This was my second time here, and this time I brought my four-year-old daughter, Maya, with me…read more It's such a cute little family-owned spot - tiny, cozy, and welcoming - but the service is honestly what makes it so special. The owner, Antonio, told me about his wife and their three daughters, and how they don't have family here, so it's just the five of them - all while he is working hard and building this business. That alone gave me such a soft spot for their family. But on top of that, the amount of love, care, and effort he clearly puts into both the food and the customer experience is incredible. Antonio was so accommodating with my daughter, who is an extremely picky eater. He made her a simple pasta with butter, and she absolutely loved it - which almost never happens. He also recommended the panna cotta because he said little girls always love it, and he was right. Maya was obsessed with it. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable, and the atmosphere felt so warm and genuine. Definitely recommend - this man and his family deserve all the business.

Although a small restaurant, the food is authentic Italian, made by an Italian Chef. They have all…read morethe classic Italian dishes such as: Lasagna, Bolognese, Seafood soup, and of course Pizza and many more. The wait staff are always friendly, and the owner/Chef always comes out to talk to all the guests. They also let you bring your own wine bottle, for a modest cork fee. They accept all forms of payment, so if you want to impress your date bring them here.

I came here with a friend and really enjoyed the experience. The location was easy to get to and I…read morewas able to find parking without too much trouble, which already put things in a good place. When we walked in, it had a warm, down home feeling, almost like two small restaurants combined into one cozy space. The food was fantastic. My friend ordered a shrimp salad, which is pictured below. It was fresh, colorful, and loaded with shrimp, not just a few on top. I started with a salad with honey mustard dressing and I loved it. Simple, but done right. My friend also had chicken fettuccine with broccoli, and they absolutely smothered the plate. You can see it in the pictures below. It looked like comfort food in the best way. I ordered the chicken parmesan with vegetables. The portion was generous, the chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was seasoned just right. The vegetables on the side were a nice touch and not an afterthought. Everything on the table tasted like it was made with care. The only downside, which is really a compliment, was the bread. They brought out bread that was warm and addicting. My diet did not appreciate it, but I did. It was very hard to stop eating it. The staff was very attentive. They checked on us regularly, refilled drinks, and made sure we had everything we needed without hovering. The whole experience felt relaxed, friendly, and welcoming. Good food, good service, and a very nice atmosphere. I will definitely be back.

Had a great lunch .. Very welcoming. Great food, big portions. Very comfortable place to eat.,read more

Loved Italian food my entire life, this is one of the best. All the staff , including our server…read moreZach were attentive , professional and knowledgeable. The food was amazing. Will definitely return .

We visited Picolla Trattoria for the first time last night to celebrate our anniversary. We would…read moregive 10 stars if we could. The food was phenomenal starting with our Burrata cheese appetizer to our lovely desserts. We cannot rave enough about our waiter, Zacharey. He was wonderful, answering our questions and making recommendations. He was warm, attentive and professional. He helped us have a memorable anniversary. We are so happy that we found this restaurant and will definitely return. We will ask for Zacharey for sure.

The food was delicious. Our waiter Edwin was very informative and kind, which made our experience…read morefabulous. The ambience of the restaurant was relaxing, the music played was great!

Another fabulous meal! Our server Edwin was fantastic as always. He helped us with a special…read moreorder lunch dish.

our family enjoyed an excellent celebratory dinner at casalena…read more EXCITEMENT (NOISE) LEVEL when we booked our reservation for 9 pm on saturday through open table, we did not expect the energy to be so high so late in the evening! the beautiful, expansive restaurant was buzzing with animated conversation that was even louder than a dim sum restaurant! we all needed to lean in a bit to hear one another. PARKING valet is available, but we found street parking on ventura blvd. FOOD 01. squash blossoms ($21 for 5 pc): 8.3/10 these were crispy and light, delightful to eat on their own without the tomato marinara sauce served on the side. casalena's squash blossoms had a strong, lovely hint of lemon that wasn't present in mother wolf's rendition. 02. chicken piccata ($29): 7.5/10 this main was served with a generous helping of potatoes mashed into a delicious velvet. 03. vodka lumaconi ($25): 9/10 this dish was the standout of the evening! the pasta shells were cooked al dente and coated in a slightly spicy, perfectly savory vodka sauce! casalena does not skimp on the sauce in any of their dishes! 04. tagliatelle ($29): 7/10 this pasta dish was not nearly as impressive. 05. tiramisu ($15): 7/10 since we mentioned the dinner was for a special occasion in our reservation, this dessert was served with a candle. while its presentation was lovely, its taste was underwhelming. the espresso was extremely subtle, and there was more madeline than mascarpone/cream. overall, our party of 4 was fully satiated after splitting 1 appetizer, 3 mains, and 1 dessert. service was lovely throughout! and as another yelpie mentioned in their review, their matchbook is very nice.

0 STARS IF I COULD , ONE OF THE WORST RESTAURANT TO EXIST!!!…read more The food always comes out cold. The SERVICE IS HORRIBLE. Staff treats you like crap no matter what you're wearing. You can never find your server. Staff all have an attitude problem. There no parking. I honestly hate to leave reviews like this, but this place SUCKS! Oh if you want to go out for a date? Don't come here! When the entire place is a full house you can't even hear yourself think. Sounds like a school assembly! If you want cold food, & rude staff come here. I'll never COME BACK! You have to pay me to come here Lol.

One of my fondest memories is of eggplant topped pizza from Angelo & Vinci's in Fullerton (which…read moresadly has closed). It was breaded and fried...similar to eggplant parmesan without the tomato sauce. Much to my surprise Guido's had eggplant parmesan as a topping. I asked to make sure it was breaded and fried. The manager assured me it was. Well, Guido's eggplant pizza is awesome. The eggplant is lightly fried and not at all greasy. Nice meaty and moist texture. Fantastic. The pizza they serve is a real value too. I ordered the Large with eggplant. It was $22.25 (tax included). I had 1/4 of the pizza and was full. That works out to be about $5.60 per meal...a real bargain!

The pizza is always super hot and delicious. We always order the large carry out special it around…read more$20

A few years ago I wrote a review when Piccola Osteria first opened. At the time it felt like a…read morewelcome clone of Piccola Trattoria dropped into the most suburban location imaginable, a strip mall across from Del Taco and a grocery store. It was good news for those of us in the neighborhood who wanted something better than chain Italian without driving across town. Four-plus years later, the real test is simple: do you keep coming back? We do. Regularly. That says more than any early review ever could. Piccola Osteria has quietly become our neighborhood standby. It's the place we go when cooking feels like a chore but we still want a proper meal, not takeout that tastes like it came from a food factory. Over the years we've worked our way through most of the menu, often more than once, and the consistency is what keeps us returning. The appetizers remain strong. The polpette are exactly what they should be: simple, flavorful meatballs in a good marinara. The carpaccio is fresh and bright with arugula and lemon. Prosciutto with burrata is hard to mess up if the ingredients are good, and here they usually are. The arancini with braised short rib are still one of the better starters on the menu. The pastas continue to carry the kitchen. The gnocchi Sorrentina are reliably soft and comforting. The fettuccine Bolognese tastes like a sauce that has had time to develop. The tortelloni di brasato and the pumpkin tortelloni are richer options that never disappoint. And when we're in a seafood mood, the linguine vongole or spaghetti pescatora usually hit the mark. The secondi are solid as well. The osso buco is consistently good, and the branzino is fresh and often filleted tableside, which still feels like a small luxury in a neighborhood restaurant. Service has also held up well. In all the years we've been coming here, we've only had one off night where the service felt disorganized. Otherwise it's been friendly and attentive. Another subtle but encouraging sign: some of the staff speak Italian, and you can actually exchange a few words in Italian if you're inclined. That's usually a decent signal you're not in a completely Americanized version of the cuisine. The menu still leans broadly "Italian" rather than regional Italian. There are a couple of concessions to American expectations, like spaghetti and meatballs or a Caesar salad, neither of which you'd typically see in Italy. But restaurants in suburban California have to meet their customers where they are, and those dishes clearly keep the tables full. If I still had a wish list after all these years, it would be the same gentle nudge: it would be great to see the kitchen rotate in a few seasonal or regional additions. Something like pici with wild boar ragù, trofie with pesto, or a few rustic polenta dishes would be fantastic. Italian cuisine has endless regional depth, and even a few rotating specials would add another dimension. The wine list remains reasonably priced, which is refreshing. Markups aren't outrageous, and the cocktails are well made. The White Negroni in particular is worth ordering. At the end of the day, Piccola Osteria has proven something more valuable than novelty: reliability. In a neighborhood where most dining options lean toward chains and fast casual, having a small place that consistently delivers honest Italian food is something worth appreciating. Not bad for a little osteria hiding in a strip mall across from Del Taco. Sometimes the most dependable neighborhood restaurants are the ones you almost overlook.

A great Italian spot!…read more Despite a busy night, the service was warm and welcoming. Our main server was great, but it's always a great sign when other servers come to check in on you too. The space is quite large, but a bit cramped. We were seated in a a patio-like space towards the back of the restaurant. We ordered the calamari, Mezzelune di Crostacei, and Tortelloni di Brasato. The calamari is highly recommended. It was fresh, lightly fried, and paired well with the sauce. The Mezzelune di Crostecei was amazing. The ravioli was perfectly cooked and the juices from the shrimp and scallop made it a perfect bite. The only disappointment was the Tortelloni di Brasato. The herb cream sauce was delicious and the pasta was perfectly cooked. However, the short rib filling was akin to a beef puree and several of the tortellonis had very little filling. Overall, I had a great experience and looking forward to try other menu items!

Super cozy place! The pizza was great and salad!…read more I felt like i was eating in Milan Italy coz of the taste of their pizza! And service was very nice! I can't wait to eat there again!

Service was great. However, it's just not the same Casa De Pizza from before. We ordered our usual,…read moreregular (used to be small) pepperoni with jalapeños and double dough (thick crust). Under the old ownership, the pizza had thick, crispy crust with overly melted cheese. Ordered alongside a side of marinara, that we would dip our crust in. It was the best pizza I've ever had. Now, it's no different than many of the local spots. The house salad is also lacking in ingredients. It used to be topped to the brim with cheese, but now it's like ordering a salad from a sandwich spot. The food was fine but not memorable, which is what the old Casa De Pizza used to be. We'll miss you.

What can I say I love this place!…read more Blanca and Genesis are always the best when it comes to customer service!! They're super helpful and always have the best cocktail recommendations. This has to be one of my favorite bars in the San Fernando Valley. The vibes here are super chill. And I love how they offer free parking in the back. Their chicken chipotle panini with truffle fries is to die for I always find myself craving it. Also they make a super great dirty martini and to make it extra dirty I always ask them to add pickle juice SOO GOOD! I also have to say their undressed Bloody Mary is a 10/10 especially when it come with sum celery. THEIR COSMOS ALSO HIT THE SPOT! This place is so worth checking out!

Finally a spot close to home where the food is decent and the drinks are good…read more I usually come with friends here. Drinks are aight. Nothing crazy but good. Good beer selection as well. I've had their burgers in the past which are good. Nothing life changing but solid. My favorites are the Brussel sprouts add bacon and Buffalo Chicken Tenders for apps. Both of these are great. The strips which I'm pretty sure aren't prepared in house but they're on the lighter breaded sided. So it's not all breading. The blue cheese is fantastic too. My always go to is the Steak Chimichurri Salad. This is amazing. Especially if you're doing low-carb / keto. Salad dressing is very light. Steak cooked perfectly. And the rest of the toppings are avocado, red onion and grape tomatoes add a subtle balance. Delicious. I always get this as it is filling and healthy. One thing I would avoid is the asada fries. Those were forgetful.

Made from scratch daily!…read more Wow, everything we had here was amazing. We came by on a Sunday around 4:30pm and they were already out of a few items, so do come early to make sure you can order your first choice. Sadly, two of the main dishes we actually wanted to try were 86'd for the day , but I guess that just means they are THAT good (the Sunday Night Lasagne and Ricotta Cavatelli) Ok so first off the restaurant itself is very pretty and open. The bar area which allows you to sit on either side- indoor or outdoor is a nice touch. For the appetizers, we tried the calamari and the grilled bread (they were out of house made focaccia). For $5 you can add a side of whipped ricotta topped with pistachios, honey, balsamic, olive oil. GET THIS! Delicious. The calamari was also very good- super light crispy batter. For the entrees, we ordered our second choice items- Spicy Rigatoni Vodka and strozzapreti. The pasta is FRESH and cooked perfectly. The flavor profiles on both also hit the mark The margherita pizza is also good- the dough is thin and not too saucy. Just right! If you are going to order dessert, you must order the butter cake. It's seasonal so they switch it up about every three months but I have no doubt that whatever version they have it will be a winner. This time is Banana caramel and OMG sooo good. That buttery caramel stole the show- not too sweet. This was a crowd favorite. Will definitely need to come back to try our first choice items and honestly I hope it's soon!

The Lump Crab and Shrimp Ricotta Cavatelli knocked it out of the park…read more I really enjoyed how it paired so nicely with the seafood and it was light, airy, and refreshing. Christian C recommended it and I could not have been more pleased! Thank you for a delicious meal and experience.