Inside: Marotta's:
Marotta’s is a gem of a classic Italian restaurant that outshines its neighborhood pubs and casual dining establishments that dot Cleveland Heights’s Lee Road. Husband and wife team Brian Linihan and Alicia Marotta's establishment has been open since 2000, serving exquisitely prepared pizzas, pastas and entrées in an intimate space that feels more Manhattan than suburban Cleveland. The Linihans...
Marotta’s offers well-made Italian fare in an unassuming setting.:
Marotta's Restaurant Review: Marotta’s long, narrow space hosts only ten tables, so be prepared for a worthwhile wait. Warm earth tones and low-lit chandeliers set the tone for rustic, well-made Italian fare. Pizza, while pricey, is a must. Our favorites include the “rustica” made with sun-dried tomato pesto, roasted eggplant, garlic and red peppers as well as the “molto marotta” with...
This tiny, cozy spot is an established member of Cleveland Heights’ restaurant row. The long, narrow space features only about ten tables, and word-of-mouth recommendations make the place fill up quickly. Warm earth tones, large plants and low-lit chandeliers set the tone for home-style Italian fare. The heart of the menu, unsurprisingly, is roughly a dozen well-thought-out pasta dishes....
Editorial Review by Christy Buena:
Cozy eatery on restaurant row serves pasta dishes and a selection of desserts imported from Italy.