The food here is absolutely amazing! If you are looking for truly authentic Italian cuisine, I highly recommend this restaurant.

My BIL was visiting, and he wanted Italian. I haven't had a lot of experience in Italian restaurants in Reno, strangely, because I love Italian cuisine. So, naturally, we yelped and decided on La Famiglia. Despite it was a Friday evening, and without a reservation, we were seated after a short wait. I had a Linguine Mare, and it was so good I'm still wooing about it. From the appetizer (roasted Brussels sprouts) to salad, lasagna, and ravioli.... everything was top notch. I should also note that the lasagna BIL couldn't finish was still tender and delicious two days later, warmed up at home. The service was excellent too. Interestingly, they close very early at 8:30 so plan your visit accordingly. read more

La Famiglia - Linguine Mare. THE BEST. - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

This place is a gem. Great ambiance, john the owner is great acknowledging everyone. The food is fantastic. You can tell they take pride in cooking such great food!! Nancy, our waitress was so sweet and she took such good care of us. Its our new favorite place in Reno read more

Absolutely amazing place! I work in the industry and had some guests at my restaurant recommend La Famiglia, so I decided to stop by on my night off. The ambiance here is top tier, almost feels like you're transported to Little Italy. I chose to sit in the bar area being a party of one and it was the perfect, cozy space. The bartender was my server and he did an amazing job. I ordered the escargot style lobster first -- and it was INCREDIBLE. Easily one of the top 10 best things I've ever had. For my entree, I chose the truffle mushrooms with chicken and it was phenomenal. Cannot wait to go back -- and absolutely will be putting this on my short list of fav places in Reno. read more

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We had a fabulous time with them. We hadn't been in a while but we found that it was still amazing as always!! We started with the calamari and arugula and beet salad both were fantastic. I had the Mare linguine that was outstanding and the wife had the lasagna she said was fabulous! We left room for some tiramisu and coffee both were very enjoyable. We also decided that we shouldn't wait so long to go back. read more

I love La Famiglia. It is old school in the best possible way; white linen table clothes, classic Italian dishes perfectly executed, super friendly staff, and the best wine list in Reno. For a perfect night out, this is it read more

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I've been past this restaurant many times and I always wanted to try it. I finally got to and I was able to enjoy a delicious dinner. Very happy to find a good lasagna where you can choose from having simple marinara or a bolognese sauce. We chose the bolognese and it was a perfect addition to the cheese lasagna. Plenty of cheese and sauce, the cheese pull was crazy. The veal Marsala was delicious, tender, and had great flavor. The sauce was rich in flavor somewhat lemony with plenty of mushrooms and coated the pasta perfectly. The pasta seemed to be very fresh and had great texture. We arrived 20 minutes after their 5 pm opening without reservations on a Friday and we had the option to choose the bar area which was great for us. The drinks were delicious. The basil mojito was very refreshing. The old fashioned was perfect and traditional. Great waiter and attentive. Helped me choose and offered me a good drink. Good Italian restaurant with a semi casual atmosphere. read more

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I was there for an event. The service was excellent. They kept everyone's water and wine filled and accommodated the deviations from the planned menu. I had the chicken piccata which had a really good sauce and tender chicken. I really liked the fact that they use Angel hair pasta instead of linguini as the pasta in the dishes because I like my pasta lighter. The tiramisu dessert was wonderful. read more

La Famiglia - Steak and scampi with French fries - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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We brought out-of-town family visitors to La Famiglia. We all had a great experience with our different entree choices because everything was so delicious. Our family guests were definitely impressed. One dish that stood out was the lasagna because of the delicate noodles and layering---he said it was the best lasagna he had ever had. My hubby and I ordered our very favorites dishes there which included the chicken marsala and the baked penne. My cousin ordered the salmon special and she loved it too. It was perfectly prepared and the salmon had a great grilled flavor. Everyone loved their Caesar salads too. Service from Ben was attentive. The dining room soon filled up with diners. Having reservations made sure we got a table on a busy Saturday evening. My visiting family wants to return the next time they are in Reno! We'll be back soon too! There are still so many more things to try on the menu. read more

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Service was amazing and fast. We loved the selection of wines and liquor. We saw several birthdays being celebrated. I had the special Spicy Sausage Rigatoni and it was perfect. The drinks were great and hit the spot! read more

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Pro's: Great venue for before a show at Pioneer Center and food is solid, consistent, delicious. Con's: None Go back?: For sure More... We just really enjoyed our meal. We sat at the bar and that was totally fun. Check out the photos of the THICK parmesan cheese on the Caesar and that beautiful scallop risotto...yum! read more

What a wonderful night of excellent food and fantastic service! The ambiance was relaxing. The food came out piping hot and was delicious. Best baked penne I've had in a very long time. My wife special ordered chicken marsala instead of veal and she loved it. The caesar salad was very nice, and the Moretti was cold. Our server Julio was super friendly and a class act. Met the owner John on the way out and he was very friendly. Everyone we came into contact with was top notch. We'll be back for our next Italian craving! Thanks La Famiglia! read more

We came here before the theater. It was our first time and we brought family with us. Reservation was made through OpenTable. When we arrived we were among the first to get there. Within 15-30 mins the place was getting packed; 18 tables in the main area, 5 more in the side room, and then some high tops on the bar area. It was nice and you don't feel crowded by the other tables. Our server was nice and had a good amount of tables. I asked in the beginning if there was a way to do the linguini with clams without butter and instead use olive oil or something. She said that she would check, but never came back with an answer. I ended up going with the salmon special that had a red pesto and pasta. When it came out the "pesto" sauce was not what I was expecting and it had cream in it. I had said that I was lactose intolerant and couldn't do dairy...I also noted this on our reservation through OpenTable. I ended up eating just the salmon off it and they eventually brought me out some pasta with olive oil and garlic. The salmon was perfectly cooked. The rest of the table had fantastic dishes too (linguine mare, Marsala di Vitello, and vitello piccata). We also received complimentary bread which came out warm and ordered some drinks. Overall it was a great experience. I'd go back and be even more proactive about asking about dairy free options. read more

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Had a group dinner here. I'm not a wine drinker, but many enjoyed the selection. The lasagna bolognese had decent flavor. One coworker enjoyed her mushroom filled pasta in cream sauce, another coworker had steak and did not care for it--but you're at an Italian restaurant, not a steakhouse. All the dishes were HUGE portions, so you will not go hungry. Pass on the chocolate mousse--it was grainy and unappealing. Service was top notch and made up for some of the meal's shortcomings. read more

Everything was great! Our server Julio did an amazing job and also was really friendly and always checking on us! The ambiance was wonderful! This restaurant has been here for almost 28 years as Virginia said the manager! She was really helpful and really kind as well! The food that we have ordered were all delicious! The fried ravioli was amazing! And the scallop risotto was also the highlight of the night! We will definitely be back here when we come visit Reno again! And I highly recommend this place if you are craving for a nice italian night out and or a nice date night with your loved ones! read more

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Pretty neat little Italian restaurant in downtown. Came here to celebrate my friend's birthday and she was happy. We ordered the rigatoni special with added shrimp and lobster raviolis. The sauce was a bit on the wetter side. We prefer creamier sauce but it was really good regardless. They forgot to give us bread when we asked. Server was friendly and attentive. read more

La Famiglia - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Stopped in to grab some dinner this evening the gentleman looked at my little daughter and then looked at us and told us since we do not have a reservation he could not help us. There is nothing on the website that says reservations only no walk ins, maybe they should make it known that walk in are not welcome or maybe family's with kids are not welcome! Oh well won't be giving this business a try and definitely will not recommended it to any of my friends with families either. Their loss another restaurant will get our business! read more

La Famiglia truly lives up to its name--this place feels like family the moment you walk in. We came for the lobster ravioli, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked--it was the kind of dish that makes you slow down and savor every bite. The meal started off strong with fresh bread that was so warm and delicious, we could've eaten a whole basket. And huge shoutout to Ben, our server--he was incredibly kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even more memorable. read more

La Famiglia - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Amazing food. Great service. Zoe is amazing. Peaceful bar area. Favorite place to go when I'm in Reno for work. read more

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We had a great experience. Went with a large party for a birthday celebration. Food was terrific, drinks went down easy, service was excellent. Would repeat. read more

La Famiglia was such a great experience! From the appetizers to the entrées to the drinks, everything was exceptional. Each dish was flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. The service was a 10/10 -- the staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and consistently checked in on us throughout the night without ever feeling overbearing. We absolutely loved the ambiance. It felt warm, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed night out. Between the amazing food, attentive service, and overall vibe, we truly had a wonderful time. The only downside is that during downtown events, traffic can get a bit crowded and parking may be limited, so plan ahead. Other than that, it was a fantastic experience and definitely worth visiting! read more

Hubby and I finally returned to enjoy dinner before a show at the cozy bar. We did make reservations as they are typically busy on show nights - glad they noted my request for bar seats. Our Negroni and Calamari were delicious! The chicken parm was a bit dry but we'll be forgiving as others enjoyed their meals around the bar. Considering how busy the bar was, Matt was very friendly and attentive. Show night note: We arrived just before 6pm and the bar had plenty of open spots but was full in 15 minutes. With the show starting at 7:30pm, the bar clears out around 7:15pm. read more

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The service was good. The highlight was the Gorgonzola Filet. Very delicious and tender. The green beans that came with it were cooked to perfection, still snappy a bit and not soggy. The potatoes were nice and soft on the inside and the right amount of crisp on the outside. The ciopino was very tasty as well with ample seafood. The affogato was the perfect way to finish off the meal. The inside was nice and roomy, the use of space is very good. Good location the parking can be a bit challenging depending on the time you come and the events going on in the area. I will definitely be back for that gorgonzola filet. Thank you. read more

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La Famiglia has long been regarded as one of the finest dining establishments in town, but my recent experience revealed a shocking lack of professionalism and care that left me questioning how such a poorly run operation has earned its reputation. On what should have been a joyous birthday celebration, the restaurant delivered the worst dining experience of my life. Despite arriving early for a 6:15 reservation to allow ample time for an 8 PM show at the Pioneer Center, my party and I endured a humiliating evening of negligence, miscommunication, and outright disregard for our time and needs. From the outset, I informed our server of our time constraints and was reassured there would be no issue. That reassurance was meaningless. It took over an hour just to place our entrée order, and the server was so inattentive that three of my guests had to get up to track down someone--anyone--to address drink orders that had been ignored for 40 minutes. By 7:40, with no food in sight, the manager finally arrived to assure us that "it would only be a few more minutes." This dismissive comment completely ignored the fact that we had a disabled person in our party, making her follow-up remark about the theater being a "30-second walk" even more tone-deaf and offensive. This kind of chaos could perhaps be excused on an unexpectedly busy night, but only if the front-of-house staff stepped up to manage the situation. Instead, there was zero communication or effort to accommodate our needs. A well-trained staff would have proactively warned us of kitchen delays, recommended adjustments, or even suggested other dining options when it became clear the kitchen could not keep pace. Instead, we were strung along, forced to leave hungry, humiliated, and thoroughly disappointed. The root of the problem lies in the restaurant's glaring lack of accountability. The staff was untrained, the service abysmal, and the management oblivious. Blaming the kitchen for the disaster is unacceptable. Leadership and preparation are what separate truly exceptional establishments from those that merely rest on their laurels. La Famiglia failed in every conceivable way. This isn't just a bad review; it's a wake-up call for a restaurant that claims to set the standard for fine dining in this community. If they can't deliver on that promise, they'll quickly find their reputation going the way of their service: down the drain. read more

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I would highly recommend La Famiglia. I took my family here after a devastating time in our lives and the entire team went out of their way to make sure we were well cared for. I'm very grateful for the extra time they spent on us and the compassion they had toward us. I had spaghetti and meatballs which is a great comfort food having grown up with an Italian grandmother. I would definitely order it again. The pictures I posted were from a different visit. La Famiglia is a great restaurant for Italian seafood. The lobster ravioli had a good amount of lobster and great presentation. We look forward to dining with you all again. Thank you. read more

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We had been here years ago but had forgotten how amazing La Famiglia really is. We had an opportunity to visit the restaurant with friends, the best way to enjoy Italian. The restaurant is quaint, with a touch of the old world and a splash of today. On this night, the wait staff were just as great as I remembered. Prompt, cordial and authentic. Viva Italia! I had the Lasagna Bolognese. Prepared to perfection, the taste of the noodles, cheese and Bolognese was magnifico. My wife had the Sea Bass, a special of the evening. On the whole, I don't think this was their best dish, more trout than Sea Bass. Others at the table had the Ravioli and Salmon (another special) and one of our friends had the Spaghetti Squash with Sausage. While I didn't try it, this dish looked absolutely amazing. Located directly across from the Pioneer Center, La Famiglia makes for a great night out any night but a clear no brainer when combined with a show at the Pioneer. Bravo La Famiglia. Bravo. read more

How did we forget about you?? After a long hiatus we made it back! What a pleasure. Cozy atmosphere, great seeing, good food and nice wine selection. We enjoyed the Cesar salad, pasta, garlic bread a bottle of wine and cocktails. Reasonable prices for the quality. Definitely worth it. read more

La Famiglia is a really good restaurant to go eat at if you are looking for tasty Italian food. Everybody in our group loved their dinner. My husband ordered their steak and he said it was better than some of the steak houses around town. He's a steak snob! And he says they really know what they are doing when cooking steak. The staff is friendly and we had outstanding service from our waitress. We will definitely be coming back for dinner there again. read more

We were finally able to dine at La Famiglia, after having it on our list for years. It is a small restaurant, and very popular, so getting a reservation is not easy. The ambiance is old school Italian with white tablecloth elegance. Our assistant waiter poured our water the minute we sat down, and made sure our water glasses never got less than half full. He was quick to provide bread plates and any items we might need. The restaurant filled quickly right after opening, but our server handled it with professionalism and charm. We were given delicious bread to sop up the high quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar that is on the table. We tried not to eat much, to leave room. We ordered the Carpaccio as an appetizer, and it was outstanding. We both ordered House Salads and honestly, they were exceptional. The dressing was delicate, the lettuce mix fresh and crisp, and they had cranberries sprinkled in it. My husband ordered the Veal Piccata and he said it was the best he ever had. He also raved about the vegetables that came with the dish. I had a taste of the veal piccata and agree. I had the Lobster Ravioli and it was very good. I was grateful it was not huge portions because I was really getting full. This restaurant is right across the street from the Pioneer Center and is the perfect place to have a special dinner before seeing a concert or event. read more

La Famiglia - Lobster Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Was seeing a show at Pioneer center so decided to stop here for dinner since it's so close by. It was hopping in there, unsurprisingly since it was a Saturday night, but we got seated right away. Our server was so wonderful, she asked if we were seeing the show and made a point to get our order in as soon as possible so that we didn't have to worry about missing our show. Things like that are above and beyond to me! The cannoli was to die for, I rarely can finish a plate but I somehow finished every bite of this because I couldn't stop! My daughter had the Alfredo and wasn't a huge fan, she did have to add extra salt and pepper. She's picky though, so I take that with a grain of salt. All in all, we will definitely be back again. read more

Went to La Famiglia to celebrate my son's most recent accomplishment. Overall the food was great. The only entree I do not recommend is the Lasagna. It consisted of multiple layers of pasta and cheese only. The ground beef was added to the sauce. I prefer the ground beef inside the Lasagna. Everyone else in my party enjoyed their food. Julio, the server was outstanding. The staff is very friendly. Can't wait to go back to this small and friendly restaurant. read more

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La Famiglia continues to delight with excellent food and service each time. We usually dine here once a month. They truly are like family, I even received a call when there was a potential that they couldn't accommodate us in the private room, a cozy little nook lined with wine racks we preferred (turned out we were seated there after all). read more

First time to this restaurant and it was very good. Nice atmosphere inside with white tablecloth service and an impressive wine list. It's a little smaller-about 20 tables-and it gets busy so reservations are recommended. Complimentary bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar was served first. We had the burrata plate as our appetizer and it was very good with fresh tomatoes. My husband had clam chowder next which he loved. Our entrees were lobster ravioli (with a whole lobster tail) and veal scallopini-both delicious. Service was outstanding and the house wine by the glass very good. Can't wait to return to try more of their menu. read more

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Stumbled across this spot by accident and it turned out to be an extremely happy accident. The restaurant has a traditional modern Italian style feel. Service was excellent from start to finish, the food was delicious and priced very reasonably. I was reminded by my favorite Italian restaurant in queens and the girls and I will definitely be back soon! P.S. Parking during the day is metered but free after six. Would also recommend asking a reservation as it was pretty busy tonight. read more

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Love it. Always our go to place before a concert. The waitress was always at tentative with a big smile. My friend's lobster ravioli and my Linguine alle Vongle are so beautiful and delicious. We were there quite early, so it's very quiet and serene. But we had been there when it's packed, still peacefully enjoying our meals read more

La Famiglia - Lobster ravioli - Italian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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What a gem! Welcoming staff, superb ambience and the food is fabulous. Last night the three of us all enjoyed our dinner. And the mixed drinks and on point too. We will be there again soon! Love the music also read more

A delicious evening. My husband and I have been wanting to try this place for a long time and just decided to try our luck. We arrived at 5pm on a Friday. We had no reservation but they were able to seat us. I would recommend reservations for others, all the other tables were booked up. A half bottle of wine, fresh bread, delicious pastas and desserts were the spread for the evening. The ravioli and cannoli were the king of the show. The chicken parm was tasty, as were the garlic green beans, but the penne pasta it was served with was just okay. The ravioli was remarkable! Mascarpone and basil! Yum! If you are interested in a fancy evening of delicious Italian food, I would recommend giving La Famiglia a try! Parking can be an issue, as it's next to the pioneer center and the court house. read more

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La Familia is hands-down one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Reno... My favorite is their beef carpaccio and recently I was able to try the veal. We love this restaurant for date night! The service is great and the staff is extremely friendly must try! read more

Gayle and I had 5:30 reservations (through Google) at Coconut Downtown last night and well before the 7 PM performance of Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the very nearby Pioneer Center. Yet when we arrived, the door was locked and a sign informed us that it was closed, due to the chef being in an accident. Thinking quickly, we stepped over to La Famiglia, which had a full dining room, but with available tables at the bar in the next room. We snagged a nice high table by the window and proceeded to have a most enjoyable meal prior to the show. The only thing we might have done differently would have been to order a better glass of wine besides the inexpensive, yet unremarkable white and red house choices. Past that, everything was fabulous, including friendly and interactive service, a great pork chop entree that Gayle ordered and a delicious and very filling baked penne for me. We loved the room, the view, our romantic date, and the energy of other patrons who were also going to see Grinch later in the evening. That show (clocking in at 85 minutes) was very entertaining and fun, of which La Famiglia was a perfect pre-show experience of its own. We had previously made reservations at La Famiglia for January 3 prior to the performance of "Six" at the Pioneer Center. We very much look forward to trying other temping choices on their menu. read more

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Came here to celebrate for dinner and the food was amazing! Our server was very sweet and attentive, however timing was a little off (we received our appetizer before our drinks or even water). But the food made up for the fact! The lobster appetizer melted in your mouth and the scallops with risotto was phenomenal. I tried the lobster ravioli and those were great too. We had planned to have wine but the timing of our cocktails pushed it off. Finished with the creme brulee and we were so stuffed. read more