Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Westside

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Westside? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Il Segreto

4.9

4.9 (967)

$31 to $50

Italian

Bel-Air

About the restaurant

Nestled in the hills of Bel-Air, Il Segreto is the newest addition to the group of restaurants owned by Chef and restaurateur Giacomino Drago.

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BillVIP

Dined on May 29, 2025

A wonderful restaurant with excellent service and consistent authentic Italian dining choices.

Caffé Delfini

4.9

4.9 (579)

$31 to $50

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Childhood friends Alessandro Ercoli, Gianpietro Silardi, and Lino Savoia opened this typical Italian restaurant back in 1990. Continuing the adventure now with Alessandro are Riccardo Menichetti from Tuscany, a long-time friend with a strong passion for food and cooking, and Teri Ercoli (Alex's wife). Caffe’ Delfini has become synonymous with romance. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that transports you to the cobblestone streets of Rome, and soft music fills the air, adding to the intimate ambiance that permeates the restaurant. The menu is a culinary journey through Italy with dishes that are prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. Caffe’ Delfini isn't just a place to eat, but a destination for lovers to come and create lasting memories. In fact, it’s not just the food that makes this restaurant so romantic. The attentive and friendly staff go above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels special and cared for.

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DaveVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

I have been dining here since they opened 35 years ago, and it continues to be one of my favorite “go to” spots. The owners and staff are all terrific and the food is consistently excellent and delicious. And the ambience is lovely—nice lighting and not too noisy. Everyone I have taken there has become a fan as well.

Vito Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1631)

$31 to $50

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Vito Restaurant is celebrating their 45th year of delighting its customers with the best in fine Italian cuisine. As a family-owned-and-operated restaurant located in Santa Monica, California we are dedicated to providing exquisite food and impeccable service to create the perfect dining experience. Step through the front doors and begin your journey to the heart of Italy.

Ernesto has been our Chef for over 30 years. He continues to Wow us and our guests as he cooks every meal with love and unmatched flavor. Our signature dish, Spaghetti Della Casa, is a guest favorite and often called the best pasta dish you've ever tasted.

Vito is proud to offer customers an outdoor dining experience. Santa Monica is one of the most beautiful Cities in the Nation and our weather is usually fantastic. If it's a little cool, we have heaters to keep you comfortable. Come experience it for yourself, nightly starting at 4:30pm.

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Larry

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

A favorite old school Italian dinner house for decades. Does not disappoint.

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Chicken Caesar Salad

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Caesar Salad (for two)

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Spaghetti Della Casa

La Vecchia Cucina

4.9

4.9 (2116)

$31 to $50

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

La Vecchia Cucina has been Santa Monica, California's finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990, located by the blue Pacific on historic Main Street. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Vecchia Cucina offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, a luxurious selection of desserts, a full bar, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

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nicole

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Best vongole I have ever had. Best service for 26 people. Kind yummy delish. Best party place ever. Lovely staff amazing food

House Of Meatballs

4.8

4.8 (234)

$30 and under

Italian

Westwood

About the restaurant

We are a fun little restaurant serving up homemade meatballs and fresh pasta and other Italian favorites, paired with our great selection of interesting and approachable wines!

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JackyVIP

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

We love this little place. But this weekend we arrived early to have a drink at the bar before our dining reservation. A table was available immediately. However I felt we got hounded to order every couple of minutes which chilled our pre-dinner cocktail plan. Theres a fine line between conscientious service and annoying especially when our cocktail plan was not intended to interfere with their dinner reservations. It wont stop us from enjoying this place. It was a minor annoyance.

Capo

4.9

4.9 (1337)

$50 and over

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

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IsabellaVIP

Dined on May 30, 2025

This place My new favorite spot! I’m obsessed with it!

Casa 12 Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (90)

$30 and under

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

At a location once known for the French restaurant “12 Washington” as well as the Italian restaurant “Casa Ado”, Casa 12 has now open in the same cozy spot at 12 Washington Blvd. Serving Tradition Italian Cuisine, an extensive wine list, sangria’s, spritz, and beers. Only steps away from the beach, enjoy a fun atmosphere with the option of indoor or outdoor dining on the Venice Pier in Marina Del Rey!

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Nick

Dined 7 days ago

Exceptional food and service. The pasta dishes are delicious and filling. The service is attentive and warm. Highly recommend for date night in a vibrant location.

Toscana - Brentwood

4.8

4.8 (1100)

$31 to $50

Italian

Brentwood

About the restaurant

Toscana, a legendary Tuscan restaurant in Brentwood, has been celebrating the authentic, rustic flavors of Tuscany since 1989. Known for its warm, trattoria-style setting and farm-to-table philosophy, Toscana remains a top destination for Italian cuisine in Los Angeles.

Led by Executive Chef Miguel Martinez, the menu features wood-fired specialties like Florentine Bistecca, Prime T-Bone, Prime Filet Mignon, and the Al Michaels Prime New York Steak, named after one of Toscana’s most devoted guests. Handmade pasta, including Ravioli Pomodoro and Gnocchi, is a menu highlight, with Spaghetti Pomodoro as a perennial favorite. The Insalata Carciofi, a fresh artichoke salad, is another beloved classic. Wood-fired pizzas, daily specials, and handmade desserts such as Tiramisu, Torta della Nonna, assorted tarts & gelato complete the experience.

Toscana’s award-winning wine list, recognized annually by Wine Spectator, showcases exceptional Italian varietals.

Family meals are also available.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 29, 2025

It was good, food was decent, but steak needs better flavor for the bistecca.

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Forte dei Marmi Fridays

Barrique Venice

4.8

4.8 (1371)

$31 to $50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

Indulge in the exquisite world of Italian cuisine curated by Chef Antonio Murè at the enchanting Little Yellow House in the heart of Venice. Driven by his Italian heritage and a deep passion for fresh, flavorful ingredients, Chef Antonio has crafted a unique style of Italian cuisine that promises a delightful experience, featuring handmade pastas, a selection of meats, traditional desserts and an extensive wine list.

Join us for a candlelit dinner, perfect for your date night, special occasion, or grand celebration.
Gluten-free options are also available.

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Jennifer

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Second time here…absolutely amazing food. No complaints!

All Roads

4.8

4.8 (13)

$30 and under

Italian

Brentwood

About the restaurant

A Roman-Inspired Culinary Journey in the Heart of Los Angeles

Nestled in the heart of Brentwood, All Roads is a modern wine bar and restaurant where Roman-inspired cuisine meets casual sophistication. Here, urban dwellers and out-of-towners alike unwind over dishes that marry tradition with a playful twist.

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EricVIP

Dined on May 31, 2025

Double winner. Enjoyed the excellent food and the special event Champions League final watch event, despite Inter being totally dominated by PSG.

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