There are restaurants in all the big cities in which I have lived that represent longevity, image-power, popularity, and tradition. And, there is usually a good reason for their stardom. While I am a big fan of evolved dishes that are novel and fresh, I have always loved old fashioned, genuine (as in the way they are made in the Old Country) Italian food. Il Pastaio does not disappoint in that respect. I have spent enough time all over Italy, and am part Italian myself, to judge this place a must-try in Los Angeles. We rarely venture into Beverly Hills given what used to be a difficult parking situation. Not with Il Pastaio -- there is free public garage parking almost across the street. If you visit on a Sunday afternoon, you will find a spot effortlessly and you will avoid the crowds. That said, when we arrived around 1:30, Il Pastaio was packed, inside and out. Thankfully we had a reservation and they ushered us to the perfect table, inside (where I preferred to be on a sunny, cool but windy day), next to a bright (and spotless) window. I think there are people who prefer to be on the sidewalk in BH, so they can look for the cognoscenti and affluenti, LOL, but, I don't need to do that -- seen and been seen enough in my long life! Our table was perfect. View my photos. I love the vibe inside. Again, I can happily report, Il Pastaio reminds me of all the fine, small, and exquisite restaurants I frequented in Rome, Florence, and Milan, to name the biggies. The menu is extensive, and even though I had studied it beforehand on their website, it took me at least ten minutes to narrow down all the wonderful vegetarian dishes from which to choose. My photos show which were the lucky winners. There are meat dishes in abundance but, here's the open secret, Italians themselves are not avid meat eaters and all the portions abroad are small, hence multiple courses and few people eat too much at a meal. Lunch and dinner are also leisurely over there because Europeans see a meal as an event, not a blip in their day. The service was flawless, with our Italian waiter, Filippo, treating us as if we were Re Umberto and Regina Margherita. The table was very pretty and there was bespoke olive oil and vinegar ready for dipping the homemade bread that is served steaming in a napkined basket. I could smell it through the entire meal. Even the water came from Italy. Each course we chose came to the table at the perfect temperature, beautifully plated, and the previous were whisked away efficiently as soon as we were finished, as if by magic. All in all, this is a superb Italian restaurant. Fresh and new but traditional and comforting in its familiarity. I know we will return. Molto ben fatto, Signore Drago! read more

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The food here is excellent; quality Italian food with good portions and great flavor. The ambiance is nice even the outdoors is pretty and they have heat lamps to take out the chill. My reason for the three stars was the service. We did choose a later reservation time but I wish they just didn't have the reservation if they don't want to be there late. It took 25 minutes after us sitting for a server to ask what we wanted to drink. It was not busy maybe three other tables outdoor only the inside was closed. When our waiter was at the table he was annoyed at our questions regarding the tasting menu. It really made us feel awkward and dampered our whole experience which was really unfortunate because we loved the food and it was our last night in LA. I'd say make an earlier reservation maybe to receive better service. Also the espresso martini was disappointing it had ice and was very watered down. I'll end on a positive note that the Branzino was amazing. Everything on the dish tasted fresh. The burrata was also a hit for the whole table read more

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Excellent service and perfect ambiance. The food was amazing with perfect Italian flavor. The Owner was very pleasant and also servers. We will came back again, see you soon. read more

Il Pastaio - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

So right off the bat, we got a nice outdoor seat, and the place was pretty cute, but not as high class as I was expecting it to be but idk. The waiter was really nice and we got our drinks out to us Really fast. The charcuterie board was absolutely amazing. It looks as good as it tastes like wowwwww it was amazing absolutely amazing. However our actual pastas did take a long time to come out honestly and they were good I won't say it was bad. The Justin Bieber pasta was really good, but I felt like the sauce was kind of missing something maybe like a spice or something like that and the thickness of the dough kind of overpowered the actual taste. I got the Bolognese and it was pretty good. Just a standard Bolognese, but I think the pasta was really fresh tasting, and the waiter did not skim out on the parm haha overall nice I would come back for a lunch!! read more

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The food was amazing! The cheese wheel and truffle is so good! Definitely recommend eating here! read more

Il Pastaio - Justin Bieber pasta - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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I feel like I have seen this place so hyped up and it's apparently like Justin Bieber fav restaurant or something. The Caesar salad was incredibly average and the pasta was good but nothing special. The service was pretty so slow and did not live up to expectations. read more

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Amazing first experience this past Sunday! 11/10 on the service and quality of food. Everything was so fresh and delicious. Our cocktails were also super yum - highly recommend a gin gimlet. My raviolis were to die for along with the appetizers we had. We had a party of 10 and they made it so special for my friend's birthday! Thank you to the great staff, ambiance and chefs! read more

Il Pastaio - Ravioli di Spinaci e Ricotta - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

A hot spot in Beverly Hills for Italian food. Grab a seat outside and enjoy some people watching while you enjoy fresh pasta. Delish drinks , nice service and yummy pasta. Thank you for being great with Hubs allergies. Glad I stopped in for dinner on my two day trip. read more

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My biggest compliment is to the staff. They were amazing, nice, and so attentive. Pasta was very good and they had such a wide selection. Bread was also yummy. read more

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We've been here a couple of times for different events. Food and service never disappoint. Perfect spot for an event or large family gathering. One of the best Italian restaurant in the area. A bit on the pricey side but definitely worth it! read more

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Went here with my sisters for dinner and the food was amazing! Apps and main dishes were cooked to perfection. I would definitely go back! read more

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Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Il Pastaio is a terrific Italian restaurant that is always packed with guests. You definitely need a reservation here if you come on the weekend for dinner. You'll see all the people on the sidewalk waiting for their table. I love the pastas and the service is stellar. This is the kind of place where everyone in our party orders something different and we all get to try each other's dish. We've always sat outside which is great because you can people watch. If it's cold, they have heaters available. The celebs love this place, too, but you may never see them as they get a special room inside, away from the prying eyes of the public. Their vodka pasta is named after one guy who really loves it, someone named Beiber. Mangia! read more

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Came here for a friends birthday. In terms of ambience, it's very charming and fancy. A great place for pictures on a dinner night. The service... wasn't really there. It took an hour for our waiter to take our order and even then trying to get someone's attention took a lot of effort. After we ordered it took a long time to get our food. We were sat right in the middle of the inside restaurant so it's not like we were in a hidden area. We were there till closing because of how long we had to wait. It's really disappointing because I was looking forward to this place. However the food is tasty. I wouldn't say amazing, but it's well prepared pasta. A bunch of us got the "Justin Bieber Pasta" basically the one he orders when he comes here so they named it after him. It's okay, more on the salty and bitter side. I don't think we would order it again. Their truffle pasta is great though. It was done very well, and the pasta itself felt like such high quality. The pricing is on the higher side for the truffle pastas, but it is rich in terms truffle. I'd say it's worth a try. read more

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Food was great but the service was horrible I went there for Mother's Day and the whole time I felt our server was rushing us to order and to leave I didn't want to eat anymore. The ambience is super noisy and chaos we sat inside the restaurant and I can tell was chaos and the girl in the front desk felt super stressed and was a bad experience I understand Mother's Day is a very busy day but hospitality is a KEY! And a good service read more

Truly in the top 5 pastas I've ever consumed! The cheese wheel pasta is such a treat but never has it been this good anywhere else! The sheer amount of truffles they shaved on top was amazing and every single bite was finished. My husband ordered the Justin Bieber pasta and he loved it. Neither of our dishes needed any additional seasoning and that's a tough feat typically for me with pastas being chronically under seasoned. The service was 4/5 but they were pretty busy. The warm bread basket was a nice addition. It's so clear that all the pastas are handmade in house. Highly recommend when in Beverly Hills! read more

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Food is amazing very delicious touch to it , very great and clean environment outdoor sitting is the best with so much crowd and fresh . Outstanding service always helpful to your needs . Well recommended it's a must try if you haven't yet read more

Il Pastaio - Calamari Fritti - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Excellent business lunch at Il Pastaio. Our server Ottorino was very friendly and took great care of us. The al dente seafood pasta was fresh and perfectly cooked. Really enjoyed the light spicy tomato sauce which was balanced and flavorful. Dining here feels like an episode of Entourage. You never know who you may run into from the showbiz industry. read more

Since more years than I can remember, the Il Pastaio is one of the busiest places in Beverly Hills. Whenever we passed it, there were people waiting to be seated. Amazingly all our friends were "not so happy" - so we have never been - until yesterday. We had been to an afternoon party and thought we close a nice day with a nice dinner. We did not have a reservation, but the two of us were promised to be seated within minutes - and were. So generally: thumbs up. However "our table" as well as others were ready to be seated when we arrived already. I would even go as far as to say that all of the people waiting on the street could have been sat immediately. I know it's a tad nasty: but I was lead to believe that it's party of their spiel to show how desirable they are by letting people wait. Then: the food. Overall: just OK, not great. I was really excited to try if you see he mouthwatering photos online it looks great, but none of our dishes did it for us. We were hoping for authentic, crave-worthy Italian pasta, but ultimately left feeling underwhelmed. All in all - three stars - minus one for the services. The server decided to start us up with a bottle of sparking water - fine, we would have ordered one anyway. No ask for wine or anything else - not even a wine list. And once we were done with our entrees the waiter cleared our table ... and brought the check. We went to Salt & Straw for desert then. So sorry, two stars out of five only - could've been better pretty much says it. As we had expected and wanted this to be a five star experience, I would recommend not to go and check out the many other and way better options in the immediate area. read more

Yummy food! Very busy restaurant, it was kind of hard to flag down a server when you wanted something but when you did get one, they were very polite and understanding. The area was louder because we were in Beverly Hills, but it was ok. Was kinda upset that it wasn't complimentary bread for the price of the entrees, but that is also LA for you. Would recommend to those who like pasta! read more

Il Pastaio - ragu - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Always a great experience here. I have friends who frequent this place quite regularly and are regulars at the restaurant so I've been fortunate to try items on the menu that they recommend. Always enjoy this place! Make sure to make a reservation as they are a very busy restaurant. The pasta is home made so you won't be let down on any of their pasta dishes. Their calamari is stupendous. The prosciutto with the gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, topped with fresh Pears is DELICIOUS. Tip: Add the Burrata. ;) The Linguine con Crustacea is my fav pasta on the menu. It has Lobster and Crab meat and it is absolutely divine. If you are coming here more than once I recommend you try the famous Paccheri Alla Justin Believer. I think you know why the dish is famous. You have to try at least once! Will most definitely be coming back again! read more

Came here for dinner and was seated promptly without reservation! Food was unique and well made. The salmon wasn't over cooked at all, was tender snd not too fishy for the overall dish. Light creamy sauce to go with it as well. The lobster ravioli was so flavorful and surprisingly not too fishy either! Very unique flavors and included a generous amount of lobster. Although it was slightly chilly outside, there was a great heater right next to us and the lights outside were so cute! read more

Il Pastaio - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Il Pastaio is classic Italian at upscale prices. Although the food is good, the service and ambiance are what justify it. Every good Italian spot should have good meatballs; they do that here. Their paccheri in pink sauce, or as it's on the menu, the " Justin Bieber pasta," was good, but not something I wouldn't be able to make after a quick trip down the street to Eataly. My veal scallopini was overcooked and somewhat dry, but the flavors around it and the added truffle still made it acceptable. The desserts will satisfy your sweet tooth. The panna cotta and bread pudding are both superb. I had the time of my life pairing my bread pudding with some calvados. Il Pastaio is a BH staple. It's been a hotspot for a few decades and is worth trying for the overall experience. Is there better Italian in the city? Yes, but this is traditional Italian that also takes good care of the little things, like service, ambiance, drink, and dessert options, that matter a lot to some. read more

Il Pastaio - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

When you hear about an Italian restaurant in the heart of Beverly Hills you are probably thinking overpriced and watered down but Il Pastaio will pleasantly surprise both your taste buds and your wallet. The place is always packed and for a good reason. It's not just because people want to show off but because the food is actually delicious and the outdoor seating is lovely on a wonderful warm California day. Pro tip - make reservations in advance to avoid the long wait! This landmark of Beverly Hills hasn't really lost its shine and luster over the years! Beyond the amazing atmosphere, the staff is exactly what you'd expect from an Italian restaurant- professional yet warm and overly friendly. If you give them that energy, you'll get it back in return and have a lovely time. The food is amazing. The home made pasta is al dente and the sauces are perfectly balanced for each dish. Sorry, if you are expecting Americanized slop, you might want to go elsewhere. It doesn't quite hit grandma's cooking level, but close enough for a mainstream establishment that pumps thousands of these a day. Prices have gone up in recent years but all things considered it's still definitely cheaper than what you'd expect to pay in this area. You are by no means getting the deal of the century but you aren't getting completely ripped off either. While this won't beat the Italian grandma's cooking and won't be the cheapest deal, Il Pastaio delivers on quality Italian food, relatively good value for the area, amazing service, and a lovely atmosphere in the heart of Beverly Hills. Rounding up to 4.5 stars. read more

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Overall, I had a good but not great experience here with my family. We were seated in an outdoor section. We were a little cold at first, but they turned on the heat lamp which helped warm it up. Outside ended up being nice because of how crowded the whole place was. The place was swamped, so our service was good, but it did take a while for food to come out and for things like water to be refilled. Food was pretty good, but a little bland. I had one of the homemade pastas with mushrooms and asparagus and we all shared some meatballs and risotto. Good pasta, but I've had better around LA. read more

The food is so good here. So fresh! They have delicious lamb shank and perfectly cooked pastas. Very nice and flexible staff Very pretty and intimate but there's also a lot of seating. I like how they play Italian music occasionally. The bathrooms are also really clean and smell nice. read more

Have been dining here with my family for years now and it is a very pleasing experience every single time. Our server was very knowledgeable on all the food items. Will be back here very soon. read more

Food quality and service are amazing. Authentic and great pricing for Beverly Hills.

I feel bad writing this because the manager who helped us was lovely and handled the situation very well - but both myself and friend threw up after eating here so I feel obligated to write about our meal. The Seafood ravioli came out cold, sauce was flavorless and the filling tasted like barely defrosted seafood water. We also gave the swordfish carpaccio a try and had one bite and it was so bad. Not sure if we chose the wrong dishes but after so many recommendations of coming here for such a well established restaurant, it was very disappointing and we got sick. read more

Il Pastaio - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

My girl and I had a late lunch at this lovely, warm and romantic Italian restaurant. It was bustling with activity from talent agents doing deals to wealthy elites catching a bite and even those impeccably dressed debutants showing the latest in fall ware. Despite the side show, the food was just simply incredible. The rigatoni in a pink rose sauce and imported cheeses was amazing. Apparently it's Justin Bieber's favorite dish. We shared in a totally amazing charcuterie antipasto board. Great tasting cured means, cheeses, arancini and eggplant and more! Just delectable! I had the classic Cacio e pepe which was fabulous. To top it all off the coffee with tiramisu was a show stopper. Light & creamy as expected but out of the park home run taste! A must if you visiting or just want the best meal possible! read more

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Met with an old friend for lunch and she wanted to come here, she knows the area well and I pretty much eat anything so my only request was we meet somewhere we wouldn't have to wait at 11:45am on Saturday. Il Pastaio has been around for 29 years and specializes in house made pasta and Sicilian style cuisine, they are somewhat of an institution and are frequented by celebrities, they even have a pasta named after Justin Bieber. It's good for people watching and there are some very "Beverly hills" people that we saw dining here. It's in a very popular area but there is a public parking structure a couple blocks down you can park at. Interior is well done with plenty of natural light and plants inside, the mirrors on the walls also give it a much more spacious feel. Service was excellent, very charming old-school staff still dressed neatly like your kind old uncle. Negroni: fantastic here, I really shouldn't have had 2 but it was so well made I had to do it. Bread: an odd thing to call out but the free bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar were delicious. The bread was warm when served and so good dipped in the olive oil mix. Risotto Nero: Carnaroli Rice with Calamari, Shrimp, Scallops and Squid Ink Sauce . Comes pitch, pitch black with no color on the plate. Looked unappetizing and I expected some kind of garnish to give it a brighter look but it tastes great, like a piece of the Mediterranean Sea. read more

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Everything was just great, starting from food, customer service and atmosphere, best pasta

Great food and great service! Parking- valet and free parking structure available across the street (2 hr free) Food- fantastic! Everything was fresh and great taste! Truffle pasta is the best Drinks- regular drink menu/cocktails. Good. Nothing too special. Even though the sat us outside, the patio was heated and very nice. read more

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Food was great, I enjoyed the Bianchi e Neri, it was light and fresh. They also gave a really generous amount of clams. However, we had a reservation for 7 pm but we still had to wait an hour before getting seated... wasn't worth the wait in my opinion read more

We arrived around 11 a.m. and didn't need a reservation, but when we came out after eating, we found the place was full. The restaurant is all glass, the dining environment is excellent. Recommended dish: Lobster Noodles (ordered two, both were delicious) The steak was so-so. The spinach dumplings were amazing, incredibly delicious! read more

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Lovely experience at this restaurant. Great food, ambiance and service. I had the bolognese and wow, it was perfectly made and so flavorful! My husband has the Justin Bieber pasta and added shrimp, he loved it! It was definitely tasty. Everything else was great, I I'll definitely be back. read more

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OMG, I'm still smiling about the incredible dinner I had with friends last Sunday. While the food at this spot is absolutely top-tier, the real star of the show was our Italian server; no joke, he gave us the best service I think I've ever had. Hands-down. From the moment we sat down, he made us feel like we were the only table in the restaurant. We were totally lost looking at the wine list, and instead of just pointing at the most expensive bottle, he actually walked us through it. You could tell he was genuinely passionate and knew his stuff, he explained where the wines were from and why they'd go with our food. And he was totally right! The best part was you hardly noticed him, but everything was always perfect. Our glasses were magically full, he checked on us at just the right times, and he was so funny and charming. His excitement was actually infectious! You could tell he loved his job, and he turned a great dinner into a truly special night. The food was spectacular. We started with the arancini, which were crispy, cheesy, and heavenly. Cacio e pepe was a masterclass in simplicity: perfectly al dente pasta in a sharp, peppery sauce. I also snuck a bite of my friend's agnolotti, and the filling was so rich and delicate. Every dish was a hit! The place itself has a great vibe, nice and lively but you can still hear your friends. As much as I loved the food and the atmosphere, what's really going to bring me back is hoping we get the same server. We love Pastaio! read more

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Large restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. There were multiple places to meet people so finding the main entrance seemed confusing on a first visit. Friendly staff. Free street parking after six about three blocks away. read more

Definitely a restaurant that is just surviving off of its name at this point. Caesar salad was awful. The dish was basically a bagged caesar salad kit, with a few measly croutons and old romaine. Cacio y pepe was fine, nothing special and I've definitely had better. Truffle pasta with cheese was delicious, but cannot be worth the almost $90 price tag. Service was horrible, it took way too long for everything and our waiter barely looked at us the whole night. No hospitality whatsoever. read more

Il Pastaio - Truffle pasta in cheese wheel - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Overall, we had a really great experience at this restaurant! The the outdoor space looked very cute and nice, and even though it was pretty cold outside, the heaters made it very comfortable. The food was delicious especially the pasta. We tried three different pastas with my family, and everything was amazing. The only downside was the wine. I don't know if it was just that night or bad luck, but every single wine I tried tasted like it had been open and sitting out for a day or two. it just didn't taste good. Other than that, everything was excellent, and we'll definitely be coming back for more pasta read more

Off the chart, I would give it six stars Located in the heart of Beverly Hills. The staff is very accommodating, if you crave to be taken care of and have old world style service this is your place. I ordered an artichoke salad that was off the charts delicious ripe artichokes with a light dressing with delicious And I shared one pasta dish, which was their incredible lemon pasta dish . Savory tart and sweet all at the same time . The atmosphere the wine and the service made this dinner. One of the most enjoyable occasions I have had in a long time. This is not a touristy place to go. It is low-key serious Italian Food. ! Enjoy read more