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Firenze Osteria

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Address:
4212 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91602

Neighborhood:
North Hollywood

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Cuisine:
Italian

Price: $31 to $50

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Firenze Osteria Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.firenzeosteria.com
Email: info@firenzeosteria.com
Phone: (818) 760-7081
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm. Open Weekend days for Private Events!
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Italian
Executive Chef: Fabio Viviani
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wine
Catering: For your special occasion, we offer an array of specialized menus from simple to elegant, working to accommodate every budget. Firenze Osteria's catering staff is devoted to excellent service and will exceed your expectations. Let our event coordinators take all the stress away, so that you can relax and enjoy your event. Please contact us at (818) 760-7081 or info@firenzeosteria.com to plan your next event!
Entertainment: Live Music Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
Special Events & Promotions: Don't stress! Be our guest and we'll take care of the rest! Experience the warmth of Firenze. Wrap parties, cocktail parties, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, rehearsal dinners, bar/bat mitzvahs, holiday parties, corporate events/meetings, and more! Our event planners will help you design the perfect special event. 20 - 250 guests. Please contact the restaurant at (818) 760-7081 and speak to one of our event planners.

Getting there

Public Transit: Universal City Metro Station about 1/4 mile south of restaurant.
Parking: Valet

A word from Firenze Osteria

A stone's throw from Universal Studios, Firenze Osteria is setting the standard for Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. Fabio Viviani, Fan Favorite of Top Chef Season 5, brings 500 year old recipes from Florence to Los Angeles. Firenze Osteria's high quality and committment to excellence makes every… dining experience memorable. Our delicious menu includes, homemade pastas, dry aged meats, imported cheeses, an extensive wine list and unique martinis by Award Winning Mixologist, Jacopo Falleni. A night at Firenze Osteria will take you to Italy without needing a passport. Continued

Firenze Osteria

4.1

156 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies

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155 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

155 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(95)
special occasion(80)
neighborhood gem(78)

romantic(66)
good for groups(46)
notable wine list(44)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (155)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The pesto gnocchi was melt

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The pesto gnocchi was melt in the mouth delicious. And great drinks! And the bread. Did I mention the bread?If I was being picky I would say that the menus come across a little cheesy. But the gnocchi made up for that, ten times over.After we ordered dessert they discovered that they were out of vanilla gelato - so they brought us out an aperitif, on the house. Very cool."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

THis is one of my favorite

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"THis is one of my favorite spots in the valley. Consistantly outstanding food and very good service."

Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Nothing Special

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2012

2007

Dined on 04/05/2012

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was just okay, nothing special. Same goes for the service. Way too much garlic on my pork chop making it the only taste and smell from the meal. I am a big fan of garlic so the dish was not bad, just too much on an otherwise very tender pork chop. The accompanying gnocchi was slightly undercooked but otherwise tasted just like the pork chop because of all the garlic and no other flavor. The appetizer again was not bad, but nothing particularly interesting either. Anyone can put fresh mozzarella on toast. The most annoying part was the restaurant was packed and very very loud. It was Thursday night so I was surprised to find it crowded, especially considering it was nothing special. It was my first visit and sadly probably my last"

Dined on 04/05/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The hostess gave us a choice

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The hostess gave us a choice of two tables, which is always appreciated. The menu is very good, with some departure from the standard Italian pastas. The starters (the manzo carpaccio & burrata) were excellent. However, 3 of 4 of our main courses (the pasta & the fish special, and the Penne al Buttera) were very salty. Tasty but salty.

The wine list is not excessively long, and has some good finds.

I would like to give the restaurant a second try, as the overall experience was very enjoyable."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We decided on a tasting menu,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We decided on a tasting menu, chef's suggestions paired with wine. OUTSTANDING.
The assistant chef came to our table describing, in pure detail, every ingredient going into
each course. He was truly passionate about his craft. The wine choices were just as remarkable."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A romantic and memorable evening

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/29/2012

2012

Dined on 02/29/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Took my special girl here for dinner, and to say the very least, it was fantastic. The food was outstanding, the service excellent, and the ambiance romantic and charming. I will go here again ... and again! Thanks for a memorable evening!"

Dined on 02/29/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Firenze Osteria

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Noteably one of the best dining experiences ever. The staff is wonderfully attentive without being overbearing, the atmosphere was elegant but not stuffy, and most importantly the food was RIDICULOUSLY delicious!5+ Stars"

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always very solid to excellent

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2012

2008

Dined on 03/17/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Always very solid to excellent food. The burrata plate was outstanding with the roasted tomatoes and the parmesan to add a bit of tang. We always love it there and Lisa and the staff are always friendly and fantastic."

Dined on 03/17/2012

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

As always, dining here is

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2012

2008

Dined on 03/15/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"As always, dining here is a pleasure for both myself and my clients."

Dined on 03/15/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

I have now been to this restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/09/2012

2008

Dined on 03/09/2012

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I have now been to this restaurant several times. It was a welcome addition to the neighborhood, however the past two times (a Friday and Saturday night) the service was less than stellar. The last time we waited 10 minutes for anyone to acknowledge our presence. Luckily another waiter finally noticed that we had been there awhile and got our waiter on the ball. Same thing this time. Slow to get to us and not very attentive throughout.Our waiter initially opened our bottle or wine, but I poured the next glasses for the table myself. Not a big deal really. I'm capable of pouring wine, but it's nice to be pampered which is why we go out in the first place. BTW...I ALWAYS tip a minimum 20% regardless. Typically, I just don't go back."