Established in the late 19th century, Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood retains a historic and cultural charm that allows visitors to experience the authentic lifestyle of the community.
Located just east of downtown Cleveland and minutes from University Circle, Little Italy’s quaint, walkable neighborhood is home to cafes, restaurants, shops, and art galleries that allow visitors to experience its historical charm.
In the late 19th century, Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood was established by the many Italian immigrants who settled in the area that is now Mayfield and Murray Hill Roads.
Today, visitors can experience the cultural essence that has been kept alive through historic art and architecture, joined by cafes, bakeries, trattorias, boutique shops, and annual events attracting people from around the area and across the country.
Upcoming Events
The ethnic enclave has been the home of Italian culture and cuisine for over a century, and today brings together the historic and contemporary as one of hottest neighborhoods in Cleveland. Programming brought to you by Taste Cleveland Food Tours. […]
Explore Italy’s regional cuisine, culture, and language with Dr. Paola Basile, Professor of Italian Studies, Lake Erie College. […]
If you want to learn to read Italian AND get a lot of practice holding basic converations, this six-class program is perfect for you! Programming brought to you by the Italian American Museum of Cleveland. […]
Stop by to browse all the great items and find hidden treasures – housewares, toys, art, furniture and more! […]
Join Us for the third annual Rocky Yuko Memorial 5K Run & Walk (RUN ROCK RUN!) set for Saturday, May 11, 2024. […]
NEW FOR 2024! Featuring Guest Artists of Cleveland Bazaar in the Murray Hill Schoolhouse. Join us for the 2024 Little Italy Summer Art Walk, a celebration of art, culture, and community in one of Cleveland’s most historic neighborhoods. […]
Discover the history of Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood brought to you by the Italian American Museum of Cleveland. […]
Little Italy Artisan & Farmers Market at Tony Brush Park! Join us for a fun day of shopping in Little Italy, view the work from local artists, vendors and farmers. Be sure to support local business. […]
Mount Granita Italian Ice
Mount Granita's fresh fruit Italian Ice is made the traditional Sicilian way- created daily with only the highest quality fruit and never any artificial flavors...
Cent’ Anni
Cent' Anni, a sophisticated cocktail bar in Little Italy. With a focus on expertly crafted cocktails and a modern ambiance...
Salted Dough Bistro
Salted Dough is a scratch hands-on kitchen, focusing on artisan pizza, gourmet salads, freshly baked bread (made every morning!)...
Alchemy Studio
Alchemy Studio is a multi-faceted creative space that houses Ashtanga Yoga of Cleveland Heights, a ceramics studio, an apothecary, and a gallery...
Alpha Apartments
Alpha Apartments Alpha is a provider of housing in the Cleveland Heights, University Circle, Brunswick, and [...]
Borgata Bar
Located on the corner of E 124th St. and Mayfield Rd., Borgata is a true neighborhood bar with homemade Italian meals and sandwiches.
Italian American Museum of Cleveland
Through stunning exhibits and immersive events, The Italian American Museum of Cleveland (#iamcle) promotes and cultivates...
Northern Ohio Italian American Foundation
The Northern Ohio Italian American Foundation (NOIA) is the region’s premier organization dedicated to supporting the community...
Alta House
Financed by John D. Rockefeller, Alta House is one of the oldest settlement houses in the city. Now home to a playground...