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DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana

4.4 (2k reviews)
ModeratePizza, Italian
Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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HOT HONEY PEPPERONI DOPPIO
Mindy Z.

06/06/26 Saturday Pizzeria specializing in Naples style pizza. We arrived around 3:45 PM with a party of 8 and had no issues with seating. They have three rooms of seating and half of them were occupied by diners even at this non peak hour between lunch and dinner. We ordered 6 different pizzas to share. We requested they cut it in 12 pieces but they forgot for some of the pizzas. My favorites were the lasagna, funghi, and shrimp pesto in this order specifically. Something about the ricotta with the tomato sauce and sausage + basil really got me. It was also less salty than all the other pizzas. There were only 3 leaves of basil though. I think adding maybe a handful more would make this pizza more complete. The funghi was really rich in umami and also less salty among the pizzas. The Shrimp pesto was a little too salty. The shrimp paired well with the pesto, like a pasta dish. I loved that we could see them make and put the pizzas into the stone ovens. They have some complimentary toppings on the side for folks to grab. My favorites were the garlic and roasted garlic. They didn't restock on the basil. Seems like a pattern. Parking was plentiful. Prices are reasonable. Pizzas came out pretty quick.

Joseph Raymond V.

I'm not usually a fan of Neapolitan-style pizza, but the pizza here was tasty. The atmosphere was nice, and I'd come back. It seems like a great place to watch a game, have a beer, and enjoy some pizza.

IL MAIALE "THE PIG"
Ohmar G.

This is the pizza place you take your Italian friends when they miss Italy. The pizza craftsmen use top shelf ingredients and fresh dough right to you. My tip: go for lunch with some friends and get a variety of lunch specials so you can find your XL favorite for future dinners. The staff are so friendly but the pizza makers at DeSano's have my devotion! Also, can't beat great parking and super clean facility in Los Angeles.

Kitchen down in hall
Al L.

Delicious pizza in an area that I wasn't expecting. It's a simple pizzeria. The ingredients are shipped from Italy from my understanding. Service is fast , you get your number from the order and they bring out your food. There are a couple of TVs so the World Cup matches were on, and there is a lot of space. Great place for groups , they do have smaller tables for couples. They have a variety of drinks to choose from and they have a large parking area adjacent so it's easy. Order to go or dine in Definitely a great pizza restaurant

Mitchell L.

Dined in with a group of 10 people on 6/6/26 around 3:00 PM. Plenty of space and big tables for a group. I did come here a year ago, but now they made the pizzas better this time!! Parking: Plenty of space They have toppings on the side and the minced and cooked garlic was so bomb! You need to add that to your pizza! We ordered 6 pizzas. 1. San Gennard - 4/5, peppers and sausage was tasty! 2. Desano - 4/5, mozzarella and the big pieces of pepperoni was tasty! 3. Lasagna - 4/5, good amount of cheese with the smashed meatballs. The ricotta is delicious! 4. Shrimp Pesto Pizza - 4.5/5, really good pizza the shrimp balances the pizza with the refreshing taste and cheese. This is my favorite! 5. Hot Honey pepperoni doppio - 4/5, the hot honey wasn't too hot. I wished it had a little more kick, but still tasty. 6. Funghi e Salsicca - 4.5/5, you cannot go wrong with mushroom on the pizza!!! This and shrimp pesto are highly recommended!

ITALIAN CHOPPED
Pharaoh M.

Where do I even begin... I was confused before I even walked in. You park, and you're greeted by two random red doors--no , no labels, just vibes. I genuinely wondered if there was a main entrance somewhere else. Then I saw a couple people walk through the right door and thought, "That has to be the employee entrance"... but nope, they didn't look like staff. So I followed. Faith over fear, I guess. You walk into the first room to order, but I came to dine in. I spotted some picnic-style tables through the window and figured I was in the right place. After ordering, you're sent through this dimly lit dining area into a larger dining area. You grab a table, drop your number, and wait. Now here's where it gets... interesting. I look around and see cups, metal plates, and jugs of water just sitting out. I'm thinking, "Am I... supposed to serve myself?" Slightly confused, slightly concerned about the whole setup. But I'm hungry, and I'm definitely not eating a salad with my hands like a caveman, so I grab utensils from what I'll call the "figure it out yourself" station. Let's talk food. Italian chopped salad - 1/5This salad defeated me. No matter how hard I tried, my fork simply refused to stab the lettuce. Texture aside, the flavor was overwhelming--way too much balsamic glaze. It felt like everything was tossed together, drenched, and presented as a masterpiece. It was... not. Bianca pizza - 2/5White pizza with ricotta, made with what I assume is 00 flour. Sounds promising, right? Unfortunately, it wasn't even hot--more like it had been sitting for a bit. Mind you, there were only two other people there. At this point, the theme of the experience became clear: confusion and assumption. I went on a mission to find something--anything--to elevate the pizza. Hot sauce? Nope. Had to ask through the window to the front ordering area, and I was pointed to a "spicy oil" on the table... which wasn't spicy. Alongside it: olive oil, Parmesan, chili flakes, napkins--basically a DIY station again. Needed a box? Same story. Ask, get pointed somewhere, go find it yourself. I stopped in because I've seen people call this one of the best pizza spots in Los Angeles. That's going to be a hard no from me. I can easily name at least three Italian spots that do it better. Honestly... I almost hate to say it, but I'd take Papa John's or Domino's over this experience. Would I return or even order to go? That's a no for me, dawg. Does this place have potential? Absolutely.It's a huge space with a cool concept--it just needs a reworked menu and a clearer system. Maybe even full service. That said, it could work well for large groups... just don't come expecting top-tier pizza.

LASAGNA
Rayanna B.

Very good pizza and also love how spacious everything is from the parking lot to the inside of the restaurant. All the staff are so friendly except for the lady taking the orders in the front. Maybe we just caught her on a bad day but it's a bit of a turn off when the first person you see inside the establishment is giving you the vibe like she works a miserable job.

MARINARA
Ale M.

An honest review: Genuinely impressed by how beautifully balanced and flavorful the pizza was. The crust struck a great balance between char and chew: crisp at the edges, tender within, with a subtle smokiness that carried a distinct hint of ash in every bite. The marinara (bright and well seasoned) on both the "Marinara" and the "Americana" complemented the dough, the cheese, and toppings perfectly. And while I found myself wishing the pizza were slightly larger for the price, it's difficult to fault the evident quality of the ingredients and the execution. Truly, the craftsmanship is unmistakable, and that alone justifies much of the cost. The restaurant itself offers a spacious "seat yourself" area, and the staff bring the food directly to your table. From the dining room, you can watch the ovens (seemingly imported from Italy) at work, adding a sense of theater to the experience. Most impressive of all, the pizza arrived to our table in under 10 minutes. Parking: there is a large parking lot on-site, making the visit convenient from start to finish. Some quotes shared at the table: "This isn't pizza, this is art." "It just tastes so pure." "When I die, I want this with me in heaven... or in hell with the ovens." "We're coming here for your birthday."

LN HOT HONEY PEPPERONI DOPPIO Meatball calzone
Nicolas J.

Definitely one of the better pizza spots I've had. Tried the hot honey pepperoni which is WORTH THE BUY. In a crazy part of LA navigation so traffic getting here was a nightmare but pizza was phenomenal. Got a meatball calzone as well to try since I was between the two and the calzone was rather disappointing. Pizza was so good I almost ate the whole thing myself, the calzone sorry to say I wouldn't get again at least not the meatball one. They offered gelato, I'll definitely try that in a future visit. Large parking lot. Service was kinda quick. I got my pizza first my calzone came minutes later.

Tiff E.

This review is solely based on to go. Got a couple of pizzas: Margherita DOP, Original Carnevale and Desano. I enjoyed them all. I also like how they provided instructions on how to reheat the pizzas and I followed it. It was pretty good. I believe that if I dine in instead of ordering to go, it would have tasted much better.

Steven T.

This might be my new favorite Neapolitan pizza spot. Casual ordering--you grab a number and find a table. Plenty of seating with bench-style tables, and the place has a cool factory/brewery vibe. Huge menu, so the hardest part is deciding what to get, but everything sounds good. They also have a solid beer selection with pitchers, sangria, and even gelato. Came with a group of 8 on a Saturday around 6:30 PM. There was no wait to order or find a table. Staff was chill and friendly, and food came out fast. We shared a bunch of pizzas, a calzone, and the meatball appetizer, all packed with flavor. The crust of the pizza was the highlight. It was a perfect balance of chewy and crunchy with great flavor. Favorites were the Funghi and Lasagna pizzas. I really like how open the space is and you can watch them cook in the huge kitchen. Water and to-go boxes are self-serve. It's dog- and kid-friendly, and there is a huge parking lot with plenty of spots (extremely rare for LA, especially in east Hollywood). Definitely worth the drive. I'll be back.

Jap O.

I've driven past this place many times and always thought it looked interesting, so I finally stopped by with a friend. We each ordered our own pizza. I visited on a weekday, and the restaurant wasn't very busy. Even so, the pizzas took quite a while to arrive. It may be because they make each pizza fresh to order, but I'm not entirely sure. As for the taste, I thought it was decent but fairly standard--nothing particularly memorable or unique. That said, if you're curious about the place, I think it's still worth trying. It's a nice spot to sit back, enjoy a drink, and have a relaxed conversation with friends.

Margherita Pizza D.O.P. With extra basil
Cydney M.

GOOD PIZZA & WINE ================= My husband and I decided to venture out of our neighborhood for lunch last Sunday, September 28th, and I am glad we did. My hair stylist recommended DeSano Pizza Bakery because her boyfriend is from Italy and is a bit of an Italian food snob. I thought my husband would like it since he is a bit of a food snob in general. He never reads my Yelp reviews so don't be concerned for me lol. It seemed like a long way from home, but it was only about ten miles, so it was a breeze getting there on a Sunday. We arrived at about 11:25 a.m. and the outside looked like a ghost town. The parking lot was locked and there were no cars inside. I thought maybe they weren't open, so we pulled over and called. They were open and they just needed to open the gate. It is nice that they have a big parking lot, especially in that area where parking is scarce. We walked in and the overhead menu display and beverage options are well laid out. We decided to get the margherita pizza with a little more cheese. It's called Nap Margherita D.O.P.. D.O.P. stands for Denominiazione di Origine Proteta, which is Italian for Protected Designation of Origin. The other version is called a Nap Margherita Classica VPN. which stands for Verace Pizza Napoletana. This means this restaurant has been certified in making their pizzas according to specific, centuries old traditions from Naples Italy. I was thrilled that they had lots of options for wine and those options didn't break the bank. I got two good glasses of Malbec for $8.00 each and I was a happy camper. My husband opted for their canned Diet Coke. He's a Diet Pepsi drinker and we actually had one in the car for his majesty. Trust me. I have learned my lesson after thirty something years. Our pizza came out so quickly I barely had time to sit down. There were some kids at the next table over making their own pizzas which looked fun. Our pizza was very good. I ate some of the cold leftovers the next day as I love cold pizza too. I would love to organize a Yelp hike again at the Griffith Park Observatory and go to DeSano for lunch. That would be perfect.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the authentic Neapolitan pizza, fresh, high-quality ingredients, and casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Service is generally friendly and fast.

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Do u need a reservation?

No.

Do you make white clam pizza?

I don't believe I saw any clams There are ways for you to build your own pizza but it's all meat or veggies

How many servings is the 12"? And 16"?

12" = 1 guy 16" = 1 fat guy

Are you back open for indoor dining?

Yes, they are! :)

When will indoor dining start again?

Indoor dining is open!

I noticed you now offer gluten free crust. Can you share the ingredients?

I was at DeSano's last night and was informed that their gluten-free crust is made out of rice and is $3 as an add-on to a regular pizza. I think that they said brown rice but you would have to double check to confirm.

Have they shut down the Santa Monica Blvd location?

We are open only for pick up or delivery through our partners; doordash, postmates, grubhub, caviar or uber eats.

They were closed up when I drove past last weekend and no one is answering the phone tonight. Where'd they go?

Just had some delicious dine in pizza July 31,2021

Any updates on the parking lot under construction? I've assumed customers are supposed to street park, but we just haven't gone since it started.

When we ate their, they had a small parking lot open (maybe 10-12 spaces) directly east of the building and on the same property. I don't recall seeing one under construction but if you didn't get a spot in the lot there was the street parking.

Have you added gluten free pizza/menu items?

Hello Brittany. Though we don't have a gluten-free crust as of now, we do have plenty of items on the menu that are gluten-free. I would recommend the Caprese for Two or one of the salads. We are experimenting with a gluten-free crust, but are… 

Do you have any amber, red and/or craft beer?

Hello Amber, and thank you for your question. As of now, our beer menu holds the following selection; Angel City IPA, Bootlegger's Old World Hefeweizen, Laganita's Pilsner, 805, Union Jack IPA, Black Butte Porter, Blue Moon, Angry Orchard, Peroni,… 

Can you order individual slices?

Our apologies, we do not do slices. It just doesn’t work for Napoletana style (thin crust) pizza.

Does anyone know if they use egg in the dough? My son has an anaphylactic allergy to egg. Thanks!

The dough is made from flour, water, yeast and sea salt only. Absolutely no egg.

Will I be served a pizza that was baked IN THE OVEN for 90 seconds or less when the doors are open at 11:30AM? I've been to too many "Neapolitan" pizzerias where the ovens are NOT at full temp until evening.

Yes, we can cook the pizza in 90 seconds. We open at 11:30 am and the ovens are ready to go at 11:30 am.

Do you have gluten free pizza?

No gluten free pizza. However, we are working on more gluten free options. We do have salads and platters like the anti pasto or the caprese for two.

Does DeSano offer BYOB? If so, what is the corkage charge? Thank you.

$10 corkage fee

Is it still BYO? Is there a corkage fee?

You're allowed two regular bottles of wine per party/group- and we charge a 10$ corkage fee per bottle.

Do you show NFL games?

Yes we do.

Do they deliver? We're in the Silver Lake hills...

You can get our pizza through Chow Now

I'm coming to town from Las Vegas next month and thinking of doing a small gender reveal/belated birthday for my 2 yr old with close friends. Would this be a good place space and volume wise to have a small gathering?

Yes! We have two rooms to reserve for a capacity of 24 guests. Give us a call so we could reserve your event.

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2.6 mi•Echo Park
•$$$

We went last night for the first time to celebrate my birthday as it's around the corner from our…read morefavorite pizza place Quartersheets. What a great small restaurant with a fantastic buzz. No detail is overlooked. Beautiful design -- reminds me of what your Italian grandma's dining room would look like if she had great taste. We took a Lyft since the parking situation is tough (but there is a paid lot down the street) and we were running late.I called and left message that we were running 15 minutes late and they got my voicemail and they were great about. Table was available right away. Cocktails were impressive - and we started with a dirty martini and a Negroni blanco. The garlic bread made with Bub & Grandma's bread is a clear winner. Our server Emerson was top notch and steered us through the menu and drinks and was informative and friendly as very professional. When he'd walk through dining room, he was scanning to see if anyone was trying to catch his eye. And when I did he came right over. None of this look straight ahead stuff I sometimes see when it's a busy night. You can get out of Donna's for a reasonable price if you stick to garlic bread, salad and one of their excellent pasta dishes (5 of the dishes are in the $25-$28 range). We splurged and got the scampi (from France) what a sauce, truffle gnocchi, amazing chicken Marsala with amazing mushroom sauce $32) and the Cesar salad was delicious and not mailed in. We ordered 1 dessert (panna cotta with pistachio brittle and fresh figs) and they brought a tiramisu and tiny glasses of their own limoncello out on the house. We also tried 1 glass of their special vermouth since we are vermouth lovers. A++++ experience all round and it was a high level of ingredients and food -- chef and his team are top notch. I now need to find out who's the chef in that kitchen because they've built an excellent team. Donna's slyly calls itself just a "red sauce Italian restaurant" but I'd say that's a real understatement...and I think it's a great date night or small group place because it's intimate and you can hear your table partners talk. I don't recall any music playing - just the warm brown background noise of fun conversation. We ate early (my preference these days) and if you don't see any openings for reservations, ask Resy to give you an alert -- you'll get notified when reservations open up. Emerson said they always hold some tables for walk ins. PS -- I normally don't leave such long reviews, but I have some friends who are chefs and who own restaurants - and when I see other Yelp reviews where someone leaves a one star because the hostess was allegedly rude when everything else is great -- I just hate to see how it can affect a restaurant. I have no relationship with this restaurant at all. I don't know any anyone who works in it or owns any part of it, but I just don't like to see people abuse the reviews -- the restaurant business is tough as it is. And as someone who has worked downtown and driven through Echo Park for 30 years - I think Donna's is a great addition to Echo Park.

I would say the food is about a 6/10 but the service is a 10/10. The food is a bit too salty and it…read moreseemed like a common note across multiple neighboring tables. The highlight was definitely the Fusili ala vodka pasta, though we asked for well-cooked rather than al dente and it was still pretty al dente. There is ample street parking in and around the place but it is in a bit of a sketchy area, so be careful. The garlic bread is made of sourdough and it comes with a lot of cheese, which makes it even more sour. The tomato risotto is a 4/10 - it just tasted like cheese and the broccolini is a 6/10 - its pretty unflavorful and uncooked. We ended the night with a shot of limoncello and that was the perfect palette cleanser.

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Donna's - Bar area.

Bar area.

Donna's - Vodka pasta

Vodka pasta

Donna's - Broccolini

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Broccolini

Mother Wolf

Mother Wolf

4.1(1.5k reviews)
2.0 mi•Hollywood
•$$$$

We had such an incredible dinner experience here while celebrating a birthday…read more Note: To get a reservation, use Resy and book two weeks out (you can book 9 am pst thirteen days before the reservation date). Their advice is to share plates. For starters, we chose the focaccia, meatballs (not pictured) and suppli al telefono. The suppli al telefono was incredible and you cannot find that in most restaurants. The staff kindly explained they recommend 5 dishes for a group of three. So for the mains we ordered the cacio e Pepe and wild boar pasta (not pictured). The wild boar sauce is delicious. I am glad we balanced that arguably heavier dish out with the cacio e Pepe (which was light and flavorful). The sommelier also stopped by the table to introduce himself and is happy to pair wine with your meal. This is a great spot for a celebration or meal before a show/concert.

I was unfortunately very underwhelmed by the food and overall experience. I had high hopes as I…read morepicked this restaurant to celebrate my husband's birthday. We drove from Orange county in about 2-3 hour traffic and made it on time on the dot. We still had to wait about 10 minutes for our table. The ambiance looked very romantic in the pictures but it was alright. I asked for the best view/table and we got sat next to where the waiters put the orders in. Service was pretty stale. Been here no? Okay what would you like to order. Puts the order in. No real presence in it. Didn't even bring the birthday desert that we ordered, the busser did. Which is fine but just seemed so irrelevant that was came here to celebrate a birthday. I think we saw the busser more than the waiter. We got the oxtail meatballs, and I forgot the name but it's the risotto fried balls, focaccia, and we shared a carbonara and a tiramisu. I'm sorry but everything was very bland and mid. Needed to order butter for the bread and it didn't help much. I've dined at a lot of different restaurants and my carbonara I make at home with cut bacon strips tasted the same as carbonara here. It was essentially a bowl of egg with noodles barely any parm and cut strips of fried bacon. The tiramisu we ordered for the birthday desert was pulled out of a fridge, and tasted store bought. My husband and I both rated the food out of 1-10 and we both said 5. Wasn't good and wasn't bad. Maybe it was what we ordered. Everyone got the same thing. Maybe because the waiter recommended? Spaghetti and their top salad. Overly hyped, as a lot of the reviews said. It was packed. If you want a hyped place with tables filled go here. Wasn't worth the drive and wasn't a good pick to celebrate a birthday.

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Mother Wolf - Open kitchen

Open kitchen

Mother Wolf - Polpette Di Coda (Oxtail Meatballs)

Polpette Di Coda (Oxtail Meatballs)

Mother Wolf - Amatriciana, which is was bucatini but still great!

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Amatriciana, which is was bucatini but still great!

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