1st time experiences! 5 in every aspect! We started off with one of their mojitos -1 original 1 jalapeño (which we try every restaurant we go to) BEST my husband and I ever had at this restaurant! We ordered 2 each as they were that good! The bread crostini's they served went extremely well with their vinegar And table top olive oil! We tried the Insalata caprese and it too was the best we ever had! He ordered the lasagna bolognese and was very impressed said it was better than anywhere else he's had it! I had grilled eggplant atop angel hair pasta and was blown away! The food was phenomenal and we can't wait to go back and try their lamb chops, Marguerite's pizza and spaghetti with meat balls! Too full to try dessert! The service was great! First time a robot ever showed up to our table but the waitress was knowledgeable and courteous! The ambiance was totally Italy! Loved the soft Italian music and decor! read more

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Hidden gem located in commerce They have their own parking lot They have a nice layout where you can easily have a private party atmosphere They have a happy hour menu New menu includes so nice additions and a larger bar drink menu too You cannot go wrong with anything since it's all made fresh in-house Come and enjoy They are so friendly Portions are great too read more

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Ordered takeout for the team and was pleasantly surprised. Everything traveled well and arrived in great shape. I asked for extra sauce and they included it at no charge always much appreciated. Pro tip: if you're ordering to go, don't forget to ask for the garlic bread. It's always a treat. read more

Go off the path! (Highway 5). This place is so good! I ordered the Salmon Alaska and the sauce was so flavorful. My wife loved her gnocchi. Prices are very reasonable!!! What's not to like? read more

Had lunch with a girlfriend today. The parking lot was a major bonus. Nice staff. I ordered a Southwest salad with salmon, my friend ordered the capellini pasta and a small pizza to go to bring home to her kids. The meal was fine, and I appreciated the quiet environment since my friend and I had a lot of catching up to do! read more

What a hidden gem!! I was meeting a friend of mine for dinner and we were looking for an Italian spot that was between where we were located. Luckily, we found Il Saggio, and decided we'd give it a try. This was such a great decision because it's really a restaurant worth trying if you're craving some delicious Italian food! The ambiance was quite chill - Nice and clean interior, not too loud, and felt cozy. Perfect spot to catch up with a friend. Service was very friendly and our waitress served us with a smile. Our favorite thing about this place was the price for the quality of food and drinks. Honestly, this place was so affordable. $8 margaritas that were delicious?! Under $25 for a heaping size of delicious pasta?! You absolutely cannot go wrong. garlic bread- 5/5. this was literally free but so good I couldn't stop eating it. Anything with garlic is amazing but it also had this lovely spice to it, and it went so well with the balsamic and olive oil at the table. frutti di mare- 5/5. SO much seafood in this dish and it was perfectly cooked. The sauce was so delicious and I would honestly order this dish over and over again. bolognese- 5/5. I only stealed a bite out of my friend's plate, but it was so good. It was definitely hearty and the flavors were great. margaritas- 5/5. For $8 a pop I wasn't expecting much, but they ended up tasting so good. After two margaritas we were definitely a bit tipsy. It's hard to believe two margs here is the cost of 1 marg at any other restaurant, but it's true! Honestly, i don't know why more people don't know about this place. It's such a steal for delicious food that really tastes home cooked. I will definitely be back whether I'm in the area or not - it's worth a drive to me if I am craving some delicious Italian food! read more

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This was my first time trying this restaurant, and I chose it based on the great reviews. It definitely lived up to the hype--both the food and service were wonderful! I ordered the pasta with salmon in vodka sauce, and it was absolutely delicious. The garlic bread was also amazing--fresh, soft in the middle, and so good that I asked for seconds. I also tried the tiramisu, which was moist and had a rich coffee flavor that I really enjoyed. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'd definitely come back to try more of their pasta dishes! read more

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2nd time at this spot and showed up just before high traffic so the vibe has been very chill and relaxed so tables are immediately available. Once they take your order they bring you they bring you feasted bred with fresh garlic and butter/olive oil on top. We use the olive oil and vinaigrette to dip and takes the bread over the top! So far we've had the ribeye, frrutti de mare, lasagna, and the spaghetti Florentino and, twice, the crème brûlée. Definitely recommend! Our Italian spot from now on! read more

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We went there right when it opened on a Sunday. There was an ample parking lot. When we got in, we were kindly greeted and seated. I got the Linguine Alle Vongole and my Fronde got the Spaghetti Fruitti di Mare. The dishes were phenomenal! The prices were reasonable! The waiter was extremely kinda and attentive! Got a wonderful feel and vibe from the place! Oh and I don't want to forget the robot they used to deliver the food! That was quite awesome!! I plan to stop by here again!! read more

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In an unsuspecting building we came at 5 pm on a Thursday and found it surprisingly empty however every dish that we had was amazing, couple of the stars of the show were the Cajun fettuccini, the Cesar salad and the Bruschetta. Very cozy inside the restaurant and has an old school Italian feel , sat in the dining room which was great but the bar area looked nice as cozy as well read more

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We brought friends on Saturday night after eating there on a weekday evening. Two really different experiences. The week night, the service and food was really good,and hot. Wait staff was attentive. This past weekend was totally not great, Even though the food was good, it was NOT hot and took an incredibly long time. We had to ask for drink refills, and bread, which we didn't receive. Waiter couldn't remember our order. They seemed short staffed. The kitchen was slow and uncoordinated. They need better help. read more

Amazing flavors our first time here coming from citadel outlets and search Italian restaurants, hands down everything was delicious. I had the chicken carbonara fire The shrimp risotto also fire to top it off with vodka fettuccine. Sorry for the late picture the presentation was better I just forgot to take pictures I was hungry read more

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Food overall was gooood. Calamari, supreme Pizza, lasagna, Fettuccine con vodka y Salmon all were delicious and impressive amount of meat and ingredients. The Fettucine Porcini/mushroom with shrimp and scallop can improve a bit. Didn't taste like it. Service was good. Place was clean. The servers were pleasant and very accommodating and friendly. read more

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I was searching for a creamy tasty Risotto and I found after searching for almost 9 years. It was literally the tastiest Risotto I have ever tasted. Chef made Risotto extra creamy as per request. Really recommend this restaurant to all Italian food lovers.Quality of the food is top level. Loved the ambience and cute robot which serves the food plates. Service was good. I will definitely go back and recommend to my friends. read more

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Always the best experience.They never fail.Great service,the food is always delicious. The restroom is ALWAYS clean....which I rarely see nowadays.Even the fancy restaurants.LOVE THIS PLACE!!! read more

Food was flavorful would have never thought it would be this delicious . Highly recommend Cool place to check out after a day of shopping at the outlets read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

It's a nice cafeteria type of food place to eat after work or have a meeting. You have limited options in the area. And food was good. Fast service and they got vacuum robot server bring dishes to the table. Good size parking lot. read more

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Delicious BBQ chicken pizza. Crust is thin-BBQ sauce is light and tasty-Red onions, thin and fresh. 10/10 Gorgonzola Chicken. A flavorful Gorgonzola sauce with bell peppers. Served with mashed potatoes and broccoli and carrots. 10/10 Not on the menu, but ask for it, so nice. Fettuccine Alfredo. with chicken. Well done Classic. Chicken Parmesan. Nicely breaded, good marinara. Ribeye. A nice cut, on the thinner side. Really good. Accompanied by broccoli, carrots, and mashed potatoes. Garlic Bread 10/10 Friendly staff, food came promptly. Real Italian place. Look forward to returning . read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Gorgonzola Chicken, it was That good! - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

Great Italian food & tastes so good & the Music. Like some much! Definitely will come again. My husband any my kid, we all like this restaurant. read more

Always fresh tasting and delicious. We've never been disappointed . A friend told us about this Italian Restaurant several years ago. We've been coming here ever since. We live in Downey, and we bring our friends . Once you've tried the food, I'm sure you will come back !! read more

I was craving chicken Parmesan and found this place on Yelp. After reading so many great reviews I had to try it for myself. The restaurant itself is kept up well and clean with nice decor. Every table had its own olive oil and balsamic which is always so nice. Their bread is toasted with a delicate crunch and soft. It picked up the olive oil and balsamic very well. The olive oil and balsamic were good quality. The olive oil was delicate and aromatic, not too bitter or acidic. The balsamic was nicely balanced and also was not too acidic or harsh. I ordered the grilled romaine as an appetizer. The lettuce was crisp and the Caesar dressing was good. I tried their pumpkin ravioli in butter sage sauce which was nice. Their bread walnuts complimented it very nicely. The chicken Parmesan was very good. The waiter said they make their own tomato sauce. The tomato sauce was nicely balanced with good flavor. It was not bland or too salty, or acidic. The chicken Parmesan was satisfying. For desert I had a crème brûlée and that too was delicious. They were generous with the sugar topping and I loved cracking through it. I definitely would return. read more

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In the last few years I've been here over and over again and the food is still great. The ambience is what you would expect and busy restaurant to be, service is amazing. My favorite place. read more

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I enjoyed the food here. I would return to explore the other items on the menu. Free Garlic Bread 5/5: Very garlicky, light, and tasty. Spaghetti Frutti di Mare 5/5: Very unique and delicious. This is a creamy pasta that has very lemony flavors. The shrimp is very nicely cooked and deveined, not overcooked. Spaghetti Alla Bolognese 5/5: Very delicious. I like how pleasant this dish is. read more

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They didn't show the check calculation and just presented a total and spot for tip when we asked for the check. We tipped and signed and asked for a receipt. They added gratuity before presenting the payment machine and tricked us out of an extra tip. Food was pretty good, but not being forthright with customers and withholding the check is a shady way to do business (or employee servers that do). read more

I don't always dine in East Los Angeles, but when I do, Il Saggio is the one - must stop! This place has such a cool old-school Italian vibe--think cozy tables, dark wood vibe, and even roses hanging from the ceiling. Plus, there's a fun little robot server rolling around, which adds a quirky modern touch. The food? Absolutely delicious. The **Chicken Marsala** was a standout--tender chicken, huge mushrooms, and a rich, flavorful sauce. But the real star was the **Black Risotto with Shrimp**--creamy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. Seriously, one of the best risottos I've had! WHO KNEW EAST LA HAD ITALIAN FOOD THIS GOOD. I have NOT tried the pasta, so I can't vouch for it. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and dishes that hit the spot. If you're in the area (or even if you're not), Il Saggio is worth the trip. Can't wait to come back! read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Chicken Marsala, Veggies and Mash Potatoes - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

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Just left with a terrible experience. I ordered a couple of half trays of pasta for a gathering to celebrate my mom's bday. I ordered the night before to pick up today at 11:30 am. I get there around 11:40 and the foods not ready. They tell me itll be ready in 10 min. It takes 40 mins then they bring out the food. They bring out full trays. I told them I ordered half. The guy said he'll just give it to me for half price but they end up taking another 15 mins to transfer it to half trays. I didn't care for the extra food but just wanted my food so my guests didn't have to wait. They were not very apologetic and didn't have a sense of urgency. It was pretty much ready an hr after I had ordered for it to be picked up! read more

Just ordered a pasta al fungi dish to go. We got home and it was all soup With a few noodles -and 4 shrimp. All soup and awful. Save your money and go elsewhere read more

En este lugar hacen las pastas frescas en el restaurante y el pan también es recién hecho y delicioso! La pizza es liviana y los ingredientes son de una calidad excelente y genuina. Pedi el bistec rare por que así me gusta a mi y la carne estaba sabrosa y suave. El salmón con champiñones llegó cubierto con una salsa muy rica que resalta el típico sabor de salmón que esperamos muy buttery como es su naturaleza. El postre es absolutamente decadente, irresistible y el final perfecto para un almuerzo en familia que es como transportarse a Italia mismo ! El servicio es muy amable y eficiente. Tienen mucho estacionamiento y el ambiente es relax y muy auténtico a lo que se espera de un lugar casual y familiar. read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Dessert - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

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Food was yummy,and the services was great! The mood was perfect dark candle lit just great !

Updating my review after 5 years, and I'm happy to say this place just keeps getting better! While many restaurants may change for the worse over time, this one consistently impresses. As always, I ordered the Capellini Alla Checca, and it was just as delicious as I remembered. The garlic bread is a standout--fresh garlic flavor, perfectly toasted, and the ideal pairing with the pasta. Tonight, I had the pleasure of being served by JR, and his attentive service made the experience even better. He checks in regularly and offers great recommendations, which adds to the overall warm and welcoming vibe of this place. The consistency in food and service is one of the main reasons I keep coming back. Highly recommend! read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Capellini Alla Checca with Chicken 10000/100 - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

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Always the best taste. Always the friendliest staff. The food and experience will make you feel at home. The taste is incredible. read more

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Il Saggio Italian is the sort of restaurant that deserves far more recognition. I visited on a Saturday evening, and to my surprise, the place was almost empty! I genuinely hope that changes soon because this place offers exceptional quality of food. My friends and I started with the Margarita pizza. Although it may seem like a basic dish, the freshness of the ingredients and the crispy crust were a delight. For the main course, the spaghetti frutti di mare was amazing. It had tender pieces of fish, shrimp, Manila clams, mussels, and calamari simmered in a savory red sauce. read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Spaghetti Frutti di Mare - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

This is a homely restaurant tugged away in a quiet corner (at least on it was not busy when we showed up at 11am sharp on a Saturday morning). The parking lot has ample slots. The staff was friendly and greeted us with smiles, which is always great. The waitress quickly brought out the complementary garlic bread with olive oil and black vinegar. The interior resembled much of the older style Spanish/Italian decor, was quite a cozy atmosphere. We ordered the seafood spaghetti, veal shank, and bbq chicken pizza. The pasta came out piping hot with a generous amount of seafood including shrimps, salmon, clams, mussels, and squid. The sauce was very very mildly spiced which I love. The waitress added grated Parmesan to it and it was perfect. The veal shank was super, fall-off-the-bone tender. It was accompanied by broccoli, carrots, and mashed potato. The sauce was sort of like a mix of mushroom sauce and tomato sauce (kind of like ragu but better). Portion was plenty. The thin crusted bbq chicken pizza was delightfully cheesy, especially with the added grated Parmesan. Flavor was good as well. We finished off the meal with a crème brûlée and a flan. The crème brûlée was smooth and the charred sugar topping was always fun to tap on. Yet the flan won my heart more. I'd flan plenty of time but usually they were either too soft (watery) or too hard. The flan here has the most perfect texture. It was sturdy but not too hard, and the silky smoothness on the tongue was lovely for the palate. Although the syrup was a tad too sweet but the texture of the flan itself was just wonderful. Finally, pricing was fair and portion size was not bad at all. Highly recommend! read more

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I'm really a 3 1/2. I had the gnocchi bolognese. The gravy was good. The mozzarella sticks were okay at best. I didn't really care for the complimentary bread. A bit to hard for my taste. And lastly, I didn't like the robots. A little to disconnected for my taste. I prefer the human interaction. read more

We went to the outlet and wanted to eat lunch but not fast food so we googled this place and it was good. The pesto pizza was on the spot. I love pesto. The seafood pasta was okay that it has too much sauce for my liking but then some like's lots of sauce. Service is good, location is good. Overall I like the place and would recommend and come back if I am in the area. read more

First of all service was horrible as soon as I came in the house or server, ask how many I said, one. His body tone language didn't really care where I sat, but it seemed like he did not give fudge. His attitude taking my order was the same attitude hurry up. He genuine didn't care about me. So I ordered my angel hair and chicken pasta the chicken was slightly cold and it tasted like it was some chewable old protein. It was tooo saucey and before I got to the restaurant I called and they said they use olive oil and when I asked it was a mixed answer which pissed me off. I want to personally speak with the owner because idk what going on but it's really bad. This restaurant should close down. LA deserves better Italian. Everyone should go to the pasta shop in Redondo Beach. read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Chicken and angel hair. It was really bad service was bad - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

Food is so friggin good !..It's ridiculous no bull ,hands down best Italian within a 10 mile radius do yourself a favor and give it a shot !!! read more

This place is interesting! When we first walked in, we thought we were in the wrong place because the inside looks like a Mexican restaurant that turns into a dance club at night. It is NOT that, but the ambiance does not exude Italian vibes aside from some photos of Italy. The server who helped us appeared to be the only waitress, and she did a phenomenal job. They also have one of those robot waiters, theirs is a kitty named Bella! I loved it! We ordered a caprese salad, fettucine alfredo, and a BBQ chicken pizza. The caprese salad was the best part! It was served with salad greens and no basil, but it was delicious. The pasta was also good. The bbq chicken was good, but the crust was too thin for the toppings. There was a lot of cheese on that pizza. This wasn't a bad find for the city of Commerce! read more

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Mid and overpriced. Payed a 100+ bucks for Carpaccio, Meat Lovers Pizza and Risotto. The carpaccio was uneatable, and drenched in mayonnaise for some reason. The Pizza was...I'll let the picture explain (keep in mind it costs $25+), and the risotto was alright but absolutely drenched in oil. read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - Meat Lover Pizza - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California

I can't tell you what a treat this restaurant was. Driving home from a day in Anaheim (you know where) I searched and found this recommendation. What a pleasant surprise. From the quiet parking lot, the simple entry and dining room and the no nonsense menu, this is a gem in the rough. Water and bread arrived without asking. The chef came and greeted us answer a question about the menu and preparation. We shared a Caprese Salad(happy hour size, simple, fresh and arrived via a robot!) and then ordered pasta off the menu. Ravioli Aurora (light, delicate spinach and ricotta ravioli "cuscini d'amore" with a simple tomato sauce ) was simply divine. The Fettuccini Al Funghi Porcini Capesantee Gamberi was one of the best dishes I've ever had in my life. The simple light sauce with sautéed mushrooms, scallops and shrimp was a revelation. We will be back as there is a full menu of creative new and traditional dishes offered. I look forward to seeing what else the chef has to offer. The personal service, the elegant food and music made this a meal to remember. I will return with friends and family, a bigger appetite and more time. Thank you, chef. read more

Il Saggio Italian Restaurant - The dining room. Clean, friendly and a wonderful music selection. - Italian Near Me - Commerce, California