TaninoA great Westwood option; friendy,A great Westwood option; friendy, efficient service, very good food.5/16/2013 12:00:00 AMBirthday DinnerI took my girlfriend here for her birthday, and we both really enjoyed our time. The food was awesome. The service was quick and welcoming. The atmosphere was rustic in a romantic sort of way. The chef seemed to know several regulars and walked around greeting people in a familiar way. Everyone was very friendly and made it feel like we were eating at an old friend's house. Our server and the hostess are also to be commended for a job well done. We were seated right away and promptly received our food shortly after ordering. I would definitely return here in the future.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMA pre-Geffen Theatre favorite.A pre-Geffen Theatre favorite. Great food and service that is attentive without being intrusive.5/10/2013 12:00:00 AMLike dining in Europe!What a beautiful little restaurant! Three of us wanted a new place to dine before going to the Geffen Theatre. One of us found Tanino's on-line; their website didn't lie. Not only is the ambiance old-world reminiscent, but the service was just the right combination of attentive and friendly. And the food? Well, unfortunately, we only had about an hour to eat, so all of us opted for only a main course. One was a shrimp & crab-stuffed ravioli dish, with a champagne sauce. Two of us had pasta a la carbonara and in my not-so-humble opinion, it was the best carbonara I have ever tasted. All of the portions were surprisingly generous. Our waiter kept an eye on us throughout the meal and made sure we were out in plenty of time. Bravo!5/2/2013 12:00:00 AMjust wonderful food and serviceSpent almost 2 hours eating and talking. everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I am a first time patron but not the last time5/1/2013 12:00:00 AMOutstanding food we had theOutstanding food we had the fixed price menu which was good value4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMOverall good experience.Overall good experience. We arrived on the early side but the restaurant was quite full within a half hour. At that point it was rather warm and noisy. The food was quite good and well presented and the service prompt so I would recommend it. A good choice if you have tickets to the Geffen Playhouse.4/24/2013 12:00:00 AMTanino's has been a favoriteTanino's has been a favorite for many years. The menu is broad, the food prep creative and delicious and the presentation lovely. The service is very efficient but not hovering. Tanino's is our first choice for first class Italian food.4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMtheatre diningGreatly enjoyed our after theatre early dinner at Tanino. Our water was knowledgeable, efficient and attentive. Our meal was delicious-special salmon dish and a salmon in vodka sauce pasta. We'll definitely be back.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMThis is not the type of placeThis is not the type of place you go to every day. This is true in the sense that it is expensive, especially for Italian food. This is also true in the sense that there are few other eating establishments that can match the experience here. The interior is designed in a way that complements the luxury of the food. The oil and vinegar served with the bread at the beginning is of the highest quality. Their risotto and cured meat dishes are equally so. The prices, however, match the quality of the food. So expect to pay for your experience.4/2/2013 12:00:00 AMexcellent service and foodexcellent service and food is very good branzino and pasta especially3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMLove just sitting in suchLove just sitting in such an incredible space...the fabulous food is simply icing on the cake!3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMAn elegant bit of ItalyThis really is a lovely restaurant. High, decorative ceilings, warm atmosphere. A bit of Italy. We typically go there before theatre as it is so convenient to park and walk from there to the Geffen. The Branzino was great. My husband enjoyed the special pasta with
shrimp and langostino. The Italian tomato/bread soup was good--not particularly special, though. But we had no complaints. They are very good at getting you served and out in time for curtain time. We will be back.2/12/2013 12:00:00 AMNice restaurant, good foodNice restaurant, good food and service. Valet was not good, but oh well.2/12/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful--as always. TheWonderful--as always. The lamb chops are elegant, and the artichoke and pecorino salad is the way to start.2/9/2013 12:00:00 AM