully they go back to their original Italian menu but this just wasn't good.
My favorite in Little Italy. Limited menu, but who cares, cause it's all amazing and made fresh. More Cinghiale, yes and please.
They recently changed their menu to have a Mexican influence. It now has things like ravioli nachos and jalapeño popper arancini . We loved this restaurant for it's traditional Italian food now they have selections like taco pasta and chorizo spaghetti and meatballs. You can't be every thing to everyone and the current food selections were not good. Not going back til they figure out who they are. BTW diners sitting near lunch s also commented on weird menu and asked the server about it. The service was excellent but there were only 6 of us in the restaurant.
Chicken Florentine was ok. Veal Piccata and Lemon Carbonara were inedible. I don't even know how to describe the flavor, but whatever they were trying to do was just bad.
I had a great time at Nora's! It's a little ways off the main Little Italy street so you definitely won't feel crowded. I'd describe the restaurant as intimate and great for date night. Perhaps the best part of the night was when they brought out their delicious steaming hot bread that was clearly just out of the oven! I could have eaten a whole loaf on my own. We ordered cocktails off the new Spring menu that were absolutely delicious. I really enjoyed their flavor and size, and it seemed like almost every cocktail on the menu would be worth ordering. For dinner, I got the Carbonara which was a bit different than carbonara that I usually get at restaurants and had snap peas. My friend got the Chicken Florentine which she enjoyed. According to the menu, the pasta was all hand made, and truly was delicious! My carbonara was a bit too oily for my taste, but I guess that's what happens when you cook with pancetta. Even though the staff was incredibly attentive and the food was good, I wish the restaurant updated their website to display the correct menu because we were expecting a completely different menu when we arrived. Luckily, we were still able to find delicious items on the Spring menu, but wish we would have know since the menus are completely 100% different. I definitely thought the price was a bit steep for the food, but it was plated beautifully and we truly had such an attentive waitress. There were only a few tables occupied while we were there on a Saturday night and this place deserved more customers.
Came here for a birthday dinner a couple months ago. One of the worst dining experiences ever. The stuffed mushroom appetizer was still frozen and we had to ask them to reheat and it was very clear it was done in the microwave. The bread for the table was just inedible, almost a rock. Our orders were incorrect but at this point we didn't have the heart to send it back. I got the chicken saltimbocca and some part of the chicken were possibly raw while others were super dry. Very clear that this was not fresh food at all. Only saving grace was that their limoncello was tasty.
While there are several good places to go in Little Italy, Nora is a little odd the beaten path being farther away from the main strip. After trying it, we plan on making several returns. The food was excellent, first and foremost. Homemade pastas, good sauces, small seasonal menu that prioritizes quality/quantity. The prices are a little high, but not really any higher than you'd find at other restaurants in Little Italy. We tried the gnocchi and Marsala and both were excellent options. The place was empty when we went, not surprising given the cold weather. Small on the inside, I'd call ahead in spring/summer to make sure there's room. There really isn't any parking either, so you'll have to stick to the streets and walking over. I will say, and it may have been because of the slow night, but the waitress was awfully unfriendly and quiet. Seemed like they wanted to push us out quickly and didn't even introduce herself! Off-putting given how wonderful everything else was.
Fantastic. Nice, cozy little place. Everything we had was delicious, and the waitress was very good.Highly recommended.
Patrick is one of the best creative Chefs in the area. He's truly a food artist and cares deeply about what he's presenting. A true Cleveland gem!
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This is, by far, the best restaurant in Cleveland's Little Italy. Hands down. The menu is creative and seasonally adjusted. The execution is without match. We started with the brussel sprouts, which were prepared with pancetta. Just delicious - a must try. The entrees were the classic Pasta alla Norma and the lamb shanks. Since it was a birthday, the lamb shanks were taken up a notch and placed over some of the boar bolagnese. The shanks were perfectly cooked and well proportioned. The pasta alla Norma was outstanding. Chef Patrick is creating and cooking amazing stuff. Get to this charming place. Wine list does need some work. Options are limited and range of prices is narrow and on the higher side. Great food deserves great wines!
Absolutely delicious, everything we ordered was beyond expectations. Very nice atmosphere as well.
This place is so cute and quaint and perfect for date night! Chef Patrick prepares a new menu each season and I was so excited to try out his fall menu. This place isn't your typical spaghetti and meatballs. The menu is perfectly crafted of specialty meals using top tier, unique ingredients. I got the special of the night, truffle duck gnocchi, and my boyfriend got the lamb shanks (two huge legs of lamb)! You will not leave hungry... huge portions! We will be back!
Went Saturday night. Cool atmosphere; great food; homemade pasta; unique menu; will definitely be back.
Food was outstanding and worth the long walk in the rain! Service was amazing, particularly the waitresses. They were very attentive and extremely nice. If you're in little Italy and want a nice place to eat, Nora is a must try!