Cleveland Other Cities

Welcome to Citysearch!

Find what you were looking for? (Hint: You can use the search box in the upper left-hand corner to track down anything you want. We're here to help, so click around.)
 | close

Best of Citysearch

Cleveland Nightlife 2007

Vote Sponsored By

My Summary

Recently viewed

Recommended for you

More

Pizzazz Pizza

20680 N Park Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118-4519
Phone: (216) 321-7272
Citysearch
Price:
$$

Editorial Review for Pizzazz Pizza – by John Hyduk

The Scene
A casual but well-heeled crowd likes to gather at sunset to dress down, kick back, and debate the day. Enter, and you're swept up in a distinct job-fair vibe. To the left of you, a roomy, booth-laden, very blond dining room dispenses grilled meats, four cheese calzones (a kind of goodie-filled pastry pocket) and a fiery shrimp diablo pasta platter. To the right of you, a sleek tavern area buzzes with draft beer, strong spirits, and any number of theories on the inability of JCU sports teams to crack the winners' circle. Straight ahead, a tiled takeout counter dispenses pizza by the box and pasta by the tin. Onward rides the 600, which is the approximate head count here on a hip and hungry evening.

The Food
Dinner might be the house clam sauce over linguine, a healthy statement. The Cholesterol Monster pizza chaser (pepperoni, sausage, salami, meatballs and ham)on the other hand, might inspire coronary vapor lock in a triathlete.

The Finale
By the time the nearby campus bell tower strikes curfew, everyone's carrying a cardboard caseload-- most likely the Classic Deluxe, a thick crust beauty covered in veggies and spiced meats. The rest of the subs, salads, and sausage stuffed peppers should also be regarded as required courses.

Editorial content is independent of paid advertisers. Any expenses are paid for by Citysearch.

User Reviews for Pizzazz Pizza

Citysearch (3), Dine.com (4 ), All (7)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/22/2006 Posted by birdchirp

Because this location is right across from a private university, I have often heard some pretty hilarious parent/child discussions ("No, dad, I need more than $50 a day for food unless you want me becoming anorexic or something"). Easedropping just makes the time fly by as you await your pizza. We always get a pepperoni diablo pizza and salads. I crave the house Italian dressing as I write this! The Pepsi served here is the sweetest I have had in this country--a big plus in my book.

Pros: Can walk to Ben and Jerry's for ice cream

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/26/2006 Posted by meatballlover

Excellent pizza, we are bi-weekly customers to one of their two locations. We order our pizza "extra thick" and are never disappointed with the consistently good tasting food at either of this restaurant's two locations. Highly recommend. Also at the North Park, John Carroll University location only is the fantastic cajun chicken salad that is a must with any meal there; same fantastic house italian dressing as the Mayfield Village location. This location is owned by a family member of the original owners at Mayfield Village. This location is a bigger restaurant and bar than the Mayfield Village location. Excellent service with always an attentiveness to the customer's needs.

Pros: Pizza, Cajun Chicken, Sauce/dressing

Cons: Parking, Waiting area, $10 or more

Users Like You Also Viewed

Ruth's Chris Steak House
28699 Chagrin Blvd.
Woodmere Village, OH 44122

Buca di Beppo
16677 SOUTHPARK CENTER
STRONGSVILLE, OH 44136

Related Searches

Editor's Review

This little brick building looks more like part of the adjoining John Carroll University campus than a pasta joint.  See the full editorial review.

Got a Tip?

Write a review for Pizzazz Pizza

Restaurant Information

Admission

  • $8-$12

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Pizza

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Check
  • Cash
  • MasterCard

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Happy Hour
  • Kid Friendly
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Local Favorites

Site Links:

Citysearch is a registered trademark of Bluefoot Ventures Inc., and is used under license.
© 2008 Citysearch.com All rights reserved.

Partner Sites: