I had such high hopes but my family and I ended up disappointed. The lasagna had way too much sauce. The bolognese and lasagna both tasted a little too sweet. The branzino and shrimp dish was ok but not worth the price. They don’t use quality ingredients, and I can taste it in every bite. I really wanted to love this restaurant, but I definitely won’t go back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Nick P.
Great place. Nice ambiance. Wish they had olive oil instead of butter. Nice location in Rocky River, Ohio. .
Michael O'Donnell
We love stino. Only cash or check. There is a cash machine in the restaurant. It is some of the best italian on the west side. We have been multiple times, and the eggplant and chicken are all great and dessert and a gluten-free dessert, too. And they have decaf cappuchino. The food is great and is a reasonable price for white table cloth style. You can come as you are, don't need suit or dress.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Rolls, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, Fried Calamari
Tina McVicker
I highly recommend dining there wherever in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Alla Pizzaiola
Tim Storch
Best restaurant in River!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim Barrett
I had the Veal Marsala and it was perfectly wonderful. Shared a coconut cake with my wife for dessert and it was delightful. Be advised it is Cash only or check.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagne, Tiramisu
Joy Visnjic-Flaherty
Soo delicious!! The cutest place in downtown Rocky River. 1st time there. Will definitely be back. Amazing service, beautiful inside. Our food and drinks were outstanding! Make sure to have cash or checks. Thank you!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Linguine Alla Pescatore, Fried Calamari, Mozzarella Alla Caprese
Greg G.
Was here many times 'pre-plague' (Covid). Best Italian in cleveland back then. Unfortunately it's not the same restaurant now that it reopened. I feared this once they brought out the bread...butter was in a supermarket/to-go packet. Subsequent food was mediocre/bland. Don't bother...but know it used to be a great institution. Covid really did change a lot didn't it?
Barb
Love this place! The food is wonderful!
Jordan N.
It was my first time here. We came for a special date night. The restaurant was small, but we came right after the opened and there was no wait. (They don't take reservations) I was hoping the vibe and atmosphere would be a little cozier and cute, but it kind of gave me hotel vibes. Our waiter was extremely attentive and polite. The arancini were pretty good, but I've had better. My gnocchi and my husbands spicy pasta were excellent! Great portion sizes too. The tiramisu was so good!!! The cream in it was so delicious and different from others I've had.I would definitely recommend this place and go back for a special occasion!
Three food is always fabulous. That waiter was spot on. The menu doesn't change much, but that's fine because there are so many good things to choose from.... Get there early or wait and hit and a half for the first group to leave. They do not take credit cards .. Cash or check only...z just a good thing to know ahead of time
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elzbieta Sutcliffe
Traditional Italian restaurant in food and decor. Staff very attentive, a bit old fashioned. Food solid old Italy flavors.One negative, ITS ONLY CASH PLACE.I wish it was stated clearly on their web page, so it would not be a surprise to use their ATM machine.
S Mar
Stopped in & were greeted by a ni young man. We were Sat within 10 minutes - not bad at all for a Sat night & no reservations & family of 4-Food was delicious, only issue was my husband's gnocchi was a bit over cooked (mushy) . Service was excellent ??. We would definitely come back whenever we're in Cleveland. **Heads up, they do not take credit cards, however there's an ATM inside.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul C.
food was good. experience wasn't. called earlier in the day to make a reservation they said they don't take reservations but if we got there at 5, guaranteed to get a table. wasn't the case. another couple walked in behind us and we were told no tables available and only option was to eat at the bar. we were shocked to see that after we sat at the bar the couple behind us got seated at a table that they carried out from the back and setup for them. very disrespectful and unfair. I'd be embarrassed if I was that couple and would have offered the table to the couple that arrived first as opposed to selfishly taking the table ourselves. one and done. First disappointment at restaurants on west side.
Joe Holcomb
My favorite restaurant in the Cleveland area. Consistently outstanding cuisine and service. I've been a customer for over 20 years, and not only have I not been disappointed, but I have never left there less than completely satisfied with the experience. A must try.
I had such high hopes but my family and I ended up disappointed. The lasagna had way too much sauce. The bolognese and lasagna both tasted a little too sweet. The branzino and shrimp dish was ok but not worth the price. They don’t use quality ingredients, and I can taste it in every bite. I really wanted to love this restaurant, but I definitely won’t go back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Great place. Nice ambiance. Wish they had olive oil instead of butter. Nice location in Rocky River, Ohio. .
We love stino. Only cash or check. There is a cash machine in the restaurant. It is some of the best italian on the west side. We have been multiple times, and the eggplant and chicken are all great and dessert and a gluten-free dessert, too. And they have decaf cappuchino. The food is great and is a reasonable price for white table cloth style. You can come as you are, don't need suit or dress.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Rolls, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, Fried Calamari
I highly recommend dining there wherever in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Alla Pizzaiola
Best restaurant in River!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the Veal Marsala and it was perfectly wonderful. Shared a coconut cake with my wife for dessert and it was delightful. Be advised it is Cash only or check.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagne, Tiramisu
Soo delicious!! The cutest place in downtown Rocky River. 1st time there. Will definitely be back. Amazing service, beautiful inside. Our food and drinks were outstanding! Make sure to have cash or checks. Thank you!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Linguine Alla Pescatore, Fried Calamari, Mozzarella Alla Caprese
Was here many times 'pre-plague' (Covid). Best Italian in cleveland back then. Unfortunately it's not the same restaurant now that it reopened. I feared this once they brought out the bread...butter was in a supermarket/to-go packet. Subsequent food was mediocre/bland. Don't bother...but know it used to be a great institution. Covid really did change a lot didn't it?
Love this place! The food is wonderful!
It was my first time here. We came for a special date night. The restaurant was small, but we came right after the opened and there was no wait. (They don't take reservations) I was hoping the vibe and atmosphere would be a little cozier and cute, but it kind of gave me hotel vibes. Our waiter was extremely attentive and polite. The arancini were pretty good, but I've had better. My gnocchi and my husbands spicy pasta were excellent! Great portion sizes too. The tiramisu was so good!!! The cream in it was so delicious and different from others I've had.I would definitely recommend this place and go back for a special occasion!
Restaurantji Recommends
Three food is always fabulous. That waiter was spot on. The menu doesn't change much, but that's fine because there are so many good things to choose from.... Get there early or wait and hit and a half for the first group to leave. They do not take credit cards .. Cash or check only...z just a good thing to know ahead of time
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Traditional Italian restaurant in food and decor. Staff very attentive, a bit old fashioned. Food solid old Italy flavors.One negative, ITS ONLY CASH PLACE.I wish it was stated clearly on their web page, so it would not be a surprise to use their ATM machine.
Stopped in & were greeted by a ni young man. We were Sat within 10 minutes - not bad at all for a Sat night & no reservations & family of 4-Food was delicious, only issue was my husband's gnocchi was a bit over cooked (mushy) . Service was excellent ??. We would definitely come back whenever we're in Cleveland. **Heads up, they do not take credit cards, however there's an ATM inside.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
food was good. experience wasn't. called earlier in the day to make a reservation they said they don't take reservations but if we got there at 5, guaranteed to get a table. wasn't the case. another couple walked in behind us and we were told no tables available and only option was to eat at the bar. we were shocked to see that after we sat at the bar the couple behind us got seated at a table that they carried out from the back and setup for them. very disrespectful and unfair. I'd be embarrassed if I was that couple and would have offered the table to the couple that arrived first as opposed to selfishly taking the table ourselves. one and done. First disappointment at restaurants on west side.
My favorite restaurant in the Cleveland area. Consistently outstanding cuisine and service. I've been a customer for over 20 years, and not only have I not been disappointed, but I have never left there less than completely satisfied with the experience. A must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5