I've eyeballed this beautifully nestled restaurant several times over the last few months…read more Time and time again I said "I've really got to check that place out". Well, that time FINALLY came! My sister and I were hanging out reminiscing over our late mother together, on her birthday and decided to get Italian food (her favorite). We both agreed Four Bricks would be THE SPOT! Needless to say, we were so right! We were greeted and sat with no reservation at around 4:30pm, thankfully there was no wait at that time. However, the restaurant quickly filled up. Our server was very attentive but not over bearing. For our appetizer, we chose bruschetta. 12/10 The perfectly dressed tomatoes and basil sat on a pillowy burrata cloud and melted in your mouth. YUMMMM!! I opted for the penne ala vodka, while she chose the bolognese. 10/10 The penne w/vodka sauce had a surprising hint of spice that was decadent and savory. The bolognese had a slightly creamier taste without the spice and was equally as flavorful. Finally, we ordered the lemon butter cake. 10/10 When I tell you this cake was delicious ... woahhh!! It was a nice crisp butter cake but the lemon zest paired with the coulis and fruit gave the perfect balance. We were told the restaurant would be closing and that it was the final day of service. Made us both bummed to hear since the hospitality and true Italian food with homemade pasta was such a delight. Impeccable place overall! Side note: There's a fast food style concept this place operates at also in Whittier, I hope they remain in business so I can get my pizza and panini fix there!

This is a great local Italian restaurant with amazingly great taste and service…read more Sit outside in the patio on a nice sunny afternoon.

I had a wonderful experience dining here and was especially impressed by the quality of the Italian…read morecuisine. The dishes were rich in flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with fresh ingredients. From the perfectly cooked pasta to the well-balanced sauces, every bite felt authentic and thoughtfully prepared. What truly elevated the evening, however, was the exceptional service. Our waiter, Caesar, was kind, attentive, and highly professional throughout the meal. He made excellent recommendations, checked in at just the right moments, and created a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere without ever feeling intrusive. Overall, this was a memorable dining experience. Between the delicious Italian food and Caesar's outstanding service, I would happily return and highly recommend this restaurant to others.

I had the most delicious lunch at 19Seventy the other day. The staff were amazing and sweet. I love…read morethat parking was easy. Melontini (4/5) - This drink was spirit forward and came with a cute melon ball on the side. I slightly wish it was a little fruitier. Wagyu meatballs (5/5) - the appetizer came with three medium-sized Wagyu meatballs on pieces of garlic toast. The meatballs were delicious and a great starter to our meal. Caesar salad (4/5) - this was your classic Caesar salad that accompanied our pasta perfectly. Fried zucchini (5/5) - I love that the zucchini was sliced and crispy. The breading to zucchini ratio was perfect and paired perfect perfectly with a marinara sauce. Short rib pappardelle (5/5) - this pasta dish was the absolute highlight of our meal. In order comes with two servings, which is more than enough pasta for a second meal for two people. The short rib was flavorful and tender, and the Alfredo sauce and fresh pasta were amazing. Cannoli (4/5) - the cannoli was a simple way to top off our delicious Italian meal. I like that on one end there were chocolate chips and the other end there was pistachio.

This is a nice, elegant spot located in Uptown Whittier, kind of unexpected for the area. Street…read moreparking is available and wasn't hard to find, probably because we came during off-hours after lunch. We were greeted right away and given the option to sit inside or outdoors. Of course, we chose the patio since it was such a beautiful day, and the view of the water fountain made it even better. The sound of the water created a very relaxing and refreshing atmosphere. Our server was pleasant and friendly. She could have been a bit more attentive, as she didn't check on us much, but overall the service was still good. The food was delicious. I'd definitely recommend this place if you're looking for good Italian food. I loved the sauce on the chicken piccata, and the pesto sauce on the pasta with shrimp, scallops, and mushrooms was excellent. Yum. The salad was good, but nothing too special, it felt like it was missing something. I noticed none of the salads included beets, and I personally love beets on a salad. The goat cheese and pine nuts were a great addition, but I think beets would have made it even better. Overall, the food, ambiance, and service were solid. It's on the pricier side, but I would come back.

Mission Square Italian Restaurant... more like Mission Impossible: Find Flavor…read more Came here for a romantic brunch with my girlfriend and left questioning if the chef was on PTO mentally. I ordered the Linguine Pescatore: * Calamari cooked so hard it could qualify as tire rubber * TWO shrimp... and somehow both still had their "natural accessories" attached * Clams survived the disaster * Presentation looked like the plate gave up on life before reaching the table My girlfriend ordered the Pollo Milanesa: * Marinara sauce had enough salt to preserve ancient mummies * Veggies were cooked into retirement * Portion looked like inflation personally attacked the kitchen Now let's talk about the margarita... Tasted like Costco margarita mix with emotional damage added for free. Also why did I receive: * one wine menu * one cocktail menu * one food menu * probably another hidden menu somewhere in the kitchen By the time I finished reading everything, brunch almost became dinner. Ratings: Service: 3/10 Food Quality: 1/10 Price: 1/10 (and I'm being charitable like a nonprofit organization) Overall Experience: 2/10 The best thing served today was the parking.

I went with my girlfriend and the restaurant itself had a nice relaxing feel to it. I liked how…read moreeverything was spaced out. The service was amazing and our food came out fast. I got the pepperoni pizza which was one of the best pizzas I've ever had. The cheese was delicious and it was a good amount of sauce, not too much. I also got a brownie that was sweet and good texture. I am very pleased and will return.

They catered and did the pasta bar for my wedding. The service and food was absolutely amazing, the…read morebest pasta and so fresh! I loved how they made sure their setup matched our colors and theme, it was so kind! Portions were so big and delicious, as well as the sides! Super super friendly too, I highly recommend! Super professional and definitely affordable!

The ambiance was very Italian traditional with a bar. The menu had many selections of traditional…read moreItalian fare. The wine list was very good as well.

Food 5 Stars amazing taste and value Service good snd…read morefriendly Ambiance inviting Highly recommend

So good! Cant believe I've missed this place after driving past it for so many years. Our plates…read morewere delicious! Sometimes they make carbonara if they have ingredients They also have jazz on Thursdays nights!! Perfect date night spot! Parking is a bit tough!

BEST. PASTA. HANDS. DOWN. I have been LOOKING for a great Italian spot. So many places get the…read morepasta sauce weird, bland, or watery. Or use Ragu/Prego. Not this place. TRUE tomato sauce. Grew up with Italian grandma so it has been nearly impossible for me to find good pasta even close to it. Then Il Gatto blew me away. Me and my husband ordered Short Rib Papardelle and Spaghetti Bolognese w/ Meatballs. The pappardelle had such a savory sauce that tasted like marsala and the shredded short ribs were so tender. The spaghetti bolognese was delicious! The pasta was al dente and the meat sauce chef's kiss. They also provided some complimentary warm French bread which me and my husband shamelessly devoured 2 baskets before our meal. Ambiance was gorgeous! Was nice and dimly lit with a nice warm fireplace. Very romantic date spot. Definitely a spot to take pictures. I adored the exterior of the restaurant as well!! They have outdoor seating with a small fountain and flowers by the entrance. It was beautiful. Service was..good..but not great. Now let me tell you why. Hostess and server were very kind. HOWEVER. It took our server 30 min to get our drinks. The restaurant only had 1 big party, a couple, and us. Was not packed at all. (I have personal experience with restaurant management so I completely understand how chaotic restauarants can get.) So here is my complaint.. our server came back 3 times to ask what we ordered even though I saw her write stuff down. Then she forgot our drinks at the bar and we saw them standing there. She grabbed them 30 minutes later explaining she has a big party but served us warm alcohol. At least offer to get us new ones for waiting 30 min and not the old ones you left sitting out. You know? Who likes warm champagne?! I still took a deep breath and tried to give her patience because she was an older server and was very kind. I just wish she didn't spend her whole shift coming back to us to explain why she's taking so long instead of taking that time she's talking to us, to grab what we ordered. When we try to flag her down for something she forgets, she's standing around talking to another server for a good 10 min. Just came off unprofessional and turned me off a bit..to complain to a couple trying to celebrate their anniversary. Will come back for the food and ambiance. I shall ask for a different server next time. (Sorry).

We typically go to the location in uptown Whittier, but my brother liked the pizza options at the…read morebrick and mortar so we stopped here. There is limited seating and it is tables and counter options. There is plenty of parking. It is very casual. We ordered the hot burrata, meatball, and pepperoni pizza, as well as the caprese salad. The caprese salad was so refreshing with the lemon dressing, heirloom tomatoes, and arugula, as well as cubed mozzarella. The pizza is wood oven and the crust perfectly cooked. I do not think the hot burrata is spicy hot but my mom did so I think it depends on your tolerance level. The meatball has fresh ricotta which is awesome too. You can totally taste the freshness of the ingredients, which is why I keep coming back. Service is friendly and efficient. Please note pizza may be about 15 minutes so if you're hungry maybe order ahead through their website.

Wait time was excellent. Food quality was delectable. it's a 12 inch pizza 6 slices.. The hot…read morehoney is an intoxicating sweetness. Bread was extra toasty and crispy. I do wish there was a bit more cheese and pepperoni and a little less stracciatella cheese. Though the stracciatella is a delicate subtle flavor in the dish. Staff is friendly and I enjoyed watching them make more orders through the plexi glass counter. :)

Cozy restaurant with large portions and great prices. Our…read morewaitress, Pamela, went above and beyond in her service. It was my first time eating there and I will definitely return. Pamela made us feel like we have been eating there for years. Refreshing to have such great service,

This review of Vinny's Italian Restaurant is long overdue. I've eating there about twice a week…read morefor the last 7 months and I've never been disappointed. The food is consistently tasty and plentiful. I've tried the pastas but my go to meal is a big bowl of Minestrone soup, salad with Italian dressing and to die for garlic bread. I try to eat more plant based, and the soup is chock full of delicious vegetables - I think Vinny said eighteen different kinds - and just enough ditalini pasta to satisfy my pasta craving without blowing my diet. There's a hint of hotness to it, just enough to set it apart from the chain restaurants. I don't like vegetables very much, but I know they are really good for me, so Vinny's Minestrone was a terrific find. For my cheat day, about once a month I splurge on Patsy's Tiramisu. I think she said the recipe came from Vinny's Mom. It is worth every decadent calorie. The fluffy whipped cream is light yet rich, sweet but not too sweet, just the perfect amount of wonderfulness that dessert should be, and sadly, often isn't. Finally, I have to mention the people that work there. I don't know exactly what goes on in the kitchen, but my food is always fast, abundant, and hot - unless it's supposed to be cold. I'll repeat the word delicious here, because it is. So Vinny and his kitchen team are A+. The servers are great. Leti and Laurie greet me by name, with big smiles. They remember my preferences. They are never too busy to call out thank-you and have a great day when I leave. Patsy, the owner, is often on the floor serving, too, and she has gone out of her way to check-in with me and ask after my well-being. I appreciate their kindness, which is ever-present during slow, and busy times of the day. Vinny's is not fancy, but it's warm and homey, and yes, here's that word again: delicious. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Great service and friendly staff especially our server, Lucy . Had a skinny margarita and an…read moreabuela's coffee cocktail both were so good. My main dish was the lava burger which was juicy and really good. Recommend this place!

I recently hosted my baby shower at Rokka Whiskey Bar and Grill, and I truly cannot say enough…read moregreat things about our experience! From the moment we arrived, everything was absolutely perfect. The ambiance was warm, stylish, and welcoming -- the kind of atmosphere that feels both upscale and comfortable at the same time. It created the perfect backdrop for such a special celebration with family and friends. Every detail added to the joy of the day. The food was phenomenal. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. Our guests are still talking about how delicious everything was! You can tell the kitchen takes pride in quality and consistency. What truly made the experience exceptional, though, was the service. The staff was attentive, kind, and incredibly organized. They made sure everything flowed smoothly so I could relax and enjoy every moment. A very special thank you to the general manager, Hugo Cano. Hugo went above and beyond to ensure my baby shower was flawless. His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care made all the difference. It's rare to find leadership so dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests. If you're looking for a venue with amazing food, outstanding service, and a beautiful atmosphere for your next celebration, I highly recommend Rokka Whiskey Bar and Grill. They helped make one of the most important days of my life truly unforgettable. I will be forever thankful.

Never had shrimp that was in a spiral before it was delicious I did have to add minced garlic and…read moresalt and pepper the sauce was a little bland. Marie had the Manicotti it was delicious too. I forgot to take pictures of the Calamari it was seasoned perfectly. We didn't care for the Caesar salads. The service was good too. It's a nice sized restaurant and very clean restroom thank you for that. Nice windows too look out into parking lot.

Food is consistently good. Pizza is not greasy, which is what I like. I always get the vegetarian…read morewhich has black olives. If you don't like black olives, you should customize your pizza. The gluten free pasta is good too. It's not too chalky like many places. We get it with the meat sauce; there were a couple of times when they skimped on the sauce and it wasn't enough to eat the entire serving. We had to use our own. Please put more sauce on your to go orders Overall we enjoy eating there even though the price is a bit higher than other places in the area. Support the small businesses!