Came across the country for the best sandwich on the planet! Ate one on the shuttle for the rental car the airport!
Jason J.
Place rating: 1 Coshocton, OH
One of the worst experiences my wife and I ever had. stop after Indians game for a slice of pizza and beer and we’re harassed by bartenders four friends. never go here
Jake S.
Place rating: 4 Lenexa, KS
After reading reviews I was surprised it wasn’t more packed b/c there was an Indian’s game about to start. They have a big, open space inside and great patio. Seems like a great place to have a few beers before a game or whenever. Had one of their overstuffed sandwiches and it was great and very filling. Definitely going back soon!
Kevin G.
Place rating: 1 Cleveland, OH
Steer clear of the #1 cheesesteak. If you’re thinking you’re getting a nice filet on this sandwich, think again. After a night of drinking, nothing goes better in the gut then a Panini’s sandwich!!! The set up alone is mind boggling delicious! So I stumble in thinking«God a steak sounds great». Boom, Paninis offers a steak on a sandwich!!! Except God sent Panini’s an imitation«meat» that could be used as a door wedge. Started second guessing every decision I made while I polished off this sandwich. Hopefully the meat is upgraded. Needs to get on par with Morton’s and other steakhouses around town.
Austen H.
Place rating: 5 West Loop, Chicago, IL
The bar tender was extremely friendly and the sand which was very good. They also had a very good beer selection. I would recommend stopping in here before an Indians game.
Maricar G.
Place rating: 5 Independence, OH
Surprised there was two Panini’s within a few miles of each other but I would commend that it was done so strategically. One for the drunken West 6 party people and another(this one) in close proximity to the baseball and basketball games. Love this place because even if you don’t get a ticket to the game, you still enjoy the tribe vibe. Large pizza is only 12 bucks and is one of my favorite CLE pizza places. Thin crust, good sauce and great price. As was the beer. There is indoor and outdoor patio. Staff was attentive and fun. No close parking that was free but that would not stop me. I heart you paninins.
George H.
Place rating: 5 San Jose, CA
This is a good spot to hit before an Indians game. It’s close to the stadium, good crowd, attentive staff. Go see Flash!
David S.
Place rating: 5 Everett, MA
I was in a bad mood for various reasons. After two minutes the staff had me smiling. Beer was a great price too. Food good too!
Mr.Light M.
Place rating: 5 Agoura Hills, CA
I just had the best sandwich I’ve ever eaten! I live in California, just passing through and Unilocaled«sandwich» which led me here… suprised it’s not all 5 stars. The help were friendly and polite, service was fast, food was cheap. Best of all the sandwich is spectacular(I got the turkey) and it’s big enough to feed a family. No complaints at all here
Alisia A.
Place rating: 4 Westlake, OH
Like Jason S. below said, «Panini’s goes hand in hand with Cleveland sports.» You cannot go to a sporting event, especially the Indians, without stopping at this Panini’s. The vibe is all Cleveland. It feels like everyone is just one big family drinking together and celebrating Cleveland. Now lets talk about these crazy sandwiches. Last night was the first time I’ve had a panini from here and it was delicious. I usually get a slice of pizza but this time I needed to try to panini. All in all, great place to be a Clevelander.
Mike S.
Place rating: 5 Cleveland, OH
Panini’s definitely outdoes«Primanti Bros». I’ve tried them both… Panani’s for the win. Great ingredients, great taste, filling, and a classic in Cleveland. Must try Panini’s now.
Jessie H.
Place rating: 4 Solon, OH
Yum!!! It was a busy Friday night before a Cavs game and I brought several friends who were unfamiliar with Cleveland. The food was great and they have a pretty good beer selection on tap. I had the triple grilled cheese and I loved every bite! The house made chips are great too! My friend ordered a cheese pizza and she gave it a hearty approval, which is big because she orders cheese pizza basically everywhere and not just anyone makes the cut. Although they were understaffed for the large groups that came in(3 people working the bar and the grille was definitely tight), the food was great and it came out in a reasonable amount of time. Thanks again for a great meal, Paninis!!!
Jason S.
Place rating: 4 Westerville, OH
Panini’s goes hand in hand with Cleveland sports. I stop in before every Browns/Indians game I go to. It’s a simple place but the giant sandwich, pizza and beer selection are great. The pre-game energy always gets me excited for the game. I always feel at home with a bunch of rowdy Cleveland fans and am still comfortable taking the kids in the soak up the fun.
Sara W.
Place rating: 4 Cleveland, OH
If you leave this place hungry then you must not have had the overstuffed sandwiches. I am a creature of habit and tend to stick with my tried-and-true turkey. However, there are times when I feel like diving into the crazy and getting an egg thrown in top… today was one of those times. After a long day and a late lunch oh man this really hit the spot. The guys manning the grill are friendly and have your sandwich done in 3 mins tops. I work across the street and I was away from my desk for maybe 10 minutes. How can you beat that? Big thanks to the friendly fellow that gave me a big side of hot sauce!
Jonathan H.
Place rating: 4 Cleveland, OH
BIGOLRIDICULOUSANDDELICIOUSSAMMICHES. Just do it. Whether it is the Covenrty location, West 6th or Gateway. I am always satisfied! Alot of food for a little money.
Joe E.
Place rating: 3 Belleville, NJ
The sandwiches are fine, no complaints. But one problem: the menu contains … not a single panini! The closest item, called the Panini Boy, turned out to be a cheeseburger! So how does a restaurant named Panini’s not offer its namesake food? The manager explained that«panini» is Italian for«sandwich».(Not exactly: the actual Italian word is «panino» — «panini» is the plural — and even in Italy, it refers to a specific sandwich, one made with something other than sliced bread and then grilled in a press.) So for basic«bar & grill» fare, you can do a lot worse — but if your taste buds are craving a genuine panini, you won’t find one here, despite the name on the sign.
Steven B.
Place rating: 4 Astoria, NY
The original! An old favorite for before the game or after a rock show. Had the No. #1 Cheese steak this week for the first time in eons, and it was like reconnecting with a long lost best friend. You may regret it the next day(I.e. the pepperoni pizza), but in the moment, there’s nothing better.
Jessica I.
Place rating: 3 Rocky River, OH
It’s not gourmet, and it’s pretty much a facsimile of Primanti’s in Pittsburgh, but it really hits the spot sometimes. This location has always been fast and friendly for me. It helps to be drunk or hungover to fully appreciate the food.
Rob K.
Place rating: 4 Oakdale, PA
Anytime I’m in Cleveland I always stop at the Gateway Paninis! Always friendly, very reasonable beer prices, and good sandwiches. In the summer they have an outside area too! Great pregame start for Indians or Cavs games.
LaVerne G.
Place rating: 4 Cleveland, OH
I had a chicken salad it was so good! I can’t wait to order food from here again. The salad was fresh, plenty of meat with cheese and banana peppers.
Jessica D.
Place rating: 3 Columbus, OH
Came here before the Tribe game and have no qualms besides a slightly above-average glass of Summer Shandy. Nonetheless, this is to be expected from a sports bar just a quick walk from the stadium. The crowd was great, just a bunch of hearty crews, eager to imbibe before heading to the game. I did not expect such, shall we say, «ambitious» bussers, but otherwise the service was prompt and friendly. My colleagues at work praise the panini(surprise surprise), but I did not indulge in the bar food.
Sarah S.
Place rating: 4 Cleveland, OH
Panini’s is one of my favorite restaurants to go to for dinner before an Indians game. Their sandwiches are reasonably-priced and big enough to share with someone else if you’re not starving. The turkey is my favorite although they offer sandwiches with almost every other type of meat and taste great with the coleslaw and fries that come in the sandwich! They have many great beer choices as well. It’s usually very busy the nights of sports events, but it’s the type of place where you can find an open spot and stand while eating. They also have a great patio space that’s open in the summer.
Rodney W.
Place rating: 4 Parma, OH
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, «Get drunk. Go to Panini’s and eat a huge sandwich.» Work paid for us to go to a Tribe game during business hours, so we decided to stop at Panini’s for a huge beer on our way to the Jake. Yeah, yeah. I know. It’s called Progressive Field. But I prefer the bi-syllabic«The Jake» instead. It just sounds better. This place is in a prime location in Cleveland since it is close to all the major sports arenas. The sandwiches are amazing. If you haven’t had one, stop in and grab one, you’ll be surprised how they serve them. You won’t leave hungry.