Best in Cleveland.

So, so good! We were surprised! When you think of a restaurant in a hotel, you don't think "excellent!" This is an exception. The food, the service and the atmosphere were all top-notch... Our sever, Alyssa, paid attention to every detail and was exceptional. John, one of the managers, was interested in our feedback on the food-- not something you see often and definitely not in a hotel restaurant. Would we dine here again? DEFINITELY!!!

So delicious we went back a second time. Service was wonderful from the moment we walked in and throughout our visit. We ordered pasta and salads to share-- so good!!!! Everything was fresh, beautifully presented and delicious!

II Venetian is amazing! This was our first time to the restaurant and we were greeted by a delightful hostess and a flautist playing wonderful music. The sommelier steered us to a beautiful Brunello that went great with our Veal Parmigiana. We started with Grilled Octopus and a beet salad that were delicious and the Veal Parm was as good as I've ever eaten. That includes Carbones and Quality Italian in NYC! This will be our go-to restaurant any time we are in Cleveland.

If you want to celebrate a special occasion this place is a great option. Very well connected in the heart of downtown the ambiance food and service are definitely great and so worth it! Went in to try it shortly after I moved to Cleveland and the experience didn't disappoint! Beautiful elegant luxury ambiance and exceptional service every step of the way since you walk in. The food was delicious too, great options for any taste. Their gnocchi pasta was outstanding as well as their chocolate budino! Can't recommend enough!

Stopped by for lunch prior to the Magic / calves playoff game and it was warm and inviting. We had great service, wonderful food, and love the classy ambience. Well worth the time and money

What an amazing experience! From the moment I was greeted by the super professional hostess, who expertly balanced three groups, simultaneously arriving with grace and class, I knew this was going to be an exceptional experience. The decor was very elegant. The guests included everything from athletes with their bags to business people to casually, dressed hotel guests. I was handed the specials and regular menu. I was expertly guided by the male host to a wonderful Sicilian red wine. I ordered the burrata, the rigatoni with meatballs, and the Caesar salad...

(cont.) I love that the male host asked if I wanted the anchovies, which, of course I did, but I understand that many people would not. The rigatoni was amazing with the most wonderful meatball and sausage. The bread was exceptional with an amazing dipping sauce. Everything was better than expected. What was amazing to me is that the male host and female hostess presented everything with a five star service even though I was getting it to go after a long 10 Hour drive. The level of service was what I was used to in San Francisco pre-Covid. Fantastic experience and highly recommend next time you're in downtown Cleveland.

(Translated by Google) I am Italian and I want to say that no one, thus far in my stay in Cleveland, has touched my palate as entrancingly as Alberto's cooking. In addition to being a humble and very courteous person, he also has the gift of creating dishes that are beautiful to look at and excellent to taste.

Always a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The service is fantastic and the food is delicious.

Incredible food, beautiful ambiance and impeccable staff. The craft cocktails are really good and the food is amazing. The specials are highly recommended and the trio of pasta is a must have. Very convenient to get to and parking is a breeze.

This isn't just The best restaurant in Ohio. It's one of my favorite restaurants anywhere! I've eaten here 4 times. I've yet to order pasta - right?! I know they make it all in-house, and how do you go to a true Italian restaurant and not order pasta?! That's because the offerings are all amazing and I use pasta as a 'fall back position'. There's no fall back positions here and I will be back to work my way thru the pasta menu. John at the bar is awesome!! They offer excellent selections for wines by the glass and by the bottle. Love this place and you will to! Trust me on this one!

One of Cleveland's most beautiful restaurants, truly. Located inside Key Tower, Il Venetian is absolutely gorgeous. They have a spacious restaurant and beautiful decor, the ambiance was incredible. As for their staff, they are all tremendous. Each and every one of them went above and beyond to make sure our dining experience was great. Our server was very attentive and gave great recommendations. The hospitality here is as good as it gets. Onto the food, this was the star of the show

Best Italian culinary experience I have had in quite some time, what a pleasant surprise, absolutely delicious!

Aiden was extremely friendly, helpful and very attentive. I’m so lucky to have found this place. The food is absolutely amazing. Everything was fresh. Seasoned well and beautifully presented.

We had an amazing time at II Venetian. The combination of fantastic food, exceptional service, and stunning atmosphere make this restaurant a must-visit for anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience. Highly recommend!

Fantastic meal with great service and innovative Italian dishes, especially the spring additions. One of the top restaurants in Cleveland.

My business partner and I stopped in for a quick luncheon. We had been staying at the Marriott all week and had been searching for a great restaurant during that time. We wished that we had gone to the Il Venetian for all of meals. The staff was wonderful. The food was great. The atmosphere was delightful. This will be my go-to restaurant while in Cleveland, in the future.

Absolutely loved the food and the overall ambiance. Definitely somewhere I could see myself frequenting. Loved my server Deja! She was extra helpful and just awesome all around. She had a great knowledge of the menu and have really great recommendations. Did not disappoint.

We already booked our next birthday party celebration. We always love the entire experience that your team provides. Thanks especially to our waiter Andy.

"Our server Alyssa was fantastic and Bob the manager certainly goes out of his way to make sure every person has the best possible dining experience. I can’t say enough about how wonderful this place is: the ambiance, food taste, price, quality, wine selection, service, and expertise of the staff. Please patronize businesses like this one-you won’t be disappointed!!!"

Perfect place to get away from the office for a bit and treat yourself to a delicious lunch. Our meal commenced with delicious warm herby ciabatta bread and oil. The roasted beet salad came highly recommended so I went with that and added the salmon. At $24, it was a hefty priced lunch but the food was scrumptious and was a generous portion.

Service was great. Our drinks were consistently filled and the food came out fairly quickly.

Amazing experience and service! Next time I'm asking for Tony again. Top of the line service. He treats you like a brother. They really treat you like a King or Queen here. The ambiance is phenomenal. You'll have to see for yourself. I got the grilled octopus. Best octopus I've ever had. The blueberry risotto is out of this world and something I've never had before. Next time I go back I'm getting the grilled octopus again! If you have any dietary restrictions, they will take care of you as well. I will definitely be back soon 🙂

Service was great. Our drinks were consistently filled and the food came out fairly quickly.

The Venetian is a beautiful venue for a lovely dining experience, or for special occasions. Our server, Ronda, was wonderful, welcoming and knowledgeable. Our filets were cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. I would highly recommend the Venetian if you are looking for a very classy dining experience in Cleveland. From the moment you walk through the doors won't be disappointed.

I love the Venetian! I eat here every time I come to Cleveland. I highly recommend the eggplant appetizer. And many thanks to Emily, who always takes great care of me.

Best restaurant in this area! 5 Star ratings on Food, Service, Ambience, and Overall. Highly recommend.

Upscale elegant fantastic food. I had the privilege to go here for a family style work dinner and I cannot say enough about the attentive staff and quality food. We got to try a vast majority of the menu and while everything was great two dishes that I did not expect, stood out above and beyond. Anyone coming here must order the mushroom risotto and the house rigatoni. You literally cannot go wrong with anything here so just go and enjoy.

Wonderfully elegant dinner at this high-end hotel restaurant... We chose a booth table with comfy cushions and were immediately offered a drink menu. A little while later we were asked if we cared for some complimentary house-made focaccia bread with olive oil. And oh boy - did we. If we'd known how warm, aromatic, crusty, and fluffy this bread was, we might not have ordered an appetizer. For entrees, the Cappelletti with lobster was the star of the show. Our waiter was courteous throughout the evening and everything was timed slowly as per the custom of fine establishments.

Hands down the best Italian place in town... The bread is phenomenal, but I must warn you against getting a second helping as it will fill you up quickly. With little room in our belly left, we had the octopus, eggplant, tagliatelle, gnocchi, and catch of the day. You will not go wrong with pasta ... ohh my goodness. This is true Italy level pasta.

Last night I dined at Il Venetian with three friends to celebrate birthdays for two of them. We could not have picked a better restaurant. The food was spectacular and the service from everyone from the front desk to the server to the manager could not have been friendlier or more welcoming. The restaurant is beautifully designed and comfortable...with a nice but not deafening buzz. It's some of the best Most sophisticated Italian cuisine this side of New York. We will definitely be back and will rave about it to friends and family.

Elegant ambiance. Phenomenal service. Excellent food.

I took my mum to a pre-Christmas treat at Il Venetian on Dec 23, and we had a wonderful dinner, made even better by impeccable warm efficient (and humorous) service. Il Venetian's dishes remain consistently outstanding. The Wine list is extensive. Both dishes were fabulous. I had the prosciutto as a starter. Other than being too much of a good thing for a starter, it was delicious.

We visited this restaurant a year ago and loved it. Strangely, it took us another year to return. It is probably because it feels like a special occasion restaurant and it was my birthday, again. Amazingly, the Maître d'hôtel remembered us. Our server, Timothy was attentive and very professional. He sold us on their happy hour, so we will be checking that out. The Wine list is extensive. Both dishes were fabulous. I had the prosciutto as a starter. Other than being too much of a good thing for a starter, it was delicious.

The inside is absolutely gorgeous, providing a romantic aesthetic... The staff was incredibly warm and welcoming, handing out compliments to my date and I, and most important, providing superb service. We tried many dishes, from the Calamari, to the Eggplant Rollatini, their amazing Housemade Casoncelli, and Veal Agnolotti, all the way down to the Lemon Sorbet, AND Spumoni "Spaghetti". Everything was delightful... We will be back very soon.

I’d go here just for drinks and their fresh bread! Romantic atmosphere · Large wine list · Great food

Literally just left Il Venetian and could not have been more impressed! The food was outstanding! The menu choices were eclectic and the service was impeccable! Our waiter, Tim, was polite, kind and extremely helpful! He treated us so well and we will certainly request him in the future. The glass chandeliers throughout the restaurant were gorgeous! Happy to say my husband and I will certainly be back!

"We were told that the Il Venetian was a great place for dinner. WHAT AN UNDERSTATEMENT!... The service was fabulous, especially our server Jacob. The manager stopped by after each course to check on us. Our meals were off the charts. Best veal chop I have ever had. But what made the experience truly special was that when were were finished, they packed the leftovers in ice so the food won't spoil while we were at the show. I have eaten in some great restaurant in over thirty countries and Il Venetian is in the top five."

"Our service was great. This is a definite must when in Cleveland. We had dinner prior to seeing a show. We started with the calamari and it was delicious. I had the mushroom pasta-- outstanding. My friend enjoyed a chicken dish and it was so plentiful she enjoyed for lunch the next day."

"Wow! Don't let the whole hotel lobby restaurant thing scare you. It may be that the food and drink was a little sweeter due to the good company, but everything was great. From the flatbread that was interestingly grilled and baked to the delicious Gnocchi! The only negative was that I was stuffed with yummy food too fast and couldn't order more. What a pleasant surprise!"

We requested and were fortunate to have Katie be our server again yesterday evening. Again, warm and efficient service. The food remains consistently excellent: eggplant rollatini (melts in your mouth good), beet salad (last evening's formulation was the best yet, of our 4 meals here), octopus, branzini and veal parmagiana. The Branzini also was the best among our 4 meals here. We tried the veal for the first time since it has been given good write ups on this site. The diners are not wrong: it was fantastic. I commented to Katie that the food seems even better and that the chef was lifting the dishes up. To that, she responded there was a new chef. Well, he/she is certainly outstanding.

"We had a relaxing yet delicious experience. We started with the calamari-- yum. I had the mushroom pasta--amazing. My friend had the Chicken Saltimboca--she loved it. We will be back!"

"This is one of the best restaurants I've been to in Cleveland! Service was excellent. Nice, open atmosphere. Everything we tried was delicious, from the bread starter to the desserts. We got the filet mignon and it was perfectly cooked. Their calamari was excellent. Make sure to try their gelato "spaghetti." Don't hesitate to go here, it's great! I'll definitely be back."

"This was our first time at this restaurant! It did not disappoint. Absolutely delicious! And our server Lynne as very accommodating! She was very helpful and willing to answer any questions! Wonderful atmosphere! We will be back."

"Great food and amazing atmosphere. I couldn’t stop looking at the decor while I was there. We tried many appetizers including our dinner. We left nothing on our plates. Went there with my family who is from Italy and they said it was some of the best authentic Italian food they have had."

"This restaurant is AMAZING! The atmosphere and decor are on point! The service was stellar and the food was ridiculous!... loved the eggplant rollatini! Drinks were awesome - the Siracusa will be in my dreams for days! Scallops were so gooood! And the rest of the party loved their meals as well - blueberry Risotto and the rigatoni and meatballs! Will most certainly return!"

"I had two business lunches here, both of which were great. On the first occasion I think the restaurant was closing but we were not disturbed and continued our meeting a long time after coffee. I had the salmon and the branzino, both delicious... Service was impeccable both times and i would definitely recommend the restaurant."

"The food is amazing and the service is awesome! Even better....the prices were so reasonable. I felt like a VIP without paying VIP prices. Wonderful place for dates or anniversary dinners!"

"Oh my!! Il Venetian!! Where do I even begin with this beautiful place! Not only is the atmosphere beautiful & elegant, the staff is absolutely amazing, and the food is to die for! I am so so happy I found this place! I took my friend here for her birthday and fell in love with the place! I loved it so much I decided to have my own birthday dinner here!"

"Not only was the food amazing, but so was the service. They asked if we were going to the concert and gave us time updates to be sure that we got there on time. Everything tasted amazing.I would highly recommend this restaurant and will visit again."​