When entering inside of this restaurant, we first noticed the beautiful details in their architecture and design. There's a lot of curves, soft lights, colors, greenery, and texture. Ambience plays a huge role in how you feel in the dining room--Cosetta did it right. The staff is warm and welcoming, making it easier to feel right at home. Kenzie was our server and she made the whole dining experience wonderfully entertaining. We definitely felt like special guests. To start, we had a chicken live mousse. Although it was great, the sourdough definitely stood out. It felt fresh, even when we came close to closing. The yellowtail crudo that our server recommended was the favorite of the two Crudo dishes, but maybe I'm biased because there was SE Asian influence (and I'm Vietnamese). I'm most impressed with the small details in the execution of the dishes. Like how did they make the shell pasta dish crispy, WITHOUT making it dry? How did they make the chicken Milanese so crispy and light? How did they make the pizza so thin, yet not flimsy? Ive dined at over 80 of the LA Time's 101 Top Restaurants and these are the details that make me come back for more. Our party liked everything we ordered. From the smoked mozzarella stick to the Wagyu tri tip. The finishing polenta cake was the blueberry on top (literally had blueberries). Cosetta does a lot of things right--being hospitable and having high standards for their food are just a couple. read more

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I never post. We could have picked any place in the city for Mother's Day. We chose this place because of the reviews, casual environment and we heard everything was food forward. Our reservation was for 2 PM. At 2:15 the manager came over and said we had to put all our orders in, and the kitchen was closing. We were rushed on a Sunday afternoon on Mother's Day. They dropped everything right away to get us out. I took my wife, my daughter and my mother-in-law. My mother-in-law can barely walk so to take her out is a process and something special. I get it. Probably long Sunday for the team. But do not take a 2 PM reservation if you're going to rush people out. It's not fair. My wife wanted a casual lazy Sunday brunch with her mom and her daughter and we were wrapped by 2:45pm. This wasn't right. Especially on a Sunday Mother's Day. We eat all over town. The food was good. Main wait staff was nice. And good ambiance. Drinks and food product is on point. I would like management to reach out and make this up to my wife and mother-in-law. 323-810-2537 read more

What a pleasantly surprising dinner here!! Walked in without a resy for dinner but was able to get a table. The place was full so I'd def recommend booking it ahead of time. For starters, we got the burrata, shrimp scampi, and Caesar salad. The highlights were definitely the shrimp scampi and the salad!! Sooooo delicious. I wanted to dip all my bread in the sauce for scampi. Shrimps were also perfectly cooked. I feel like this could even be a pasta dish lol For main, we got the mushroom pizza which was also super delicious! Definitely one of the best pizza spots around the area. Highly recommend. The vibe for this restaurant is also very nice. Back patio has many tables with heat lamps. Front patio also has lounge chairs to relax in with drinks. The cocktail was also delicious here! Will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Not a bad meal but given the other options for great family style / neighbourhood spots with Italian influence, I wouldn't come back. Both salads we got were great - the chop and the Caesar - great texture flavour and portions everything was fresh and delicious. The chicken Milanese - which was recommended as one of their standout dishes - was disappointing...chewy in parts and the Thai sauce did not really complement the dish. Pasta shells were pretty good, nicely crisped from being baked & a tasty creamy sauce with burrata on top - the Guanciale pizza wasn't bad but kind of dry - even being a sauceless pizza it should still have a little more oil drizzle or something and the base was too dry. Overall just not that memorable a meal - though a nice restaurant and decent vibe read more

Cosetta - Guanciale pizza, shells pasta, chicken Milanese - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Loved loved loved. Seriously. Loved. And let's be real. We can all use more love. Loved the service. Loved the food. Mozzarella sticks. Supreme pizza. Chicken Caesar sandwich. Go with that combo and you'll be in love. Oh and you'll love the interior decor and or patio! Go on a nice sunny day and love that Santa Monica sunshine while you dine! read more

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Ok, you guys redeemed yourself. That Yellowtail Collar with potato salad (a surprising pairing, but works so well!) was one of the best thing I have had in a very long time! The Yellowtail Crudo had a great flavor as well. The menu changes slightly, and I can tell you guys are trying new things, adding some pasta dishes as well. I love it and appreciate it! read more

Cosetta - Yellowtail Crudo - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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It was a restaurant where the ambiance matched the quality of the food. Really good, I like how intimate it was, and food was solid! Pizzas were Neapolitan style which is good, and drinks are strong read more

Cosetta - Pizza - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place has great food and great service!! The pizza was delicious and the ranch was even better. The wings, though pretty spicy, were really tasty and I thought it was a great addition for an app. You can never go wrong with mozzarella sticks and these were top notch--great cheese pull, perfectly fried, great sauce with it. The butter beans were different and I really enjoyed them along with the Chicken Milanese. We did have quite a long wait but that was expected without a reservation, although the host was so friendly and consistently updated us. We ended up waiting around an hour but because our server knew that, he was super accommodating. For the drink, I got 2 margaritas--these were good but nothing to write home about. The vibe inside is perfect, well-lit, updated and modern and I really liked the decor and fixtures. 10/10, recommend this place for casual eats, happy hour with friends, or even date night. read more

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What's great find - fun casual, good for families friends kind of place. Great waiter and staff. Food was delicious! Pizza, pasta, meatballs, salads, all outstanding! A+! Fun and casual too! read more

Cosetta - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I went to this place on a wim, and I'm struggling to find anything wrong with anything about the experience. So it's as simple as that, it's great ambience, great service, and great food. The food reminded me of being in a good Italian place in Vegas, but without the Vegas pricing. Definitely coming back here! read more

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Kind of disappointed with the food here after this place was so hyped up. I came here with my co-workers for happy hour and many of us also shared the same sentiment. Firstly, for drinks I ordered the cannoli negroni and it was alright. The drink was strong, but I did like the sweet candied orange on top which balanced with the drink well. However, the cocktails were small and full of ice which wasn't really worth the price paid for them. For the food, the mozzarella sticks were okay. They weren't anything special and tasted like the ones of the box. I did like the marinara dipping sauce though. The chicken wings were standard and spicy. No complaints really, but they felt like sports bar food. The pizzas were okay, but too salty for my liking. They were also a bit too wet so the toppings just slid right off. I liked the dough, but my co-workers didn't like how many of the parts were burnt. Also, my co-workers and I are fans of pork jowl so when we saw that the guanciale pizza had them, we had to order it. However, we were disappointed since it seemed like they only put bacon on the pizza, not pork jowl. The food wasn't bad here, just disappointing considering the expectations we had for it. Overall, not the best experience here. The ambiance was nice, but the food could've been better. read more

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Excellent pizzas and one of the best chicken caesar salad wraps we've ever had. The butterbeans were also excellent with the fennel and fennel pollen really elevating the dish with texture and a nice bright flavor. They had a large patio perfect for an al fresco lunch and we loved that it was also dog-friendly. read more

Cosetta - Biancoverde and Hawaiian pizzas - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I still think this place is very good based on my first experience during Dine LA Week. But for my second visit I did takeout for lunch and was disappointed. I was excited to try the Stepmother sandwich. The bread is incredibly hard and crunchy and scratches up the top of your mouth. Additionally they offered chips or veggies. The veggies I got were the SADDEST thing ever, just a tiny little cup of two tiny pieces of cauliflower. I'd imagine serving size the potato chips are significantly larger. They also forgot that I said to-go (this was said to both the manager and server). This isnt that big of a problem but it just added on to the long wait time which felt excessive for a sandwich. So overall I think they're still good, but docking off a star from my original review and can't recommend the Stepmother sandwich. read more

Cosetta - Stepmother - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Cosetta is in a modern beige spot with high vaulted ceiling in what looks to be a former bank. While their color palette may be neutral, their food is definitely not. The sauces for their dishes are bursting with flavor. Go there and try their great pizzas and share plates like sand dabs family style. BBQ Maine Lobster: The soul of the dish is the Bagna Cauda Bianca, which is sort of like a fondue of olive oil, melted anchovies, garlic, and cream. It becomes a silky and creamy sauce that you'll want to sop everything with (or drink it from the plate?) The meat is scooped out of the head and replaced with risotta. Yes, dear reader, you read that correctly. The shell is filled with a rich and smooth lobster risotto topped with melted cheese. The only problem is the dish you could use a lot more risotto. They've also made a chili crisp sauce out of smoky Calabrian chilies. You'll get your hands a bit dirty while cracking the claw and tail, but it's worth it. Use the lobster as a mop to soak up the sauces. The more you sop, the more the flavors of the sauces intermingle. Use the delicious crusty bread to soak up the test of the sauce and make little lobster roll bites. Parking: There's a lot next door and they validate at the front. By the way, their front door faces the lot, not the street. read more

What a lovely Italian spot on ocean park. We were blown away with the pricing as well! The pizza was the star of the show as it had beautiful leoparding with a crispy exterior while maintaining an incredibly soft and chewy interior. The peanut butter budino was also incredible!!! read more

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Every single dish was delicious. My favorite was the chicken Milanese,the Asian twist on the flavors was incredibly unique and memorable. The steak was cooked perfectly, and the handmade sourdough bread was excellent. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and the outdoor deck area was absolutely beautiful. Overall, a fantastic dining experience. read more

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Food was great and service too. The quality was exceptional but it's a pretty pricey for a "small" pizza. Still recommend for special occasions. Don't like the 4% Health Tax so I probably won't go back. read more

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I will be craving and thinking of cosetta very often! Went for the first time this weekend and had such an amazing time. The staff was super sweet and accommodating- especially for family (and they have plenty of family restrooms)! Our server John was such a good time and made our experience so much better! It's all about the banter! We ordered the popular items of the menu and I can definitely see why they are so popular. We ordered : Cosetta Caesar, chicken milanesi, guanciale pizza and chicken liver with toast. Literally everything was AMAZING! The Caesar was literally the best Caesar salad I've had this year and I really can't stop thing about the chicken milanesi. There was so much Thai flavor and so crispy..it was to die for. And the guanciale pizza... wow... literally was heaven. Make sure to add some chili oil on it to take it to the next level! Can't wait ti come back for round 2! read more

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Came in on a Sunday night as a walk-in, around 7 pm. We were quoted a half hour wait so we decided to grab a few drinks at the bar. I was really impressed with the cocktail program. The drinks were exceptional, really felt the intentionality of the menu and thought both drinks we ordered, the Margherita and the Cervo, were amazing. Loved the outdoor fire-pit, was a nice distraction for my two kids while waiting on our table. Once we were seated everything was great from start to finish. Service was great. Some highlight items, the mozzarella stick were insane, peel and eat shrimp and pizza were excellent. Loved that they had a kids menu, both my kids had the spaghetti with red sauce and inhaled it. Was really a breath of fresh air to eat at a nice restaurant that is so family friendly. What can I say other than I will be back! Might come back sooner than later just to have another cocktail! read more

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Ambiance: We visited Cosetta on a Friday without a reservation and waited about 20 mins. They have a waiting area with a fire pit which was very nice. The restaurant is a bit small, mainly outdoor seating and a handful of tables inside and bar seating. Service was amazing, our servers and bussers were attentive and prioritized cleanliness! They wiped down our table inbetween the appetizers and entrees and replaced our cutlery. The attention to detail was great. Food: We ordered the Albacore and mozzarella sticks for apps and they were both delicious, the raw albacore sauce had hints of Thai-like spices which was surprising! The Caesar salad was flavorful and had whole anchovies in it, my boyfriend wasn't a fan but I thought it was good. However, they are pretty heavy handed on the salad dressing, which made it hard for us to finish. The Funghi town Pizza was amazing. It came with a side of chili oil and ranch which made it all the better. This was our favorite. Parking: It is in a gated parking lot and they provide validation. read more

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We recently visited Cosetta during the day and left feeling a bit disappointed. Mostly because we hadn't researched the menu carefully enough, but our server also took some time to warm up, and I was a bit taken aback to see 3 extra charges just for dressing. The space is gorgeous though, with a design and ambiance that clearly had a lot of care put into it. I'm still curious enough to come back for dinner and try the Scallop and Bluefin Tartare. For lunch, we tried the Chicken Wings Alla Buffalo NY, Potato Chips, Cosetta Caesar, Stepmother, and Funghi Town. read more

The food is delicious here. We had the shrimp toast, sand dabs, pizza, the lasagna made with bone marrow ( a special of the day) and everything was fresh, hot and love the pizza. For dessert we got the polenta cake topped with blueberry sauce-a very nice ending. Our server was very nice, efficient and helpful and it was busy on a Thursday night. They have heated patio seating and indoor is very lively with a nice bar. Definitely will be back read more

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Must order is the Cesar salad. The crunch along with all of the pieces of fresh Parmesan so good. The dressing was also standout. The mozzarella sticks were good as well. Pizza was good but not amazing. I would want to go back and try the white top one though next time. Very nice ambiance and service was good. Highly recommend for an elevated pizza night with some cocktails and wine. read more

Cosetta - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I absolutely LOVED trying Cosetta for the first time! I can't wait to come back. Beautiful ambiance, parking?! Can you even believe it??? The food isn't reinventing the wheel on anything, but their Italian food is absolutely well executed and done so tasty. From a cold and flavorful cesar salad, raw yellowtail crudo, delicious pizzas on amazing crusts, to that half lobster main stuffed with risotto and calabrian chilis?! I couldn't pick my favorite! Service was excellent and friendly. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Great atmosphere. Friendly wait staff. Hats off to John!!! Pepperoni pizza was great. Guys, they have cup pepperoni!!! This should and will be the new Sunset Park hangout. read more

I heard about this newly-opened Italian place in Santa Monica on Eater and I'm always keen to try a new pizza place, so my husband and I came here on a Sunday evening in May. First off, the location is kind of weird in a business park, though they have a dedicated carpark which is nice. It was pretty busy when we arrived around 6 pm and the first thing my husband observed when we got here was that the place was full of kids. Ambiance is airy and pleasant with strong coastal California vibes. They had a range of pizzas and pastas on the menu. We ordered three dishes to share between us: the dumpling salad, the Caesar salad, and the Hawaiian sunrise pizza. Everything was fine but nothing was amazing. My husband complained after the food was very average. Service was friendly and efficient. Would not recommend or come back here based on this experience. read more

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Came here for the pizza, but left with so much more. Stopped by for an early dinner on Sunday. Ambiance indoors is modern warm colors, and outdoor patio space with heaters and fireplace. The crowd was mixed, from date night, to family dinners, and friend get togethers. They have 2hour parking validation in their lot & meter parking on the street. We ordered: Kampachi & Scallops to start 5/5 (so much flavor wow) Italian dumpling salad and mozzarella sticks (great options if you love cheese) the mozzarella sticks were freshly made, lively seasoning and the dumpling salad was unique and delicious with a chili onion crunch in every bite. Funghi town pizza and the Lo Spagnolo Ricco ( uni butter/ Spanish clams) I am a mushroom girl and the funghi pizza exceeded expectations!! The uni butter on the Lo Spagnolo Ricco was delicious; however, it was a unique taste I wasn't expecting. The clams come on the side & overall it was one of the most unique things I have tried, so if you're feeling a bit adventurous, go for it! For dessert we got the chocolate peanut butter budino, our server described it as a deconstructed snickers bar- the perfect explanation as it tasted exactly like that. This paired with a decaf cappuccino was the night cap. Loved the ambiance, the service, and the food. Will definitely be back. Cheers! read more

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The parking lot is situated in a larger business park and I LOVE not having to fight for parking or worry about street parking availability. The decor is so tasteful and cute. It's giving a little bit of white lotus / Bali / Island vibes and we love it. For the patio area they have plenty of warming fixtures so I'm sure even when it's cold it's comfortable. Today the weather was absolutely perfect so sun or shade were both comfortable on the patio / covered garden area. We came around 11:30 and they took us early relative to our reservation. I overhead they have just been doing lunch for a few days but they have a lovely selection of lunch items. We took advantage of the Dine LA 2025 special menu and enjoyed every bite! The sandwich is flavorful and packs a small punch of spice and vinegar sourness but is rounded well with the thick and crispy bread. The soup and accompanying focaccia paired nicely with cute little peppers on the surface--the soup was hearty and thick. The mozzarella sticks I'm normally not a big fan of but these were not so huge to be overpowering or overwhelming but still a great balance of crispy savory and had a great crust. The pizza was our favorite, the crust has that classic smoky flavor but was not too thin or too thick--truly in the Goldilocks zone of pizza crusts! Finally, the affogato was splendid--they gave us one decaf and one caf and also offered to make it boozy... we didn't this time, but sounds like a fun option! The ice cream texture was wonderful and the portion was just right to finish off our meal. A small note is I love how they arranged the bathrooms. Several bathroom options in the hallway and made very good use of the space by putting the sinks in the hallway. Everything was decorated and furnished well. Thanks to the host and to Wesley for taking good care of us, we loved our raffle prize and will be enjoying it for dinner! read more

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Been here A few times including opening night. The ambience and decor is very well thought out and inviting. The energy is always lively and it's definitely a bustling place. The chicken liver mouse is a favorite, and the bread is amazing. I've only had the pizza once but it was tasty. There's an outdoor space, an indoor dining room and a bar. It definitely gets a little busy so be prepared to wait a bit. Overall I would go back and try other items. The drinks were good the staff and bartenders are all friendly and energized. I do recommend this spot. They also validate parking but you'll still have to pay a fee. read more

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I'm always excited to try a new restaurant. My thoughts on this welcome addition to the Ocean Park office complex are as follows. What I liked: - The toppings on the Hawaiian pizza were an outstanding combo. This was not your Domino's version by any means. Especially loved the combination of the thinly sliced pineapple and jalapenos - spicy! And I appreciated that the tomato sauce was not overwhelming. - The combination of ingredients on the biancoverde pizza - My daughter was able to find a drink she liked - Shirley Temple. Sometimes this is the deciding factor as to whether we can go to a restaurant again - Lovely spacious patio Opportunities for improvement: - The cheese on the biancoverde was browned and as it cooled it became thick and kind of stringy. Some people may like this but it's not my thing. The crust was also a bit on the thick side for my taste. For the price, I much prefer Pizzana, but if you like being able to hold a pizza in one hand without having to fold it, you may like Cosetta - Chocolate peanut butter budino lacked the amazing mouthfeel that you get with the butterscotch budino at Mozza. I also wasn't a huge fan of the pretzels or olive oil in the dish, and the peanuts could have used a little dressing up - perhaps a toffee coating - The cushions were stained and filthy - There was a trail of ants crawling along the wall that served as the backing to our seats read more

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Ugh I loved our visit to Cosetta so much... I made a reservation for a Sunday afternoon and we were able to sit on the patio. Admittedly, it was pretty close to closing time so that's probably why it was super empty. We were sat really quickly and we were to hangout with our dog on the patio. Parking is super easy - you can park in the lot behind the restaurant and they'll validate your parking for up to two hours. We didn't realize we came in during Dine LA week so we were able to enjoy their 3 course meal for $35 per person. We ordered the both options for the appetizers, then the pepparazi pizza, chopped chicken salad, and lastly the affogatos for dessert. Each item was so so good. We got the mozzarella sticks which were perfectly crispy and crunchy with a soft interior for the cheese. We also ordered the zuppa with the garlic bread foccacia. The soup was also vegan which was a pleasant surprise for its flavor. I added the chili oil to it as well and added more flavor. The pizza was a really good pizza. It was one of my favorites for fancier pizza - a perfectly puffy fluffy crust with savoury salty toppings. The salad was good too with a nice vinegary flavor and fresh vegetables. The affogato was a lovely ending to our meal with the perfect pairing of strong espresso and sweet ice cream. Eating outside on their beautiful patio and just relaxing before the work week began was so ideal - we will definitely come back for the double punch of food and atmosphere. read more

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Reservation needed. Crowded! Table on the patio. Very ample room. Great noise level - lively but you can converse easily. Fun vibe. Outstanding service. Food is DELICIOUS. Servings are large'ish. The chicken liver mousse looks simple, but it it light and flavorful. The bread is chewy and earthy. We had to stop eating it to save room. The very ample hamachi pieces cover a ratatouille, which is an interesting combination but it works! YUM. The salad is HUGE. Very tasty with fresh anchovies on top. Could have used a few more of those. The pizza is a decent size. Quality and fresh ingredients. You can't go wrong. An absolutely delightful evening at Cosetta. Highly recommend. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I went to Cosetta for the second time with a friend, and we had such a nice time! It was decorated for the holidays which was such a sweet touch. Our waitress suggested we order something like 6 dishes to share, which we thought would be way too much food. Thankfully, we decided on just the chop salad and a pizza. Both were very tasty, and the salad portion was enormous! We ended up taking home some of the pizza (we ordered the pepperazzi) and it was so yummy. I got to the restaurant early and had a glass of wine at the bar, which was very nice. The absolute best part? There is PARKING! And they validate! read more

I think the concept of Cosetta is great! It's really cozy, amazing aesthetics, and the experience that we get was really fun. You can tell people really like coming here. The service is pretty well run as well. I just have some gripes about the menu and cost. The food is pretty decent, we ordered the Caesar salad, two pizzas, and a steak. I think everything except for the steak is just okay, they're made well but something wasn't connecting for me to really give a wow factor. Then the pizza came and they asked if we wanted ranch and chili crisps and we were like sure! But it ended up on the bill for an extra $2 and $4 respectively and I think that is what incensed me a little bit. I felt a bit blindsided and it kind of ruined my experience. The steak was definitely really good though, and our table ate it up really quickly whereas we would stare at the last bite for the other dishes. Overall I think this place is probably fine for a date night, it's just that be prepared to have your wallet cry a little. I think the value proposition is like not as amazing as it could be but if that's not your concern then I think this place definitely is a go to. read more

Cosetta - Pizza - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place is booming with business. We arrived at 6:30 on a Friday night. There was a wide variety of customers: hipsters, families with small children, and older couples. We got bread with butter, tuna tartare, Cesar salad, and Marguerite pizza and mushroom pizza. The bread and Cesar salad and tuna tartare were excellent, especially the Cesar salad, which I would go back for. The pizza was good but it didn't blow my socks off. Service was excellent, servers went out of their way to accommodate, so I will give them 5 stars just for that. Place was kind of noisy indoors, I think I might try the patio next time. read more

TLDR: the pizza is banging and recommended if that's the only thing you're going for. Everything else is good (not great, not worse). Reservations can be made on Resy sans deposit. They have street parking that's free after 6pm. Lots of outdoor heated seating, some indoor and plenty bar seats. I think everyone makes a reservation, I didn't see any walk ins or wait on a Friday evening. We tried the supreme veg pizza sans mushroom and my partner loved it! We also had sand dabs and a side of broccolini and spinach. Those were alright. I liked that there was no salt in the breading or veg but people may not appreciate the lack of seasoning. Drinks are mid (3/5) - cannoli negroni doesn't feel like or have a pronounced character described in the menu (ricotta wash) and the cervo (bourbon ginger) was refreshing but not unique or mind-blowing. It's $18 so at that price point it needs to be phenomenal. Cheesecake was ok, felt like a rigid panna cotta texture. Patio was heated but it was a hot day and servers were constantly turning it off and on to balance which is so kind of them! Service was great,no complaints. Overall 4/5. read more

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Trendy vibes are unexpectedly housed in a business park here at Cosetta! Once you navigate the parking, surrounded by dull rectangular office buildings, you will happen upon a classy, stylish joint offering Italian food in an upscale setting. The menu consists of bread and accompaniments, a mostly raw bar, small plates, salads, pizza, large plates and I Milanesi. My friend and I shared the Caesar salad, Buratta dumplings and Guanciale pizza. The Caesar was quite delicious, well dressed with anchovy fillets and a generous array of chicory, romaine and cheese. The burrata dumplings came on a bed of spicy arugula, but were a bit bland and one note. The Guanciale pizza leaned on the salty side, but the crust was thin and flavorful. I enjoyed the pork jowl, which was tender and thinly sliced. I couldn't taste the pollen though over the salt. As for cocktails, we tried the Cervo, a ginger forward bourbon cocktail that was nicely balanced and not too sweet. Loved it. Next time I'll be sure to come early for the weekday happy hour from 4 to 5 PM. They have a fire pit that will be lovely on a summer night. The website also states that they'll be serving lunch eventually and I'm looking forward to that! read more

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With no reservations available online we called to see if they could seat walk-ins (in 10 minutes time); we were told there were two seats (they could not reserve) at the bar, which were still there when we wandered in on Saturday night at 6:30. Loud, lively open space. The crowd ranged from families with small children to significantly older couples. The menu (which I'd only given a cursory glance beforehand) was standard, nothing unusual or notable. The $21 bluefin tartar on a was fine, but the ossobuco aioli added little to no flavor. The $22 Biancoverde Pizza with basil, spinach, cheeses and garlic had nice texture and flavor. We genuinely liked it, but agreed we wouldn't race back for it. Our bourbon could not be tasted in our "cervo" cocktail; the other flavors just overwhelmed it. Not a bad place, but nothing terribly exciting. I'm sure this a great additional for the locals; but not a place I'd seek out... instead I'd go if I happen to be in the area. read more

Cosetta... not ready for prime time. So we ordered a Caesar, the smoky mozzarella sticks, a mushroom pizza and the Thai Checca Chicken Milanesi. The Caesar was very good. Lots of texture and a wonderful dressing. The mozzarella sticks were good, not great. Like, how are these not amazing? I though the pizza would be like Sotto but it was dry, cracker like and paper thin. The crust is super dry. Not sure why he went in this direction when this chef is capable of making the best pizza in the world. The Milanesi was the best part of the meal. But it was timed so poorly by the time we got it, we were full. There are a lot of people scurrying around, but no one checks on you are makes eye contact so you can't get anyone's attention. I finally was able to tell the waitress that it was weird getting the chicken so late and she said "oh". In the end we had to ask the busboy for the check. Don't think I'll go running back! read more

Cosetta - Mushroom Pizza - Super thin and the crust is dry. - Italian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Food is pretty good! Appetizer was not as oily as I expected and not fishy. Pizza was good but the service was so slow the pizza wasn't super hot. The waitress never came over one time for 25 mins and I had to flag a bus boy to ask for the waitress. She still never came and I think the manager may have come by to take the order. Bear the end of the 2 hour meal she came by with the check and when I asked again the bus boy for a box. Honestly the food is good and ambiance is cute but the wait staff is horrible... no apology for the slow service or not ever coming by. Need improvement for sure Parking lot is nice by only free for 2 hours and service is very slow so you could end up paying. May be better to meter park! read more

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