Piccolo Italian Restaurant
Mayfield Heights
Restaurant in Mayfield Heights, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Piccolo Italian Restaurant is a practical Mayfield Heights dinner pick when the group wants Italian rather than a broader grill, steakhouse, sushi, or Chinese option. Book it for an easy local date night or family occasion; choose Arrabiata's for the closest Italian cross-shop, Cafe 56 Grill for variety, or Otani when Japanese food is the point.
About Piccolo Italian Restaurant
Piccolo Italian Restaurant is a Mayfield Heights evening option with a casual dress code and posted hours every day of the week. The practical case for considering it is direct: it opens at 4 PM daily, closes at 9 PM Sunday through Thursday, and stays open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
For an evening plan, compare timing and fit with other options. Arrabiata's is one option to compare, while Cafe 56 Grill, Otani, Ho Wah, and Austin's Smokin' Steakhouse may suit different plans. Choose Piccolo Italian Restaurant when its Mayfield Heights location, casual dress code, and evening hours match the night you are planning.
A dinner-first choice for local plans
The main planning consideration is timing. The posted hours make this an evening-only option: Monday through Thursday from 4–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4–10 PM, and Sunday from 4–9 PM.
If you simply need a casual Mayfield Heights evening option with known hours, it belongs on the shortlist.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose this when you want Piccolo Italian Restaurant specifically and the evening schedule works for your group. Cross-shop Arrabiata's if you are comparing another option. Consider Cafe 56 Grill, Otani, Ho Wah, or Austin's Smokin' Steakhouse for a different plan, and check our full Mayfield Heights restaurants guide if the date or preference is still unsettled.
Planning details
- Location
- 1261 SOM Ctr Rd, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- piccolomayfield.com
- Phone
- +14406461383
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Piccolo reads as a neighborhood Italian-American restaurant that privileges continuity over reinvention. The room is intentionally comfortable rather than stylized, and the menu sticks to familiar proteins and sauces that have long anchored suburban dining in Mayfield Heights. Rather than chasing downtown trends, the kitchen serves broad-appeal plates scaled for appetite, and the overall effect is warm, relaxed, and quietly charming. Regulars find the steadiness reassuring: this is a place where tradition and reliable execution define the experience more than design-forward flourishes or novelty.
Best For
Piccolo is best for relaxed dinner outings: family meals, group dinners, casual get-togethers and low-key date nights. Its position in the suburban Italian-American tradition and portion sizes geared toward shared appetites make it a natural pick for families and groups. The atmosphere is comfortable and unpretentious, so guests who want a familiar, hearty Italian meal without pretension choose Piccolo for evenings when continuity and straightforward cooking matter more than trendiness or formal service.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the classic mains the spot is known for: Braciole di manzo, Chicken Piccata, Veal Parmesan and Eggplant Parmesan headline a menu rooted in red‑sauce Italian-American cooking. Portions are described as calibrated for appetite rather than aesthetic, so expect satisfying plates built around familiar proteins and sauces. If you’re with others, order a few mains to share and stick to the time‑honored preparations that define this neighborhood format rather than seeking out contemporary reinterpretations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, family-oriented atmosphere reflecting authentic Italian traditions with homemade preparations and contemporary touches.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Braciole di manzo
- Chicken piccata
- Calamari Giovani
- Veal Parmesan
- Eggplant Parmesan
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1261 SOM Ctr Rd, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Planning details
Location
1261 SOM Ctr Rd, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the group still wants Italian in Mayfield Heights, cross-shop Arrabiata's first. If the problem is mixed preferences rather than availability, Cafe 56 Grill is the more flexible backup.
Restaurant context
How Piccolo Italian Restaurant compares in Mayfield Heights
Piccolo Italian Restaurant is the clearest fit when the decision is specifically Italian dinner in Mayfield Heights. Cafe 56 Grill is the more flexible choice for mixed groups because it reads as broader and more casual, while Arrabiata's is the direct Italian alternative to compare before choosing.
For a different occasion, Otani is the better call when sushi or Japanese cooking drives the plan. Austin's Smokin' Steakhouse is a better fit for a steakhouse-style night, and Ho Wah makes more sense when the group wants Chinese food rather than Italian pacing.
Booking difficulty looks easier here than at venues built around scarcity or destination dining. Without public pricing, the smarter move is to treat Piccolo as a local dinner choice, then confirm budget-sensitive details before organizing a larger celebration.
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Compare Piccolo Italian Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Piccolo Italian Restaurant | Mayfield Heights | No published awards |
| Cafe 56 Grill | Mayfield Heights | No published awards |
| Austin's Smokin' Steakhouse | Mayfield | No published awards |
| Otani | Mayfield Heights | No published awards |
| Arrabiata's | Mayfield Heights | No published awards |
| Ho Wah | Beachwood | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Piccolo Italian Restaurant handle dietary restrictions?
Check with the restaurant before you go to discuss dietary accommodations. It is safest to plan ahead if anyone in your group needs a strict menu adjustment.
What should I order at Piccolo Italian Restaurant?
Ask the restaurant directly for current menu recommendations before or during your visit.
Is lunch or dinner better at Piccolo Italian Restaurant?
Dinner is the clear choice, because the posted hours are evening-only: 4–9 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, then 4–10 PM Friday and Saturday. If your plan is an early evening meal in Mayfield Heights, this fits the schedule.
Is Piccolo Italian Restaurant good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an evening occasion if the casual dress code and posted hours match your plans.
What are alternatives to Piccolo Italian Restaurant?
For other choices to compare, consider Arrabiata's, Otani, Ho Wah, Austin's Smokin' Steakhouse, and Cafe 56 Grill. Piccolo Italian Restaurant makes the most sense when its Mayfield Heights location, casual dress code, and evening hours fit your plans.
