[[HIGHLIGHT]]A small place with big flavors![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking was the biggest struggle here but we are in LA afterall. Service was undoubtly good. Very accomodating staff and though they were busy, the atmosphere was still so calm. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a tiny space and yet, It doesn't feel cramped at all.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had the ceviche for appetizers; its a different take from a regular ceviche and I loved it. Had the chilachiles and friend had the duck pasta. I ordered coffee as well - must try. We didn't really have much option for dessert so we decided to skip it. It was towards closing time and duh, they do run out of food. Would love to try the rest of the menu next time. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]There were so many flies in the back outdoor seating. We spent majority of our meal swatting at flies.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also we were dining with two children - the server made no mention of spices in any of the dishes we ordered (none of the dishes had hot or spicy listed on the menu). Only when we got the food and took a bite then we realized everything had a kick. Maybe the server thought our kids came to only watch my husband and I eat... read more

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We found Amiga Amore through the Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is extremely small, and the tables are so close together that I basically felt like I was on a double date with the couples next to us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It honestly felt like they had squeezed in more tables than the space could comfortably handle, and I would be surprised if it was not over capacity.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We understood the food might take longer because it is freshly prepared, but after waiting about 40 minutes for my elote pasta, I was genuinely shocked by what arrived. The pasta tasted good, but the portion had about seven pieces of pasta. Seven. It looked less like an entrée and more like the chef accidentally sent out a sample. Maybe it would be filling for a toddler or an adult on a GLP1... My partner ordered the white mole, which was neither white nor particularly good. I've had white mole in authentic Oaxaca restaurants and this was not it. We were also served tap water that was warmer than room temperature, which somehow made the whole experience feel even more confusing. I was still hungry but was absolutely not going to order anything else because I was not willing to wait another 40 minutes for five more noodles. We ended up getting tacos outside afterward, and honestly, that was the best meal of the night. I would not return or recommend it unless you enjoy long waits, tiny portions, warm tap water, and accidentally becoming part of the table next to you's conversation. read more

Service here was extremely friendly, constantly checking in on us and switching out plates as they got dirty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a small indoor seating area and more seating outdoors in the back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came on a hot day and wish there was more cooling but they constantly made sure our water glasses were full.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For four people we ordered: Zucchini Bread ~ reminded us of carrot cake in a good way Wedge Salad ~ refreshing flavor, blue cheese dressing didn't taste too blue cheese Elote Agnolotti (favorite) ~ so unique, love this one Chorizo & Clams (favorite) ~ love this one, also unique, I could drink the broth Huitlacoche Cacio & Pepe ~ the black pepper taste was a bit too strong and overpowering for me Carne Asada (favorite) ~ cooked so tender and delicious flavor read more

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To begin, I have to say, the service was great. Everyone was so sweet, attentive and helpful. We ordered with the Spicy Watermelon Highball, Carne Asada & Chile con Carne plates and the Pistachio Horchata Affogota for dessert. The drink was good, no complaints. The food is where we were disappointed. The Carne Asada was tough/chewier than expected. Unfortunate, since the carne is essentially the entire plate. The salsa on the Chile con Carne plate was actually excellent, flavorful; however the meat itself and polenta were just fine, kinda bland. Hoped dessert might be better, but more of the same. Horchata flavor was nonexistent and the pistachio crème was so sparse that we had to scrape it off the side of the bowl just to taste it. Feel bad saying this, but food was simply underwhelming and expensive for what it is. read more

Amiga Amore - PISTACHIO HORCHATA - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here for Sunday brunch and it was better than I expected. The ribeye chicharrón was my favorite. The chilaquiles were good and probably the best value. The hanger steak was tender for that cut, but with fries it was around $44, so I would skip it if you're trying to keep the price down. The ribeye chicharrón was also around $32. Service was good and everything came out nicely. This place is also part of the Chase dining credit, which is a plus. Overall 4 out of 5. I would come back. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a wonderful homestyle restaurant in the Highland Park area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking is limited on the street so carpool if possible. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is seating in the front, but I recommend the back patio for more space and the ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are accepted. The service is very pleasant and make sure to leave your "mark" on the memo board by the bano. Food is served family style and many pasta dishes have a slight spiciness to them (be forewarned). See the photos for all the food, but our stand outs that you probably cannot get elsewhere are the Elote pasta (elote ravioli), Aquachile (strawberry sauce is a perfect accompaniment and the protein so tender), Pistachio Horchata (homemade and can sell out). Everything is really tasty. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute little spot with friendly service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We tried the elote pasta, zucchini bread, arancini balls with chicken tinga inside and duck pasta. Everything was alright, they definitely sound tastier than they are. The duck pasta was just way too gamey tasting. We couldn't finish it. I would try their cacio a Pepe if I go back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Make sure to ask for seating inside because the patio is not nearly as cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Amiga Amore - Menu - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Zucchini bread (5/5) - perfectly moist and toasted. paired well with the salsa macha and ricotta. I actually kepted the salsa macha around to eat with the rest of the dishes (so good) Sweet Potato Ceviche (5/5) - wow so good! I loved how refreshing the flavor was. The pasta chips were also perfect. Huitlachoche cacio&pepe (3/5) - was warned about the sichuan peppercorn but I couldn't even taste it. It was just kind of a really goopy cacio & pepper with not much flavor. Elote Agnolotti (4/5) - a little bit on the sweet side but still very tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice and cozy place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great service. Would return! read more

Loved it. Came in for dinner. Inside is lightly decored. Spacing is a bit tight, but they also have a small back patio for additional seating. Coming from a cool evening it did feel a little warm inside. I got the zucchini bread and duck duck duck pasta. It was delicious! The pasta was creamy with plenty of duck. Portions were decent, you'll probably want a pasta and side/small plate to get full. Will definitely be coming back to try more. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's street parking but you might have to walk a block or two. read more

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I'd give it like 3.8 stars, just below 4 stars. To start, the service was excellent. The wait staff was very attentive and the food came out pretty quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a tiny hole in the wall place, so not much room to move around and it got quite loud at times (although never so loud that I couldn't hear the person I was dining with).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior was cozy and all the glasses & plates were unique, adding to the homey feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Despite being street parking only, we found a spot relatively easily on a Saturday night so this is not something I would stress about. Honestly the biggest miss was just with the food itself. Nothing was bad, however, despite how beautiful the dishes looked and how interesting the flavor combinations seemed on paper, the actual flavors just felt very one note. We ordered the aquachile, stone fruit burrata, duck pasta, and the huitlacoche pasta. All of them seemed to be missing something that would've put it from just okay to awesome. An example would be that stonefruit burrata dish was too sour / acidic, and would have really benefited from a sweeter element like a drizzle of honey and some flaky sea salt. I think it was worth coming to try something new. The drinks we got were very tasty, but ultimately when I go to a restaurant the highest priority is really delicious food and I can't say that I was really sold on that part. read more

Amiga Amore - Duck pasta - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My family and I have been to Amiga Amore a few times now. We have met chef Danielle and manager Alessandro, appreciating seasonal and regular menus and their amazing sauces. However, as someone of both Mexican and Italian descent, I can confidently say any well intended Nonna can create more love from a can of Chef Boyardee than we found on any of our plates from our latest visit. During a previous visit to Amiga Amore, we experienced a significant decline from its previous quality, items were cold and felt rushed. Dishes that once impressed us had us checking their prices, but we were fans, so we had to return to see if it was just a bad time. Sadly, any opportunity for us to be reconciled was spoiled by the restaurant's service. Dez, our hostess, was painfully ill mannered. From the moment we stepped through the door, it was clear we were a burden for her. Behavior included but was not limited to muttering under her breath, shouting across the dining room to prevent us from entering too far inside, and in the most awkward and aggressive way possible, asking if we've 'ever been here before.' This unfortunately did not stop once Dez verified our reservation. Dez made any and every passive aggressive attempt to make us feel unwelcomed during the seemingly infinite period before we were sat. Dez continued to manage her responsibilities and passed our table throughout the evening. As we were leaving Dez said goodbye and referred to us as friends, though no apology for her previous hostility was issued, so this again felt insincere and consistent with Dez's previous passive aggressive behavior. The Amiga Amore's community forward approach has failed. It is not a reminder of what food is really about, but a reminder of what food can become once spoiled by an environment without love. Yes, this time Elote Agnolotti had finger limes and our mains weren't cold. Though as previous patrons, our visit did not leave us with memories about our plates and of our experience as a family, but of Dez. We will not be returning to Amiga Amore anytime soon and unless food is just food to you, we would encourage you to look elsewhere. read more

We were seated quickly with reservations, and the service was good. Friendly staff, even those in passing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The patio had a nice ambiance, but it didn't match the high price point.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I love discovering unique restrooms and nice-smelling soaps on. But this was not it, the restroom had those cheap pink soap you'd find in elementary schools, an odd detail for a place with $30+ priced entrées. We ordered the scallops, potato ceviche, duck pasta, and lobster pasta. The pasta was cooked well but the duck was served as a ragù-style and that made the pasta taste soggy. The lobster was tasty, but overall the dish mostly tasted like spicy tomato sauce. The scallops were fine but not memorable. We enjoyed potato ceviche. Considering the wine pour, $17 is hard to justify. read more

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We recently tried Amiga Amore, and overall it was a decent experience. The service was good--we were seated quickly, and we were checked on from time to time. For drinks, we ordered the Michelada, Margarita, Rosita, and Espresso Martini. I thought the drinks were okay. My husband enjoyed the Espresso Martini the most. For food, we had the Elote Agnolotti, Ribeye Chicharrón, Chicken & Mole, and Duck Duck Duck. The Ribeye Chicharrón was definitely the highlight of the meal. The guacamole and salsa were packed with flavor, and the tortillas tasted fresh and unique. Everything on the plate worked really well together. The Duck Duck Duck ended up being my least favorite dish. I was actually the most excited to try it since I usually love pasta, but it just didn't hit. Overall our dining experience was solid. It was worth a try. read more

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Amiga Amore is a creative gem! The concept and the cuisine are so well executed. The concept is small plates designed for sharing and sampling, so when you read that review below (you'll know which one) you can ignore that clowns review. The chef has blended two amazing cuisines with amazing technique and flare. The taco gnocchi for example, the gnocchi acts like a tortilla and your brain thinks you're eating a taco. I encourage you to eat several bites with your eyes closed, let your palette discover the creativity. The shrimp dish is amazing. You feel like you're eating a scampi, but in Baja. The service is great too, knowledgeable and attentive. read more

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Finally made it to Amigo Amore, a cute little spot in Highland Park area blending Hispanic and Italian cuisines. Made a reservation ahead of time so we were sat once we walked in the door. Obviously went right to cocktails, but they are more soju based, so we skipped the drinks this time and moved on to the food. We started with the Chorizo y Clams. A very tasty dish, hearty and flavorful. The clams sit in a broth with chorizo. beans and fregola and come with a chile arbole bread. The chorizo is perfect, great flavor, and the brand give a nice texture component with the bread. The broth is delightful and perfect for dipping the bread in. Just a great dish. For entrees, we tried the cacio e pepe and the lobster pappardelle. For the cacio e pepe, the noodles were cooked perfectly, not overly aldente but not too soft. Reminded me of Rome. But, in terms of flavor, suffering felt like it was missing. Maybe it's the fresh cracked black pepper on top right before you eat it, I'm not sure, but sometime was missing and that was disappointing. For the lobster pappardelle, this was a very nice dish, had a hint of spice from the chile and a decent amount of lobster chunks hidden within the pappardelle pasta. A pretty tasty dish overall, though this was a special the for the day and not generally in the menu. Cozy, warm and welcoming restaurant in Highland Park serving up some creative dishes. With stopping by and trying this culture blend. Definitely get the chorizo and clams, but you can skip the cacio e pepe. If I head back, definitely will try the pork belly and the aguachile. read more

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Cute small restaurant with friendly service and delicious food. Parking was a little difficult as it's street only but isn't super busy. My party arrived a little after opening but we noticed it quickly got busy around 6PM on a Thursday night and as it filled up it definitely got a bit too loud inside to easily chat. It was also quite chilly inside so make sure to bring a jacket! The three of us ordered the sweet potato ceviche, aguachile, elote agnolotti, the carne asada, and the endive salad daily special! We were completely stuffed and blown away by all of the dishes and flavors but our favorite had to be the sweet potato ceviche. It was definitely the most surprising dish and so refreshing. Overall would definitely come back and try more dishes as everything was delicious. The habanero hot sauce was also delicious to add to a lot of the dishes. I can't usually handle spice but this was well worth it. read more

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Amiga Amore has AMAZING food. Wow. The pastas were phenomenal, tried their famous Elote Agnolotti and I still think about it months later. Duck duck duck was also really delicious, my first time trying duck flavored pasta and it was yummy and not too fatty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All in all a great spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will try their Brunch menu next time. read more

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Probably my top 5 favorite restaurant. Food is so so good. Especially the elote dish. Drinks are pretty good too and the story of how this restaurant came about was chefs kiss, pun intended. read more

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We were really excited to try out this restaurant since it combines two of our favorites, Italian and Mexican. We had made a reservation, which I highly recommend because the place gets pretty busy, and we arrived a bit earlier than our scheduled time. Even so, we were seated just a few minutes later and spent the short wait looking over the menu. Since we came during brunch, the menu leaned more toward breakfast style items. Because it was our first visit, I asked our server for recommendations and she gave us a few solid suggestions. We started with the special of the day, Cacio e Pepe, and also ordered the Conejo Malo Pozole, which came in a tomatillo broth with braised rabbit and hominy. Surprisingly, the Cacio e Pepe was very bland and almost tasteless, and the noodles were a bit hard. They mix an egg into the pasta tableside, which was a nice touch, but it still lacked flavor overall. On the other hand, the pozole completely surprised me. Coming from a Mexican background, I found it unique with a nice citrusy note and a thicker than usual broth. It was very delicious. I debated whether or not to mention that I did not enjoy the Cacio e Pepe, but when I told the server, she immediately offered to remove it from the bill without hesitation. We then ordered the chilaquiles, and wow, this quickly became my favorite dish of the entire meal. These are not your typical Mexican chilaquiles. They are made with fried pasta chips and have a sweet yet savory flavor. We ordered them with pork belly, and I honestly wished we had ordered a second plate, but we wanted to keep exploring the menu. The portions were decent, which is why we ordered a bit more food. We were also using our Chase Sapphire dining credit and still had plenty left. It was clear the servers were used to guests checking their totals mid meal since others were doing the same, which made it easy to enjoy the experience without worrying about going over the credit. Next up was the carnitas burrito with tater tots inside. Without the sauce, it lacked some flavor, but the meat itself was very tender. I had a few bites and saved the rest for leftovers. As we were getting ready to close out, we overheard the server mention ravioli. Apparently, they had run out of some brunch items and replaced them with a dinner option, so we decided to order the beef ravioli to go. When I tried them later at home, they were also a bit bland. The beef added a nice touch, but overall they were missing some flavor. As for drinks, we really enjoyed the Mexitalian Bellini, which tasted very natural and refreshing. The Wellness Tonic was also refreshing but definitely packed a strong spicy kick. I also ordered the Dirty Pistachio Horchata with a tequila shot. It was not sweet at all and almost reminded me of an unsweetened matcha, but the pistachio and cinnamon flavors definitely came through. Overall, I have been fortunate enough to eat pasta in Rome, Venice, and Florence, and while some of the flavor concepts here were present, a few dishes were lacking depth. That said, we came for brunch, and I am definitely willing to come back to try their dinner menu. It was a pleasant experience, and I would absolutely return just for another plate or two of those chilaquiles. The staff was very friendly and hardworking, and I even noticed what seemed to be a co owner helping out guests around the restaurant. I would recommend checking this place out. It is a fun concept, a nice experience, and it will not break your wallet. read more

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Service is great but the food is awful. It's not Mexican, it's not Italian. I don't know what it is. It's just bad. Really bad. Won't be going back... don't recommend it. As much as the staff was super amazing, there is nothing yummy to eat. read more

As I've said many times before, the better the restaurant, the easier it is to write the review. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, we felt truly welcomed. That alone would have made the visit memorable, but being served some of the best Mexican / Italian fusion dishes we've experienced elevated it even further. I would love to return to try some of their other dishes BB read more

Amiga Amore - appetizer! - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I absolutely loved my experience at Amiga Amore. From service to food, it was spectacular. We ordered the sweet potato ceviche. No notes, 10/10. The presentation was beautiful and the taste and concept was so new and unique. The pasta chips were also a perfect vessel for the ceviche. Next, we got the ribeye chicharron, which was served with handmade tortillas. It was honestly like building your own taco lol. There were flour and blue corn tortillas, and they provided a different experience and taste to the dish. The ribeye were small tho, especially for the price. The duck duck duck pasta is a MUST GET! My favorite pasta dish in a while! The flavor was light yet the duck fragrance hits you in the face. I believe there are 4 "duck" components: egg yolk, confit, meat, and skin. Lastly, we got the elote agnolotti, a must try here for its uniqueness. It truly gives elote and is an explosion of flavor in the mouth. For drinks, we got the pistachio horchata and the mexitalian soda. Both were delicious! Even as someone who doesn't particularly enjoy horchata. The mexitalian soda though, was so refreshing! One key highlight though, we found out that their hot sauce is made in house! It was literally a perfect addition to the dishes and a little gives it the oomph to bring the dish to another level! We enjoyed adding it to all the dishes we ordered. At the end of the night, we were stuffed but wanted to try their pie slice of the day, a yuzu lime pie with a cookie crust and brown sugar meringue. It was alright, maybe our hopes were a bit too high, but the slice was a bit mushy, when we wanted a nice crunchy crust. Overall, I am already planning to return with my family for my birthday and can't wait to try more items on the menu! read more

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Great food (small dishes, but with the heavier side, the portions were more than enough). Street parking Food/Drink- 5 stars Rosita- well balanced and delicious! great start to the evening Elote agnolotti- this is their signature dish for a reason. Seasoned well, hearty, and with the right amount of chew. I could eat so much of this Duck duck duck- incredibly hearty and loved the bit of wok hei in the linguine. A bit on the saltier side Al Pastor Pork belly- same as above. Super hearty and delicious. My only compliant is that the skin can really get stuck in your teeth and be slightly unpleasant Pistachio horchata affogato- it was good, but pretty standard Service- 5 stars Food was out quickly and servers were great. Great experience all around Bottom Line Enjoyed the Mexican-Italian flavors here. Do come ready for a heavy meal though read more

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Amiga Amore @amigaamorela We had the following dishes: Smaller Plates - Sweet Potato Ceviche Pasta - Elote Agnolotti Drinks - Pistachio Horchata Affogato This is a spot where an acquaintance got married, as it was their favorite place. As a lover of Mexican and Italian cuisine, it has been my goal to try it. I finally got to try it for my birthday dinner. I'd say that this spot is perfect for people who love saucy dishes. The Elote Agnolotti was to die for, and I was thinking about it for days. The Pistachio drink is non-alcoholic, but you can definitely taste the pistachio, which is what a lot of pistachio drinks nowadays lack. The servers are really nice, and they even have a postcard as a memento. We sat inside as it was a hot day, but they also have a dining spot at the back. This is a spot I'd definitely love to come back to! read more

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Some standout, unique dishes here! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a quaint little spot where seating is a bit tight but intimate and homey inside, with some additional tables out in the back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was extremely kind/friendly! Expect the pasta dishes to come out a bit on the slower side because I believe they make their pasta fresh! - Zucchini bread: served with a pepper ricotta and chili oil/pine nut mixture. Great combination of flavors with the sweetness from the bread (which was really moist by the way), pepperiness from the ricotta (very prominent pepper flavor), and aromatic/nutty from the chili oil mixture. Surprisingly one of the standouts! - Elote agnolotti: another favorite of the night -- I mean who cannot love the elote flavors? You can smell the salty funkiness from the cheese the moment the plate was set down. You get a nice burst of sweetness from the corn when you bite into the agnolotti that contrasts very nicely with the cheese - Duck duck duck: such an umami delicious dish. The sauce was almost gravy like with a mix of shredded duck flesh. The pasta was the perfect al dente to stand against the richness of the duck flavor - Carne asada: sadly one of the more underwhelming dishes of the nice :( the steak was cooked a nice medium rare but the mushroom sauce I felt didn't provide much when sandwiched in between the beef, grilled onion, and tortilla - Yuzu pie: delicious tart yuzu custard topped with a generous dollop of meringue (a bit too thick for my preference personally). What more need I say??!! - Free paletas: kindly given to us to celebrate our pregnancy :) one was a vanilla with passion fruit caramel filling although the passion fruit was hard to distinguish amongst the other more predominant flavors (shoutout to Ivan who took the time to congratulate us on the pregnancy and shared his experience as a parent). The other was a nice light coconut sorbet that was a nice refreshing palette cleanser against its more indulgent dessert counterparts Overall really unique concept of dishes/flavors -- some definite hits and some that were more misses but is a spot that I will recommend to friends! read more

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Visited Amiga Amore on a Sunday for brunch. Heads up: there's no dedicated parking lot, so plan on street parking in this busy Highland Park stretch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant looks small from the outside, but they've got a great outdoor seating area we didn't expect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]My wife and I sat outside and loved the vibe, it feels like a quaint, eclectic Mexican backyard.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The concept is Italian-Mexican fusion, though the brunch menu leaned more Mexican. Everything we ordered was delicious, the drinks were refreshing, and prices were reasonable for LA. The only knock is service, staff were friendly, but things moved slowly and got a little disorganized with different servers checking in at different times. Not a dealbreaker given how good the food was and how nice everyone was. Overall, a great experience. We're already planning to come back for dinner to try more of the fusion menu. read more

Came here for dinner, the interior is very cute. The staff are so friendly and attentive. The Aguachile was fresh, had great flavor, and decent size for sharing. The Elote agnolotti is my FAVORITE pasta dish, I can see why it's popular. I love the corn filling- I shared this dish, but will order my own next time! The duck duck duck is made with duck carnitas and has a savory, meaty flavor profile. The al pastor pork belly is juicy with a crunchy, crispy skin- also one of my favorites. To finish the meal we ordered the mango pie & strawberry cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Both options were sweet, but not overly sweet. Parking- street parking read more

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What a meal. Aguachile appetizer, al pastor pork belly, carne asada, pistachio horchata affogato. Nothing missed. Everything was thoughtful, artfully crafted, and treated with the utmost care and skill. It's not cheap, but excellent, skillfully prepared food rarely is. The aguachile was tangy, vibrant, and the perfect amount of spicy. The sweetness from the scallops were uplifted, not overshadowed, which was an incredible feat given the amount of flavor of everything else. Al pastor pork belly came next--sweet, charred pineapple, pork belly so crispy you have to crunch through it, all atop a parsnip puree so creamy and delicious you'll want to lick the PLATE, sprinkled with crispy celeriac and their fantastic corn tortillas alongside. What!!! This dish was a perfect concert of sweet, creamy, savory, crispy, and satisfying. I will think about the carne asada for a long time to come. First off, the meat itself is PERFECTLY tender. Juicy, full of flavor, paired with an aguachile verde that SANG with bright, citrusy goodness, a charred fresno chili that provided sweetness and heat, and an avocado/cucumber/red onion accompaniment that when all scooped up in the homemade piadina made for the most incredible bite. Also was fantastic with the corn tortillas, which our server was so kind to bring for my gluten-free partner. The pistachio horchata affogato was delicious, as was their crispy pistachio buñuelo that came with it. Such a good little treat to dip in the affogato and crunnnnchhhhh. The service was personable, funny, warm, super knowledgeable and super attentive. Everyone had such a dope vibe. The ambiance is unassuming and homey--definitely curated and cozy vibes, but unassuming in the sense that the food you receive is very much giving white-tablecloth, Michelin-guide. High praise? Maybe, but I mean it. read more

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One of the most unique foods was found here in this Mexican/Italian fusion spot. It's a small, cozy, and clean restaurant that is perfect for a date night. I came as a walk-in when it just opened at 4:30 PM and accommodated me right away. Every employee there was friendly and was on top of everything when it came to drinks and dishes. The food there was so delicious. I believe they mashed Mexican and Italian cuisine together very well. I got the chorizo/clam dish along with the duck pasta. Both were flavorful and portion sizes were enough to make me happily full. Don't forget to add in their homemade habanero sauce if you want to have an extra kick. I'll be definitely back here because the other foods on the menu sound just as appetizing! read more

Amiga Amore - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place has a cute and warm/welcoming decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We tried the hanger steak, burrata, ceviche, chips and burrito. The burrito was slightly salty but it's a big portion! read more

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Stopped by for a birthday dinner. We came at opening and seated outside. It started to get full after 6p and the little bugs were out in force. The plates were generally meant for sharing so we got zucchini bread, burrata, duck duck duck, rigatoni and pork belly, plus a cobbler for dessert. It was plenty for our party of four. We enjoyed the burrata and zucchini bread to start. The duck duck duck looks small but the pasta was quite filling and the duck was rich. The rigatoni had a good deal of pasta and clams and large prawns though the lobster were just small bits. The pastor pork belly was crispy with the accompanying pineapple and parsnips helped with the rich fatty texture. We parked on the street so just watch the signs. read more

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One of my favorite little unique gems you can only find in Highland Park. A Mexican-Italian fusion eatery that is a true love story, of food and lover chefs bringing their cuisines together. And they highlight the great flavors of both influences here! We came on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch/early dinner and was seated at their outdoor patio at the back of the restaurant. There were a few other diners as well, as it's pretty cozy and small. Waiters and servers were all super nice and attentive, and happy to showcase their food and provide recommendations. I even believe the owners themselves were around serving food, asking how customers like their meals, which I thought to be a super nice touch! I believe you can't go wrong with anything here. My favorite bite was actually an unexpected one - their Octopus All'assasina - a charred octopus with butter ball potatoes and celery salad on top of some crunchy pasta? (I may be wrong, but I think it was this dish.) The flavors in that were incredible and I loved the Spanish flavors coming through with thoughtful ingredients and an Italian touch. We also had their Zucchini Bread (pine nut salsa maca and whipped ricotta, unique little bite!), Elote Agnolotti (a bit sweet with a corn filling with lime and cotija cheese), and Chili Colorado Rigatoni (a robust and heartier pasta bite with prime beef shank and Mexican sour cream). All pastas were cooked al dente and I loved how the pasta was such a great carrier of Mexican flavors through Italian-style dishes. Beautiful! This is perfect for a little date or showing close friends or family around town. It did seem there were other tourists or out-of-towners trying the place while I dined there, but I loved how special and intimate and truly homemade with love this place felt. Beautiful place to try and support! And they mentioned they have brunch on the weekends! read more

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Amiga Amore is a newer Mexitalian restaurant in the heart of Highland Park. This spot has gained a lot of traction in the last few years. It was recently featured on Andrew, Steven, and Adam's new show. I recently came on weekend, and the service was spectacular. They constantly came to check in and even gave us an extra piece of Aguachile to allow us all to have a piece to share! The inside is significantly bigger than I expected. They have a whole back patio that's setup like a romantic backyard picnic. The food was definitely the highlight. Nearly every dish was a highlight. My favorite was the Duck, Duck, Duck as the flavor was bold and delicious. The Cacio e Pepe was also delicious, as I really liked the noodles. I was also shocked by how yummy the Ossobuco was! The price of all of the dishes was also very fair, especially compared to the options in the area. Overall, Amiga Amore is an amazing option for any occasion! A date night, food with friends, or if you want to find new flavors! read more

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We visited on a Friday night without reservations. Initially, we were offered seats at the bar, but the space was quite cramped due to a nearby table. They then considered seating us outside before ultimately providing us with a corner table, for which we were very grateful. The environment at Amiga Amore is warm and friendly, and the staff appeared to work together seamlessly. The food was delicious; I particularly enjoyed the two appetizers and a pasta dish that I tried. The yuzu drink was tangy yet delicious, and the agua fresca was perfectly refreshing. The ambiance makes it a perfect spot for a date. The team goes above and beyond to check on every guest and ensure they are well taken care of. I highly recommend making reservations, and coming with an appetite and a sense of adventure, as you are sure to have a delicious meal. read more

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My friend found Amiga Amore on open table, we decided to hit it up before a comedy show. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were sat on the back patio, which makes you feel that you are dinning at someone's backyard in the summer time (which was a cool twist, dope to see chilies grown in the back).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started off with two cocktails (not pictured) the margarita and watermelon highball. The drinks took awhile to arrive, we were checked on a couple of times. We were told they were on the way multiple times, someone came by to drop drinks but it was the wrong order. We at least waited 20+ minutes for cocktails that were average at best. We had to wait longer for the cevchie, which again was not what we expected in terms of taste. The elote pasta was an interesting fusion (really just tajin thrown on a ravioli) and the duck pasta was decent, none of these were above average. However, for what you pay for you going to leave hungry and disappointed. My friend and I both used to work in the restaurant industry, we are both very understanding when it is busy etc. however, the service could have been more attentive. read more

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This restaurant is small but has such a welcoming atmosphere. I suggest dining in the patio they have out back because there's a cool breeze there. I noticed that the heat from the kitchen tends to settle in their main dining area. The food comes out fast when you order it. Please get the sweet potato ceviche. The flavors are incredible! I can't decide whether that or the elote agnolotti was my favorite because the latter has such a layered flavor that is unforgettable. My hubby savored the duck duck duck while my son snarfed down the cacio e pepe. Service is top notch. They are attentive to your needs without hovering. We appreciated how kind the staff were. Take note though that they have a credit card surcharge of 3% and a "kitchen love" surcharge of 4%. Just so you don't get surprised. But it's worth it to shell out a couple more dollars. I don't know a single place in LA that can make Mexitalian food this superbly. read more

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Better late than never! A coworker had to told me about this restaurant long time ago and I had it on my to do list but never went until just recently. Now I regret that I hadn't gone earlier. What a cute place, a hole in the wall that feels like a private kitchen had expanded with a tent into the patio. The staff was wonderful and the food spectacular. Very charming combination of flavors and textures brought out full aroma and taste bud excitement! Octopus super tender, fish aquachiles a dream, burrata frutta carta, elote, duck mole and endive fruit salad all spectacular. And believe it or not, I did even like their tiramisu even though I'm still believing that my own one is the best. read more

Amiga Amore - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Last night we went to the 3rd anniv of the restaurant. god bless, may you have 20 more. My marg was great and the torta with carnitas was awesome. but...my wifes entree was served 20 minutes before mine, and mine only came after I asked the owner/chef who was also bussing out table (more on that) for it. I lived in seattle 15 years. bay scallops are the size of a quarter to half dollar coin. these were as if you chopped one scallop into fourths. Ive never seen a bay scallop dish where there was more sauce than scallops. and at $27 it wasnt $7 worth of food, our waitress was awful. she took our orders and never came by again. we went to a bar after to have the drinks she never asked us about. i gave her 18% tip, the first time Ive given less than 20% in 2 decades and I want all of it back. read more

Amiga Amore has that low key hole in the wall vibe that makes you feel like you walked into someone's home. Parking is available on the street, but I can see that it can be hard to find during peak times. Food was just OK, there are definitely some interesting flavors with Italian/Mexican fusion. Unfortunately most Yelp reviews show the lunch/dinner menus and we happened to stumble upon a brunch only for Sunday lunch. I mainly came through to burn some expiring Open Table credits before they went to waste. It is pretty pricey for an average tasting meal. The service was average, given that they had a lot of people trying to also utilize the OpenTable credits. I probably would not come back unless I had expiring credits again, but I would highly suggest going for dinner instead of brunch. read more