My husband and I returned to Divina Cucina last night for dinner and we are thrilled to report just…read morehow wonderful our dinner was. our server recommended a fabulous salad with pears, prosciutto, burrata, and pecans, it was delicious. My husband had the chicken parmigiana and it was amazing, cooked to perfection. I had the saffron risotto and swordfish special which was also amazing, great flavor!! We can't wait to go back and will bring our friends and family. Thank you Lucia, you have put Divina Cucina at the top of our list for great food & service!!

I'm not Italian, but I'm beginning to think their cuisine makes me wish I was. This place does a…read morelot of things well, but the way our food came out, I could write a novel about the art of beautifully plated food. Our waiter was almost absurdly attentive, making sure my arnold palmer was near bottomless, and literally every dish we ordered, I would have licked the plate were it not considered so crass. However, with every bite of food, I felt myself breathing a sigh of relief there was still so much to try. I could go on and on about how well the plates had their flavors very well planned, and while I would love too, sometimes it's best to let the pictures do the talking this time. The cheese in my burrata and mozzarella pizza paired very nicely with some olive oil and I'll admit I was delighted they had these balsamic vinegar and Oliver oil glass containers to pour from that were so charming. To top it off, the place is beautifully designed. A little summer heat never killed anyone, but it was such a nice day to enjoy good food. There's a reason this place calls itself the divine kitchen... Absolutely try the dessert too, it somehow tastes even better than it looks... Cheers!

Wasn't really sure what to expect, but was super pleasantly surprised by the food. Service was…read moregreat and the food was tasty, with fresh pastas and well proportioned pizzas and salads. Feels like a classic, upscale Italian restaurant. But, parking is annoying and you have to pay at least $5, even with validation at self park. Valet is even more!

I've been coming here for a while, but the service keeps getting worse. The staff are dismissive…read moreand act like they couldn't care less that you're dining with them--minimal engagement, little follow-up, and an overall checked-out attitude. On top of that, they were completely out of soda at 7:30 PM. How does a restaurant run out of soda that early in the evening? It's a basic item. What really frustrates me is the expectation of a full 20% tip no matter how poor the service is. Tipping used to reflect the quality of the experience; now it just feels like a mandatory add-on to the bill. Maybe if tips actually had to be earned through attentiveness, the staff would care a bit more about the people sitting at their tables. Disappointing to see a place I once liked slide into the "crappy service is fine as long as you still tip" trend. Hard to justify coming back when even the basics aren't covered.

I found out about this restaurant through one of my Yelp friends who didn't have the best…read moreexperience here. I was reading this page and saw mixed reviews, so I decided to try it with my son and make my own determination. They have no parking but thankfully we found a spot on the side street. The restaurant is located on the ground level of an apartment building. They also have outdoor seating, but we sat inside. One restroom each for men/women (and super clean). We walked in and got a pleasant greeting from Mia. She was HANDS DOWN the best part of this experience and provided stellar customer service. She is so young and has a bright future ahead of her. Mia treated us with genuine kindness and was a pleasure to talk to during our dinner. She made sure we were well taken care of and our orders were to our exact specifications. This restaurant is very lucky to have someone as good as her working there. For our appetizers, we got the Cesar Salad ($17), Parmesan on the side, and Bruschetta ($17). I also asked Mia if they bring complimentary bread to the table and she said they do, upon request. She asked if we wanted olive oil or butter and I chose butter. My son and I both enjoyed the Bruschetta and thought it tasted very good. The bread was nicely toasted and the tomatoes were seasoned well. It was also a good portion, easily shareable between 2-3 people. The salad wasn't our favorite and we've definitely had better at other restaurants. The lettuce didn't taste too fresh and the dressing wasn't really that good. The portion size was good, though. For my entrée, I got the Spicy Rigatoni ($22) but I asked for it to be light on the spice and added shrimp (+$12). It tasted fine, nothing really to write home about. I had to ask Mia to microwave it for a minute because it wasn't hot. My son ordered the Chicken Parmigiana ($23) but asked for the chicken to be grilled instead of breaded. He said he enjoyed his dish and the tomato sauce had a good amount of garlic in it. For dessert, Mia was kind enough to bring out a complimentary Key Lime Cheesecake since she found out my son is celebrating his birthday in a few days. She was seriously impeccable. Honestly, the place is just really drab and boring. There isn't much decor and it feels like a slightly elevated diner that serves beer and wine. It was a Friday night and there was no one in there/no pickup orders. We were there from about 7:30pm-10pm when they closed and only 3 other parties came in. There is no music playing, which makes the atmosphere even more drab and lifeless. Its also super cold in there and I asked Mia to adjust the AC and even after she did, it was still cold. It's not an upbeat type of place at all but the food is decent and Mia's service is the best part. She herself is 10/5 stars, but for my overall experience, I'll stick with 4 stars this time.

I think it is important to update this review because I got a detailed and thoughtful message from…read moreBelle, the owner. She explained that they were short-staffed and had two brand new servers last Sunday and that she was frantically trying to take care of the cooking and the serving as well as greeting newcomers. That explanation makes sense and had we known that, we might have chosen to forego the reservation that day or not been upset. I appreciate her taking the time to get back to us and being so candid and self-effacing. It seems it was a confluence of unfortunate factors that led to us having a sub-par experience at a respected restaurant.

We had such an amazing experience at Ma's! The customer service alone was 5 stars, and we would…read moreabsolutely come back. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted so warmly. Every single host and waiter we interacted with was welcoming, friendly, and genuinely kind. We travel often and have eaten at restaurants all over the world, and Ma's truly stood out. The ambiance was everything, the food was top tier, and the portions were generous--but what really made the experience was the staff. They made an already great meal 10x better. We will definitely be stopping by again the next time we're in town. Thank you to everyone at Ma's for going above and beyond and making our experience so memorable!

Decided to treat my boyfriend to some Italian food for his birthday and wanted to try Ma's Italian…read moreKitchen in Burbank! We were lucky enough to be greeted so warmly by the owner. I'm not sure if reservations are required but made one just in case :) The ambiance was so intimate and cozy. I loved the dim lighting and how spaced out the tables were. Though it did get a bit loud towards the end of the night (more customers), it wasn't too overwhelming. We received complimentary garlic knots and water delivered to our table upon arrival! Amazing service For appetizers, we ordered one of the specials, Fried Gnocchi and a Small Caesar Salad to share (good for 2). Also ordered a glass of Prosecco Rose (so good)! Our server Carlos was absolutely the best! He suggested the dinner specials and other dishes he highly recommended. I ordered one of the dinner specials, Pesto Risotto and added some grilled chicken! The chicken was cooked to perfection. My boyfriend ordered the Rigatoni Bolognese, which was cooked for six-hours, a very rustic yet comforting taste. The food was so warm and fresh! Definitely took my time experiencing every bite! I did mention in my reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and my boyfriend received a Butterscotch Budino and a birthday performance for dessert, so delicious! I've spent most of my life working in restaurants and I just want to say that EVERYONE was amazing. Our server, the runners, the bussers, and of course the chefs! What an amazing team, your hardwork does not go unnoticed. Watching everyone interact with one another made my experience so great :) We'll definitely be coming back to try everything on the menu!

Bliss! I have been a…read morecustomer here for well over 50 years! Love the Minestrone soup - it is absolutely delicious always served piping hot with delicious crusty bread! Then a small green salad ask for Italian dressing if you're not a fan of the Creamy Garlic house dressing. I am personally a fan of the manicotti as it is made from a crepe and filled with delicious cheeses and has a red gravy and mornay sauce on it! But I also am a fan of the baked mostaccoili too! So many choices!

Scarantino's is a true Glendale landmark, an old-school restaurant that has been serving the…read morecommunity since 1967. Four of us arrived for dinner right as the doors opened on a Saturday night, and while the food is excellent, I really wish they were open for lunch and dinner. The experience is solid old-school Italian exactly as you would expect; the interior, from the booths and tables to the decor, hasn't changed in over 50 years. This place holds deep personal significance for me. My parents used to come here, and we visited often with my stepfather when he was alive. I have great family memories tied to this space. Our meal started traditionally with a bread basket served with cold butter. Because I was saving my appetite for a food charity event later that night, I stuck with the antipasto salad, while my mom and sisters enjoyed the chicken parmigiano, chicken piccata, and veal parmigiana. The food quality remains high, and the service was great. We enjoyed quick, polite service from a server who looked after us well. It is a wonderful spot for anyone looking for a nostalgic, quality meal in a setting that feels frozen in time.

Catrina really took care of us, service was great. Came for my boyfriend's bday brunch and she went…read moreabove and beyond to make it special. Food was great as well, had chilaquiles, chickpea hash, Brussels sprouts and the bread pudding (with a candle of course). Will definitely be back when in the area

Loved the food and Phil was a great server! He had great recommendations for food and made ordering…read moresuper easy, especially since I am vegetarian. He was also super friendly which made the experience even better. Shout out to Francesca as well. She gave us some menu suggestions while we were still waiting for our table which was nice. Another person named Oscar also checked in on us every now and then and gave some great drink recs. I loved the food, but it really was the people that made my time at Bacari so memorable!

We had a great time there. Bella provided us with amazing service. I ordered the short ribs, and my…read moredate had the Salmon, and both dishes were delicious. The deserts were amazing as well.

amazing service from david! the service is great and very attentive with everything! will for sure…read morebe coming back!

I've been to Portobello's Cuisine before, and this time I decided to make a reservation for my…read moreparent's anniversary , and I'm so glad I did! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel incredibly welcomed. Their customer service is excellent , kind, and attentive throughout the entire evening. When I made the reservation, I included a note saying that we were celebrating a special anniversary and requested that after dinner they bring one spumoni ice cream cake for the celebration and one additional cake for the guests to share. It was a big surprise because, that's exactly what they did! The way they brought out the cakes made it such a sweet and thoughtful surprise. We all loved it, and had an amazing dinner night celebration . The food was absolutely delicious , from the appetizers to the main courses, everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I have to say dessert was very yummy , it was the spumoni ice cream cake we all enjoyed it !! Very flavorful and had that crunchy cookie part texture!! My parents enjoyed their special night, and it meant so much to see how happy they were. The place was clean and inviting, and the service was so organized and thoughtful , every little detail was taken care of without us ever feeling rushed. We all had a wonderful time!! Thank you to the entire team at Portobello's Cuisine for making my parents anniversary celebration seem very special!! This place also has an beautiful outdoor patio and indoor place to sit , it's very nice and cozy !! I'll continue coming back and recommending this place to friends and family. If you're looking for a restaurant with fantastic service, delicious meals, and a welcoming place, Portobello's Cuisine is the perfect choice.

Hands down one of the best pizzas we have tried in a long time…read more We were approached with a welcoming smile of the management who recommended couple of items off of the menu, then our waiter came over and told us about different wines, pizzas and etc. We ended up with a basic pizza which was great . Along with wine and sparkling water. Calm ambiance with nice calming lighting. Very clean and well maintained . Highly recommended. We will be back

Ca' Del Sole is one of Southern California's best-kept secrets and, without question, one of my…read morefavorite restaurants. Tucked away in an unexpected corner of North Hollywood, you walk through the entrance and suddenly feel as though you've been transported to a breathtaking Italian garden. The ambiance is absolutely magical and easily ranks among my top 10 dining experiences in Southern California. I've been coming here for well over a decade, and it has never lost its charm. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic date night, meeting friends for brunch, or simply treating yourself to an unforgettable meal, Ca' Del Sole delivers every single time. The food is exceptional. Every dish is beautifully prepared with the quality, elegance, and attention to detail you'd expect from an upscale restaurant in France or Italy--but at prices that are surprisingly reasonable. It's rare to find a restaurant that feels this luxurious without the luxury price tag. Their brunch is outstanding, dinner is absolutely spectacular, and every meal feels like an occasion. The service is equally impressive. It's not unusual to spot an A-list celebrity dining here, but what I love most is that everyone is treated like a VIP. The hospitality is warm, genuine, and consistently exceptional. The staff has a way of making every guest feel welcome, appreciated, and completely taken care of. I especially love the beautiful cabanas and garden patio. It's one of those places where you find yourself lingering because you simply don't want the experience to end. Honestly, part of me wants to keep Ca' Del Sole a secret so I can always get a table--but restaurants this special deserve to be celebrated. If you're looking for incredible food, world-class service, unforgettable ambiance, and one of the most romantic dining experiences in Los Angeles, this is the place. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back, and if I could, I'd happily celebrate every special occasion here.

(Dined 06/18/26 TH @ 12:30pm): The Northern Italian cuisine served at this house was as hot as the…read moresun! A realtor I recently worked with to sell two properties wanted to catch up and present me with a little something for the opportunity at Ca' Del Sole. I'd driven by this place since I often worked in the area or used the streets as a shortcut of sorts, while this was relatively close to his office in Studio City. Opened in 1994 by restaurateur Rudolfo Costella and fellow Venetian Master Chef Antonio Tommasi, the idea was to offer a glimpse into the atmosphere, cuisine, and culture of Northern Italy and a Venetian country inn in the center of the San Fernando Valley. Costella has since expanded his empire with a few more restaurants in Phoenix, AZ and Southern California, respectively. Would I feel at home under the guise of the warm Northern Italian sun!? PURCHASE(S) Breads & Dipping Sauce (COMP): Fresh puffy warm breads and an olive tapenade dipping sauce was a beautiful way to get this lunch started! It was refillable, but we were good. Peroni Nastro Azzurro Pale Lager Beer 5.1% ABV 12floz Bottle ($7.00): Amber honey color, honey malty aroma, light body, light bready malty flavor, clean effervescent finish, and a light malty sweet aftertaste. An easy Italian birra! Squash Blossoms 3pc ($21.95): We shared this lovely appetizer that was airy and lightly fried with a creamy sauce bed. I loved this creative healthy dish! Minestrone Soup Bowl ($13.50): Loaded with a bunch of fresh vegetables and a low-sodium broth, this was hearty and simple, but I liked my realtor's soup more. Asparagus Soup Bowl ($13.50): My realtor let me try his soup, which was an odd nuclear-yellow color, creamy, light, and silky smooth - heavenly! Shrimp Fusilli ($23.95): Homemade green fusilli and medium shrimp in a buttery creamy sauce topped with grated cheese, the portion was smaller than expected, but each bite was blissful, and I used the bread to wipe down my bowl! Salmon Farfalle ($23.95): My realtor let me try his heaping entree portion of thick chunks of tender salmon and velvety pasta in a butternut squash sauce - yummy Valet Parking ($7.00): Cash only, there weren't any other onsite options. SERVICE Once we arrived for our reservation, the lovely young hostess sat us in a relaxing cabana outside in the back patio where we were greeted by a friendly older gentleman server armed with menus and glasses of water. We took forever to order (sorry!), so he went over the specials, which we pretty much ordered from. Our drinks and bread basket arrived quickly followed by the appetizer, then our soups, and finally our entrees all spaced out as they checked on us regularly. Everything was casual and professional - grazie! PARKING ($7.00; valet only): They had a private lot. Otherwise, I should've done what my realtor did and parked along the main drag of Cahuenga Blvd. with meters - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A deceptively large layout once you entered the waiting area with a separate bar area nearby, an indoor dining area off in another direction, and then the amazing outdoor dining area with its mix of cabanas and open-air tables among plants and trees. Obviously, there was plenty of natural light outside (I couldn't say about the inside) while various electric lights covered the rest. It had a very European relaxed feel. I saw a TV in the bar area but couldn't recall any background music other than the street traffic. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was so happy to finally try Ca' Del Sole and couldn't wait to return, especially to try their Happy Hour (MO-FR 5pm-Close in the bar lounge area only; everything $5.00). The food was awesome, the menu selection was vast, the prices were a touch elevated, the atmosphere was European casual, and the service was top-notch. Plus, I preferred to support small mom & pop businesses whenever possible (sure, they owned a few other restaurants). I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $127.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS