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    3.9 (700 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Salad
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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Marsala
    Dennis T.

    Came by on a Saturday for dinner and the restaurant was fairly busy. Service was a little slow because they were short staffed but they were friendly and did their best to keep things moving. I had the chicken marsala, which was flavorful and tender. The portion size was good but i wish a side of pasta was included. I would come back, especially on a less busy night.

    Spaghetti Clams and Calamari
    Mae M.

    This place was highly recommended to me by a friend and is very convenient to my job so my husband and I decided to drop in for a weeknight dinner. They have a mix of inside and outdoor seating (with heaters) and had no problems getting seated right away. Once we were seated the service was a little slow to get menus and water but after we ordered the waitstaff were very attentive throughout the night. The food was very tasty! We got the Pizza Ruggola and Spaghetti Clams & Calamari. I honestly don't have a favorite and if it's your first time here I would definitely recommend getting a pizza and pasta so you can get both. Overall the noodles tasted really fresh and the goat cheese on the pizza was the perfect pop of taste. Pricing wise it's just a little on the pricey side but not terribly crazy.

    Branzino
    John C.

    Came in on Friday 6pm dinner time. Here are my pros and cons below: Pros: - Food is so good, so fresh! - Server was friendly - Clean and tidy establishment - Best calamari I've had Cons: - Took a while to get my order (about 30 minutes) - Didn't get table touch, only time was for drinks, order, and had to call them to close the bill and get to go box - Street parking only, you may have to walk a block or two at worst. Or you may get lucky and find parking at their street. If it wasn't that busy, the experience would be 10/10. Will try them again when it's less busy because I do love their food!

    Used to go here in person years ago and remembered it being good but just ordered it via door dash and it was horrible. Not just the food, but the preparation. See photo below.... nothing like finding a lettuce stump in your caesar salad to whet the appetite. This isn't hard during prep to make sure it's not included in someone's meal. But it speaks to the overall meal. My wife had rigatoni arrabiata with salmon and found a piece of plastic in it, unfortunately by biting it. My cheese pizza was just that - cheese. Soooo much cheese. Basically a circle of pizza crust with a mountain of melted cheese in the middle. It wasn't sliced. Hard to when the pizza dough was so thin and moist under it that you couldn't cut out a slice and pick it up. To salvage this disaster, I cut appropriate amounts of cheese to lay on top of the pizza crust and ate it like that. Threw the rest out. Mozzerella sticks - oh yeah more like slabs. Melted and split apart in the box so that was a gooey box of cheese with some breaded crust mixed in. Nothing to actually pick up with my fingers and dip into the sauce. The sauce, which was tomato water. Back to the salad. How hard is it to offer a halfway decent caesar salad when you're charging $14? This was made by someone who did not give a d**n enough to not include the lettuce stump (I get it, it happens, but if it was the only issue I wouldn't be writing this) and then it's just romaine, a few cherry tomatoes, parm slabs and then canned parm shake (way too much of that also) and some bread crumbs. Dressing was like vinaigrette. Let me add that I don't like bashing a restaurant. I know it's a tough business having worked in several when I was younger. But there's no excuse for sending out a meal this carelessly prepared that costs over $100. Nomo Novo for us.

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    Lexi S.

    My first experience here in 2021 blew me away! I loved the quaint feel of the outdoor patio, and how the service was top notch. I remembered the perfect crust on the cheesy pizza and how the pasta melted in my mouth. We returned last night for a birthday dinner with family. We made a reservation and we were seated on the patio. Our server attended to all of our drinks and we ordered lots of food. We had the mozzarella sticks, cheese pizza, a gluten free vegetable pizza, the Burrata toast (wow!!!) and lots of pasta dishes. We ordered the salmon, I had the carbonara pasta gluten free with a ball of Burrata on the side, we had the bolognese pasta, and the Caprese chicken with potatoes. All of the dishes were devoured! I can't say enough nice things about this restaurant. I will 100% return. Quality of food, portions, service, atmosphere all deserves a 10/10

    Tiramisú
    Katie D.

    Cute little cafe with an expansive menu. We stopped in for a quick dessert and were pleasantly surprised with the variety of options. The waitstaff was kind and friendly. We were seated and served quickly. Would definitely recommend a stop if you're in Burbank!

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    Amazing pizza and pasta dishes. My granddaughter says it's the best pizza she's ever had.

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    Everything wonderful at Novo Cafe in Burbank. Delicious food, love the patio area and the service is amazing , we love going there !!!

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    Gluten free pasta on the menu?

    It was last time I was there

    Are there roaches in the bathroom?

    No there are not that I've seen

    Do they offer free refills on cokes?

    I don't believe so, they serve from behind the counter. If you go before dinner, it is more of a grab tour own water and order at the counter. Dinner is table service.

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    4.3(676 reviews)
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    We had a great time here, will come back. We came here for three reasons. 1. We live in Burbank and…read moreit was close and wanted to support the business 2. They are a Resy restaurant so making a reservation was super easy 3. Well...don't you want a nice dinner for an anniversary? Overall the restaurant's service and hospitality are top notch. They seated us in time and were very much on top of things service wise during the meal. I mean our server constantly checked on us and made sure we were enjoying a nice anniversary dinner. They even were super nice in giving us a beautiful and delicious Tiramisu for dessert! But to start we did start with the heirloom tomatoes with Buratta which was def hefty! Just big and juicy tomatoes with such great cheese, olive oil and balsamic with some basil. Yum. I wished they would have gone with a little more basil bc what a wonderful herb that it!! I will say that they could make the place a little more romantic -- all it would take would be some lighting change (warmth and spottier) and maybe some paint for the walls weren't all white (but that's IMO). Anyways for the main course we enjoyed pasta which we both wanted and they were super lenient on switching my tagliatelle to rigatoni which is what I love with a Ragu meat sauce. It was great! The sauce was amazing esp with the focaccia tbh eh give you to soak all that sauce. Overall we were happy and would come back. Thank you Centanni!

    I'm perplexed & frankly, envious by any rating over three stars; where was this supposedly-amazing…read morepasta the night my friends & I visited Centanni? My order of Ravioli di Zucca ($25) was ordinary, absolutely nothing that hasn't already been done to pumpkin ravioli with butter, sage, & parm. The rest of the dishes were equally mediocre. College bff commented that the white truffle oil in her Pappardelle was dialed up to an intense 130% when the chef should've stopped before reaching 100%. When I saw the pizzas the rest of our group ordered, I was glad I didn't make the same choice; perfect for a kid's amateur palate, but the thin layer of cheese & sparse toppings would make an adult pizza lover sad. Centanni is a casual spot with uninspired decor. The only plus side to our meal was our friendly server who regularly checked on us.

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    Monte Carlo Deli - Monte Carlo Combination

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    3.8(1.7k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Monte Carlo Deli serves authentic Italian pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. My go-to orders are the…read moremeat lasagna and the pastrami sandwich. The lasagna is delicious, and the noodles melt in your mouth. I like it because it's not overly heavy like some other lasagnas. It comes with two piecea of garlic bread. During my last visit, one was a bit burnt on the edges. The pastrami sandwich is really tasty, and the bread is soft but still has a nice chew. It usually comes with marinated diced tomatoes, but I always ask for them on the side. If you dine in, the sandwich comes with two deli sides. On my last visit, I got the potato salad and marinated artichokes and both were great. The potato salad was creamy, and the artichokes were super flavorful. For dessert, I tried the tiramisu, and it was a bit underwhelming. It had a slightly gritty texture. Since it's imported from Italy, I had high expectations, but I'm guessing it's shipped frozen, which might be why it didn't taste fresh. I wouldn't order it again. They also sell Italian cookies and gelato. The cookies are good, especially the raspberry ones. The gelato is really refreshing. I recommend mixing mango and raspberry if you like something tart, or trying the tiramisu flavor if you want something sweeter. It's a cafeteria-style deli, so you order at the counter, pay, and then find a table. They also have outdoor seating.

    So, without a doubt I've had my fair share of Italian food. But you haven't LIVED until you try…read morethis place. I had the absolute pleasure of getting to try their butternut squash ravioli in a delicious pink sauce, and their monte carlo pizza which I cannot possibly over praise for how fantastic how perfectly crispy the crust was. Tons of pizzas get it wrong, where you'll get a "gummy" layer between the top and bottom of your standard pizza, but this one? This one was PERFECT in the crisp factor and the toppings, were fantastic. To top it all off, we got some gelato which exactly the kinds of thing that helps shake off a heatwave. The people serving us were super friendly and it genuinely makes me wish I had known about this place sooner. The GARLIC BREAD was so fantastically tasty that I could have made it a dish all by itself. The spot really makes you feel like you're at home, and I'm just grateful I happened to be hungry in the general area. Cheers!

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    4.6(213 reviews)
    3.3 miValley Village

    My wife and I stopped by Vivi Restaurante tonight on a whim and were seriously impressed…read more At first glance the restaurant sits in a small, somewhat sketchy looking shopping center, but don't let that fool you. The food and the experience were excellent. Our server was incredibly friendly and gave us some great recommendations to start the night. We began with the house bread, which was soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and served with balsamic and olive oil. Simple and delicious. Next up was their homemade Caesar salad. Instead of traditional croutons they use toasted crumbs, and honestly it was a game changer. The texture worked perfectly with the dressing. For our mains we had the Dover sole piccata which was bright, buttery, and exactly what we were craving, along with the seafood linguine that was rich and flavorful. We wrapped things up with a cappuccino cheesecake and an Americano which was the perfect way to end the meal. Great service, great food, and a really enjoyable dinner overall. 10/10 recommend. PS: The playlist was hitting perfectly.

    It would be easy to drive right past this place -- and that would be a mistake. Tucked into the…read morecorner of a strip mall, it doesn't scream for attention. It doesn't have to. The food does that on its own. This isn't "typical" Italian. The ingredients are high quality, the preparations are thoughtful, and you can taste the care in every dish. There's a real sense that the owner-chef is cooking food he believes in. We had the bolognese and the arrabbiata, plus an antipasto salad with everything finely julienned -- simple detail, big impact. Excellent across the board, right down to the bread. And the prices? They feel like they're from another decade. This meal easily outcompetes most Ventura Blvd spots without the pretense or inflated bill. And Justin the server is just super - we will be back. Give it a try. You'll be glad you did.

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    Urban Press Winery & Restaurant

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    I've been meaning to write this review! They exceeded my expectations for my engagement party. The…read morefood, service, and decor were all wonderful. We hosted about 20 people for lunch and everything was delicious. I selected the Rigatoni Bolognese, Chicken Piccata, and Baby Gem Caesar salad for the lunch menu. We also added pizzas for extra options and I brought a cake. I don't like cannolis so bring your own dessert if you're not a cannoli fan! Rose, the event coordinator, was amazing to work with and made the process so easy. Pricing was very fair for the overall experience. The decor during Christmas/new years was beautiful. I highly recommend Urban Press Winery for events or casual dining!

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    Uovo absolutely lives up to the hype. Thomas was great!…read more The biggest thing that stands out is how fresh everything tastes--especially the pasta. Knowing it's flown in from Italy daily sounds like a gimmick, but once you try it, you get it. The texture is unreal--perfectly al dente and way different from your typical spot. I ordered the Cacio e Pepe and the Carbonara, and both were incredible. The Cacio e Pepe was simple but ridiculously flavorful, and the Carbonara was rich without being too heavy. You can tell they focus on doing a few things really well instead of overcomplicating the menu. Service was fast and efficient, and the whole place has a clean, modern vibe. It does get busy, so expect a bit of a wait, but turnover is quick so it's not a dealbreaker. If you're a pasta person, this spot is a must. Easily one of the best casual Italian meals in LA.

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    How do I begin to share the story of our absolutely perfect 25th wedding anniversary? By starting…read morewith the HIGHLIGHT of our evening: Dinner at Prosecco Trattoria! From my first call to restaurateur Eric to make a reservation earlier in the week, the experience was as warm and personable as can be. Within minutes of our arrival, we were greeted by co-restaurateur Antonio, and we instantly felt like family at the beautiful, private table they had thoughtfully reserved for us by the window. Our wonderful server, Jessica, made the night even brighter. We started with some Peach Puree Bellini Prosecco that was crisp, refreshing, and beyond amazing. The food arrived with impressive speed, but the quality was truly second to none. My wife absolutely loved the special of the night--a Tiger Shrimp and Asparagus Linguini--and my Angus Beef Bolognese with savory short rib ragu was easily the best I've ever had. Antonio and Jessica checked on us frequently, chatting about the day and the amazing history of the restaurant. This was NOT just a night out at a "restaurant." This was quite literally getting together with family and having the time of our lives. Prosecco Trattoria is not "just another place to eat"--it is now our favorite home away from home for artfully prepared food and drinks. To Eric, Antonio, and Jessica: thank you for welcoming us into your family for such a special milestone!

    If it were possible, this establishment deserves 6 stars! Went to a charming real estate open…read morehouse, up the street around dusk. The hubby wanted to eat out Italian for a cozy Sunday, holiday evening. And have never ventured here in Toluca Lake; and what an elegant, delight! Jessica was our server. She made our experience delectable, truly! Noticed every detail, and with warm humor. She recommended my husband read the desert menu aloud, for the romance of it all. And it works and that's true! Hehe I ordered the 4-cheese Ravioli in tomatoe sauce, and it's unlike any I've EVER had. It's about 5 inches in diameter, round+ mostly flat, and not too salty. Absolutely delicious! Jessica offered to sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, the service! Unmatched. The Italian seasoning added to the tomatoe sauce, makes it sweeter, aromatic. If you're familiar with my reviews, I'm always searching for vegetarian options. For desert we had the Panna Cotta with wild berries. Excellent, yummy! And we kept it cozy, with mint hot tea. Which is always a go-to around the Xmas holidays. The decor is northern Italian elegance: hand painted art, crystal chandeliers, and white linens abound. Reminds me of when we hiked the hills of Tuscany. With the holiday touch of twinkle lights and fresh winter floral bouquets. It seems most locals frequent here: Are known by name, and had the front door held open for them if elderly. What sweet, kindness and local vibes. We'll be back, to try perhaps the chicken the hubby says. :) Thank you all for an exceptional, romantic Sunday night dinner with my Hubby, during the holidays.

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