Cent's Pizza + Goods

This restaurant is absolutely delicious and it is perfect if you're looking for a meal that won't take too long, isn't fussy, and the atmosphere is inviting and funky. I have been here a couple times and I believe I have perfected my ordering to the following (serving 4 people): - Wonder Bread (with butter - absolutely a must. I will get 2 orders of this for a party of 4) * Pairs nicely with: n'duja spread , straciatella, olives (with citrus and chili), and mortadella (surprisingly delicious) - Pink Pizza * I also recommend the Caesar salad but it's a little challenging to split. But 1 order serves 2 people nicely. Notes: They have a sour tropical ale from Hoof Hearted that is truly delicious and unique. My sister is a big negroni fan and she likes to get them from Cents which says a lot. You can't be put on the wait list (or seated) until your entire party arrives

Great experience in a super unique atmosphere and format. We had to wait a bit for a seat but it wasn't a big deal as we were able to browse the wine selection and eclectic array of merchandise with cocktails in hand. My "Olive's Dirty" martini - black and red pepper-infused Watershed gin with the brine from their olive dish - and my wife's "Bandito" - a delicious chile-infused mezcal with two Amari and lemon juice - were excellent, very much in line with LBM, Cloak, or Porco. We were waiting for a friend and when spots at the bar opened up we snagged them - really recommend the bar because of the direct view on the kitchen and you can watch the kitchen at work. Staff, from the bartenders to the owner to the gentleman who recommended our wine, were all pleasant and knowledgeable. All of our food was phenomenal - the stracciatella was so good it made me cry - seriously if you go you must have this. It came served as a loaf of "wonder bread" with a mass of mozzarella in cream in a separate bowl... we took small bits of bread, tore them open to make small pockets, pinched off globs of mozzarella, dipped in chili sauce, and....heaven. The kale Caesar and endive + frisée salads also fantastic, and then the Shroom and Pepp pizzas. Might be the best pizza in Cleveland. Honest. But if you don't trust me there were chefs there from three other well known area restaurants (it was a Monday, all at different tables) so if those guys are going there on their day off you know it's a thing. Can't wait to go back.

I came to Cent's with my friend to celebrate her new out-of-state job offer. We had both heard a lot of good things about Cent's but hadn't found time to visit until recently. It's a small space but we came pretty early on a weeknight and had no problems getting seated. We were both impressed by the decor - it has a very well curated retro pizza parlor vibe, and though we were spooked at first by a gigantic "Cash Only" sign, once we found out it was just decor and not a serious sign, we really appreciated the decor. Our waitress was very helpful since it was our first time and we settled on the wonderbread with house butter, an eggplant special, and the cherry pizza (plus a Mexican Coca-Cola to share). The wonderbread was interesting - it both reminded me of/tasted like a baked pizza dough but also had a unique quality. It paired well with the house butter as well as our eggplant appetizer. I wasn't sure if I wanted to order it at first because it is quite expensive ($12) in my opinion but I am glad that we got it since it is something that makes Cent's quite special. If I came with a larger group of people next time I would consider ordering it again, it was a bit too much for 2. My friend was very intrigued by the cherry pizza before we even sat down, and I agreed to share it with her not fully realizing that it had Luxardo cherries on it (honestly just assumed it was cherry tomatoes and didn't feel the need to fully read the menu). It freaked me out a bit at first but honestly I think the cherry, ricotta, and mint worked pretty nicely with the cheese and pepperoni (without the pepperoni it definitely would've been way too sweet). I didn't love how much ricotta was dolloped on the pizza and I wish there was more sauce, but I really enjoyed the crust, and even though I thought the combination was kind of weird I wasn't against it (although next time I might try something more tame!) For dessert we got a tiramisu to go and it was fine - a little on the small side (looked like basically 2 ladyfingers) but no complaints about the taste. Cent's has a certain novelty to it and they seem to use really nice, high-quality ingredients to make their unique pairings work. I would definitely come back and try some more things on the menu. The staff were super nice and accommodating and I appreciated not having to wait a very long time for a nice pizza (something that can be hard to find in CLE!)

Cent's Pizza is one of my favorite pizza joints in all of Cleveland. It's a little hidden gem on Lorain Ave. The restaurant itself was clearly carefully designed and had a retro type of interior design. The service here was also great. The staff are friendly and attentive. Now to the food: I am usually not one to get appetizers, but I was recommended the Wonder Bread, and wow it was wonder-ful bread! It was both soft and doughy, yet with a slight crunchy exterior. For pizza, we got the Sunday Gravy with Pepperoni, and it was so good, we wanted to get more. If we were not already stuffed, we would have gotten another one! This pizza had lots of flavor and not overly greasy. Overall, this is a must try pizza place in Cleveland. I will be taking all of my out-of-state friends here when they visit!

Stopped in here when I was visiting friends one night. Had a decent wait time on a Saturday (45min). We just got a drink from the bar and hung around waiting in the little sitting area. We got sat at the patio which was quite a pleasant area. On to what matters, the food! Service was fair for how busy they seemed. We started with the stracciatella with some chili oil which was great. Then followed that up with the Mr. White which was phenomenal and by far our favorite. Would 100% get that again. Second pizza we got was the papa. Pretty good but not a necessity. Overall def recommend. Had some unique cocktails also.

Paid Cent's an overdue visit after hearing so many good things about it and was not disappointed! First of all, the decor/music/overall vibe is super cool. It's giving retro, 60s, disco vibes. The service is great as well. The pizza itself is made to order and delicious. We got the Mr. White, which was our favorite, and the Papa, which we felt could have been salted more and was a little overdone. The tiramisu was good as well, but nothing to write home about. Overall, I had a great time at Cent's and will definitely be back to try more of their pizzas. Note: their decor features are huge framed sign that says "cash only", but they do in fact accept card payment.

Cents Pizza is the ultimate spot in Cleveland for a laid-back yet funky pizza experience! The ambiance is chill and cool, perfect for unwinding with friends. Service is top-notch, but be sure to get here early--it's always buzzing, and they don't take reservations or seat you until your whole crew is there. Their pizza is phenomenal, but don't sleep on the snacks--especially the olives if you're into them. Pro tip: get the wonder bread for dipping, and pair it with their nduja, chili oil, butter, and stracciatella. As for drinks, their negroni is one of the best.

Cent's is aesthetically perfect. I can't even believe someone nailed the design so hard. The gift/wine shop that functions as a waiting area is a nice touch. I'll be stopping in next time I need something cool to bring to a friend. If you want to purchase a bottle of wine from the front there's a $20 corkage fee. The prices weren't terribly high even with the fee, but we went with cocktails anyway. Both drinks that we had were somewhat savory (one with ancho reyes, one with rosemary) and that seemed to be consistent with the rest of the spirits menu. Beers (with the exception of Bud Heavy) are cans. There were also a few non-beers (a seltzer, cider and kombucha). Our server helpfully provided the run down of the snack menu. She said not to skip the Wonder Bread and that was very wise advice. I would come back solely for the Wonder Bread and butter. We also got the 'Njuda, which is a warm spicy pork spread, and the Fontina vs. Fontinella. For the main event we went with the Cherry Pie. Luxardo cherries...on a pizza (!!!) On this day they subbed pepperoni for hot sopressata so it didn't have the heat I was expecting, however the addition of chili flakes did the trick. The pizzas are approximately 12 inches and 6 pieces. After the Wonder Bread and snacks, we still had a couple slices to take home between two of us. I can't wait to come back and try another pizza. Might come real hungry and double up on the Wonder Bread. They have a small patio area, and I'm looking forward to seeing what they make of it in warm weather. Thank you Cent's for helping lead the way on creating a Lorain business corridor!

Good food, very friendly service, and hip ambiance! I enjoy the music playing in the background, great mix of electronic sounds. On top of that, they were playing Fast & Furious on the screen

Great service, we sat at the bar and the bartender gave us wonderful service. Both pizzas were delicious. Salty pizza was flavorful. Pink pizza was great. Great experience, would highly recommend.

Impromtu Date Night. Cents Pizza near Ohio City in Cleveland. Blown away. The Cherry Pie Pizza with hot pepper flakes. ( see photo for description ). Stracciatella ( mozz cheese, heavy cream, evoo and cracked pepper). This cheezy goodness and the fresh baked "Wonder Bread" ( puffy , light and airy - hot and fresh) .....a match made in heavy. We also tried the NDuja - a cured spicy pork spread. Unique....jury is still out. This service and the interior make this quirky place a must try. Yum.

The pizza is good, the wonder bread likewise. Service is admirable. However, I've never been charged a corkage fee on a bottle of wine I purchased from a restaurant in which I was going to eat and drink. Adding insult to injury, the server didn't mention it would be $20 extra (on top of the $55 price) if you order a bottle. Bad move, that left a bad taste in our mouths. We will find another place to spend $165 for dinner for 3.

We ended up trying Cents on a whim tonight and had a good time! The atmosphere is very nice, the decorations are so cute. We went for the outdoor seating today and I'm excited to get a better look at the inside next time. Our waitress was super nice and had great recommendations for pies to try. I will say the food took a while to come out, the pizzas probably came over a half hour after we ordered. Tonight we got fives pies and an app: Wonder Bread Combo: this was surprisingly good! The cheese really added to it, although I thought my pieces were over salted. This will be a theme tonight. Mr. White: this was my favorite pie by far, definitely a must try Respeck Pizza: this was a recommendation, I thought it was good but again kinda salty Pepperoni: standard pepperoni pizza, I liked the peppers to balance it out Sunday Gravy Gorfunkel: this was a fun one to try with the blue cheese Overall, I liked the pizzas and would probably come back! The only downsides were the waiting and the saltiness

NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY yes the pizza is good but I was APPALLED when I realized the restaurant was playing soft porn on the big screen in the main seating area while my 3yr old was there at 5PM on a Saturday. Will not be going back.... I'm beyond upset that my child was exposed to that! Shameful!

I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to pizza and often have no trouble finding something to critique, but Cent's impressed me on all fronts. This is a top-notch pizza place. The pie: Cent's offers up mid-size, thin-crust pizza with a variety of topping combos ranging from the familiar to the surprising. The crust is a delicious balance of blackened crisp and doughy chew - best of both worlds if you ask me. The vibe: Mood lighting, smooth wood and tasteful artistic flourishes abound within. There's a little gift shop up front with designer tees, coffee table books and fine wines on offer. The crew: Everyone I chatted with was kind and knowledgeable. A mix-up with my order was swiftly resolved with no complaint. Chill, cool & competent people work here.

Cents is among my 3 favorite pizza places in Cleveland. It's a cozy little restaurant in Ohio City, so make sure to get there early! They have a cute store section at the entrance where you can hang out while you wait. It's great for both group dinners and dates. I usually get a pizza to share (slowly making it through the menu!) and bread and cheese for appetizer (don't skip that one). The service is efficient, and everyone is super nice.

The ambiance here is very nice. A very trendy restaurant that looks really cute. There's even a disco ball in the back room. The wonderbread was very delicious. We also got the cherry pie which was good. The crust was a little bit burnt but I kind of enjoy it like that. We sat at the bar and our bartender was very attentive and the service was very good.

Amazing pizza and the bread omg!!!! Ok it's small yes but there's an such cute thing to check out chat have a few drinks while you wait . Service was great I love the view of the over from our seat

A VIBE. I visited with my bf right at opening so it wasn't crowded yet. But the aesthetic is unique and fresh compared to other places opening up in Cleveland. It's much smaller than I expected though so I'm sure wait times can get wild on a weekend or during regular dinner hours. The bread appetizer was solid, not necessarily anything phenomenal but if you order it get the chili sauce on the side to dip into! (Note: the bread doesn't come with any dips, you have to order a sauce for $2 extra which I'm not a huge fan of but aw well). The kale Caesar salad was a little dry, I was expecting a bit more from the taste of the dressing. It fell a bit flat for me, however, the portion size is HUGE. And finally, the pizza. This is where Cents truly shines. The tomato sauce tastes so fresh I felt like they must have picked the tomato's off the vine. The crust was delicious and the toppings/cheese worked harmoniously. I love the concept of regularly switching up their wine by the glass. Wish they had a happy hour during the early hour!

Just a disclaimer that I can't give a thorough review of their food as I only came here to try the wonder bread and stracciatella. Basing off those two alone, the woodfire-oven baked wonder bread was absoulutely delicious. Cripsy on the outside and soft on the inside and seasoned with sea salt. The stracciatella dip made with fresh mozzarella, heavy cream, EVOO, and black pepper was also divine. I've never had anything quite like it before. It's very simple yet perfect with the bread. Ambience - 5/5. Very cool pizzeria that has a bar-like feeling. I didn't get to see their patio but I saw from their Instagram that it seems spacious and nice. Price - a little bit on the pricier side. Pizza pies are sold in whole which vary from $13-$22. The small bites which I got are actually pricier for almost $10 each. They also have a good curation of cocktails to choose from.

We visited Cents again and decided this could be our favorite pizza place. The dining room is whimsical and food is awesome. We arrived right when they opened, because the dining room fills up in a hurry. The staff are friendly and helpful. We chose a tin of fish and it was dressed up by the kitchen. The presentation was cute and my group loved it on the wonder bread. Don't forget the Wonder Bread. We ended ordering two loaves, because it is just that good. The pickle party is always a win. It is the perfect salty briny mix. The Deep House salad is all greens, but doesn't miss a beat. It is dressed well and more than enough to share. We had three pizzas for four people and it was the perfect amount. We ended up with two pieces coming home. Cents provides compostable take out containers. We will be returning soon!

Cents has some of the best pizza crust in cleveland! It's soft inside and crispy on the outside. The wonder bread is a MUST! We tried it with the chili oil but would get the stracciatella next time after reading how popular it is. The pizza was also good, everything tasted fresh. The menu is relatively small, but includes a few apps/small bites and pizzas. They are accommodating to different dietary needs. Inside is super cute with vintage decor and they have more seating on their patio. It's small inside so their can be a wait during peak times. My only complaint is the price for the size of the pizza. Will definitely go back though esp to try their tiramisu

This restaurant was so great. I really enjoyed the atmosphere sitting outside and the pizzas. I also ordered an Aperol spritz, which was delicious. We ordered the wonderBread with anchovies and butter along with the cheese pizza and the Papas pizza. I thought the pizza was delicious fresh and crunchy. our server was also quite nice but the service was a little slow. Will definitely come back. Also, they had a great playlist going on in the background.

Cent's straight up slams. Before we get to food, dope wood fired oven in their open kitchen, really cool clothes and decor up front, including a real pair of Jordan 1 chicagos from 1985, and to top it off they have a great patio Outback perfect for summer. Service is very attentive and quick. Before we get to the pizza which is tops in the city hands down, we gotta start with the wonder bread and stracciatella, I literally think about it for days after I leave. The wonder bread is a perfect wood fired bread, thick enough to have some chew and absorption capabilities, but thin enough to puff up and pull apart with your hands. The stracciatella, is fresh mozzarella strands in extra virgin olive oil, and is the perfect pair to the wonder bread. It's so creamy and smooth salty and fatty, absolutely amazing! Pizzas are incredible, I could stop there but I will continue. We got 3 pizzas to split for 4, the Mr. White, the pepperoni and the Sunday gravy. The pies are one size and come with 6 slices. The mr white was garlic ricotta and mozzarella and was a very light and flavorful white pie. The pepperoni is great comes with cupping pepperonis and pickled chilis. And the Sunday gravy is a tomato basil meatball parmasean pie and is quite flavorful and a great compliment to the first two. All the pies dough has a perfect chew and a great char from the wood fired oven. One of if not the best pizzas in Cleveland (Il Rione). Highly recommend, 11/10. Service 10/10 Ambiance 9/10 Food 12/10

Have I not reviewed Cent's yet? That makes no cents!!! I love it here so much. The vibe, the pizza, the drinks, the tiramisu!! It's truly hard to find fault with any aspect of this restaurant. We consistently have good service, excellent food, and unique drinks. When visitors come from out of town, Cents is often at the top of my list of where I want to take them. I feel like for a small to mid sized city Cleveland has more than its fair share of superb pizza shops, and Cents is at the top of the list. On our most recent visit, we got the white pizza and added capers. Delicious! I also got the Rosa spritz which will now be my go to order. I liked it way more than I thought I would (and...of course I already thought I'd like it because I ordered it) With ample street parking and epic pies, there's no reason to not go to Cents right now.

Cents hold a special place in my heart. This place brought some strong pizza to the Clevland scene and everything is damm delicious. Don't let the simplicity of wonder bread fool you because it's far better than just your average bread appetizer. Any pizza you can't go wrong. Despite a huge sign saying CASH ONLY THEY ACCEPT CARDS LOL. The sauce is spot on as is the pickled veggies. The cocktails are superb and the ambience is super chill. Side note they have a mini store where you can buy some cool little gifts on your way out !

The atmosphere is a whole chill vibe. Pizzas were amazing and service was good. We ordered a Mr. White and a pepperoni.

Zig zag drink is amazing. The cherry pie is interesting. Not sure how I feel with ricotta on my pizza

This place seems really popular. We came on a Saturday night and takeout was a 40 minute wait so definitely come early. The vibes were super cool and I really liked the decor of the place. We got two pizzas and I really liked them. I usually like crispier crust but it was nice and soft here. The sauce and cheese were also perfect. A nice dinner for a Sat night.

New York style perfect portion pizza for two on a date night not wanting to bring home leftovers. Again date night, tons of variety with cocktails, and wines of the night. Biggest regret is not ordering the tiramisu but will be back. Service is excellent, it's pizza so an appetizer and glass of wine will help in the meantime. The layout is super retro and cute, omg the disco ball in the back is classic. I have a big butt so the stools and mini chairs didn't bother me but would be annoying to my boney grandma as an fyi so tell her to come out for pizza and BYOC (bring your own cushion)

Wow, we had a friend recommend this place to try. Unexpectedly, this is now our favorite pizza in the Cleveland area. We also ordered the bread and butter appetizer which was so delicious I'm still dreaming about it. Who knew something so simple could be that delicious.

Top 3 best restaurants I ate at in 2023 as well as top 3 best things I ate in 2023!!! We came here first on a rainy day and sat in the cool and moody inside that had a retro movie playing. If there is one thing I can say and you take away from this review is you MUST get the Wonder Bread and Stracciatella. The way this magical bread and cheese mixture dip left me SPEECHLESS. The pizza was also super light and good, but the bread is so wild. We went back again over summer and enjoyed the quaint patio, and you know we HAD to get the Wonder Bread combo again. This is a place again you call your mom and tell her about the delicious meal you had.

I will start off by saying that the food is DELICIOUS--the reason why this review is low is really because of the service and dining experience. We came on a Saturday night, and were able to get seated within 15 min without a reservation outside. As soon as we were seated, there were SO MANY ANTS all over our table. We had to keep moving the ants as they would get on our plates and out arms and legs.... Secondly, the wait for food took forever. The wonder bread (which was so yum!!!) came out in like 10 minutes, but we waited OVER 40 MINUTES for the pizza. This seemed longer considering there were ants all over the place. The food is so good. The pizza is light and fluffy. The wonder bread is so fluffy and delicious. You do have to pay extra for butter ($2) and dips ($10) which is very expensive in my opinion... just eat inside or even better... get takeout!!!!

Another solid neopolitan pizza spot in cleveland! Equal to vero in quality in my opinion. The pizzas come out quick in their hot oven. Relatively limited seating inside and can get crowded. They offer takeout as well. The pepperoni was LOADED, big fan.

Expensive but funky and bold. I love the retail effort upfront, random tunes and tasty pies. Get the Sunday Gravy- awesome!

This was such a great meal! We came here at 5pm on a Friday, and we were the first ones in! Get here early, because by 5:30/6, it was pretty packed. The vibe is trendy with lots of old school vintage items for decor, and the staff is super friendly! There are a good selection of beers on tap and in cans that you can peruse in a fridge before you select one. We started with the wonder bread and the stracciatella. The bread is so wonderfully puffy and chewy, and it goes great with that cheese. For the pies, we got the Mr.White with red pepper flakes and red onions, and we got the Sunday gravy with pepperoni. Both pizzas were really good. The crust is thin, crisp, and not greasy. The Mr.White was probably our favorite of the 2, but we loved how crispy they got the pepperoni on the Sunday gravy! We thought the price for all of that food was also very reasonable, especially considering the quality! Overall, we were impressed and thought this was some of the best pizza we've had in Cleveland. We'll definitely be back!

The pizza is small for the price. The wonder bread was loaded with salt. I would not try this place again.

Great pizza!!! Great service!! The peppers on the pepperoni pie were the perfect punch of heat to complement the light crust! We did carry out but I will definitely dine in next time. Seemed like a great atmosphere!

This place was a hidden gem. I say hidden because the outside of the building doesn't look like very much but the inside is a cool vibe! It's modern. They played good music and most importantly the food was amazing. We tried the wonder bread and the straciatella. The bread was so good! The stracietella was a good accompaniment to the bread. I ordered a bottle of wine called "bring it". Very good! The server was awesome! Let's talk about the pizza. Delicious!!! We tried the cheese pizza with pepperoni and the sausage pizza. Pizza is neopolitan style, crispy, and the sauce is just right! Their tiramisu is a nice portion and such a good wrap up to a meal. I highly recommend this pizza place. I will definitely go back!

Atmosphere is amazing , great staff , very professional and welcoming ! Food is delicious , highly recommended the wonder bread with butter and the tiramisu.

Great vibes, perfect to bring out of town family or friends. Light in the back patio for a good night time date

Fun atmosphere and some of the best pizza I've had in a long time. Would definitely go again the next time we're in Cleveland.

Delicious! Addicting! Perfect atmosphere! I love Cent's. Everything I've eaten there is of very high quality.

Had a recent takeout pie (due to some ongoing COVID-19 concerns in our house). We choice the Papa...a pie served with tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses topped with sausage and Hungarian hot peppers. It had the perfect thin crust char to it and a delicious flavor combination. No pictures this time around, but excited to return soon and partake of the experience in person! Keep up the good work, gang!

The pizza dough appetizer/snack was phenomenal as were the olives, pickled veggies, and mozzarella dipping sauce. Excellent service! The Papa, Mr White, Sunday Gravy and Pepperoni were outstanding pizzas. The outdoor seating area was great for kids. My brother-in-law who has an excellent pizza shop in Connecticut that was rated highly by Portnoy and will be featured on Guy Fieri's DDD loved it as well

This is such a hidden gem of Lakewood- if we didn't receive the rec from a friend, there's no way we would have even thought to come here. But thank god we did because this was easily some of the best pizza we've had in Cleveland! We got the wonder bread with stracciatella which was an amazing combo recommended by our server. For drinks we both got the zig zag and my partner also got a día dai beer. For pizza, we got the Respeck with basil and Sunday gravy with pepperoni. The interior was stunning, with such a unique combo of a DJ and movie playing in the background. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and everything was perfectly curated. I will say that this is a relatively higher priced place, but for the ambiance and experience, it was totally worth it. The open bar and kitchen layout was such a vibe! We came on a Thursday evening and the place was packed but contrary to what we initially expected, didn't have to wait for a table at all! Our server was incredible and super attentive which we loved. Overall, great experience and will definitely be returning!

I saw pics of Cent's online and thought the cute retro vibe was unmissable. I was not disappointed! The thin crust pizza was tasty with fresh toppings. The char was a little more than I prefer, but the vibe and cute patio made up for it. Do not miss the wonder bread. It's fluffy and salty and amazing. The butter alone is worth going for. I saved what was left to put on the pizza crust! The cocktail selection wasn't amazing (for my tastes) but they had some great beers. Definitely will be back again.

If you are tired of the same ol' pizza, try this spot!!! The Respeck pizza was fabulous! And the staff was attentive and friendly! I will be back soon!

Dined last night from a Cleveland friends advise, staff was so friendly and accommodated quickly as it was full. Started with a classic Negroni and loved the presentation. Apps were delicious and our Pizza's were the best of had let alone coming back from Italy two weeks ago just spot on! Also met the owner who was busy bussing tables for the next guests. Will be back soon and first year in business plus such a Hip Vibe!

Came here with my mama and we had a blast. One of the best if not the best pizza in Cleveland. The mozz cheese was incredible. I would eat it all day if I had access to it. The owner is fun to watch when he is in action. He tosses the pizza in the air like in NY or old school spots. Very nice guy as well as the staff. Check out Cent's!