Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Los Angeles

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Los Angeles? 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!

Piccola Trattoria

5.0

5 (2855)

$31 to $50

Italian

Valencia

About the restaurant

15 years ago the Piccola Trattoria name was introduced to the Santa Clarita Valley. A concept that began from its Sicilian roots, a way to offer the delicious meals the Piccola Trattoria family grew up enjoying, our interpretation of the best we have come to know in the Italian culture using the best local ingredients as simply as possible. The same delicious simple food that tastes as good as you remember from your last visit to Italy. The menu is an expression of our most cherished Italian dishes, ranging from fresh pastas, handmade raviolis, and pizza, and incorporating all the freshest local produce, seafood, and meat available. A vast wine list highlighting our collection of the best wine regions in Italy to compliment your dining experience. Our staff is passionate about bringing you Italian hospitality in a warm atmosphere that hopes to remind you of an intimate family dinner. We look forward to welcoming you into Piccola Trattoria! Ciao!

Top review

Kelly

Dined on Apr 7, 2025

We had a wonderful time there was 13 of us. The food was excellent as usual and thank you very much for making it special!

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Popular dish

Lasagna

Popular dish

Spaghetti alla Pescatora

Amarone Kitchen and Bar

4.9

4.9 (97)

$31 to $50

Italian

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Amarone Kitchen & Bar is an Italian family owned restaurant where organic ingredients are used whenever possible. We make all our breads, pastas, sauces and desserts in house daily. Dining at Amarone is like being in Italy with an intimate and cozy setting and delicious simple food

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SydneyVIP

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

Wonderful place and food. It had so many great reviews and we saw why. The owner was so friendly and our food was delicious. Our first time going but definitely not our last!

Caffé Delfini

4.9

4.9 (572)

$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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HughVIP

Dined 5 days ago

I love this place. Great food, service, and great ambience. I come every time I visit LA and have never been disappointed

Marino Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1540)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Marino Ristorante is deeply rooted in Hollywood since the late 1950’s when Ciro (Mario to friends) Marino landed in Hollywood and has ever since had generations of who’s who in the movie, record, art, political and business LA community at his tables. Today it is still family owned and given its warm welcome flavor by the second generation of Marinos, Mario in the dining room and brother Sal in the kitchen.

The decor is modern and comfortable with memorabilia from a 60 year career which all come together to create its appeal. Described by many marrying the quintessential NY Italian in Los Angeles for its history coupled with today’s seasonal menu, highlighting the best locally sourced ingredients and top notch freshest seafood available.

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heidi

Dined on Apr 1, 2025

We had a phenomenal, delicious meal at Marino’s! And the service was excellent too! Yummy!!!

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Popular dish

Pasta

Da Barbara

4.9

4.9 (98)

$50 and over

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Experience Award-Winning Italian Dining
Proud winner of the Gambero Rosso International’s 2024 Top Italian Restaurants Award and the 2004 OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award, The Marchio Q, is a prestigious recognition awarded to Italian restaurants outside of Italy that excel in authenticity, quality, and adherence to traditional Italian culinary standards.
Da Barbara brings a perfect blend of Italian elegance and Hollywood glamour to the heart of the city.
A Celebration of Italy’s Culinary Heritage
At Da Barbara, we honor Italy’s diverse culinary traditions, crafting dishes with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our intimate seating for 20 ensures every guest enjoys a personalized and unforgettable dining experience.
The Vision of Chef Barbara Pollastrini
Founded by Chef Barbara Pollastrini, Da Barbara embodies a lifelong passion for authentic Italian cuisine.

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BrendanVIP

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

There’s literally nothing that could make this restaurant better than it already is.

Vito Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1631)

$31 to $50

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Vito Restaurant is celebrating over 44 years 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 32 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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Jessica

Dined on Apr 14, 2025

Lovely dining experience with exceptional food and service!

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Popular dish

Chicken Caesar Salad

Popular dish

Caesar Salad (for two)

Popular dish

Spaghetti Della Casa

Centanni - Burbank

4.8

4.8 (912)

$31 to $50

Italian

Burbank

About the restaurant

After almost 9 years in Venice, Chef Marin Santos proudly opened Centanni - Burbank location in 2015. We specialize in home made pasta, and offers the finest freshest ingredients, served by a friendly, professional staff.

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YvetteVIP

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

Food was delicious. Our server was really good and very friendly. It was my friend‘s first time there, and they loved it and so we shall probably be back

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Experience

Celebrate 10 Years with Us!

Il Segreto

4.9

4.9 (964)

$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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FrancisVIP

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

il Segreto is the best Italian in LA. Amazing service and food. Hats off to Salvatore and the team!

Casa 12 Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (87)

$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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SteveVIP

Dined on Mar 25, 2025

New Local joint, fantastic authentic pasta, few early service teething issues but great place. Good luck !

Spaggi's

4.9

4.9 (1387)

$50 and over

Italian

Upland

About the restaurant

Everyday at Spaggi"s is a new culinary experience, where Executive Chef and Owner Henry Gonzalez dishes up delightful, surprising and delicious Italian Cuisine, also offering a wide range of Steaks and Seafood. "Just like people, food should be beautiful from the inside out." he says. The result is Spaggi's award-winning menu that bring customers from all over Southern California coming back for more.
Offering dining in our main dining room, we also have two private rooms , for 20 or 30 or two rooms combined for a maximum of 50. For information about private party dining please call Ana Gonzalez directly 909-223-7985
We also offer outdoor dining. Reservation are recommended

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MaryVIP

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Outstanding food and exceptional service. Highly recommend Spaggi’s ! It is the BEST!

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