Loved Italian food my entire life, this is one of the best. All the staff , including our server…read moreZach were attentive , professional and knowledgeable. The food was amazing. Will definitely return .

We visited Picolla Trattoria for the first time last night to celebrate our anniversary. We would…read moregive 10 stars if we could. The food was phenomenal starting with our Burrata cheese appetizer to our lovely desserts. We cannot rave enough about our waiter, Zacharey. He was wonderful, answering our questions and making recommendations. He was warm, attentive and professional. He helped us have a memorable anniversary. We are so happy that we found this restaurant and will definitely return. We will ask for Zacharey for sure.

A few years ago I wrote a review when Piccola Osteria first opened. At the time it felt like a…read morewelcome clone of Piccola Trattoria dropped into the most suburban location imaginable, a strip mall across from Del Taco and a grocery store. It was good news for those of us in the neighborhood who wanted something better than chain Italian without driving across town. Four-plus years later, the real test is simple: do you keep coming back? We do. Regularly. That says more than any early review ever could. Piccola Osteria has quietly become our neighborhood standby. It's the place we go when cooking feels like a chore but we still want a proper meal, not takeout that tastes like it came from a food factory. Over the years we've worked our way through most of the menu, often more than once, and the consistency is what keeps us returning. The appetizers remain strong. The polpette are exactly what they should be: simple, flavorful meatballs in a good marinara. The carpaccio is fresh and bright with arugula and lemon. Prosciutto with burrata is hard to mess up if the ingredients are good, and here they usually are. The arancini with braised short rib are still one of the better starters on the menu. The pastas continue to carry the kitchen. The gnocchi Sorrentina are reliably soft and comforting. The fettuccine Bolognese tastes like a sauce that has had time to develop. The tortelloni di brasato and the pumpkin tortelloni are richer options that never disappoint. And when we're in a seafood mood, the linguine vongole or spaghetti pescatora usually hit the mark. The secondi are solid as well. The osso buco is consistently good, and the branzino is fresh and often filleted tableside, which still feels like a small luxury in a neighborhood restaurant. Service has also held up well. In all the years we've been coming here, we've only had one off night where the service felt disorganized. Otherwise it's been friendly and attentive. Another subtle but encouraging sign: some of the staff speak Italian, and you can actually exchange a few words in Italian if you're inclined. That's usually a decent signal you're not in a completely Americanized version of the cuisine. The menu still leans broadly "Italian" rather than regional Italian. There are a couple of concessions to American expectations, like spaghetti and meatballs or a Caesar salad, neither of which you'd typically see in Italy. But restaurants in suburban California have to meet their customers where they are, and those dishes clearly keep the tables full. If I still had a wish list after all these years, it would be the same gentle nudge: it would be great to see the kitchen rotate in a few seasonal or regional additions. Something like pici with wild boar ragù, trofie with pesto, or a few rustic polenta dishes would be fantastic. Italian cuisine has endless regional depth, and even a few rotating specials would add another dimension. The wine list remains reasonably priced, which is refreshing. Markups aren't outrageous, and the cocktails are well made. The White Negroni in particular is worth ordering. At the end of the day, Piccola Osteria has proven something more valuable than novelty: reliability. In a neighborhood where most dining options lean toward chains and fast casual, having a small place that consistently delivers honest Italian food is something worth appreciating. Not bad for a little osteria hiding in a strip mall across from Del Taco. Sometimes the most dependable neighborhood restaurants are the ones you almost overlook.

A great Italian spot!…read more Despite a busy night, the service was warm and welcoming. Our main server was great, but it's always a great sign when other servers come to check in on you too. The space is quite large, but a bit cramped. We were seated in a a patio-like space towards the back of the restaurant. We ordered the calamari, Mezzelune di Crostacei, and Tortelloni di Brasato. The calamari is highly recommended. It was fresh, lightly fried, and paired well with the sauce. The Mezzelune di Crostecei was amazing. The ravioli was perfectly cooked and the juices from the shrimp and scallop made it a perfect bite. The only disappointment was the Tortelloni di Brasato. The herb cream sauce was delicious and the pasta was perfectly cooked. However, the short rib filling was akin to a beef puree and several of the tortellonis had very little filling. Overall, I had a great experience and looking forward to try other menu items!

The food and service were amazing! I had the Fusilli con Pesto e Pollo and my husband had the…read moreAtlantic Salmon With Lobster Sauce. We also had delicious bread while we waited on the dinner to be served. Jay was so friendly and kind as well as the two servers that we had but we didn't happen to catch their names. Today was my Birthday so I had the Cannoli which was also delicious. They sang Happy Birthday to me and comped my dessert which was also a pleasant surprise. The Ambiance was very pleasant and cozy. This was our first time here and we will definitely be back.

What a happy coincidence/inconvenience! Was on my way to…read moreenjoy some Mexican food but unfortunately, absolutely no parking. So I decided to check out this hidden little Italian joint a bit down the street. I wasn't sure is it was open during lunch so I'm glad I decided to stop and take a look. Upon entry, the restaurant feels super intimate- almost a cozy vibe if it weren't for the white tablecloths and linen napkins. Once I was seated, looked over the menu and ordered, I decided to look up reviews on Yelp. Not as positive as I usually look for before selections a restaurant but I am so glad I came in before I made this snap judgement! I also saw that although being open for lunch, they again close to prep for dinner service so I am equally glad I stopped when I did. I selected the tequila chicken fettuccine, at the recommendation of the wonderful man who sat and served me, ( I was thinking about carbonara). I will probably wake up craving this pasta!! Flavorful, chicken cooked perfectly and not sitting in an overly creamy sauce. I also enjoyed a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, crisp and lovely, and upon inquiry, learned it is not available in stores! I'll probably be back for a glass or two of wine at the very least!

This was my second time here, and this time I brought my four-year-old daughter, Maya, with me…read more It's such a cute little family-owned spot - tiny, cozy, and welcoming - but the service is honestly what makes it so special. The owner, Antonio, told me about his wife and their three daughters, and how they don't have family here, so it's just the five of them - all while he is working hard and building this business. That alone gave me such a soft spot for their family. But on top of that, the amount of love, care, and effort he clearly puts into both the food and the customer experience is incredible. Antonio was so accommodating with my daughter, who is an extremely picky eater. He made her a simple pasta with butter, and she absolutely loved it - which almost never happens. He also recommended the panna cotta because he said little girls always love it, and he was right. Maya was obsessed with it. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable, and the atmosphere felt so warm and genuine. Definitely recommend - this man and his family deserve all the business.

Although a small restaurant, the food is authentic Italian, made by an Italian Chef. They have all…read morethe classic Italian dishes such as: Lasagna, Bolognese, Seafood soup, and of course Pizza and many more. The wait staff are always friendly, and the owner/Chef always comes out to talk to all the guests. They also let you bring your own wine bottle, for a modest cork fee. They accept all forms of payment, so if you want to impress your date bring them here.

Some places don't just serve dinner, they create evenings you remember…read more The Old Town Junction has that kind of atmosphere. Warm, inviting, and effortlessly charming. From the moment we sat down, the staff was attentive without hovering, quick to accommodate, and genuinely welcoming. The food is top notch, beautifully prepared and absolutely worth treating yourself. If you've got a little extra to spend on a date or a good friend, this is the place to do it. A special thank you to Danielle, our waitress, who was kind, courteous, and never rushed us. She even allowed us to linger a bit after hours to enjoy our final lemon drop, making the night feel unhurried and personal. Great food, great service, and an experience worth repeating. Highly recommend. El Yepista - Gabriel

Lovely spot for drinks and dinner in Santa Clarita…read more I was in the area running errands and decided to grab dinner nearby on a Thusday evening around 6:30 pm. I found this place on Yelp and dropped by for dinner. My party of 2 was seated immediately. Personally I thought the menus were hard to read. The gray lines in the background were quite dark and clashed with the actual menu items. My suggestion to the restaurant would be to reprint the menus with lighter background. They have an extensive cocktail menu with a lot of gin-based drinks. They also have good selection of wine and NA drinks as well, including some mocktails. I got the I'm Driving mocktail ($13), which I really liked. It had good passion fruit flavor without being too sour. Felt like a really nice tropical juice. My friend really liked his drink Bramblin' Man ($17), which had strong notes of bourbon and blackberry. I wasn't super hungry, but the braised short rib looked amazing so I got that for $43. It was very tender, but I personally found it bland especially on the inside. I asked for additional sauce so I could drench each bite in the sauce. My favorite part of the plate was surprisingly the potato croquette, which was perfectly crispy and well flavored. My friend got the chicken club ($23), which he enjoyed. I stole a bunch of his seasoned fries since they were so good. I would've loved to get dessert but was too stuffed. Next time!

Did someone say "Bolognese" ? My Daughter & grandson love it :)…read more They have a great Happy Hour Menu, delicious food and great prices on drinks ... Michelle and Jessica make a great Friday afternoon team. Always positive, helpful and professional. Thanks for such a nice place to have a cocktail with a business meeting and more. Definitely a fan and will repeat.

Celiacs please read!! Oliver Terrace....this is a learning experience for you. You MUST train your…read moreemployees the correct way to handle/process gluten free food. We have dined here twice. (And maybe not again.) The first time was a lot less busy and we had no problems. This second time was different, unfortunately. It was a Friday night and, being the day before Valentine's day, it was busy. No excuses though....if you are going to offer gluten free options you MUST be able to handle that accurately when it's busy. Our server was WONDERFUL and did exactly what she should have done with all of this. I had many questions about the gluten free options and she was able to answer them, or went back to the kitchen to double check. She did not make me feel like a bother or inconvenient at all. I ordered chicken alfredo with gluten free pasta. When my meal came out, it had fettuccine noodles. I had a twinge in my stomach because this did not seem right, and from last time, I did not remember those being the gf noodles. I asked the guy that brought my meal if this was the gluten free pasta, I think there may have been a language barrier because his accent was thick and his response was, 'is this what you ordered?' I said yes and he walked away. I waited for our server to come before I took a bite by so I could TRIPLE check with her and she noticed IMMEDIATELY the dish was not right. She said, 'oh no! This is not the gluten free pasta. It should be the penne noodles!' She took the dish away. I was interested to find that the correct dish with gf penne noodles came out within 5-7 mins. The only gf pasta that I know of that cooks that quick is fresh gf pasta (8mins). And this pasta you serve is not refrigerated fresh pasta, lol. Was the wrong dish sent to the wrong table by accident? But why did the person that brought my dish not know what he was bringing? There was also very little sauce to be found on the dish. I am not a sauce person so for me to say there was no sauce....it was almost non existent. Now....price. I don't remember the original price of the dish I got, but you up charge SIX?!?!?!?!!! Dollars for the gluten free substitution pasta (most I've seen is $3-4)? And adding chicken is another $8?! My dish came out to be $32. And I will be honest, it was NOT worth that. No manager came out to make sure everything was better. Nothing was taken off the bill for a HUGE mistake, that could have cost me my health or a trip to the hospital. Not happy with this experience. Not happy paying $136 for this experience. Train yourselves with more accuracy please. Thank you.

Great Sandwiches and great customer service loved the hot pastrami sandwich and my grandmother…read moreloved the egg salad sandwich would definitely recommend to anyone in the area or anyone passing through !!!!

I have been here over 20 times for lunch, everyone I've brought here has been extremely satisfied…read morewith the sandwiches. I always recommend the large size with the hard roll. Just has that extra little crunch. You have to go in and pull a ticket, old school. I recommend calling ahead. You still have to pull a ticket but that's just to pay. I highly recommend getting the Chipotle chicken which is a little spicy if you like that. They have also Italian sodas and my favorite unsweetened iced tea, Tejava Peach l!! They have a lot of stuff direct from Italy, with the tariffs. The Italian potato chips with lime and red pepper are $5 instead of $3, but you might want a splurge to try those out! If you're up in Santa Clarita this would be my number one stop for lunch!

Spumoni never disappoints. we've been going there for…read moreseveral years. The ownership and staff are top-notch. The cuisine is superb!! It's truly a world class restaurant right here in our backyard. Bravo to Garrett and everybody at Spumoni!

Came here for dinner and honestly didn't expect to be this impressed. From the moment we walked in,…read morethe staff made us feel genuinely welcome and never rushed, even though the place was busy. The atmosphere is warm and inviting--perfect for a date night or a relaxed dinner with friends. The food was absolutely outstanding. The pasta tasted fresh and clearly made with care, and the sauces were rich, balanced, and not overly heavy. What really stood out was the service. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and gave great recommendations without being pushy. Drinks were refilled quickly, and timing between courses was spot on. This is the kind of Italian restaurant you hope to find--great food, great people, and a cozy vibe that makes you want to stay a little longer. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to anyone looking for a solid, memorable Italian meal.

I was driving back to Sacramento from Phoenix and stopped here to eat. Honestly it was so good. The…read moreplace was super clean, the food was great, and the service was amazing. The staff was also really nice and welcoming. I would definitely recommend it, I just wish I lived closer.

I had seen some Instagram posts about this restaurant about a month ago and figured while I was up…read morein the Valencia area I would stop in and give them a try. I love freshly made pasta! They have a Korean fusion menu which elevates the flavors. They actually make the spaghetti, fettuccine and pappardelle pasta in house. I won the lotto finding this hidden gem. I also love the concept of creating your own dish with all the great choices they have. Different sauces, proteins, veggies and spice levels. They also have specialty pasta dishes, ravioli and small 8" Roman Artisan Pizzas! How fun! There is something for every one and every age group. The portions are generous. The prices are very reasonable. For my first time I decided to pick a low key pasta dish. Pappardelle with the rose sauce - no add-ons or spices added. I took it to go and it traveled well. It comes with a seasoned slice of toast. I was very impressed with the taste of the sauce and the quality of the pasta. Next time I'm going to try the creamy truffle mushroom pasta. I was welcomed by a very nice young gentleman with a big smile and he was very helpful. I wish I asked for his name. The woman at the front was also very sweet and friendly. The restaurant has ample seating, very clean and spacious. Casual feel. I literally can't wait to bring my husband and son back up here to have them try it out. Highly recommend giving them a try! WOW is right!

Wow! That was some…read moreamazing Pizza! Little costly, but Elegant with Every Bite! Go here ASAP. I had the wise guy Detroit pizza and it tasted AMAZING! It was like 4 French bread pizzas worth of pizza. Dough was as thick as a book but so much flavor. All the ingredients tasted fresh and high quality. The savory crispy cheese on the crust was extra savory for the cheese fanatics. The pizza had applewood bacon, fresh salami, ricotta with basil, tangy pepperoni, and maybe some peppers I think. All on a thick 2 inch or so Detroit Crust. I implore you to try this flavor ensemble. This is one of my new favorite places. Thanks Tony! I see why you've won awards.

Great pizza and screens all throughout to enjoy a sports game after work/gym…read more Service was ok. Almost docked to 3 stars but the pizza is toooo good to give them anything less than a 4.