Let's cut to the chase, this food was BOMB! I ordered the Fusilli Corti Bucati which was the…read moreperfect combination of spice and creaminess. My girlfriend ordered the Ricotta Gnocchi which she says, "was fire!" I tasted a bite of it and would definitely order that next time as well. Service was also very nice. We waited in line for about 20 minutes to order and then picked our table. The food comes out as it is ready and they encourage sharing. We live in San Diego but we'll definitely be coming back if we are ever in the area.

This place is the best quality Italian food. We loved our experience here, and the staff were so…read morekind and attentive. The vibes on the patio were awesome. We can't wait to come back, this will be a regular spot for us! :)

We were visiting LA and this restaurant was recommended to us. Really glad we tried it. It was an…read moreamazing experience, from the ambiance to the food. The service was on point, and our wait staff: Beatrice was super helpful and understanding be qe had some dietary needs and she came through and was both patient and understanding. The food was aiming, we started with the charcuterie board and the pulpo, and if you've had that before u know it can be difficult to find it tender and fresh. I had the beef cheeks and it was excellent.Also the cocktails were on point. I would absolutle recommend this place to my family and friends.

This review is late, but my wife and I had dinner here a few months ago and it was such a treat…read more The food and the ambiance were incredible. Our server Diego was an absolute delight and was incredibly helpful. He was very attentive to our needs, and his customer service was the best. We can't wait too frequent this restaurant again. I give this restaurant and Diego 5 stars!!!

A very cute warehouse kinda place close by just to hang out have good food and great coffee. Tried…read morea few things in the past and all pretty fresh. Had pasta rigatoni which hit the spot. Their ingredients are so fresh. If you are looking for something quick and less crowded then this is it!

My friend had heard about this place. I don't know what to expect, but it had great Yelp reviews…read more It's a small restaurant, 2 small tables inside, but plentiful seating in the common area. There were 4 of us , we ate family style. The pizza was good but I thought the pasta was even better. The salads were very good as well. I brought the salads home, my husband said it was 10/10. We ordered the green goddess, Caesar and the parlor salads. The service was great- order at the counter and the food is brought out to you. Definitely plan to go back, I would order the salads and pasta. BTW, next to them is a great sourdough bakery. I just didn't have enough space.

Ambiance, service and food was amazing ! We cannot wait to…read morego back to the more items on the menu. Started off with a Caesar salad which was delicious as it was made with baby gem lettuce, and then we had the mushroom pizza, packed with so much flavor and the crust was airy and crispy! Then we split the seafood did ink pasta, the portions were perfect and so flavorful! Ended with the lemon olive oil cake. We enjoyed our meal and will definitely we making our way back here.

Amazing meal! Glad we had a reservation on a Saturday night as they were super busy. The menu had…read moreso many different options but we knew we wanted to try pasta and a pizza. Going in we were going over order with the intent to bring food home just so we could taste more items on the menu. Started with FIORI DI ZUCCA which are squash blossoms stuffed with ricotta deep fried in a batter. Each bite was so delicious, a good amount of ricotta, and each bite was still super crispy. We also got XXTRA PEPPERONI LOVERS Pinsa. Crust was doughy yet crisp, not greasy at all I would just the right amount of cheese and sauce. So we knew that we would be full, but we wanted to try a couple pastas one red sauce, and one white sauce. The CACIO E PEPE I just the right amount of pepper and creamy sauce, noodles cooked perfectly. PAPPARDELLE ALLA VACCINARA was definitely my favorite, noodles in a braised oxtail ragu. Service was on point, checked on his frequently, but didn't rush us, even though the restaurant was super busy, and just overall very friendly. We would definitely go back to try more entrées and even get the pallardelle again with the squash blossoms. You have to pay for valet in the front but I would rather do that than to worry about parking.

Civico is officially one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Los Angeles. Their service was…read moreexcellent, the beet salad was to die for, the bread / olive oil / balsamic combo was incredible, the entrees were delicious, and the tiramisu was top tier. I'll be back very soon to try more of the menu! Forgot to mention that my brother is vegan and he really enjoyed all of the vegan dishes from the vegan menu as well!

A gem in Los Feliz - amazing food, warm and personalized service and the vibe is both trendy and…read morewarm. There is a traditional and a vegan menu so there is something for everyone! Highly recommend- also can't beat the free Italian lessons !!

The food, the service and the ambiance were perfect for a late evening celebration. Starting with…read morethe burrata accompanied by the house bread platter, followed by the main course...steak for me and various pasta dishes for the rest of the group. Combo platter of dessert served with 2 glasses of moscato (white wine) to finish a very pleasant evening on the roof deck.

Brunch is back and we having been waiting for it's return! They have extended the brunch menu and…read moresome fun new items! We ended up ordering our usual just because we were craving them! Next brunch visit we definitely plan to try the Dutch Baby Pancake as a shareable! Service is always great and very attentive. The roof top deck has great ambience and a wonderful place for brunch. There's a nice bar with comfy seats and a fun place for a drink. Happy Hour is returning after Father's Day. We loved going there on Sunday afternoons for pizzas and wine. Excellent selection of wines! They are also offering Bubbles and Shells (Sparking Wine and Oysters) on Friday and Saturday nights! Our food today, Michael's Burger with handout fries, N'Daju Toast, and The Benedict. Cocktails today, Ciacco D'oro and a Mimosa. Cappuccino and coffees were great. Cocktails at Michael's are excellent. Definitely one of the best places in Long Beach for a cocktail! Creative and consistent. The burger is the best one in town if you are craving that juicy type of burger, which I was. Done perfectly. I order it rare, they know how to serve it rare! Now served with handout fries instead of chips, still amazing! We finished our meal with a wonderful Gelato, on the house! Mint chip and just amazing! Looking forward to more Brunches and of course happy Hour!

The ambiance was nice, but gets a little loud when the restaurant is full. The service was really…read moregood, but the food was a bit expensive for the small portions.

I went to Factory Kitchen last night on a whim and honestly wasn't expecting to love it as much as…read moreI did. I usually avoid pasta and red meat, and at first glance the menu didn't seem to have any chicken options, but since it's Michelin-rated, I decided to give it a chance. I'm so glad I did -- because when the food is this delicious, who needs chicken? We ordered the Casonzei pasta and it was hands down the best pasta I've ever had. The pasta itself was incredibly delicate and light -- nothing like the heavy feeling you normally get from a pasta dish. The amount of filling packed into each piece was unbelievable, and somehow they managed to keep the dough perfectly intact. The flavors were absolutely incredible. I also ordered the fish of the day, a white fish similar to halibut (I wish I could remember the name), and it was perfectly prepared. Light, juicy, and paired beautifully with the sauce. Even the cabbage was amazing -- and that's coming from someone who usually has to force herself to eat vegetables. We also shared the prosciutto with stracciatella, which was another standout. Everything tasted exceptionally fresh, the prosciutto was sliced paper-thin, and the creamy stracciatella paired perfectly with the crispy toasted bread underneath. To round things out, we ordered the roasted potatoes and Brussels sprouts, and somehow even the vegetables stole the show. I actually ate the leftover Brussels sprouts for breakfast the next morning. The service was every bit as impressive as the food -- polished, attentive, and exactly what you would expect from a Michelin-rated restaurant. Unfortunately, I left my phone in the car during dinner, so I didn't get any photos, but there are plenty on Yelp. I can't wait to go back and would absolutely recommend it. They get very busy on weekends since they're only open limited evening hours, so definitely make a reservation ahead of time. They offer valet parking for $12, and while there is free street parking nearby, it can be difficult to find unless you park on surrounding streets and walk a bit.

We came on a Saturday evening before a show at the Dolby, and it was already pretty busy at 5:30pm…read more We didn't have a reservation but we were able to sit at the bar. The manager was very friendly and accommodating. He brought us an extra chair at the bar because there two bar chairs next to each other. The bartender was also friendly. We shared n Arugula Prosciutto pizza which came out very fast. It was big enough for two people to share, yet not heavy. The crust was thin and a good representation of Neapolitan style pizza. My friend got the strawberry cocktail which was refreshing. We found street parking on Selma. Make sure to look for street parking signs. It's Hollywood, so parking can be a challenge but with patience you can usually find a spot. The majority of the restaurant is an open air patio. It's bright, airy, and had a busy upscale casual vibe. I'd go back to try the pasta dishes.

Been here twice before a show at the Dolby theatre comedy shows. Delicious and solid Napolese…read morepizza! (Not an expert but we have been to Naples so the pizza here felt pretty darn legit!) This is our second time here and we were able to get a seat at the bar which is free for all. Guy at he bar was super friendly and helpful. Would come again!

If you want to go to food heaven, go here! Wonderful, fresh and delicious Italian food. Great…read moreservice too!

My family and I had such an incredible experience here for Mother's Day! Our server, Jesse, shared…read morethat their focaccia is a must, they hand-make their pastas and they have a mushroom risotto that's finished in a Parmigiano Reggiano Wheel. I was sold on everything Jesse suggested. For drinks, we shared a bottle of light, crisp Borgo Canedo Sauvignon Blanc, and an Italian style Pilsner called Webb's, which is brewed locally in Aliso Viejo. Focaccia Pugliese & Gluten Free Focaccia were both good! The GF version had more of a light biscuit texture but both had a soft interior with a crisp outer layer. The Basil-Ricotta Spread with pistachio went really well with them too. Insalata Lattuga - baby romaine, lemon, anchovy bread crumbs, Grana Padano cheese with creamy herb dressing - fresh, crunchy and well balanced Mandilli di Seta - very unique handkerchief shaped pasta with lemon cream and pesto drizzle Agnolotti - ricotta and garlic filled pasta with asparagus, spring onion and guanciale - complex flavor profile and textures! The Lasagna and Rigatoni alla Bolognese were classic and authentic. Their bolognese includes beef, pork and veal. Chef Marco came out with the Parmigiano Reggiano Wheel and prepared the Mushroom Risotto in it, mixing all the ingredients and scraping the cheese off the sides while he served it. It was rich, creamy and not too salty. I didn't know the wheel is nearly $1k! We tried all the desserts! Among the Affogato, Gelato, Panna Cotta, Tiramisu and Torta Pasticiotto, the Panna Cotta stood out the most with savory basil infused in the cream with crispy caramelized sugar and pine nuts and fresh strawberry puree. Second runner up was the Affogato for me. The restaurant has a clean, modern design. It's not too spacious inside, but the party of 10 of us sat comfortably in the covered patio area. Service was excellent. The food and drinks came out quickly and bussers were on top of picking up empty plates and refilling water. Aliso Viejo is lucky to have such a special Italian restaurant!

One of the best dining experiences me and my girlfriend have had in a long time! Parking for LA was…read morehonestly fantastic and just the look of the environment inside the restaurant already had everything off to a great start. We ordered the Focaccia with the whipped ricotta and avocado tree honey and was already blown away by just how fresh the bread tasted, and along with the ricotta and honey it was absolutely delicious, we almost ordered more! The meatballs with the salsa verde was also phenomenal, and for our entrees we got the Hanger Steak, which was very nice and tender, and the Linguine al Limone, which had a strong lemon taste and we love lemon. Finally for dessert we got the Tiramisu, which is cut and served to you table side. Though the food was excellent, what truly compelled me to write this review was the exceptional service. I was amazed at just how attentive and kind the staff is. Truly a wonderful experience!

We live locally and walked over for a big wedding anniversary. I had tried telling the restaurant…read morein advance it was our anniversary but I could not get a person. I left a message. We didn't get any special treatment, but I won't hold it against them. The food was delicious. I ordered the pasta bolognese and it was amazing. I say this as someone who learned how to make pasta bolognese from a woman in Bologna, Italy! It was definitely inspired by the Italian approach, not the Italo-American version. They get their fresh produce from the Santa Monica Farmer's Market and then they let it shine, but they definitely enhance it too. They had lost their liquor license, but we ordered a Tepache and a mocktail and they were decent. Desserts were good, but pricey for what they were. We ate outside, and the tables are so cozy I felt that we were eavesdropping on our neighbors all night. In short the food was delicious and made with care.