Tanino

Name: Tanino
Address: 1043 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90024
Telephone: (310) 208-0444
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2

984 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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You will feel as if you've traveled back in time to Old Italy. Tanino Drago grew up in a small town in Sicily. His father made the family's wine, cheese and olive oil. His mother made the fresh pasta and bread. Tanino it seems was destined to master the art of fine Italian cuisine. He worked at his uncle's trattoria and studied at the Giarre Culinary School. It all comes together beautifully at Tanino's in Westwood. The Renaissance-style building was designed by Paul Williams and built in 1929.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:30pm; Open For Dinner: Monday - Friday at 5:00pm and Sunday at 4:00pm
Phone number
(310) 208-0444
Website
http://www.tanino.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tanino Drago
Catering
Our professionally trained staff is prepared to take care of all your needs in planning the perfect party. <br />
Private party facilities
Elegantly situated in a historic building bursting with inspired and unusually appropriate original artwork and architecture, Tanino Ristorante and Bar offers unique spaces for private events and intimate dinners.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (877) 233-7307

Location
1043 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
Neighborhood
Westwood
Cross street
Weyburn/ Kinross
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Pappa al Pomodoro$9.50
Classic Tuscan Bread and Tomato Soup
Zuppa di Funghi$11.00
Mushroom Soup with fontina cheese
Insalata del Salumiere$16.50
Chopped Iceberg Lettuce, Tomatoes, Sharp Provolone, Garbanzo Beans, Salami and Sicilian Oregano Red Vinegar Dressing
Fritto di Calamari$16.50
Deep Fried Calamari with a Spicy Tomato Sauce
Panzanella Di Farro e Buratta$18.50
Spelt Salad with fresh Buttery Mozzarella, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, basil, extra virgin olive oil
Burrata e Speck$17.50
Buttery Mozzarella Cheese with Smoked Italian Prosciutto and Roasted Bell Peppers
Fiori di Zucca in Pastella$17.50
Fried Zucchini Blossoms Filled with Ricotta on a Bed of Tomato and Basil Sauce
Carpaccio di Manzo e Scaglie di Parma$18.00
Beef Carpaccio with Arugula Salad and Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Lemon
Prosciutto e Melone$17.50
Aged Italian Cured Ham with Fresh Melon
Insalata Mista$9.50
Baby Mixed Greens in Aged Balsamic Dressing and Reggiano Cheese
Insalata di Carciofi$17.95
Baby Artichokes and Arugula Salad, Olive Oil, Lemon Vinaigrette and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Insalata di Bietola E Gamberi$17.50
Chopped Romaine, Red Beets Salad with Sautéed Shrimps, Pine nuts and Goat Cheese
Insalata Cesare$12.50
Romaine lettuce with Cesar dressing and shaved parmesan cheese
Bresaola Della Valtellina$17.50
Cured beef with Hearts of Palm and Parmesan Cheese and Micro Greens

Pasta And Grill

Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci$16.95
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli in a Tomato and Basil Sauce
Tortelloni di Zucca$18.50
Pumpkin Ravioli with Butter and Sage Sauce
Penne al Prosciutto e Vodka$19.00
Penne Pasta with Prosciutto and Vodka Sauce
Pappardelle al Ragu' d'Agnello$18.50
Wide Ribbon Pasta with Lamb Ragout
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$26.00
Linguine with Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari, Clams and Mussels in a Brandy White Wine Spicy Tomato Sauce
Capellini alla Checca$15.50
Angel Hair Pasta with Fresh Tomato, Garlic and Basil
Trofie alla Siciliana e Pistachio$22.00
Homemade Cork-Screw Pasta with Rock Shrimps, Eggplant, Fresh Mint in a Pink Sauce and Pistachio
Spaghetti Bolognese$19.50
Spaghetti with Bolognese Meat Sauce
Risotto ai Funghi$21.00
Mushroom Risotto with Mascarpone Cheese
Rigatoni alla Norma$19.00
Rigatoni with eggplant, tomato basil sauce, topped with baked ricotta cheese and mozzarella
Risotto Nero$22.00
Squid ink Risotto and Calamari
Costine d'Abbacchio Scottadito$38.00
New Zealand Lamb Chops with Caponata in a White Balsamic and Mint Sauce
Scaloppina ai piacere$28.00
Sautéed Chicken scaloppini with a choice of: marsala sauce, lemon and capers or mushroom sauce
Costoletta Di Vitello Alla Parmigiana$42.00
Pan Fried and Breaded Veal Costoletta, Topped with Tomato Sauce and Melted Mozzarella Cheese
Filetto di Bue$37.00
Roasted Beef Tenderloin Served with Sautéed Spinach and Black Truffle Sauce
Costata di Bue$39.00
Grilled Ribeye Steak with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Madeira Wine Sauce
Branzino alla griglia$37.00
Whole grilled imported Mediterranean Stripped bass served with sautéed spinach

What 984 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
So wonderful and so sad - last night of Tanino’s storied 20 run in Westwood!
P
Peg3
Los Angeles
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
the service is always superb and the food is good, sometimes very good. Having come back from a trip to Sicily, I can say that the food could be better but 4000 miles is a long way to travel for off the charts pasta.
W
Walter
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were excellent. We would definitely eat there again.
CR
CarolR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Minestrone soup made with fresh vegetables, spinach tortellini with pumpkin and sage was delicious. Service was exemplary. Each of our party was pleased with his or her course.
SF
SFaphile
Los Angeles
131 reviews
vip
4.0
131 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Tanino is the best restaurant in Westwood. The service is attentive and charming. There are always good specials. Mainstays on the menu are consistently good, although there are specials that vary through the season.
NS
NatS
Los Angeles
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience4
In for an early dinner before going to the Geffen. Great pre-theatre location. Quiet and friendly staff. My husband loved his dish (the carbonara) mine was just okay (the pomodoro). Yes, we would go there again, but I’d order something different ;)
KF
KitF
Central Coast
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
We enjoyed delicious appetizers and three different entrees. Finished the meal with gelato. All good!
NY
NYC2LA
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for my graduation And Melanie made sure that all the details were taken care of. We were set up as a party of 13 in the back room our waiter was extraordinary there was real attention to detail all the food came out at the same time the food is exquisite and it really made the night special
M
Mostafa
Los Angeles
73 reviews
vip
4.0
73 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great ambience and great service. Easy valet parking.
j
jackihollywood
Los Angeles
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was excellent. Classic decor. Fun restaurant!
BT
BigTonyRagu
Charleston
38 reviews
3.0
38 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
We had a bumpy start with the manager seating a 6’3 football player into a booth for a small child. The waiter MATT (Boston guy) was great and made the rest of a romantic Evening better and the food was done wonderfully. Note: See photo with my sweetheart by herself (look behind her and the small booth seat they wanted me to sit in initially and the booth we latter had was the way it should have been.
SQ
SuzyQ
Los Angeles
43 reviews
vip
3.0
43 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2019
overall3food4service4ambience4
The restaurant is nicely decorated and is beautiful. The food was good, and our waiter was friendly. I do feel it was overpriced for what we received. We asked for bottled water, and the waiter poured each of us a glass, (There were 2 of us) and did not leave the bottle on our table, and we never had anymore water. We didn't ask for more, as we thought maybe we were not being charged for water. When the bill arrived, we were charged $7.00 for our water. When I have ordered bottled water in the past, the water bottle is always placed on the table, as we bought it. To be charged that amount for 2 8 oz glasses of water does not feel fair. One shot of espresso is $4, and my pasta was $29. (Just to give an idea of what the prices are like.)
T
Tracy
Los Angeles
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very high quality and delicious food. Prices for pasta dishes very reasonable. Some other prices were on the high side. Service was impeccable.
MP
MichaelP
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Nice menu with a variety of dishes. The green lasagna special was particularly well prepared. And they'll put together dishes if there's something you want. We had them prepare a gluten-free pasta with clams, mussels and shrimp in white (wine) sauce. Delicious. Very good service, too.
a
anonymous33
Central Coast
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service; lovely atmosphere. Bravo!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
OUTSTANDING!!
L
Linda
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the frutti di mare, lamb and linguini with clams.Every dish was excellent as usual and Alex our waiter was attentive. My favorite Italian restaurant!
KD
KathyD
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our family of seven went to Tanino’s for Mother’s Day. I’ve had mixed experiences at this restaurant, but we had what everyone agreed was a perfect meal - the service was impeccable and the food delicious, particularly the specials.
DM
DiningMaven
Los Angeles
171 reviews
vip
1.0
171 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience5
It is hard to believe this is a Drago restaurant. The restaurant is beautiful. The food was awful. The pasta bolognese - small portions, pasta was cooked to the point of mush, hardly any sauce, and there was hardly any meat in the sauce. The waitstaff was more interested in hanging out at the bar chatting than providing service. Bottom line - don’t bother going.
H
Hieyemd
Hawaii
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice waiter.
J
Julia
Central Coast
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unusual eggplant rolled around spaghetti dish which I enjoyed very much. We will go back again.
LR
LR1980
Los Angeles
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love this place!!! Mushroom soup, cappalini ala checca, branzino!!! Mmmmm!!!
f
frog
Central Coast
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
wonderful food, great service, all in the heart of westwood. We have eaten there many times and it has always been a wonderful experience.
A
Anon
Los Angeles
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood Drago Italian with historic interiors and friendly service. Walk to the Geffen for a perfect LA evening.
MG
MadeleineG
Los Angeles
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
I asked for a glass of Savignon Blanc and it was disgusting but the waiter did take it away and I was not charged
E
Estee
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience2
Food ( branzino fish) was overly cooked, blended. Service ok, but seemed like they were rushing to close ( (9:39?) becouse they had only 4 tables with people... never asked how was the food. Last time went there the chef / owner was there, and what a difference in the food preparation.... Seems like it wasn’t a good day to eat there.
l
loulou1962
Los Angeles
46 reviews
vip
2.0
46 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2019
overall2food2service5ambience5
We've been to Tanino many years ago and decided to try it again with some friends. We ordered a salad and soup to start. My husband's salad dressing soaked the salad. My vegetable soup was quite salty. We both ordered branzino, which had a funny aftertaste. Though the food was disappointing, the ambiance and the service was excellent.
JB
JenB
Los Angeles
89 reviews
vip
3.0
89 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience5
The ambiance made you feel like you’re in Italy- very historic and pretty restaurant. The calamari was my favorite part of the meal, and the truffle ravioli was delicious- very rich. The service could have been a bit more attentive, but overall it was a positive experience.
TC
TedC
Los Angeles
80 reviews
vip
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner before theatre.
TG
TaylorG
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2019
overall2food2service4ambience3
Not what it used to be.....uninspired....just going through the motions.
K
Kate
Los Angeles
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I wish I had learned about this restaurant earlier since we have been going to the area to meet our son, a senior at UCLA, in the past three years and we were always looking for a nice Italian restaurant nearby. Tanino was the best among the dozens of restaurants we have visited. The pasta I had was perfectly cooked and the calamari was light and tasty. We are definitely coming back.
RG
RichardG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb. Lovely staff, food, ambiance. A top notch establishment much needed and appreciated in Westworld.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service
SM
SantaMonicaDiner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
Amazing food. Great location. Fantastic wait staff. So friendly and accommodating. Very curious that the hostess is rude and indifferent to her job. Certainly doesn’t make you feel welcome.
J
Julie
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We visited Tanino on a night when Westwood had a power outage. We had an early reservation because of a Geffen Playhouse event. When we arrived we were told the kitchen had just opened and service would be delayed because of the outage. Within the hour though, the staff was ready to seat us and we had a marvelous dinner. We highly recommend Tanino.
KB
KBDubs
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience5
We absolutely loved the location and the food. Table of 6 early business dinner. Service was friendly, but forgot drink order and had to ask multiple times for more water and to take empty plates. Overall food was AMAZING!!!
S
Scheckey
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely classic Italian restaurant in the heart of Westwood. An absolute must before the theater
RK
RonaK
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tanino Ristorante is a great Italian restaurant. I have never been disappointed. Service, food, ambiance Northern Italian. Think Firenze. Pumpkin tortellini in a cream sage sauce perfection risotto with porcini mushrooms excellent. Baked spagetti with eggplant amazing. Have to stop here!! Go.:))))
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience3
The food was subpar. But the service of the wait staff and hostess was excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really good but everyone who was in there was 50+ years old

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Tanino is rated 4.2 stars by 984 OpenTable diners.

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Cross street
Weyburn/ Kinross
Neighborhood
Westwood
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:30pm; Open For Dinner: Monday - Friday at 5:00pm and Sunday at 4:00pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Tanino Drago
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.tanino.com/
Phone number
(310) 208-0444
Catering
Our professionally trained staff is prepared to take care of all your needs in planning the perfect party. <br />
Private party facilities
Elegantly situated in a historic building bursting with inspired and unusually appropriate original artwork and architecture, Tanino Ristorante and Bar offers unique spaces for private events and intimate dinners.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (877) 233-7307

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Appetizer

Pappa al Pomodoro$9.50

Zuppa di Funghi$11.00

Insalata del Salumiere$16.50

Fritto di Calamari$16.50

Panzanella Di Farro e Buratta$18.50

Burrata e Speck$17.50

Fiori di Zucca in Pastella$17.50

Carpaccio di Manzo e Scaglie di Parma$18.00

Prosciutto e Melone$17.50

Insalata Mista$9.50

Insalata di Carciofi$17.95

Insalata di Bietola E Gamberi$17.50

Insalata Cesare$12.50

Bresaola Della Valtellina$17.50

Pasta And Grill

Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci$16.95

Tortelloni di Zucca$18.50

Penne al Prosciutto e Vodka$19.00

Pappardelle al Ragu' d'Agnello$18.50

Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$26.00

Capellini alla Checca$15.50

Trofie alla Siciliana e Pistachio$22.00

Spaghetti Bolognese$19.50

Risotto ai Funghi$21.00

Rigatoni alla Norma$19.00

Risotto Nero$22.00

Costine d'Abbacchio Scottadito$38.00

Scaloppina ai piacere$28.00

Costoletta Di Vitello Alla Parmigiana$42.00

Filetto di Bue$37.00

Costata di Bue$39.00

Branzino alla griglia$37.00

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