Mario's La Traviata has been one of our go-to favorites for many years. The decor is beautiful and very comfortable. The food is always delicious and there are quite a number of great choices. Mario is usually present and visits each table to make sure that his guests are happy and doing well. I appreciate that. read more

This was our first time here, since our usual spots in the area were booked for dinner. I'll give credit where it's due, the ambiance was very inviting and the interior was very nicely decorated. I felt comfortable and at ease indoors, and the outdoor section seemed very comfortable as well. I went with a rather large party, and at least half of us seemed displeased with our dishes. The portions were generally on the smaller side, inconsistent, and lacking in flavor. That's not to say it's all bad though, the prosciutto melon appetizer was savory, and the lasagna and the mushroom ravioli were satisfying! I did order a tiramisu ladyfinger cake which I was a fan of as well. The service could have used some improvement. I don't believe we were offered refills or asked whether anything was needed after we initially received our orders, and it did not seem particularly busy to the point where the waitstaff would be incapable of dropping by. All things considered, La Traviata was enjoyable in some aspects but it was not much to write home about. read more

Ambiance: it's a bar restaurant located in downtown Long Beach, cozy dining vibe with outdoor patio, it's very challenging to find street parking Service: servers were slow and ignorant, not knowledgeable about their menu and specialities Food: not authentic Italian taste Bread - *** bread was warm and tasty, however, it's served with moldy butter LASAGNA - ** layers of pasta, chianti braised beef sauce, mozzarella, unbalanced flavors, overly sour, mushy texture of pasta PORK SALTIMBOCCA - *** prosciutto, sage, creamy porcini marsala sauce, potato puree, seasonal vegetables, overpowering sage flavor Pistachio Cheesecake - *** a creamy pistachio cheesecake with pistachio pieces, topped with a light pistachio mousse and sprinkled with pistachios, on a graham cracker base, average taste Price: small portions and overpriced for the quality, not quite worth $50+ per person read more

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Great ambiance! There was a gentleman playing the piano. I got to meet the owner too. Started with an Old Fashion with Woodford Reserve. Tina the bartender made this just right. Food: Delicious! I ordered the Rigatoni con Carne (Pasta, braised beef sauce and parmesan flakes). This dish had an amazing flavor. Come check them out. Wont be disappointed. read more

La Traviata - Rigatoni Con Carne - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Il cibo era fantastico. Recently, I got the sausage pasta per waiter's recommendation. It was a great choice. I have tried their other pasta dishes and all are great! You can't go wrong for Italian food here. The service is fast. Siamo stati benissimo. read more

This spacious restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating is in a quieter part of DTLB. We went on a Friday night and sat outside with our dog. We took our own wine and corkage was $20. The service and food was excellent. The waiters were friendly and efficient. The owner came out to talk to us. We had beef carpaccio for appetizer. I had sausage pasta with vodka cream sauce and it was delicious with huge portions. My partner had lobster ravioli and said that it was outstanding. The very cool thing is that they let you switch/customize your pasta - for example I switched mine from Fettuccine to Pappardelle. Parking is on the street and easy to find. read more

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Top tier experience. Excellent food. Decor reminds you of vintage Italy with its warm colors and rustic charm. Mario made my night amazing! read more

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It's been awhile since my hubby and I been here !!! And glad we came to revisit service , hospitality, and food were on point !!! Thank you , to Manny the busser for always smiling and keeping my cup of water full ... we will be back Thank you to the hosts , server, and the rest of the staff !!! The hospitality was lovely read more

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Lovely Italian restaurant that offers homemade pasta, tasty cocktails, and live music. Love the decor and chandeliers. Amazing family dinner and the perfect place to celebrate birthdays and special occasions. I made an early dinner reservation at 5:15pm on a Saturday, we had the restaurant pretty much to ourselves and a few people at the bar area. Coco was our server and she was delightful. For appetizers, we ordered the crispy brussel sprouts which was our fave, burrata bruschetta, and Caesar salad. I ordered the Chilean sea bass, the portion was just right, this dish was very good and highly recommended. My other half ordered the barolo short ribs and loved it. My brother ordered the lobster mac n cheese, he thought it was ok so probably the least favorite dish. We also ordered the lasagna, sausage fettuccine, rigatoni con carne, penne al gorgonzola and they all enjoyed their dishes. This place is a hidden gem and I look forward to coming back! read more

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I had dinner here early on a Saturday evening. The service was great and the food delicious. I had a wonderful Caesar salad and wild mushroom ravioli. The tomato sauce had a delicious garlic flavor and included lightly cooked fresh peeled tomatoes which made for an excellent texture. The bread was also delicious. The restaurant is in an old building and is charming. The rest room was extremely clean! I also enjoyed the live and really excellent gypsy guitar music. I would return to this restaurant any time I come to Long Beach. read more

Service was amazing. Even the owner came around tables thanking for the business and making sure everyone was comfortable and happy. They were super flexible from beginning with the reservation and when we added an extra person during dinner they were super accommodating... even if meant extra 30 minute while already seated and waiting before ordering. Highly recommend read more

Where Italian elegance throws a party with old-world charm and invites your taste buds to dance. Picture this: A Saturday night in Long Beach and the historic Willmore building glowing like it's holding secrets from a century ago. My wife and I strolled in, dressed to impress and ready to celebrate our daughter's birthday like it was a national holiday. La Traviata didn't just open its doors, they threw them wide, popped some bubbles, and practically sang "Benvenuti!" before we even sat down. We had reservations, but the way they whisked us to our table, you'd think we were visiting dignitaries, or at the very least, folks with an unhealthy passion for pasta. Within minutes, we had a round of sparkling bubbles in hand, fizzing like little Italian fireworks. Cheers to birthdays, bubbles, and food that flirts with your soul. The Salad: Crisp. Fresh. Balanced. The kind of starter that makes you sit up straighter and believe in leafy greens again. The Pasta: Oh, mamma mia. This wasn't just a dish, it was an edible love letter written in cream, garlic, and perfectly cooked noodles. It didn't just fill the stomach. It healed wounds I didn't know I had. And then, cue the spotlight, James and Celeste Alcantara began serenading the room. Their music didn't just float through the air. They wrapped around the evening like a velvet ribbon. When they sang "Happy Birthday" to our daughter, we all went from "enjoying a nice meal" to "excellence in the candlelight." It was a Hallmark moment... but with better sauce. The service? Impeccable. Present without hovering. Friendly without being fake. Like dining with family, if your family was really, really good at timing. The ambiance? Flickering candles, vintage accents, and cozy corners. This place doesn't whisper romance, it croons it. We left full, glowing, and already plotting our return. La Traviata doesn't just serve dinner. It serves story-worthy evenings. The kind you replay in your head during Monday morning meetings and sigh out loud about. TL;DR: Historic building. Italian magic. Pasta that hugs your soul. Live serenades by angels in disguise. If you're not already booking a table, I'm not sure we can be friends. read more

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Food, Service and Ambiance are all A+. I love how friendly and family oriented this place feels. Always warm and inviting. The brussle sprouts are awesome! read more

Our son took us to La Traviata to celebrate Father's Day. We sat outside because we took our dog with us. It was a very nice experience. Mario the owner came and said hello to us and asked how we were enjoying our food. Very personalized experience! The Beef Carpaccio for appetizer was so good! Loved the Lobster Tortelli as my entree. Conclusion was we found a really good place for Italian food! We will go back again read more

La Traviata - Lobster Tortelli - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Serves homemade Italian cuisine. opens at 5:00 P.M. for dinner . offers a daily happy hour from 5:00-6:00.p.m. Mon-Fri. (?) I enjoyed the freshly baked bread with butter, crispy brussels sprouts drizzled with honey mustard, caramelized onions and chili flakes , a mixed green salad w/balsamic vinaigrette dressing and a glass of Moscato white wine, on the patio. The food is superb; the staff is professional, and courteous. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

La Traviata - Grilled brussel sprouts with honey mustard sauce and caramelized onion - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Always amazing!!! Food, drinks, service and ambiance. All of the components to a wonderful night out. Highly recommend!!!

We had a fantastic experience! Coco and the other staff were top notch. The food was fantastic! The Lobster Tortellini, Sea Bass and desserts were delish! The restaurant is beautiful. The piano player and singer were also very good. read more

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I soo wanted to love this restaurant. Their service was very good. We were early and our server was juggling tables and bartending duties. She was communicative and helpful. The interior is very nice and the music was relaxing. I loved the whole vibe and had high hopes. Sadly, the food was mediocre. The salad was wilted and was supposed to have cranberries, but they put on raisins. I had the Pork saltimbocca which was very salty and the "risotto" that was supposed to be with it was also not good. Our cocktails were just okay. The server again was very good and offered to substitute something for me, but we were in a hurry. On the positive side, my companion had the Lobster pasta and said it was very good. We also enjoyed their Tiramisu. There are many restaurants in Long Beach, but I may try them again - as they were all so dang nice. read more

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Food great. Creative Different Specials are great too The staff are cheerful friendly efficient Mario is a special owner Service is magnificent and attentive Ambiance is amazing This is a special place. Been there dozens and dozens and dozens of times With friends and with out of town visitors. When. They return they ask can we go to that great Italian restaurant that is walking distance !!! read more

Very good food. Good prices. Very clean place. Good service too! You need try the lasanha and the meatballs!!!! Incredible. If you're looking for a good restaurant, that's gonna be your favorite!!!!!! read more

Great place! Our food was amazing, and the servers were so friendly and welcoming. We had the lasagna, lobster tortelli, tiramisu, and several of their cocktails. Everything exceeded our expectations! read more

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The hostess welcomed me with a beautiful smile and I went to sit at the bar for happy hour (Tue-Fri, 5-8pm, bar and patio area only). Evelyn brought me freshly baked bread to die for. I love beef carpaccio and not many restaurants have it in the menu. This is by far the best I've had! And, the penne arrabiata was on point. Leave room for the pistachio cheesecake. Noise level is high with patrons having conversations yet it still holds a romantic atmosphere. A high end crowd with regulars, beautiful ambiance, impeccable service, and delicious food you can't miss. read more

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The service was friendly and attentive. They had a piano player with nice background music. The food was phenomenal. We had Rigatoni bolognese. The sauce was among the best we've ever had. We also had the Chilean sea bass which was prepared to perfection. We'll be sure an visit again the next time we're in Long Beach. read more

I attended La Traviata with a friend on 12/31/25. It was sort of a last minute suggestion to celebrate the New Year. I was so happy to find out that they were open. They had a great 3 course menu plan for New Year's Eve. From the 1st to 3rd course, it was all stupendous!! The food was so delicious and beautifully presented. The staff were friendly and professional. The place was clean and beautiful. The music was excellent! Thanks so much La Traviata staff, Chefs, and Mario for make our New Year's Eve so wonderful! Will return again soon Marilyn Santos read more

I was invited here for a Christmas party. My cousin was throwing. I love the bar and how much excitement. It brought to the restaurant. We had a private dining area and our own bartender. The meal for the evening was served family style. The entries included meat lasagna, a vegetarian lasagna, spicy pene pasta and a chicken Alfredo. What I really enjoyed the most was the Caesar salad, which was freshly made with anchovies.This classic salad is rarely made like this any more. The serving staff did great and all of our food was delivered in good time.The owner Mario is delightful and I definitely want visit again soon. read more

La Traviata - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

I had the extreme pleasure of speaking with the owner, Mario, and booking a reservation to celebrate my spouse's birthday. This was the start to a memorable dining experience. We were warmly welcomed upon arrival, and later learned that Mario's daughter was front of the house. It was apparent that she inherited her father's great personality and love for the restaurant that has existed for decades. Our experience was quite special even with a private party running concurrently with our visit. Every item ordered. Including drinks, were delivered expeditiously and visually appealing (see photos). Thank you chef, Mario and Blake for making my spouse's birthday an evening to remember. read more

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We had a lovely dinner. The atmosphere and service were very pleasant. The food was outstanding! I had the Chilean Sea Bass which was thick and cooked perfectly. It was the most expensive item on the menu but it was my b day so why not. Husband had the lobster stuffed tortelli with truffle oil. I normally don't care for truffle but the chef added just a hint with balanced the flavors nicely. It's was delicious! The server was the owners daughter. Very attentive and charming person. All in all we have no complaints and had a perfect evening. read more

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So-so taste. Drowned in sauce. Tasted like soup rather than fruite de mare. The bread was ordinary in flavor. Butter was served but no olive oil read more

I highly recommend making a reservation as this place is quite small and very popular. The service was excellent. We've been here many times and it never disappoints us. I ate the complimentary bread too quick to take a picture of it. The berry salad is seasonal so if it's available you need to order it. The salad is enough for two people to share and is very refreshing. The lasagna is very hearty and full of flavor. I love how they use two sauces a ragu meat style and a white creamy sauce. My husband ordered the spaghetti carbonara which was as equally delicious. We wouid of loved a dessert but were too full. There's nothing better then homemade pasta. If you haven't tried this restaurant you need to go soon. read more

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I came here on a whim for dinner because I wanted to eat out and was craving some Italian food; here's what I got: - Fried artichoke: Crispy, but not oily, and paired well with the salad. - Pasta primavera: Hearty portion, delicious flavours. Love the balance of the capers and olives with the other veggies. Pasta was cooked al dente. I'm keen to - Grandmother Cake: Pastry cream with a hint of lemon on a base of short pastry, covered with pine nuts almonds and powdered sugar. $11 Love the lemon-y-nes of it, but did not like the red sauce - maybe it was cherry? Certainly could have done without it. I got to sit outside; thankfully, they still have outdoor seating from the start of COVID-19. The interiors weren't too busy, but I preferred the outside for fresh air. I walked here, but if you're looking to park, you might get lucky wtih street parking, but more often than not, you may have to circle around a bit to find nearby parking. I believe I had a moment to chat with the owner, who is very friendly and let me know that they'll be opening up their take-out store too very soon with the prices about 50% off from the sit-down prices. That's super excited to hear! The service was good, with accommodating servers who were helpful and friendly when I had questions about menu items/recommendations. The ambiance is semi-formal, with the inside seating being a bit more upscale than the outside one. Either way, there's music playing. If you like wine, they have a wide selection to pick from. read more

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2nd time coming. This place is fantastic. The owner is walking around making sure that you are having a good time. The staff is excellent and you can tell they enjoy their job. The food is great. We came here tonight after a disappointing try at the new Sky Room. This place saved our 10th wedding anniversary night. After not enjoying the Sky Room we came here and had an excellent experience. The live music , extensive wine list and great food made up for the other place. read more

La Traviata - Filet mignon - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Fantastic food, great service, and a funky atmosphere! It is now in the rotation and will be back every time I'm in town! The best Seabass I have ever had!!! read more

Class act! Delicious menu! Fabulous cocktails! Great service! Great evening vibes! La Traviata is our new go-to for Thanksgiving dinner. The staff is very welcoming and the ambiance is very comforting. Great idea not having a limited menu on a holiday. So many options. read more

I'm giving three stars based on my meal. The service was great! The waitress and manager were soooo kind! I had the boar pasta, it tastes like spaghetti the flavor was great but it was just way too salty. Every bite was extremely salty I feel like if jt wasn't salty then it would be perfect. The Amaredo sower was the best amaredo sower I've had in a while I highly recommend! read more

Dined here tonight with a friend and loved it! Parking is typical Long Beach- but I found parking on a Friday evening and it's free after 6 PM. The place itself is cute and charming. Service was great also. Our waitresses recommend a great wine! Calamari was too thick for my liking but loved my pasta and the bread!! To die. Ended with the tiramisu which was not my favorite. As someone who just came back from Italy, I'm a complete snob about tiramisus now. Live music also was a great touch! Would recommend :) read more

La Traviata - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I'm coming back just for the pasta. I went here on my birthday a couple of years ago and got the steak which was also good but the pasta is making me return. The service was excellent, the ambiance is relaxing, classy, grown and sexy. Oh yeah the lobster crab cake is good too, but that pasta, chefs kiss. read more

La Traviata - Lobster Crab Cake - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Recently, we took the family to the aquarium which was a lot of fun but we were exhausted. I asked my husband to find a place nearby that would be good for the kids and he found La Traviata. At first, I was worried because it looked pretty fancy inside and with two young kids I afraid we'd be shushed. But I was wrong! They were very kind to our big party and the kids. They had a good size kids menu and the mac n' cheese was excellent. The adults loved the alla checca pasta, the lasagna, and my fave was the wild boar bolognese. We'll definitely be back to this beautiful and family- friendly spot. read more

This dinner was planned weeks in advance. The service was very slow upon arrival (I almost walked out). The carpaccio was tough although thinly sliced. The chicken picatta was dry and the sauce was more like "gravy" than the light in texture lemon caper butter sauce one would expect from such a classic dish. My creme brulee had the consistency of soup which had to be sent back. The "owner" was in the dinning room but NOT "present". All-in-all a complete waste of time and money and NO it was NOT cheap! 5 star prices with -1 star results. The owner ought to be ashamed of himself. read more

Good atmosphere and music was great! Waiter was super nice and attentive and our drinks were always full. We ordered the filet mignon cooked at medium but when we got it was a bit over cooked for my preference but over all would recommend for a nice dinner. read more

Beautiful restaurant that is very spacious and nicely decorated. What is most memorable about this dining experience was having a pianist play and sing a variety of classics that ranged from John Elton to Billy Joel. I have to say he was quite talented! I would come to this restaurant again just to watch him perform. The food was good and reasonably priced. Not a bad selection if you want to impress your date. Who doesn't love live (good) music while they're dining? I came during lunch, but I think the setting would be more romantic for dinner. read more

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