Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining & Catering in Cleveland
Since 1971, our family has dedicated itself to crafting authentic Italian cuisine rooted in generations-old recipes. Founded by Perry Stancato Sr. and his wife Lorraine, our restaurant has evolved from humble beginnings into one of Cleveland's premier dining destinations. Our commitment to quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods ensures every dish reflects the rich heritage of Italian cooking. We offer a multifaceted dining experience that includes in-restaurant service, private event hosting for up to 175 guests, and comprehensive catering solutions for events of all sizes.Our team specializes in creating personalized menus that accommodate dietary needs and themed celebrations while maintaining the integrity of classic Italian flavors. With additional services including quick-service takeout options and retail products featuring our signature sauces and wines, we strive to make authentic Italian cuisine accessible to every customer. Our leadership under Perry Jr. continues to honor family traditions while innovating to meet modern culinary expectations.
Services
Italian Restaurant
Catering Services
Private Dining
Retail Products
Pronto Pick-Up
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1971 with generations of Italian culinary expertise
- Full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties
- Private dining rooms accommodating 20-175 guests
- Custom menus for dietary needs and themed celebrations
- Quick-service Pronto Pick-Up available with 10-15 minute meal preparation
Services
Italian Catering
Our catering services bring authentic Italian flavors to any event with customized menus for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations. Available 7 days a week with delivery, full-service, and drop-off options throughout Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. We handle events of all sizes from intimate gatherings to large-scale affairs with professional execution.
Private Dining
Host events in our dedicated private dining rooms accommodating 20-175 guests with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service available 7 days a week. Perfect for weddings, corporate meetings, and family celebrations with customizable menus and full event support including staffing and equipment rentals.
Pronto Pick-Up
Enjoy quick-service takeout with Italian dinners and specialty pizzas ready in 10-15 minutes. Open daily with extended evening hours Friday through Sunday. Features include classic family packs available Sundays and a mobile app for convenient ordering and loyalty rewards.
Retail Products
Bring authentic Italian flavors home with our line of gourmet sauces, salad dressings, and wines available at local grocers. Products feature third-generation recipes that maintain the same quality standards as our restaurant offerings for convenient meal preparation.
Off-Premise Catering
Full-service catering solutions for weddings, memorials, and business events with customized menus and professional execution. Includes event staffing, equipment rentals, and dietary accommodation capabilities. Available with last-minute ordering options and multiple service shifts daily.
People
Perry Stancato Sr.
Founder
Established Stancato's in 1971, continuing his father's legacy that began with lunch trucks serving Republic Steel workers in 1938. Built the restaurant into a Cleveland dining institution through dedication to authentic Italian cuisine.
Lorraine Stancato
Co-Founder
Helped establish Stancato's as a family-owned restaurant in 1971, contributing to its growth into one of Cleveland's premier Italian dining destinations while maintaining traditional cooking methods and family values.
Perry Stancato Jr.
Current Leader
Continues family tradition as current leader, balancing innovation with heritage to maintain Stancato's status as a Cleveland culinary cornerstone while expanding services and modernizing operations.
Questions
What catering services do you offer for special events?
We provide full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, memorials, and private parties with customizable menus, event staffing, and equipment rentals for up to 175 guests.
Do you have private dining spaces available?
Yes, we offer six private dining rooms accommodating 20-175 guests with dedicated event coordination for weddings, business meetings, and family celebrations.
What are your takeout ordering options?
Pronto Pick-Up offers 10-15 minute meal preparation with Italian dinners, specialty pizzas, and Sunday family packs. Mobile app ordering available with loyalty rewards.
Are dietary accommodations available?
Yes, our chefs create personalized menus to accommodate specific dietary needs and themed parties for both in-restaurant dining and catering services.
What retail products do you offer?
Our signature sauces, salad dressings, and wines are available at local grocers, featuring third-generation recipes for home meal preparation.
What are your restaurant hours?
We're open Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm, Friday 4pm-10pm, Saturday 3pm-10pm, and Sunday 12pm-8pm for dining and takeout services.
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