Gaetano's – Italian
Gaetano’s welcomes guests into a cozy haven where the comforting steam of homemade Italian wedding soup and the irresistible aroma of toasted garlic bread fill the air. Golden-brown breaded eggplant and crisp, fried hot banana peppers offer a satisfying crunch, while the kitchen’s dedication to classic comfort shines through in every savory bite of stuffed shrimp and melted mozzarella. It is a neighborhood gem where the warmth of the atmosphere matches the heartiness of the fare, inviting diners to linger over plates of timeless, soul-warming favorites.
2747 S.O.M. Center Road, Willoughby Hills OH 44094 https://gaetanos.net/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, zone, volumetrics, tlc, aip, carnivore, alkaline, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional food quality and generous portions at Gaetano's, celebrating the menu as a standout addition to the neighborhood. Guests consistently praise the comfortable and inviting atmosphere, which provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. The service is highlighted for being both attentive and knowledgeable, with reviewers noting that the staff's expertise and warm hospitality significantly enhance the overall dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Homemade Italian Wedding Soup (Cup) - $6: Chicken, carrots, celery, spinach, meatballs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Homemade Italian Wedding Soup (Bowl) - $7: Chicken, carrots, celery, spinach, meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Homemade Eggplant - $11: Hand-breaded and fried crispy with cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Homemade Mozzarella - $10: Hand-breaded and fried crispy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Wings (8) - $10: Plain, buffalo, or barbecue Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Garlic Bread w/Cheese - $6: Fresh-baked Orlando bread, toasted, sliced thick, topped with garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- French Fries - $5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Hot Banana Peppers - $10: Hungarian hot banana peppers, topped with olive oil and garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Shrimp - $11: 6 shrimp stuffed with bread crumbs, roasted red peppers, Italian spices, crab meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad (Small) - $6: Mixed greens, tomatoes, cheese
- House Salad (Large) - $7: Mixed greens, tomatoes, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto (Small) - $8: Italian meats, cheese, tomatoes, and pepperoncini Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Antipasto (Large) - $11: Italian meats, cheese, tomatoes, and pepperoncini
- Vegetable Antipasto (Small) - $8: Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, cheese, tomatoes, and pepperoncini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Antipasto (Large) - $11: Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, cheese, tomatoes, and pepperoncini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Spinach Salad - $12: Fresh baby spinach, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Italian Tomato Salad - $11: Tomatoes, onions, oil, vinegar, spices, and bread for dipping Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Steak Salad - $18: Broiled steak sliced thin, with tomatoes and cheese
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $15: Grilled chicken, cheese, and tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Sandwiches
- Veal Cutlet Sandwich - $17: Hand-breaded and sauteed in olive oil
- Veal Parmigiana Sandwich - $17: Hand-breaded and sauteed in olive oil, topped with melted cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Cutlet Sandwich - $16: Hand-breaded and sauteed in olive oil
- Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich - $16: Hand-breaded and sauteed in olive oil, topped with melted cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $12: With lettuce and tomato on fresh-baked Italian bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Meatball Sub - $12: Homemade meatballs on fresh-baked Orlando bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Sausage Sub - $12: Large link of Italian sausage on fresh-baked Orlando bun
- Breaded Eggplant Sandwich - $13: Hand-breaded and sauteed in olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Fish Sandwich - $12: Battered white pollock, lettuce, tomato, tartar, on fresh-baked Italian bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Hot Peppers & Egg Sandwich - $14: Fluffy egg, Hungarian hot peppers, and a touch of onion on fresh-baked Italian bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pastas
- Homemade Spaghetti - $14: Served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Cavatelli - $14: Served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic
- Rigatoni - $14: Served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic
- Ravioli - $16: Choice of meat, cheese, or spinach; served with a salad
- Broccolini - $18: Broccoli with Alfredo sauce served over rigatoni; served with a salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Stuffed Shells - $16: Ricotta filled shells with marinara sauce; served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Pasta Primavera - $17: Spaghetti with mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, spinach, garlic & black olives in broth; served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Linguini With Clam Sauce - $14.5: White or red sauce; served with a salad Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Fettuccini Alfredo - $16: Fettuccini noodle tossed in a creamy Romano cheese sauce; served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pasta Aglio e Olio - $16: Spaghetti tossed in olive oil & garlic; served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Linguini & Shrimp Aglio - $18: Linguini aglio served with stuffed shrimp atop; served with a salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Eggplant Parmigiana Pasta - $19: Breaded eggplant topped with melted cheese; served with a salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baked Lasagna - $21: Homemade & stuffed with ricotta, meat, & mozzarella; served with a salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Entrees
- Veal Parmigiana Entree - $23: Topped with melted cheese; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Veal Marsala - $23: Veal sauteed with mushrooms, garlic, & marsala wine; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti
- Veal Francaise - $23: Veal sauteed in butter with lemon & wine; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti
- Veal With Eggplant - $25: Veal cutlet topped with eggplant parmigiana; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti
- Fish Fry - $15: Battered pollock with french fries or spaghetti; served with salad, bread, and butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana Entree - $22: Topped with melted cheese; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Marsala - $22: Chicken sauteed with mushrooms, garlic, & marsala wine; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Francaise - $22: Chicken sauteed in butter with lemon & wine; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti
- Chicken with Eggplant - $24: Chicken cutlet topped with eggplant parmigiana; served with salad, bread, butter, and spaghetti Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- 8oz. Chopped Sirloin Steak - $17: Ground sirloin, broiled with mushrooms & onions; served with salad, bread, butter, and choice of fries or spaghetti
- Steak & Shrimp Combo - $22: 8oz. strip steak topped with stuffed shrimp; served with salad, bread, butter, and choice of fries or spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
Pizza
- White Pizza (Small) - $9: Italian spices, fresh garlic, olive oil, grated cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- White Pizza (Large) - $12: Italian spices, fresh garlic, olive oil, grated cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Pizza (Small) - $9: Tomato sauce, basil, olive oil, fresh garlic, grated cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Pizza (Large) - $12: Tomato sauce, basil, olive oil, fresh garlic, grated cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
Kids
- Kids Tenders & Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Kids Fish & Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Kids 2 Ravioli - $5: Meat or cheese
- Kids Pasta - $5: Spaghetti or rigatoni Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Desserts
- Fried Dough - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $7
- Chocolate Mousse Pie - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cannoli - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Lemoncello - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Sides and Extras
- Meatball (1) - $3
- Meat Sauce - $5
- Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken Breast (Add-on) - $7 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Mushrooms - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Side of Broccoli - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Broccoli Aglio - $6: Tossed in garlic and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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