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Nunzio's Pizzeria - Cleveland
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Nunzio's Pizzeria at a glance
Cleveland Old Brooklyn
- 🍕 Pizzeria
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 52 of the guests
#48 out of 62 places to eat in Cleveland
#6 Pizzeria out of 8 in Cleveland
Average
5.2 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
281
Reviews
46.3%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Pizza Quality
- Affordable
- Late Night
Frequently criticized
- Poor Service
- Food Issues
- Pricing
The restaurant, a beloved pizzeria in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood, invites you to discover its casual charm. At Nunzio’s Pizzeria, you can enjoy delicious slices and hearty meals, perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed dinner.
Known for its convenient late-night food options, it’s a go-to spot when those pizza cravings hit after hours. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere.
Overview: Introducting Nunzio's Pizzeria
Nunzio’s Pizzeria often hits the mark for those seeking satisfying Italian fare, particularly their pizza, which many find authentic. Its reputation for being affordable also stands out, making it a go-to for budget-conscious diners.
The convenience of being open into the late night is a definite plus for many. However, the experience isn’t uniformly positive.
Some guests have noted a less-than-inviting atmosphere, and there are concerns regarding service consistency, with issues like long waiting times and occasional mistakes. These aspects suggest a mixed experience for visitors.
Average
5.2
out of 10
281
Reviews
46.3%
Satisfaction
138
negative
13
neutral
130
positive
Nunzio’s Pizzeria holds an overall score of 5.2, placing it squarely in the average category. Customer satisfaction sits at 46.3%, indicating a mixed reception among diners.
This assessment is drawn from 281 customer opinions, with a slight lean towards negative feedback (138 negative vs. 130 positive). The Food (5.9) is a primary draw, often described as satisfying, while the Ambience (6.5) generally receives an average, though slightly better, rating.
However, the experience is tempered by other aspects. Value (4.6) is perceived as average, with some finding prices reasonable and others questioning them.
The Service (4) appears to be a significant area for improvement, often falling into the lower end of the average range. This blend of feedback suggests that while the food has its merits, other elements contribute to a somewhat inconsistent dining experience.
What people like
- Authentic Pizza Quality
- Affordable Pricing
- Late-Night Availability
What people don't like
- Inconsistent Service
- Food Quality Concerns
- Pricing Discrepancies
With a recommendation score of 5.4, Nunzio’s Pizzeria presents a mixed bag. If you’re primarily seeking a convenient, late-night option for pizza that’s often considered authentic and affordable, it could be a suitable choice.
However, managing expectations regarding other aspects is advisable. Those prioritizing consistent service and a reliable overall experience might find it occasionally falls short.
It’s a place that can satisfy a specific craving, but be prepared for potential inconsistencies in service and food quality that some customers have reported.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Nunzio's Pizzeria
Food (5.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 88% of the guests
When it comes to food, this spot has some real fans! With 77 positive remarks out of 138 total, many rave about the delicious pizza, especially the generous amount of toppings, tasty crust, and flavorful sauce. While the overall score is an average 5.9, theres a clear love for their signature dishes, often praised for their nostalgic taste and consistency.
However, its not all perfect, with 58 negative comments pointing to some significant issues. Concerns include cold food upon arrival, greasy items, and a salty sauce. A few even reported finding foreign objects like plastic in food, which is definitely a dealbreaker for some.
Customer satisfaction sits at a mixed 55.8%, indicating room for improvement.
Food
138
Reviews
55%
Satisfaction
58
negative
3
neutral
77
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious, consistent pizza
- Generous toppings
- Flavorful sauce, good crust
What people don't like
- Food often cold
- Quality inconsistent
- Foreign objects found
Often praised
- pizzaAs someone who works evenings, pizza is my favorite, and Nunzios is always my go-to for late-night food! I appreciate that they are very polite on the phone and I especially love that they call when they arrive before ringing the doorbell.
- food🍕 🥇 My family loves it, and we always order from there when we get together. The food is fantastic, and the atmosphere and service are excellent.
- pizzasThe pizzas are awesome!
- sauceThe best cheese! Oh, and the sauce is made with love. I highly suggest Nunzio's Pizza on Pearl Rd.
- wingsBest pizza and wings in my opinion
- 12 cut pizzathe 12 cut pizza
- FoodFood:4
- PizzasRecommended dishes:Pizzas
- amount of toppingsawesome amount of toppings on the pizza
- authentic Italian pizzaMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I've always loved this place; it's one of my favorite pizza spots for its authentic Italian pizza. If I'm in Cleveland, I specifically want this pizza.
Frequently criticized
- pizzaAfter ordering from this great little pizza place for over 25 years, I've had a bad pizza experience for the second time. The pizza was wet, thinner than a cracker, and everything was slid to one side. When I called about the $30 pizza, they only offered a $5 credit.
- foodfood or tips people pay for cars to pick up tbetr own food
- sauceDo y'all even know what sauce is?
- cheeseMy recent experience at the Pearl location for six sheet pizzas for my work crew was horrible. Any pizza from a freezer would have been better and had more cheese. It seems they skimp on large orders, knowing you're not likely to return it.
- Tuna sandwicha Tuna sandwich that made someone sick
- baked pastaasked for it to be baked it wasn't
- breadFirst time ordering from here last night, and it will be my last time. I ordered a gyro, and there was so much grease on it that the bread was soggy. All they wanted to do was replace my order.
- crustVery thin crust for regular
- dessertMy experience involved getting a calzone, garlic bread, and dessert delivered. Even though it was the wrong dessert, everything else was great. The calzone and garlic bread were excellent, and the overall service was good, despite the dessert mix-up.
- eating garbageNOT REFUND ME MY MONEY FOR EATING GARBAGE
So, should you try it? If youre craving a classic pizza with plenty of toppings and dont mind the occasional gamble, it might be worth a shot. Just be aware that consistency can be an issue, and some experiences have been less than ideal, especially regarding food temperature and quality control.
Service (4 out of 10)
mentioned by 66% of the guests
While the overall customer satisfaction for service sits at a 31.6%, some diners have experienced genuinely good interactions, with 31 positive remarks out of 98 total. Many appreciate the great service from the staff, especially specific employees, and value the convenience of their late hours when other places are closed. Some even noted super fast delivery experiences.
However, the service score of 4 points to significant issues. A whopping 63 negative comments highlight problems with rude service from the manager and staff. Many experienced long waiting times and various delivery issues, alongside a general lack of professionalism in their interactions.
Service
98
Reviews
31%
Satisfaction
63
negative
4
neutral
31
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Late hours available
What people don't like
- Rude staff
- Long waits
- Delivery problems
Often praised
- service🍕 🥇 My family loves it, and we always order from there when we get together. The food is fantastic, and the atmosphere and service are excellent.
- deliveryordered delivery from here a few times now
- GlendyGlendy. She’s really wonderful
- MariahMariah, she’s a very worn spot of my heart
- ServiceService:5
- TinaTina, she’s a life of joy
- availabilitywhen everyone else is closed Nunzios always comes through
- call when they arrivecall when they arrive before they ring
- delivery serviceDelivery service is also excellent.
- employeesEmployees were super nice
Frequently criticized
- service" This seems like discrimination based on the area, even though good people live there. It's unfortunate that people are refused service because of where they live, especially when drivers are willing to drive past this location and then ten blocks further to deliver. Tony, the manager at Pearl, claimed they don't deliver here, despite having done so in the past.
- waiting timeEverything was just plainly poorly made. I was hoping for a quick bite but ended up waiting 2 1/2 hours for something that even a frozen meal could do better. This was a terrible first impression of Ohio 😭.
- managercalled the manager an did nothing about it
- customer servicecustomer service on the phone is non-existent.
- deliveryI tried to place a delivery order, but both restaurants refused to deliver to my location. The only reason given was that the drivers "don't want to.
- delivery timeThe stated delivery time was 60 minutes.
- mistakes" At this point, I can't even say their pizza is worth it anymore. They will argue with you about their mistakes and won't try to make them right. The lady I called back to explain they missed pepperoni on the pizza told me I was wrong because she took the order, when in fact, a man did.
- waitLying to evade responsibility, it was just as simple as "we're sorry. " I had to wait on top of the time it took to arrive just for them to pick up the pizza after they messed up the order, without a replacement, without an apology. Not worth your time.
- Mr Nunzioasked to have Mr nunzio call us and still have not heard anything
- Tony managerTony manager at Pearl tried to say that they don't deliver here
If youre looking for reliable, consistently good service, this might not be your best bet due to frequent reports of rude staff and long waits. However, if late-night availability is your top priority and youre willing to overlook potential service inconsistencies, it could be an option.
Ambience (6.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 21% of the guests
When it comes to the vibe, many customers find the atmosphere quite welcoming, almost like stepping into a friends home, and love its convenient location. A big draw is that theyre open into the late night, sometimes until 3:00 a. M.
! These positive feelings, shared in 13 opinions, contribute to an average score of 6.5 and a 61.9% customer satisfaction, which is a mixed but leaning positive result. However, its not all sunshine and roses.
Some customers had a "terrible first impression, " citing a shady neighborhood and a generally lacking atmosphere. While some found parking easy, others reported it was quite difficult to find. These concerns, noted in 5 opinions, suggest theres definitely room for improvement to elevate the overall experience and boost that mixed satisfaction score.
Ambience
21
Reviews
61%
Satisfaction
5
negative
3
neutral
13
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Welcoming atmosphere
- Late-night hours
- Convenient location
What people don't like
- Difficult parking
- Shady neighborhood
- Lacking atmosphere
Often praised
- atmosphere🍕 🥇 My family loves it, and we always order from there when we get together. The food is fantastic, and the atmosphere and service are excellent.
- 3:00 a.m.stay open until like 3:00 a.m.
- best spot everthe best spot ever
- good placethey are the only good place near me
- locationI absolutely love Nunzio and feel like I cannot live without visiting at least once a year. If I'm in Cleveland, the location is excellent, and the ladies at the front desk are very funny. Tina is a life of joy, and I couldn't ask for a better person to assist me with my order.
- nice folksnice folks
- open into the late nightopen into the late night
- parkingFree street parking
- proximityclose to my apartment
- smilea smile that are bright up
Frequently criticized
- atmospherethe atmosphere was a bit lacking, scoring a 2
- first impressionTerrible first impression of Ohio
- neighborhoodAside from the shady neighborhood
- parkingDifficult to find parking
- placeNot a very good place at all
If you're looking for a late-night spot with a welcoming, convenient vibe, this place could be a great fit. Just be prepared for potentially tricky parking and a neighborhood that might not impress everyone, as the overall ambience is a bit of a mixed bag.
Value (4.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 28% of the guests
When it comes to value, opinions are quite a mixed bag, with 9 positive remarks and 12 negative ones out of 24 total. Many appreciate the price and find good value in items like half priced pizza, noting that you can get a traditional Italian taste without spending Italian money. The overall score for value sits at an average 4.6, suggesting some potential for good deals.
However, customer satisfaction is quite low at a poor 37.5%, indicating significant issues. Many customers feel there's overpricing and are frustrated by being charged more than the listed price or for forgotten orders. Complaints about a $30 Pizza and feeling like money was wasted on a $17 pizza highlight a clear disconnect between perceived cost and actual worth for some.
Value
24
Reviews
37%
Satisfaction
12
negative
3
neutral
9
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Affordable pizza options
- Good deals available
What people don't like
- Inconsistent pricing
- Overcharging issues
- Poor credit resolution
Often praised
- priceI was craving spaghetti tonight and wanted something affordable. I found Nunzios' menu and was pleased to see spaghetti with a salad and bread offered at a super cheap price. While "cheap" doesn't always equate to tasty back home, this spaghetti was exactly what I needed.
- pricesI am 100 percent Italian and believe me, I know pizza. Their prices are lower than Antonio's, and we get a large pepperoni and sausage, and it's way, way large with 12 pieces. We eat on it for 2 days.
- Italian moneyIf you're looking for a traditional Italian taste without spending Italian money, then please stop here at this Nunzios on Pearl Road. Also, the wings are very tasty!
- half priced pizzaoffered a half priced pizza for my next order, which was great
- valueI was craving spaghetti tonight and wanted something affordable. I found Nunzios' menu and was pleased to see spaghetti with a salad and bread offered at a super cheap price. While "cheap" doesn't always equate to tasty back home, this spaghetti was exactly what I needed.
Frequently criticized
- credittake a six dollar credit for my food
- $30 Pizzaabout $30 Pizza they wanted to give $5 credit
- chargedwas charged $8.50
- charging for forgotten ordersstop charging us money for orders you forget to give us
- listed pricelisted at $5.50 but was charged $8.50
- moneyMy experience at the restaurant was extremely disappointing. The food was nasty 🤢 and a complete waste of money. The pizza sauce was bitter, and I was very disappointed.
- overpricingover pricing for nothing
- pricetips people pay for cars to pick up tbetr own food
- pricesprices higher
- pricingcharging almost $15 for large and $13 for a small how do that make sense
If you're looking for specific deals like half-priced pizza or affordable late-night options, you might find some good value here. However, be cautious, as many customers report issues with pricing discrepancies and feeling overcharged, which could lead to disappointment.
How are the prices at Nunzio's Pizzeria?
You’re looking at roughly $18 per person – reported by 52 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Pizzeria, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
Most diners seem to spend in the $11–$20 or $21–$30 range, so your experience should be right in line with what others are paying. It’s a sweet spot, not too cheap, not too fancy.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 52 reviews.
A look at how this Pizzeria’s value for money compares to similar spots in Cleveland.
Overall, we think the pricing feels pretty fair for a Pizzeria. It hits that sweet spot where you’re getting good value without breaking the bank.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Nunzio's Pizzeria
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Disappointing Change in Favorite Pizza Shop
This used to be my favorite pizza shop, but it has really changed over the past few months. They've made a lot of cutbacks; the toppings and cheese have changed, and it's just not the same pizza anymore. The sauce also has a salty taste.
It's so sad and such a letdown. What was once our favorite pizza shop is now somewhere I will not be going back to.
- pizza2
- toppings2
- cheese2
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Service Intent
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Delivery
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Disappointing Pizza After 25 Years
After ordering from this great little pizza place for over 25 years, I've had a bad pizza experience for the second time. The pizza was wet, thinner than a cracker, and everything was slid to one side. When I called about the $30 pizza, they only offered a $5 credit.
We asked for Mr. Nunzio to call us, but we still haven't heard back. I'm very disappointed after all these years and have pictures to show the owner, but still haven't heard from them.
- pizza2
- $30 Pizza2
- credit2
Service Intent
- Delivery
Service Type
- Delivery
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Consistently Great Pizza Delivery
I’ve ordered delivery from here a few times now. My experience has been consistently positive. I have received my food within the said time or even earlier every time.
The pizza I’ve gotten is always tasty and fresh.
- delivery9
- pizza10
- tasty10
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Service Intent
- Family Dinner
Group Type
- Family
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Great Family-Run Pizza Joint
My experience at this family-run local pizza joint was fantastic. I usually order their supreme pizza, and it's consistently super good. The food is excellent, with a perfect score of 5.
The service also received a perfect score of 5, and the atmosphere was equally impressive with a score of 5. It's a great spot for a dinner with a group of 3-4 people, with a price range of $20–30 per person.
- supreme pizza9
- food10
- service10
Service Intent
- Regular Visit
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
9
Best Pizza Ever From Here!
My fiance and I have ordered from here quite a few times, and this was the best pizza we have ever gotten from here! It was cooked to perfection! No complaints at all.
- pizza10
What Nunzio's Pizzeria offers
Crowd
- College students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
Offerings
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Free street parking
- Free parking lot
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
FAQs
What dining options and atmosphere can you expect at Nunzio's Pizzeria?
Nunzio’s Pizzeria provides a casual and quiet atmosphere for your dining experience. You can enjoy lunch or dinner, and catering services are also available. For your convenience, they offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, making it easy to grab a quick bite or settle in for a meal.
What accessibility features and parking options are available at Nunzio's Pizzeria?
Nunzio’s Pizzeria ensures a comfortable visit with a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot. For your convenience, you’ll find both free street parking and a free parking lot available, making your visit hassle-free whether you’re driving or using mobility aids.
How does Nunzio's Pizzeria generally rate among customers?
Nunzio’s Pizzeria holds an overall score of 5.2, with customer satisfaction at 46.3%. While Food (5.9) and Ambience (6.5) are average, Value (4.6) and Service (4) tend to be lower, contributing to a mixed experience.
What are common opinions regarding the food quality at Nunzio's Pizzeria?
Many customers praise the authentic Italian pizza and find the spaghetti affordable. However, some have reported issues like wet or thin pizza, soggy bread, bitter sauce, or a perceived lack of cheese on larger orders.
What should I know about the service and value at Nunzio's Pizzeria?
Service can be inconsistent, with reports of long waiting times, delivery refusals, and difficulties resolving order mistakes. While some find prices affordable, others mention overpricing or discrepancies in charges for forgotten items.