Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining & Award-Winning Pizza in Cleveland, OH
Established in 1956 by Frances and Michael Geraci, our family-owned restaurant has become a Cleveland tradition through six decades of dedicated service. We specialize in authentic Italian cuisine crafted from generations-old Sicilian recipes, serving award-winning pizzas, housemade pastas, and traditional entres across five Northeast Ohio locations. Our commitment to quality ingredients and warm hospitality has earned us a loyal following, with many customers returning for decades. We maintain the same passion for food and community that defined our founders, now led by Marti Geraci Spoth, Greg Spoth, and their children. Our staff often becomes part of the family, with some employees working with us for decades.We offer both dine-in and takeout options, with catering services for events of all sizes. Our Slice Shop in Downtown Cleveland provides casual daytime dining, while our bar locations feature happy hour specials. We maintain rigorous quality standards while preserving the heritage that makes us a local institution. Our franchise program now allows others to share in this legacy while maintaining the authenticity that defines Geraci's. Through changing times, we remain committed to serving exceptional Italian food with the same care that began in our original University Heights location.
Services
Italian Dining
Catering Services
Happy Hour Specials
Franchise Opportunities
Slice Shop
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We've served authentic Sicilian recipes since 1956 with unchanged family traditions
- Multiple Northeast Ohio locations accommodate diverse customer needs
- Award-winning pizza recognized as a Cleveland dining staple
- Dedicated staff with decades-long tenure ensures consistent quality
- Full-service catering available for events of all sizes
Services
Catering Services
Our full-service catering handles events from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. We provide traditional Italian dishes made from family recipes, including award-winning pizzas and housemade pastas. Menus feature options for all dietary preferences with advance notice.
Italian Dining
Experience authentic Sicilian cuisine in our family-friendly restaurants. Our menu features generations-old recipes with housemade pasta, fresh ingredients, and signature dishes that have made us a Cleveland institution since 1956.
Happy Hour
Enjoy daily happy hour specials in our bar areas with discounted drinks and appetizers. Features include half-price wine Wednesdays and select draft beers, served in our casual, welcoming atmosphere.
Franchise Program
Our franchise opportunity offers comprehensive training and support for operating a Geraci's location. Includes proven business systems, recipe access, and ongoing operational assistance from our experienced team.
Slice Shop
Our Downtown Cleveland Slice Shop provides quick-service Italian fare during daytime hours. Offers individual pizza slices, sandwiches, and beverages in a convenient, counter-service setting.
People
Frances Geraci
Founder
Co-founder who established Geraci's Restaurant in 1956 with her husband Michael, creating the foundation for Cleveland's beloved Italian dining tradition.
Michael Geraci
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in developing the authentic Sicilian recipes that continue to define Geraci's culinary identity across generations of diners.
Marti Geraci Spoth
Owner
Current operator continuing the family legacy, maintaining the original recipes and standards while expanding the restaurant's reach across Northeast Ohio.
Greg Spoth
Owner
Business leader working alongside Marti Geraci to preserve the restaurant's heritage while implementing modern operational improvements across all locations.
Questions
What makes Geraci's Restaurant unique?
We've served authentic Sicilian recipes since 1956 with unchanged family traditions, making us one of Cleveland's longest-standing dining institutions.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide full-service catering for events of all sizes with multiple menu options and delivery available for qualifying orders.
Are there happy hour specials?
Daily happy hour available in bar areas with discounted drinks and appetizers, including half-price wine Wednesdays.
Can I order food online?
Yes, online ordering available for takeout at all locations through our website with real-time order tracking.
Do you have franchise opportunities?
Yes, we offer comprehensive franchise programs with training and support for qualified business owners interested in our proven Italian restaurant model.
