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    Bodega Malbec

    4.1 (1k reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Isobel L.

    Lovely dineLA dinner at Bodega Malbec. The dineLA menu is definitely great bang for the buck! My steak was delicious, perfectly cooked at medium rare, while my dining companion's may have been a bit overcooked. But best of all was the service, very friendly and attentive. The ambiance is cheeful and fun and thankfully, not too loud for conversation. This neighborhood bistro would be on a regular rotation if I lived nearby. Street parking.

    Crema Catalana - Spanish style crème brûlée (citrus cinammon infused) with berries.
    Jonny S.

    Continuing my foodie tour of the Burbank/Toluca Lake area, I stopped in at Bodega Malbec for happy hour and the spot did not disappoint! The food was excellent, the service impeccable, and the ambience was a whole vibe. We drank and dined on the patio and it was a great spot for people watching. I definitely saw "that one guy in that show" and that "one girl from that commercial". Next time I will try the inside of the restaurant but the patio is where it's at!

    Chicken and beef empanada. I really wish they have a side of chimichurri on the side!
    Ninah M.

    We stopped by Bodega Malbec for our 1-year anniversary celebration, and honestly, the experience was delicious overall! The empanadas were definitely the highlight -- the chicken and beef flavors tasted really good. I also tried the potato filling with asparagus and ham, and it was packed with flavor. Everything tasted fresh, savory, and satisfying. And the chimichurri sauce? So delicious! Especially when dipping and mixing it with the empanadas -- it added so much flavor and made everything even better. My partner ordered the steak and said it was tasty, but a little too oily for his preference. The same with the grilled vegetables -- they were literally soaking in oil on the plate. That was probably the only downside for us. The service was friendly and attentive, and the ambience made it feel cozy and perfect for a date night or special occasion. We still left full and happy and enjoyed celebrating our anniversary there.

    The strip steal with caper cream sauce
    Cristina F.

    I had the pleasure of dining here with my Argentinian friend a while ago. It was during a DineLA week. It was the best afternoon we had! The ambience was very jovial yet elegant, I felt like it should become my Argentinian getaway! We chose the special options offered and they were well thought out. I opted for the branzino lunch including a starter of an empanada, a side of rice and broccoli My friend opted for the steak with a caper sauce and with same sides. They were gracious enough to let me take my friend's empanada to go. The food was excellent as were their wine selections, my white wine was crisp, it paired nicely with the meal. My friend's Malbec was perfect with the beef. As we lingered, our server offered to "top off" our wines, I was blown away by this gesture, it alone should garner great acclaim! The dessert was excellent! I thank them for this gem!

    Tasty Drinks!
    Terrence T.

    I've been to Bodega Malbec twice before and they seem to always change in the most artistic way. This time the main dining area is brighter and very welcoming. There's also a back room as well. We were greeting and sat immediately. The waiter was friendly and took our drink orders. He not only had the main area but also tables in the back room. So they might have not planned on it being busy for Mother's Day. BUT it was a busy Sunday so the place was packed and it was fun to people watch. You can also sit at the bar for food & drink service as well. The food did come out a little staggered as chicken and fish were faster to cook than beef. The only thing that really took forever was a kid's portion of spaghetti we ordered. It came out last. It may have been because we were there on Mother's Day and the kitchen was busy with other orders. We ordered a dessert as a birthday surprise for one of our friends and that was fun. It came with a candle and we sang happy birthday. Very good spot for Argentinian cuisine. I suggest ordering an appetizer or two and a cocktail to tide you over if you go on a holiday.

    Paella (serves 2.)
    Rich E.

    TL;DR: Awesome food. Tomahawk steak was perfect and the paella was one of the best we've ever had. Bodega Malbec was the place for us. The tomahawk steak was next-level--juicy, tender, and honestly the best we've ever had. It was one of those "close your eyes and savor every bite" kind of moments. And the paella? So good. Packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and the kind of dish that you enjoy until the last bite. Friend had the lamb chops and they were really tender and. It gamey at all. Tender and not too chewy with fat or anything. Between the food, the vibe, and the way everything came together, I'd highly recommend this place.

    Glass of Cab
    Janna C.

    Overall, this place was pretty average. Nothing really wowed me, though one of the employees--Augustino, I think?--stood out for being especially sweet. Our server was fine, but once our mains arrived, he never really checked on us again. The space itself was clean, though I wasn't a fan of how close the two-top tables were to each other. The biggest downfall of the meal was my steak. I ordered it medium-well, but it came out very undercooked--rare enough that it was bleeding when I cut into the middle. Since our server didn't come back to check on us, I didn't get the chance to ask him to have it cooked a little more and I ended up just eating the edges. On the plus side, the apps were good, they also give you good complimentary bread. Dessert, on the other hand, wasn't memorable and honestly not worth the calories. With so many great restaurants on Riverside, I'd probably try a new spot before coming back here. I think this place has potential, but unfortunately, my experience just didn't leave me wanting to return. I gave 3 stars because it wasn't a horrible experience, but I also left a little disappointed.

    menu as of 8/2025
    Lucy M.

    Managed to stop by summer 2025 to try the DineLA $55 pp, 3 course Dinner Menu. The whole table did not have to participate so could have both DineLA and/or order off the menu. Cebiche de Pescado Aji Amarillo - Appetizer - Now that I have tried Peruvian ceviche on four occasions at different restaurants... I'm a bit convinced that Peruvian ceviche is just typically more sour so brace urselves. The fish does taste fresh. I do, however, like the burrata appetizer most from just a few bites. The cheese was very milky and soft~ Vacio Argentino - Entree - 10oz Argentinean beef flap meat steak, wet aged 45 days. Got it medium well and the meat was tender but had a good bite since it was flap meat. It's lightly salted and served with a chimichurri-like dip; so it could get a little plain but the fries were crispy and salty to help. Nonetheless, based on past reviews and pictures that this item had been served with three different sauces... I think having some more sauce and salsa would have enhanced this dish so somewhat disappointed that the entree stopped included them. Peras al Malbec Zcon Helado de Vanilla - dessert - Pear roasted in Malbec wine with vanilla bean ice cream. It was decent but I would not order this again. The pear was quite tough to cut through and I don't taste the fruit as much... I guess I prefer other ways to cook pear. The second dessert option, which was a puff pastry with quince jam and sweet potatos, was more delicious in comparison. The vanilla ice cream were the same in both dishes and quite good. But pretty melted by the time we got it. Having only tired the DineLA items, I'd have to say the food overall were good quality and alright portions. But it's not so delicious for me that I'd get any of the items I tried again in a separate setting. This is said with consideration of the cost as well. I'd get something different on a reg visit if I end up here again. On top of that, parking is limited. Likely have to find street parking during meal hours.

    Everything was terrific!!!
    Kevin A.

    Just an update to an already positive review I did but now as to the "new" version of Malbec in that the restaurant was sold to new owners, is decidedly more hip and happening, but still serves some of the best Argentinian food in the city... Loved the bread and perfect chimichuri (they should bottle it!), quality Malbec wine, and tasty ribeye steak. The avocado and onion salad was fine but a tad small. All in all this remains a great call for dinner and for date nights!

    Entraa a la Parrilla
    Alexis S.

    Liked this more than Lala's. The steak was a bit more tender. Over salted sides but still good. Need to bring out more chimichurri but really good overall.

    April C.

    This is a cute little date night spot. Dimmed lights and cute decor. Parking is tricky..either you get lucky with street parking or good luck getting a spot in the back. It's nestled in between a bar and restaurant in beautiful Toluca Lake and the place can be easily missed. I made reservations but upon getting there, I don't think they were necessary as they weren't busy for a (dinner) night out. The service was okay. The sever wasn't really attentive but the busser was. Now he was way more helpful than our server and nicer. Came here for Dine-LA. I love Dine-LA as it gives us the opportunity to try things (more or less) on a "budget" and it helps you decide whether the restaurant is worth coming back for. You can't go wrong with an appetizer, entree and dessert, right? Especially if restaurants are choosing their top dishes and putting them on their menu. so let's get started... We started with their cebiche (yes, I spelled it correctly haha) which was tasty. If I were to come back I would order this again. 10/10 Their Vacio Argentino is a 10 ounce beef flap meat. It was pretty chewy but taste was there. 8/10. *not sure if this is on their menu* Their chimichurri was a 10/10! Im super picky with chimichurri, since I have Argentinian relatives who make this on the daily..so this says a lot. The Gazpacho tasted like a shrimp cocktail. I've had this before, elsewhere and it just didn't meet my expectations as to what I've had before. 4/10 Now the most disappointing part and the part I think we allll look forward to at the end of a meal...dessert. We had the option between Pannacotta and Pears. Out of their 7 desserts on their menu, unfortunately not one was an option. The Pannacotta was tough and not soft or creamy but their chutney was delicious. Wish they had put a little bit more of that. 6/10 All in all i think I'd come back for the cebiche, glass of wine and try their beef empanadas. It's a nice little spot to chat it up with friends over some drinks.

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    Cindy L.

    Came for lunch for their DineLA menu for 35 dollars. I was seated right away. I had the short rib empanada, branzino, and flan. The short rib empanada was the best bite I had. It was warm and flavorful with the most tender slow cooked short rib. The branzino was perfectly cooked and flakey. I thought it was lacking a bit of seasoning but the dill sauce really focused on the flavor of the branzino which I loved. The flan was rich, thick, dense, sweet, and decadent. It was my first time having a thick flan and I loved it, Overall, a great experience and my first time trying Argentinian food.

    Dave H.

    If you like meat and sausages try is is a great place for Argentine fare! Cute little restaurant with all the Argentine favorites including all the grilled meats and really good chimichurri. Street parking. Wine and beer menu.

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    Came here fo restaurant week! Great steady service and food options. Would come back here to try the full menu.

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    Ca Del Sole - Squid Ink Linguini

    Ca Del Sole

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    0.8 mi•Toluca Lake
    •$$

    Ca' Del Sole is one of Southern California's best-kept secrets and, without question, one of my…read morefavorite restaurants. Tucked away in an unexpected corner of North Hollywood, you walk through the entrance and suddenly feel as though you've been transported to a breathtaking Italian garden. The ambiance is absolutely magical and easily ranks among my top 10 dining experiences in Southern California. I've been coming here for well over a decade, and it has never lost its charm. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic date night, meeting friends for brunch, or simply treating yourself to an unforgettable meal, Ca' Del Sole delivers every single time. The food is exceptional. Every dish is beautifully prepared with the quality, elegance, and attention to detail you'd expect from an upscale restaurant in France or Italy--but at prices that are surprisingly reasonable. It's rare to find a restaurant that feels this luxurious without the luxury price tag. Their brunch is outstanding, dinner is absolutely spectacular, and every meal feels like an occasion. The service is equally impressive. It's not unusual to spot an A-list celebrity dining here, but what I love most is that everyone is treated like a VIP. The hospitality is warm, genuine, and consistently exceptional. The staff has a way of making every guest feel welcome, appreciated, and completely taken care of. I especially love the beautiful cabanas and garden patio. It's one of those places where you find yourself lingering because you simply don't want the experience to end. Honestly, part of me wants to keep Ca' Del Sole a secret so I can always get a table--but restaurants this special deserve to be celebrated. If you're looking for incredible food, world-class service, unforgettable ambiance, and one of the most romantic dining experiences in Los Angeles, this is the place. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back, and if I could, I'd happily celebrate every special occasion here.

    (Dined 06/18/26 TH @ 12:30pm): The Northern Italian cuisine served at this house was as hot as the…read moresun! A realtor I recently worked with to sell two properties wanted to catch up and present me with a little something for the opportunity at Ca' Del Sole. I'd driven by this place since I often worked in the area or used the streets as a shortcut of sorts, while this was relatively close to his office in Studio City. Opened in 1994 by restaurateur Rudolfo Costella and fellow Venetian Master Chef Antonio Tommasi, the idea was to offer a glimpse into the atmosphere, cuisine, and culture of Northern Italy and a Venetian country inn in the center of the San Fernando Valley. Costella has since expanded his empire with a few more restaurants in Phoenix, AZ and Southern California, respectively. Would I feel at home under the guise of the warm Northern Italian sun!? PURCHASE(S) Breads & Dipping Sauce (COMP): Fresh puffy warm breads and an olive tapenade dipping sauce was a beautiful way to get this lunch started! It was refillable, but we were good. Peroni Nastro Azzurro Pale Lager Beer 5.1% ABV 12floz Bottle ($7.00): Amber honey color, honey malty aroma, light body, light bready malty flavor, clean effervescent finish, and a light malty sweet aftertaste. An easy Italian birra! Squash Blossoms 3pc ($21.95): We shared this lovely appetizer that was airy and lightly fried with a creamy sauce bed. I loved this creative healthy dish! Minestrone Soup Bowl ($13.50): Loaded with a bunch of fresh vegetables and a low-sodium broth, this was hearty and simple, but I liked my realtor's soup more. Asparagus Soup Bowl ($13.50): My realtor let me try his soup, which was an odd nuclear-yellow color, creamy, light, and silky smooth - heavenly! Shrimp Fusilli ($23.95): Homemade green fusilli and medium shrimp in a buttery creamy sauce topped with grated cheese, the portion was smaller than expected, but each bite was blissful, and I used the bread to wipe down my bowl! Salmon Farfalle ($23.95): My realtor let me try his heaping entree portion of thick chunks of tender salmon and velvety pasta in a butternut squash sauce - yummy Valet Parking ($7.00): Cash only, there weren't any other onsite options. SERVICE Once we arrived for our reservation, the lovely young hostess sat us in a relaxing cabana outside in the back patio where we were greeted by a friendly older gentleman server armed with menus and glasses of water. We took forever to order (sorry!), so he went over the specials, which we pretty much ordered from. Our drinks and bread basket arrived quickly followed by the appetizer, then our soups, and finally our entrees all spaced out as they checked on us regularly. Everything was casual and professional - grazie! PARKING ($7.00; valet only): They had a private lot. Otherwise, I should've done what my realtor did and parked along the main drag of Cahuenga Blvd. with meters - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A deceptively large layout once you entered the waiting area with a separate bar area nearby, an indoor dining area off in another direction, and then the amazing outdoor dining area with its mix of cabanas and open-air tables among plants and trees. Obviously, there was plenty of natural light outside (I couldn't say about the inside) while various electric lights covered the rest. It had a very European relaxed feel. I saw a TV in the bar area but couldn't recall any background music other than the street traffic. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was so happy to finally try Ca' Del Sole and couldn't wait to return, especially to try their Happy Hour (MO-FR 5pm-Close in the bar lounge area only; everything $5.00). The food was awesome, the menu selection was vast, the prices were a touch elevated, the atmosphere was European casual, and the service was top-notch. Plus, I preferred to support small mom & pop businesses whenever possible (sure, they owned a few other restaurants). I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $127.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

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    Ca Del Sole - The ceiling is made with sound-absorbing acoustical panels -- unique, clever, and effective!

    The ceiling is made with sound-absorbing acoustical panels -- unique, clever, and effective!

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    Prosecco Trattoria - Braised Shredded Short Rib and Rigatoni

    Prosecco Trattoria

    4.4(763 reviews)
    0.0 mi•Toluca Lake
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    This place is a hidden gem. I've come back here and their pastas and wine are always phenomenal…read more I love their angus beef bolognese, it's amazing! I wanted to eat the whole bowl despite being full haha. Had to get Parmesan on it too. Also they have a nice kids menu and you can also order a la carte from the sides for your little ones. The whole staff was so amazing, welcoming, and nice. Ambiance is nice, cute for date night and also dinner with friends. First time trying their tiramisu... idk if I'd get the tiramisu again. I personally like my tiramisus a little more moist and coffee flavored but that's just my preference. Berries and mint were a nice touch.

    If it were possible, this establishment deserves 6 stars! Went to a charming real estate open…read morehouse, up the street around dusk. The hubby wanted to eat out Italian for a cozy Sunday, holiday evening. And have never ventured here in Toluca Lake; and what an elegant, delight! Jessica was our server. She made our experience delectable, truly! Noticed every detail, and with warm humor. She recommended my husband read the desert menu aloud, for the romance of it all. And it works and that's true! Hehe I ordered the 4-cheese Ravioli in tomatoe sauce, and it's unlike any I've EVER had. It's about 5 inches in diameter, round+ mostly flat, and not too salty. Absolutely delicious! Jessica offered to sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, the service! Unmatched. The Italian seasoning added to the tomatoe sauce, makes it sweeter, aromatic. If you're familiar with my reviews, I'm always searching for vegetarian options. For desert we had the Panna Cotta with wild berries. Excellent, yummy! And we kept it cozy, with mint hot tea. Which is always a go-to around the Xmas holidays. The decor is northern Italian elegance: hand painted art, crystal chandeliers, and white linens abound. Reminds me of when we hiked the hills of Tuscany. With the holiday touch of twinkle lights and fresh winter floral bouquets. It seems most locals frequent here: Are known by name, and had the front door held open for them if elderly. What sweet, kindness and local vibes. We'll be back, to try perhaps the chicken the hubby says. :) Thank you all for an exceptional, romantic Sunday night dinner with my Hubby, during the holidays.

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    Prosecco Trattoria - Prosecco Trattoria ESTABLISHED 1995

    Prosecco Trattoria ESTABLISHED 1995

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    Welcome to Prosecco Trattoria

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    We offer two different size private dining rooms

    MA'S Italian Kitchen

    MA'S Italian Kitchen

    4.6(1.8k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Private events

    Decided to treat my boyfriend to some Italian food for his birthday and wanted to try Ma's Italian…read moreKitchen in Burbank! We were lucky enough to be greeted so warmly by the owner. I'm not sure if reservations are required but made one just in case :) The ambiance was so intimate and cozy. I loved the dim lighting and how spaced out the tables were. Though it did get a bit loud towards the end of the night (more customers), it wasn't too overwhelming. We received complimentary garlic knots and water delivered to our table upon arrival! Amazing service For appetizers, we ordered one of the specials, Fried Gnocchi and a Small Caesar Salad to share (good for 2). Also ordered a glass of Prosecco Rose (so good)! Our server Carlos was absolutely the best! He suggested the dinner specials and other dishes he highly recommended. I ordered one of the dinner specials, Pesto Risotto and added some grilled chicken! The chicken was cooked to perfection. My boyfriend ordered the Rigatoni Bolognese, which was cooked for six-hours, a very rustic yet comforting taste. The food was so warm and fresh! Definitely took my time experiencing every bite! I did mention in my reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and my boyfriend received a Butterscotch Budino and a birthday performance for dessert, so delicious! I've spent most of my life working in restaurants and I just want to say that EVERYONE was amazing. Our server, the runners, the bussers, and of course the chefs! What an amazing team, your hardwork does not go unnoticed. Watching everyone interact with one another made my experience so great :) We'll definitely be coming back to try everything on the menu!

    MA's Italian Kitchen has long been on my bookmarks, and I finally had the opportunity to visit with…read morea friend. We were given a complimentary garlic cheese bread to start and ordered a New Haven Clam Pizza and a Fettucine Alfredo with Chicken. The garlic cheese bread was just okay; the inside wasn't too tasty, but it did look very good... I was disappointed that this didn't live up to the potential; aesthetically it looked very good with a golden brown top lightly sprinkled with cheese. The Fettucine Alfredo with Chicken is quite the staple, and it was pretty tasty - the pasta cooked to perfection. The cream sauce was also very good. The large New Haven Clam Pizza was a surprise for me; it was a combination that worked, somehow - first time for me, for sure. I wasn't sure what to think of the taste, but it was good with the balsamic sauce that was included. I finished 3 slices and packed the rest to go, disappointed that it didn't come with the unused fig sauce. We enjoyed both along the wall at a booth that was dimly lit. Overall, I wouldn't rank this is high or low but definitely could have been better, and dessert confirmed this. We had the Butterscotch Budino, and it was everything a kid would've liked - a pudding layered in a centimeter of caramel syrup. I only ate a spoonful, and the second spoon was difficult. Paying was easy once a server was flagged down, and we were able to split the bill, too. After paying, the server didn't bring the pizza that was packed away unless asked. (Maybe I should've checked for the sauce here, too, just in case...) The real damage, though, was either the pizza, the fig sauce, or the caramel syrup, because my throat was gone within the next few days. While I did enjoy the ambiance, I unfortunately couldn't say the same for the food. This is going on the list of "not for me" :(

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    Angelino Trattoria and Pizzeria - A night to remember... (before it goes out to the table.)

    Angelino Trattoria and Pizzeria

    4.2(721 reviews)
    0.8 mi•Toluca Lake
    •$$$

    Highly recommend Angelino Trattoria -…read more Two foodies who met in college dined at Angelino Trattoria. The restaurant is tucked away on a corner, and we entered from the back. The trattoria had low lighting and looked like a romantic little Italian villa with Sinatra music lilting in the background. It felt much more a date night place than a business dinner. First, the wine list by the glass had excellent, very interesting and offbeat selections. The bottle selection was really superb. Then, as a starter, we shared a white bean and lobster appetizer. It tasted absolutely amazing ... and a dish that neither of us had tried before. Our very seasoned and polite waiter told us we would enjoy it. Next, he had the lobster ravioli, and I had the salmon. Both were really cooked to perfection and wowed us. Lastly, for dessert, we split this most amazing pistachio gelato that came cut into slices with finely chopped pistachios sprinkled on top and a most delish type of pistachio paste?? inside. Angelo, the owner, stopped by and chatted with us during the meal, and we felt as though we had almost dined in someone's private home with a most amazing meal.

    Amazing ambiance! We walked in and the inside was a cool dark room lit by tiny lights at the…read moretables. My fiancé had been wanting to go here for a while and we live down the street so we figured we'd try. Angelo came out and was extremely sweet and accommodating as well as our server; honestly every one of the staff were extremely sweet and helped me pick out what to order. The super Tuscany wine was amazing, the appetizers, (Roman Pruscetta and the Caesar salad) were incredible. The Pastas were also out of this world. This will be my new spot for taking anyone for a nice dinner.

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    Angelino Trattoria and Pizzeria - Highly recommended a booking, things fill up fast! Very intimate, full dining room

    Highly recommended a booking, things fill up fast! Very intimate, full dining room

    Angelino Trattoria and Pizzeria
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    Verse - Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

    Verse

    4.6(905 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Toluca Lake
    Romantic vibe
    Fine dining

    This place came up several times when I researched on great restaurants that have excellent vibes…read moreand great food. Although it didn't really necessarily show up as "the best food in LA area" but all the reviews were so good so I became curious to try. Mainly the reviews also raved about the vibes, services, and live music. Well, they were not wrong! It was fairly easy to make a reservation through Opentable, and I made a reservation for two people for my birthday dinner on Sunday night. I put on the notes that it's my bday so it'll be nice to get a nice table near the stage. I didn't have a high expectation, cos I'd never been to the place and I didn't make a call or anything. But wow, they definitely gave us a great table at the very front! As many reviewers had mentioned, the acoustic of the restaurant is really great. You can barely hear other people's conversations. There's a live jazz band playing, so you can really enjoy that. Although it made it slightly hard to hear what other nearby people say to you either, haha. Our server Dawson was a really great one! Very nice, very informative and just has a great vibe that made you feel comfortable to converse with him. We also asked if he could take a picture of us and he went above and beyond with taking our pictures haha. He took the table lamp as our additional "lighting". Such a great service! Dawson also made a few suggestions on food. We ordered the milk bun (so great!), the tiger prawns tostada (omg, my favorite of the night!), braised lamb pasta, pork belly risotto, and roasted broccolini. Everything was really good and really filled us up! We also got the "smokin old fashioned" and "Wake up and repeat" cocktails. It was plenty of food for us so we asked for a check. Dawson asked if we wanted a dessert but we were already full. He asked if it's ok to give us a lil treat for my bday. It was a really nice dessert :). Oh I forgot to mention that they also put a small bday card on the table for me. The prices of food and drinks are on the higher sides, but I feel like it's worth it due to the live music and the vibe. It easily covers the entertainment part. We definitely will go back and recommend this place for anyone who's looking into a nice date night or to celebrate something special. I was informed that Friday has more of a "party vibe" here, although it's still a jazz performance. Sunday feels more laid back :) Overall I'm really pleased by this place. I used to think that I don't care that much about excellent service as long as the food is great, but I was wrong. The excellent hospitality just made the night even better than expected. Thank you for making my bday dinner memorable.

    This place was on my list and we happen to pop in at 5pm but reservations are highly recommended…read more It was a little difficult to find because it's just a door without any signs, but I saw the valet guy pop out so we figured it was the entrance. The usually have a live band after 7pm and the sound in the resturant is amazing. It's like a recording studio. The staff was very friendly! The decor and ambiance was also impressive. Definitely swanky but down to earth vibes. I got the rasberry beret cocktail and it was different but fabulous. Not sure how else to describe it. It was refreshing. We got the tiger prawns and it was presented as a toasta, which had a great flavor and texture. The apple salad was also refreshing and a good portion to share between 2 people. The broccolini was cooked perfectly and my favorite after the tiger prawns was the Dungeness crab pasta. It had uni on top! The uni elevated the dish, and honestly there were a good amount of crab meat in the dish. Overall well balanced and creamy. The 2 of us left full and satisfied. Highly recommend this place for a date night. There's also plenty of street parking when we went but there is also valet for $15.

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    Verse - Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

    Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

    Verse - MALAMENTE                                                                             
 HIBISCUS BLANCO TEQUILA, VANILLA, BHARAT SYRUP,

    MALAMENTE HIBISCUS BLANCO TEQUILA, VANILLA, BHARAT SYRUP,

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    Little Toni's - Two pizzas, endless possibilities. Choose your favorites and enjoy a slice of perfection!

    Little Toni's

    3.6(1.3k reviews)
    1.1 mi•North Hollywood
    •$$

    Genuinely the best dinner I've had in so long. Seems like every restaurant buys their food premade…read moreand reheats it, overall quality is terrible for a high price. Little Toni's is the complete opposite, and reminded me of how dining used to be. Will be coming back again, so happy to have quality food for a great serving size and price.

    I came as soon at it opened and to my surprise, there was a line forming outside already…read more It is so crazy that a movie sparked up exposure for this little restaurant. If you haven't watched it yet I'm referring to the movie "Obsession" where the dinner scene was filmed. Lucky for me, I was seated right away and started off with one of their cocktails "leave the bourbon on the shelf" 5/5 amazing! It was so smooth, refreshing and sweet at the same time. It is made with grapefruit juice and lime juice so you get a subtle tangy taste to it. You can tell how hard and quickly the staff is working, multitasking and keeping up a positive attitude , kudos to them all for servicing a full house (literally) I decided to order another round of the same cocktail because I discovered new favorite! (lol) And for food I ordered a small pepperoni pizza thin crust and a single meatball. The pepperoni pizza was delicious to me; the portion was perfect just for me. During the process of eating it, the thin crust became a bit stale to my likings, but that didn't stop me from eating it all. 4/5 The meatball was also really good, it was sitting in marinara sauce on a bowl, the portion of the meatball was good as well; medium sized. 4/5 After eating all of that, I was extremely full. They do give generous portions out and offer happy hour during the week as well. Something to note: they do not take reservations and close late: midnight. They have their own lot for parking but fills up quickly so street parking would be the next choice. This place has been a staple of north Hollywood for many years to locals, now since the movie released, it has sparked up more popularity. I'd love to come back soon and enjoy happy hour during the week.

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    Little Toni's - Golden mozzarella sticks with a side of marinara, crispy, cheesy, and absolutely delicious!

    Golden mozzarella sticks with a side of marinara, crispy, cheesy, and absolutely delicious!

    Little Toni's - Layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese. Our lasagna is comfort food at its finest.

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    Layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese. Our lasagna is comfort food at its finest.

    Bodega Malbec - argentine - Updated September 2026

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