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Compari's

4.3 (366 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 3:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Quiet
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Half anti-pasta with bread and olive oil.
Robert G.

What went well? Everything! Finished a good hour swim in the pool and was ready to grub-big time. Been here many times, but this was my first time with the Yelp review. Ordered the anti-pasta salad for starters, then jumped right into a small meat lovers with extra cheese (both pictured). An Arnold Palmer washed things down. As for the server, I had the best of the best, a seasoned gentleman and familiar face in these parts named Elver. Top notch service all around. I'll be back...again.

Pastas and garlic bread
Shanelle S.

A hidden gem with friendly service and cute vibes inside. Came here with my boyfriend for a lowkey Tuesday date night and we both really liked it. The portion sizes are generous and I really liked my chicken pesto. Similarly, my boyfriend inhaled his ravioli in a lemon cream sauce. Both dishes came with crusty garlic bread that came hot from the oven. The decor was rustic Italian with sparkling lights on the ceiling. The place is intimate and cozy. There's a few free parking spots available in the front, otherwise street parking is available. Credit cards are accepted. Dine-in and takeout available.

Mushroom Ravioli in Lemon sage sauce special
Katie H.

Well, EXCUSE ME, sir/madam! I did not know what an incredibly tasting, sweetest staff, and friggin ADORABLE restaurant this was! My friends brought me after working on a short film together, it was an exhausting yet rewarding day to begin with, but this meal topped it. Excellent mushroom ravioli in a lemon sauce, some of the best Chianti I've Ever had, and a truly lovely intimate restaurant. Not to mention the music and vibes pergola above the restaurant made me long for returning to Italy. Thank you Compari! I will definitely be back. Also... Forgive me, I had a moment with the rest of the Mushroom Lemon Ravioli Special, so I only left one (momentarily to be rapidly consumed) ravioli. But here's her beauty. My god that sauce, I nearly licked the plate. Imma dream about this dish. Can't wait to have the next meal here.

Lunch lasagna (big serving!) with side of garlic bread
Ariana A.

Eating out has gotten expensive, but these lunch specials are fantastic! $12 for most options, and comes with a side salad and garlic toast. The service is warm and attentive. Parisa is an absolute gem! I visited at the end of lunch when it wasn't busy. The peace and quiet allowed me to relax and enjoy the Italian ambiance and food.

Chicken Cacciatore
Becky B.

This was a complete, and much needed, surprise! We hadn't tried a new (for us) Italian place in a while, and with it being National Lasagna Day back on July 29, my guy came through on finding this place. Holy cow, since we're already mentioning Lasagna, this place has the best lasagna that I've had in *years*. The pasta layers were perfectly cooked! There was no need to really use a knife to cut it apart. The edges were crisp without it being tough to cut or chew. The cheese to meat ratio was heavenly, and the red sauce (marinara/gravy/whatever you choose to call it) was deep. The dishes we got the sauce on were perfect. Even for the mozzarella sticks. The Chicken Cacciatore was hearty on so many different levels with the veggies and chicken and pasta. The lemon sauce ravioli was delicious, but I don't recall the specific ravioli stuffing. The Fettuccini Alfredo with chicken was spot-on comfort food. We also got the fried mushrooms as appetizer, which were stellar. They were perfectly battered and fried, but be careful because they do hold the heat from frying for a while. My guy is a cheesecake fiend, so of course he has to try it. It was imperfectly perfect. It looked homemade, so we asked, and while they don't make it in-house, they said they do get it from a local bakery. So delicious and worth the splurge if you have the stomach space. Service was splendid and the guy was a delight to chat with. It wasn't too busy inside, but there was a genuine mix of people/cultures that we really appreciated. The space is small, but the decor envelopes you and takes you away to somewhere other than a bustling urban area. Definitely going back.

Complementary garlic bread
Deborah E.

This is a fabulous little Italian spot tucked into a little shopping center. Great lunch specials very authentic. The staff is super friendly and you can't beat the prices. We stopped here. The other day hadn't been for a while. I was out Christmas shopping. I had the individual pizza which comes with a salad. Forgot to take a picture of the house salad, but it is so delicious. It comes with cheese, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives, and lots of goodies. They also offer Caesar salad with the lunch special, very savory and delicious and they give you bread on the table. The personal pizza is delicious. The sauce is really savory with a hint of garlic, I could only eat one slice after my salad and bread. My friend had the chicken Parm, which was outstanding. I definitely recommend this little hidden gem. Check it out. Do yourself a favor. You won't be disappointed. Parking is very limited.

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John P.

Decent old-style neighborhood Italian joint with all of the usual favorites. I would rate rate the pizza as average, since the crust was not impressive.

A perfect, small mushroom pizza!

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My favorite mom and son date night!! Abbey and staff are always so kind to my son and I...

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2 years ago

Consistently delicious home style Italian food. Great price and wonderful service. I love the lobster ravioli and garlic bread.

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3 years ago

Yes yes yes. I will always recommend Compari's. Love their food. My go to for real Italian food.

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3 years ago

Small but delightful! The chicken cacciatore was sooo good! My wife loved her pasta primavera!

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2 years ago

Always on point- food and service. Favorite spot for pizza. Always delicious. Can't beat it.

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We went for lunch. The salad was excellent. The service was fantastic. I really liked the house Chianti. The pizza was just ok.

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Always on point with food and services. I've been going to this spot forever and happy they just keep getting better with time

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3 years ago

My family had a great dinner here. No frills place but atmosphere is good. Food was delicious and very good portions. Recommend it.

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Excellent food great service. The whole family really likes this little Italian restaurant

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2 years ago

Good stuff, this place has been around for decades. Very consistent food quality and service.

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Food was great and the service was amazing. Everything was fresh and made with care. Will definitely be going back.

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Prince Street Pizza

Prince Street Pizza

4.3(1.3k reviews)
9.4 miArts District, Downtown
Outdoor seating
Catering service

One of my favorite pizza places ever!!! The amount of toppings they have on their pizza is what you…read morewould ever want on your pizzas! They have so many different variations of classic pizzas but also unique ones too! We ended up getting spicy spring, the naughty pie, and meat lovers which were all very delicious. The staff was friendly and helped us since it was our first time. The explained how everything worked. The space inside is small with no place to site and eat, you have to enjoy it outside! Parking is a bit hard to find but not the worst. Definitely get cravings for this pizza! Also is location makes the best pizzas, the Pasadena location pizza doesn't come out right.

This review is long overdue because I had this potato pizza over a month ago but I can't keep…read morethinking about it. It was my first time trying Prince Street Pizza and after finishing my first slice... got back in line and bought another one!! Went on the website to try to order this today... didn't see it.. went on a deep dive as to why and that's how I found out that it was a seasonal menu item!! I should've went back sooner!!!! Anyways it was just so good!! Potato pieces, bacon, lots of cheese and some type of ranch dressing? Sign me upppp. I'm not big on pepperoni or meat-style pizzas and sometimes the plain cheese/veggie ones aren't what I'm in the mood for. This potato one was the perfect middle for me. It was everything I ever wanted in a pizza I miss it so bad. Anyways this is just my little love letter to that potato pizza and I can only hope that it's brought back soon! Parking is rough as is usual for arts district but I'd suffer through that willingly for more potato pizza.

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Propaganda Wine Bar - 50 under 50 LATimes

Propaganda Wine Bar

4.7(262 reviews)
9.5 miArts District, Downtown
$$
Free parking
Outdoor seating

One of my favorite places in LA. Good wine, charcuterie, and pizza! Love the focaccia here! Service…read moreis always great. I'm allergic to dairy and they were able to accommodate my allergies. I like being in the outdoors seating area for ambiance, but inside is great for more intimate atmosphere. It's a great place for a date or to catch up with friends. I've even come here for happy hour by myself because I was craving their pizzas lol

We stopped in during our Arts District stroll specifically for the wine flight, and it delivered a…read morewell-curated, Italy-leaning experience. The list clearly favors organic and biodynamic producers, which I always appreciate--minimal intervention, letting the terroir and varietal speak without unnecessary manipulation. The flight format was flexible, offering around five selections with the option to choose three pours. I went with a sparkling red, an orange wine, and a white--each bringing its own personality to the table. The sparkling red was lively and slightly unconventional, the orange wine had that textured, skin-contact complexity, and the white rounded things out with a clean, expressive finish. Our server elevated the experience by guiding the tasting order, which made a noticeable difference in how each wine showed. It's always a good sign when the staff understands how to pace a flight rather than just drop it off and walk away. We didn't explore the food menu this time, so I can't speak to the full program, but purely from a wine perspective, it lands at a solid 4 stars for me. The space itself is ideal for a relaxed midday tasting--plenty of seating, with a great outdoor setup. The tall greenery creates a sense of privacy without feeling closed off, making it just as suitable for a casual date as it is for catching up with friends. Honestly, if you've got a flexible workday and don't need to be on camera, this is a pretty perfect spot to post up with a glass and ease into the afternoon.

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Propaganda Wine Bar - Top 50 under 50 LATimes

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Propaganda Wine Bar - Valet parking on Friday & Saturday

Valet parking on Friday & Saturday

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Prime Pizza

Prime Pizza

3.9(554 reviews)
9.2 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown
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Locally owned & operated
Outdoor seating

I was lucky to try Prime Pizza in Little Tokyo because someone wanted takeout from there. My…read moreimpression is the crust strikes a crispy balance on the edges but soft and chewy inside. Every slice I tried was loaded with melted cheese that actually tasted like something but it felt like it was missing flavor. I felt like 1/4 of the flavor was there and the rest was just crust. You could probably have a better experience than me. I had half and half of spicy pepperoni and supreme and nothing disappointed. The sauce has a nice, balanced tang, and you can tell everything is made with quality ingredients. It's the kind of pizza that feels like it was just pulled from the oven.

Finally tried Prime Pizza! I've always driven by it when I'm in LA, and I always see people coming…read morein and out or sitting outside eating. I've always told myself I needed to try it. When I walked in, I went straight to the register and saw they already had slices ready for grab-and-go. I went ahead and ordered two BBQ chicken slices because I was starving already! The staff member who assisted me was very friendly. He let me know about the drink options they have and said the Arnold Palmer option is actually made in-house, which was pretty cool, so I went ahead and ordered it! I got a number, and they said they would bring my food to the table, which is pretty cool because I didn't have to stand around and wait lol. The inside was pretty packed, so thank God for outside seating! Lol. I got my order, and the pizza slices are so big, thin, and perfectly foldable, with a crispy crust and great flavor! I love how balanced each ingredient was. Nothing overpowered anything. Can't wait to come back and try other options!

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Compari's - pizza - Updated May 2026

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