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Amante Restaurant, Los Angeles, CA

Amante Restaurant

4.6 (235)
$30 and under
Italian
123 E 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015-1701

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Welcome to Amante Italian Restaurant in the heart of Los Angeles. You'll love every bit of our Italian cuisine and world-famous gourmet pizza at this sophisticated, neighborhood restaurant. From the moment you walk through the door until your last bite of our specialty desserts, we make our guests feel at home with a friendly, relaxing atmosphere and strong attention to service.

At Amante Italian Restaurant, all of our dishes are freshly made in house using our own family recipes. Satisfy your hunger at lunch or dinner with our current favorites like handmade pizzas and calzones made from scratch, with dough made in house, pizza sauce with local herbs and the finest California tomato products. Or you can choose from our large selection of pasta dishes including house-made lasagna, cannelloni, and manicotti.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Metered parking; Free after 6pm and on Holidays.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Happy Hour
    Happy Hour Photo

What 235 people are saying

Amante Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Downtown

    Good for groups

  • Downtown

    Neighborhood gem

  • Downtown

    Good for special occasions

  • Downtown

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amante Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere and "amazing food" with authentic Italian flavors, making it a standout choice in Downtown LA. Despite occasional service hiccups, dishes like "penne allá vodka" and Margherita pizza receive high praise. The restaurant is perfect for intimate dining experiences, featuring a talented violinist for enhanced ambiance.

235 Reviews
  1. Perla

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious Drinks were amazing Decorations in the restaurant beautiful love the neon signs and waterfall

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  2. James

    Washington DC1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    A management problem: We were dining before a show at the Orpheum. Service was terribly slow. Staff seemed confused and distracted. Only 5 of 6 entree were served and it took over 15 minutes for someone to light a fire to fix the situation. That guest didn’t get their food before we had to ask for the check and run to the theater. - the service was terrible. On the way out I heard from a regular they were catering an event upstairs and (apparently) neglecting the restaurant which was easily at half capacity. - I want to give this place another chance because the food that did arrive was tasty but I will never rely on them for a pre show dinner. I tried to find management, but they were also nowhere to be found so this review is what you get.

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  3. Luis

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is really good. The experience is great! The violinist is very talented!

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  4. Diego

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pasta was very good. I had the wild mushroom ravioli . Very tasty but be prepared to be in a food coma afterwards .

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  5. Leonardo

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dining experience at Amante Restaurant ! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the service was top-notch. Our server was friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The food was simply incredible. I ordered the “penne allá vodka” and it was cooked to perfection. The flavors were rich and vibrant, and the portion was very generous. I was impressed by the attention to detail in the presentation, it made the dish even more appealing. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu items. If you're looking for a great homemade Italian meal in Downtown LA , I highly recommend Amante Restaurant. Five stars and a big thumbs up from me!"

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was truly amazing the food was so authentic, I’ve never been to any authentic Italian restaurant. I’ve only been to sadly to say Olive Garden, so this was most definitely a great experience. I will be going back very very soon.

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  7. Angel

    Orange County6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic pasta and made with exceptional quality and taste. Too bad the cheese wheel is unavailable during lunch hour, only during dinner service, that’s the only down side.

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  8. Julissa

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was such a amazing dinner, had a great time spending my 5 year anniversary with my boyfriend. The food was delicious and very peaceful, the wine an amazing and truly delicious. Definitely would come back.

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  9. David

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was from north Italy and she provided us with so much insight on different items on the menu. This was a very lowkey date-night spot and was a hidden gem. The food was great and the pizza was amazing. I would suggest ordering a pizza if you typically like more volume. I would order an entree of pasta if you just want savory food. We also had an ipa that was imported from Italy and it was smooth.

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  10. KimE

    Central Coast14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amante has been on my list for a while and so happy we finally visited! Had the cheese bread, spaghetti al forno, and the carbonara - every dish excellent! The staff were wonderful and very attentive! Can't wait to return!

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FAQs

Amante Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Amante Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 488-4999.

Amante Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 235 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amante Restaurant

123 E 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015-1701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Metered parking; Free after 6pm and on Holidays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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