Little Italy in Cleveland, OH
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Welcome to Little Italy
Little Italy is also host to the annual Feast of the Assumption Festival.
A visit to the "old neighborhood" is like stepping back in time, to when neighbors were more like friends, and the restaurants were owned by local families and everyone knew your name.
Chef Boyardee opened his first restaurant, Il Giardino d'Italia, in Little Italy in the 1940s
The first pasta machine was invented in Little Italy by an Italian immigrant named Angelo Vitantonio.
Little Italy Restaurants, Bakeries, and Delis
Dining in Little Italy
- Algebra Tea House
- They have a wonderful menu featuring exotic coffee and tea varieties, healthy sandwiches, wraps, breakfast, and decadent desserts. They have a nice selection of vegetarian friendly dishes, too.
- Anthony's of Little Italy
- Anthony's is a fabulous fixture of the old neighborhood. They have mouth watering pizza, gelato, and amazing Italian treats like cannoli and and tiramisu.
- The Baricelli Inn
- The Baricelli Inn is a gorgeous restaurant and bed and breakfast, located in Little Italy. They are famous for featuring fresh, local ingredients on their menu.
- Corbo's Bakery
- I swear I can gain a pound from the smell of this amazing place. Corbo's has been a landmark in Little Italy for generations, and Rego's stores around the suburbs also carry their baked goods.
- Gusto!
- Gusto offers fine dining with Northern Italian cuisine and a wonderful atmosphere, perfect for special occasions.
- Michalelangelo's
- Italian Restaurant in Little Iraly.
- Presti's
- Bakery, cafe, and deli in Little Italy.
- Teahouse Noodles
- Healthy New Asian cuisine in Little Italy. We love that this place has fantastic options for vegetarians.
Feast of the Assumption
- Feast of the Assumption Festival
- Wikipedia entry for Cleveland's Feast of the Assumption Festival. Read about this event or help to expand this article.
- The Feast
- Information about the Feast of the Assumption, including the schedule of events at Holy Rosary Church.
Directions to Little Italy
Photos of Little Italy
Latest news about Little Italy
- Arts Beat
- Moderated by Richard Crepage of the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. Tickets: $8-$12 at 216-593-0575. Nighttown presents Debi Lewin and Jennifer Lee performing ?Sing? with special guests Dennis Lewin on piano and Ricky Lewin on drums at 7.
- Staycation: Little Italy
- The people are friendly, and you never know who you're going to bump into,? said Frank Mastromatteo, of Cleveland. ?During the summer, it's wall-to-wall people, usually, weather permitting. A lot of outside eating. People love it here.
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Little Italy Neighborhood Stats
The population of 44106 is 32,398.
That's #2272 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
37% of the population is white, which is 37 points less than the national average.
The average household income in 44106 is $21,077, which is $8,621 less than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $83,300. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 6% from the typical value.
Men make up 48% of the population, and the typical age in this part of OH is 30.5.
Stats about: Cleveland, OH
Population: 32,398Number of Households: 15,627
Average House Value: $83,300
Average Income per Household: $21,077
Elevation: 582 ft
Population Breakdown:
Weather in Little Italy
Current weather conditions in Cleveland, OH (44106)
Local Pollen Reports
87°F (Feels like 89°F)
Last update: 5/25/12 12:53 PM EDT
Humidity: 44%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 63°F
UV Index: 8 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.97in rising
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 14mph From: Airport Conditions

Today
Fair
High: 83°F
Low: 64°F
Sunrise: 5:59 AM
Sunset: 8:49 PM

Saturday
May 26
Isolated T-Storms
High: 85°F
Low: 66°F
Sunrise: 5:58 AM
Sunset: 8:50 PM

Sunday
May 27
Scattered T-Storms
High: 88°F
Low: 69°F
Sunrise: 5:57 AM
Sunset: 8:50 PM

Monday
May 28
Isolated T-Storms
High: 89°F
Low: 71°F
Sunrise: 5:57 AM
Sunset: 8:51 PM
Night Life Around Little Italy
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Night Life in 44106
- Velvet Tango Room (Cleveland)

- "I felt like I was in another place and time when I walked into VTR for the first time, and I have been enamored with the place ever since. I'm more of a..." more
- Beachland Ballroom & Tavern (Cleveland)

- "Beachland Ballroom & Tavern is a great place to catch a concert in a very intimate setting. The coordinators always bring in exceptional talent to take the..." more
- Market Avenue Wine Bar (Cleveland)

- "Nicely tucked away spot to enjoy wine....the waiter/waitress was great in recommending wine...I tried the Meritage and Pegasus both red and LOVE..." more
- Happy Dog (Cleveland)

- "Definitely one of my favorite venues on the west side- lots of great local and touring bands, solid drink selection, and vegan-friendly novelty foods all in..." more
- Visible Voice Books (Cleveland)

- "Visible Voice is one of my favorite businesses in Cleveland. The bookshop is quaint and relaxed; the book selection is just amazing. It's definitely the..." more
Explore Cleveland
Have you been to Little Italy?
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nyclittleitaly May 20, 2012 @ 11:51 pm | delete
- By the way, we have the Feast of San Gennaro in our Little Italy in New York City.
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nyclittleitaly May 20, 2012 @ 11:50 pm | delete
- No, but after reading this lens I would like to make a visit. Just to let you know I started a facebook page Little Italies Across America as a way of uniting all our communities throughout America. Great lens,
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N.(Pirolli)Ramer
Apr 2, 2012 @ 11:48 pm | delete
- My husband and I recently went to the town of Little Italy. We enjoyed it very much and this summer I am going to bring back my Italian relatives with me :)
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hermaniv
Mar 4, 2012 @ 9:52 pm | delete
- I've been to Little Italy in Cleveland. Great lens, brings back some memories!
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hlkljgk Feb 24, 2012 @ 10:08 am | delete
- not yet. but now i'm hungry.
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