Mama Santa's ★ 4.4
Mama Santa's on Mayfield Road in Little Italy, the Sicilian-style pizzeria run by the Santa family since 1961, anchors the cheap-lunch slice scene on the Murray Hill block.
Try: Square Sicilian pizza slice and a side of meatballs
What to order at Tommy's Restaurant
- The dish to know
- Falafel sandwich and spinach pie
Neighborhoodcleveland-heights
HoursMon-Thu 09:00-21:00; Fri 09:00-22:00; Sat 07:30-22:00; Sun 09:00-21:00
Phone+1 216 321 7757
The dishFalafel sandwich and spinach pie
Location
Address: 1824 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
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