Barbarino's

Back in the mid 90's I had a friend whose stepmom worked at Barbarino's. We would hang out there sometimes while she finished a shift, and this is when I was introduced to meatball subs. I was only about 12 so I didn't have much to compare to at the time, but over the years, any meatball sub I ate was compared to Barbarino's.I stopped in last night with my niece, first time in about 5 years. The ambiance was a little higher class than I had remembered, and it was very nice. Tables were a little close together, but I was glad one was available for us.My meatball sub was definitely fancier than they used to be, but still just as delicious. I'm glad something's never change. Toasty bread, cheesy, tender meatballs. The perfect ratio of all ingredients.My salad was excellent, bread was perfect, and my nieces spaghetti portion was very generous.Our server was attentive and friendly. Prices competitive.I'm grateful for a good old standby, and the glow-up they've experienced!

I had the pleasure of trying their food twice this week! Once at the restaurant for a friend's birthday and the second time catered at a friend's birthday party. The restaurant was busy on a Wednesday night but we were able to get a table for 4. Our sever was very nice. We all got some wine. We shared Asiago Risotto Poppers for the table and they were crispy and yummy. Our entrees came with a starter salad and definitely order the house made ranch. The table also got complimentary bread when our salads came out. I got the lasagna and from the photo you really can't see it well, but there was several layers of meet, cheese, and meat. I ate the whole thing lol. The other two girls got chicken Parmesan and the Angel Hair Ala Vodka and they both enjoyed theirs and had leftovers. The 4th person in our group was gluten free though so disclaimer this restaurant is not celiacs friendly. But it's an Italian restaurant so most aren't. Just an fyi. What I was able to try that was catered was the chicken piccata and the fettuccine Alfredo. The Alfredo was so good.Good local spot.

My eternal quest for NEO best veal parmigiana continues.Had to be in the Columbia Station area and looked for a restaurant that served veal parmigiana and found Barbarino's.Wife and I walked in without a reservation on a Tuesday evening around 6 and was seated immediately. Place was active, bar area was full and probably a little more than half the tables were full. Immediately felt like a neighborhood place, seemed like a lot of regulars.Had a nice Manhattan, wife had veal Marsala. Meal included a cup of soup and nice bread. Portion size was huge, more than enough and priced fairly.Wife enjoyed the Marsala, mine was a little tough and way to thick. Flavor was ok, pasta good. Service was pleasant. If it was closer, I would be inclined to give it another try, but since it is a long way from where I live, probably not going to happen.

An odd little restaurant, worth the drive with a great menu, full bar and an extra dining room to the side.The main dining space is a little tight, but we were there with a large party, so it could just be perception. The staff was great, given the amount of guests we had, the service was great and the kitchen rocked it. Fresh bread, huge salads and massive entrees with pizza hot from the oven is my kind of place. The menu offers traditional Italian specials, burgers, pizza, soup and more. The salads were great, the pasta was huge, my mother had enough to eat the next day and she said it was even better reheated.

Absolutely best meal I have had in over ten years. Lasagna was phenomenal, as was the bread. I wish they had this place in Cincinnati. Waiter was also super kind and helpful. If I ever come back to Cleveland, I will be back!!

On our annual visit to Cleveland with my stepdaughter and Lee Suggs - number 44 of the Browns from a number of years ago- no visit would be complete without dinner at Barbarino's. Traditional Italian fare - well prepared - with additional traditional tavern choices - e.g. fabulous chicken wings. I love restaurants where the owner-manager is present. Kevin was present and he made sure all the patrons were satisfied. The cavatelli with home made meatballs and penne with artichoke, spinach and sun dried tomatoes were particularly memorable. Will return and so should you.

They fraudulently added a tip to my pickup order. I always tip on pickup orders but this experience didn't deserve one. I walked in and patiently waited a few minutes before the guy came to the counter (no problem). The only thing he said to me was "21" which was my total. Not another word came from him, so no tip from me.I go back to waiting, and some other person comes over and says that my order was sitting right there behind the counter and finally bags it up for me.I honestly wouldn't care about any of this cause sometimes things are just off. But to STEAL money from me is insane. Unfortunately I live close to this place and will never be able to trust ordering from them again.

My family and I came to this restaurant the other night for dinner. As I had a taste for some pasta, and my parents have enjoyed their cocktails before. I had the cavatelli and I thought it was very good. The sauce was good and seasoned nicely. The cocktail is why my review receives 3 stars. I had the jalapeño margarita and it was not the best. When ordered, I had asked the sever do you put at chili lime rim on? "No." she's says, no big deal, then I ask for some possible fresh cilantro, no again. Two reasonable cheap requests and additions I really think they could add to spruce up a drink at the cost they sell it at. Probably won't return

Went for dinner on a Saturday evening, after 5 minutes we ordered drinks waited10 minutes for drinks to arrive, then put in our food order after 28 minutes got our salads then in about 3 more minutes our dinner came no time to eat the salads. Place was very noisy. After eating what we could and getting to go boxes we waited another 10 minutes for the check. Will it be back. Food wes just average but expensive.

We used to love this place. Avoid Sue if you can. Food is good but pricy. Catering needs 48hrs advance notice but be prepared to annoy Sue with any order you ask for.