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    La Tavolata

    4.3 (1.6k reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Desserts
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Classy
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Brock H.

    Went back to La Tavolata on a date for the first time in a while. I'm biased, Italian food is my favorite so I love this place. Reasonably priced pasta dishes. Ordered some appetizers and a bottle of Chianti. The servers were kind, pleasant, and professional. We had reservations but didn't seem like there was a wait and it was mostly packed. Very pleasant and nicely lit vibe. If you're looking for a pasta evening, I highly recommend trying this place out at least once.

    Pappardelle Vodka
    Alexa Q.

    La Tavolata has been my go-to for handmade pasta since they opened in Cerritos years ago, so this visit was a bit surprising. I ordered my usual Pappardelle Vodka, but the noodles were overcooked, and the sauce was very milky/lacking flavor. It's normally perfectly balanced, so this was unexpected. We also tried the Scaloppine de Pollo al Limone (similar to a chicken piccata dish). The chicken was juicy, and the sauce had amazing flavor, but the pasta tasted more like ramen noodles than spaghetti, which threw us off. Still giving this 4 stars since this is the first time this happened, and I'm thinking it was just an off day.

    Scaloppine di Pollo al Limone
    Marie W.

    The restaurant is small with a cozy, intimate, and homey vibe. They are known for their authentic, fresh hand made pasta. Staff were nice and friendly but slow. Our server seemed distracted and/or overwhelmed. We started with garlic bread with bruschetta and a side of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Good but a bit hard. We ordered: 1) Penne alla Salsiccia: penne pasta with pink sauce, chicken and sausage. 6/10. Chicken was a bit dry. Less meat but a lot of pasta. Taste alright. (I could have sworn my friend ordered the Pappardelle Vodka) hmm 2) Spaghetti alla Carbonara: 5/10 the noodles were overcooked instead of el dente. It was soggy and too creamy that it made my experience disappointing. 3) Chicken dish Scaloppine di Pollo al Limone: 5/10. The chicken was very dry. Taste was not appetizing. Experience was disappointing. 4) Spaghetti ai Frutti Di Mare: 7/10. Combination of clams, mussels, and Shrimps. Our experience was very mediocre. A bit disappointing. I was looking forward for some Italian delicacies. Im not sure if i want to come back. They're not that cheap either

    Fettuccini Compleanno
    Lisa Y.

    I found my new favorite local Italian spot! We made a reservation for a Friday evening and were seated upon arrival. After ordering, they brought us some of their garlic bread with bruschetta on top. They also give you a little dish of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The bread was yummy, and I love that you can ask for more! I was eyeing the Spaghetti alla Cammorista that has spicy tomato sauce and chile-garlic shrimp. I wasn't sure how spicy it would be, so our server said they could adjust the spice level to make it less spicy. She also said she would bring some chili flakes on the side in case I wanted to add more spice. It wasn't spicy at all, so I don't think ordering it as is would be too spicy! I appreciated how much shrimp they gave in this dish! The sauce was tasty, and you could tell that the pasta was freshly made. They also bring your parmesan cheese to add in if you'd like. Another dish that seems to come up over and over again on reviews is their Fettuccini Compleanno. It has spicy pink sauce shredded chicken, Andouille sausage, tasso ham, and shrimp. I can definitely see why this one is popular--its so good! The pink sauce is the perfect blend of acidity and creaminess. I enjoyed the variety of ingredients as well. Will definitely be ordering this one again! The servers are friendly and attentive, and we were checked on frequently throughout the meal. Looking forward to coming back again!

    Sophie O.

    This place is absolutely perfect! We ordered three different types of pasta and they were all so delicious! Our waitress was so friendly it really made the experience that much better. We found this place on a whim after a long day at Knott's and I cannot get over how cute the little spot was. Located in a plaza with lots of parking!

    Fettuccine compleanno
    Annie K.

    Ordered the house red wine, calamari, fettuccine compleanno, tortellini, spaghetti all'amatriciana, and tiramisu. The house red wine tasted great and was a good deal, and al the pastas were awesome. The calamari was pretty good and the tiramisu was ok. Overall, great experience with cozy atmosphere and great service. Parking in the lot was pretty easy on a Thursday night. Truly a gem in the neighborhood!

    Menu June 2025
    Ariana M.

    This is my new favorite local Italian restaurant. The interior is very homey and simple. My party of 6 easily made reservations a week in advance for a weekend dinner, but I think the wait time can be up to 45 minutes. Fairly small on the inside, so if you have a larger party than 4 I'd recommend making a reservation. They bring complimentary bread to your table while you wait for your food. We ordered the calamari, caesar salad, and caprese salad. Everything was good, but the caesar was a bit too salty. I ordered the Penne alla Salsiccia, which is penne pasta with pink sauce, chicken, and Italian sausage. It's my favorite dish from here. Others in my party ordered the Frutti Di Mare spaghetti, lasagna, fettucine alfredo, and more. Everything was good. Service was nice too. They consistently checked on us, refilled waters, and cleared plates. Highly recommend this pasta for great pasta, a nice ambiance, and friendly service.

    Complimentary bread
    Yuna J.

    Really good! The pasta tastes authentic and is surprisingly really tasty! I would pass on the seasonal(?) menu that they have, like the risotto, and stick with the classic stuff. The papardelle vodka was soooooo tasty. My frutti di mare was honestly pretty mid which I was disappointed by. The sauce tasted like ramen..

    Vivian F.

    The papardelle and pink sauce here are so good! My favorite dish is the fettuccini cumpleanno, but sub papardelle. The noodles are cooked to a perfect al dente and there is so so much flavor. The cumpleanno also has so much protein so it is a very good amount of food. Definitely one of my favorite pasta places in the area!

    Calamari Fritti, Complimentary Garlic Bread, Strawberry Lemonade
    Sarah D.

    I came here for the first time last night with a friend of mine and absolutely loved this little hidden gem! The service was quick and friendly. All of the food was HOT and steaming and fresh. You can taste the freshly hand made pasta. The sauces were rich and creamy and the flavors were so bold and delicious! Lots of fresh garlic on the garlic bread (vampires beware!) The strawberry lemonade was sweet yet refreshing for a warm, summer evening! The inside is pretty small, so make sur you come at a good time as I believe they are only open for dinner time. But you can also just see all the decor with the wine bottles and open kitchen concept just makes you feel like you are in Italy! Will definitely be coming back to trying other dishes because every single plate I seen that other people ordered looked absolutely delicious!

    Penne alla Salsiccia
    Andy V.

    My partner and I came to La Tavolata for our anniversary dinner! I've been once before years ago but truthfully did not remember my experience and I was looking forward to giving this spot another try. Location wise it's sandwiched in between many other businesses in a very busy strip mall. I found parking but I felt I was more lucky than anything else, seeing as it was a very packed lot. The space itself is a small, but charming location perfect for a date night or outing with friends. Since there aren't many tables, reservations seem like a must, but I was able to get a reservation no problem the night before (my reservation however was for a time slot half an hour before they closed so do what you will with that info). The service both over the phone and at the restaurant was stellar. Our server was friendly, helpful, and really great at his job! We ordered a bottle of wine, and he not only gave us recommendations but let us sample a few wines to help us make our selection. He was very attentive and definitely a standout during our visit. The food was also very solid. For starters we originally wanted a house salad, but since it was almost closing, we were told they were out of any salads with leaves. We opted for the Caprese Salad which was unfortunately a let down. While it's a very simple dish it really didn't mesh well overall and I've had way better Caprese salads at other Italian spots. The pasta however was definitely a winner! My Penne alla Salsiccia was tasty and was big enough for leftovers. My partner's Tortellini was also fantastic really hit its mark. Overall we were satisfied with our meal, we just might have enjoyed a different appetizer. La Tavolata is definitely a spot I'd return to again if I was looking for a tasty dinner in the area.

    Bolognese with Shrimp
    Connie T.

    I've always heard my coworker rave about this place, especially their pasta, so I had to check it out. They mentioned it requires reservations--and they were right. We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and, with a reservation, they were able to accommodate our party of eight. It's a small, cozy pasta spot, and all the pasta is made in-house. I ordered the pappardelle with vodka sauce and added chicken--absolutely delicious, and you could really taste the difference in the fresh, homemade pasta. My husband had the bolognese with shrimp, and it was just as tasty. We'll definitely be back to try more dishes!

    Insalara Caprese
    Kelly W.

    This restaurant is very busy and I wouldn't recommend coming here without a reservation. We got seated right away last night near the front of the restaurant by the kitchen so we had people passing by our table constantly. I would ask for a table off to the side next time. We started with the Insalata Caprese , and the Insalata Cesare. Both were excellent. The salad was very crisp and fresh and the dressing was not your typical ceasar, it was even better. We also ordered soup that never came so we had to take that off the bill at the end. For our entrees we got the following: Scaloppine di Pollo al Limone, Spaghetti alla Carbonara, and Spaghetti ai Frutti di Mare . We all loved our dishes. The portion sizes are very generous and you definitely get your money's worth here. The pasta is very fresh and the sauces are all delicious. We ended the meal with a Housemade Tiramisu, which was one of the best I've had in a long time. I'm looking forward to coming here again and trying different menu items.

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    Ask the Community - La Tavolata

    How to make a reservation?

    Call the restaurant directly

    Is outdoor seating available?

    No, they don't have outdoor seating.

    Is there any non-dairy/lactose free options?

    Can i make reservations online?

    No, to make a reservation, you can call them at (562) 924-8001. They don't take reservations online or through Instagram direct messages. Same day reservations are not accepted after 5PM and for parties of 4 or more they suggest making a reservation… Read more

    Is there any vegan options?

    No. I am pretty that the homemade pasta has egg or some type of dairy product that isn't vegan friendly. They can possibly make you a veggie dish but that would ruin the Italian experience of wanting pasta.

    Which pastas are homemade fresh?

    All of them, I recommend the lasagna

    Do they have lunch specials?

    Yes they do

    What is the wine corkage fee?

    Wine Corkage Fee at La Tavolata is $10

    Can we bring our own wine, and what is the corkage fee?

    Last time I checked, wine Corkage Fee at La Tavolata is $10

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes, they do and I don't think the group size matters. I have booked reservations for just 2 people before.

    Do they do any celebration for birthdays?

    Nope! They make you pay for your birthday dessert.

    Do they allow you to bring your own bottle? Do they have a corkage fee?

    Yes you are allowed to bring in your own bottle. The corkage fee is minimal, I believe maybe $15 at most. We have brought in a bottle a couple of times with no problems :)

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    Reliable spot for boba with a good variety of fruit tea, milk tea, smoothies, matcha, and soft…read moreserve. My go to's are the cookie milk tea, 7's mango pomelo, and 7's avocado on mango-- all depending on if I want a milk tea or something refreshing. I like how some of their drinks already come with toppings, like the avocado and mango pomelo smoothies that come with agar. Service is decent. We used the self-service tablet, so only communication was them saying hi and giving us our drinks. There's also no chairs or tables inside, but they do have some shared outside seating with the other nearby restaurants.

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    Me and my bf loooove going here for dessert, it's our go to when we don't know where to go for and…read moredon't want to look up new places. They have kiosks set up for customers as I know they do get busy sometimes. The only thing is the kiosk interface kind of bugs out or lags sometimes which can be annoying at times but besides that, wait isn't long and it is sooooo good! I like the q mochi bingsoo a lot, they have so many options that I don't even know where to start sometimes. Def recommend

    There was a similar review about a month ago, but my friend came to this cafe to study and was…read moreracially targeted and harassed by the staff. My friend is a frequent customer at this location and we both like to come for drinks and studying. This time however, they came alone with their laptop and were working for 20 minutes max before an employee (seems to be a shift lead or manager) came up to them asking if anything had been ordered. My friend replied "no not yet," and the worker proceeded to say the tables were for customers only and walk away before they could say anything else. They were approached a SECOND time by another staff member only 10 minutes after the first, who asked the SAME thing. This time my friend was able to respond that they were actually waiting for me to arrive. The first worker then STARED at them for the next 30 minutes, making them insanely uncomfortable until I arrived. My friend was one of the only brown skin people in the cafe...horrifically rude. What a horrible way to treat a person, let alone a regular customer. And what a waste of time, staring at a customer instead of doing your job...We both had interacted with this employee and ordered with them several times in the past, so it's crazy they couldn't remember any of it. Never returning, all of our classmates and family have been warned and now you have too.

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