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3.5 (703 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
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Berenice V.

I haven't been to pasta Roma in years but was in the area for a museum trip and made my way over for lunch. The pasta is hearty and delicious. The garlic bread rolls are still amazing! The one negative is that service isn't as friendly as it used to be, also a little slower but understandable as it was lunch time on a weekend so I'm sure they had a lot of online or delivery orders.

Rich menu with lot of options for pretty much everyone. Food tasted good. We ordered four different dishes including a sandwich and everyone was happy with their plate. I took away one star for one reason - the Linguine with Shrimp had only 6 pieces of shrimp. For $16.99+tax thats just not enough. Desert was nice too.

Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken
Alexis P.

This place has been here since I could remember. It has a variety of dishes that you can choose from. It is a family owned restaurant, it's very spacious and welcoming. The owners are there from time to time but whether the owners are there or not, their employees are very friendly. Everything is fresh, especially the pizza. Don't expect it to be ready in less than 5 minutes. They are made to order so avoid coming in if you're in a rush or super hungry. Of course it's located in a plaza so finishing parking will be difficult but there is always street parking nearby them.

Penne pasta di pollo
Betancourt E.

I've been coming in here for 30 years, this place has always been solid for that long. This place is sort of a cafeteria I guess, you order and get a tray and sit down to eat. The food is very tasty, they have plenty of options from pizza to sandwiches to fresh salads , I always order the chicken with a little bit of pasta and grilled vegetables. Service is friendly and fast and I will continue to come back for hopefully another 30 years .

Larry T.

Just received our large office order. My pizza's tamper seal was loose and had tape on it The image of the pizza... speaks for itself....

this girl had the worst attitude ever . She kept rolling her eyes at an older gentleman who simply asked her for napkins .
Cinthya T.

Your employee needs to fix her attitude . Food is okay . Everybody else was nice , good ambiance , except the way she kept rolling her eyes when an older gentleman was asking her for napkins.

Garlic Bread was gooood. The rest not so much
Chloe T.

Gonna start off by saying the cashiers had zero hospitality so automatically off to a bad start. The bathroom was disgusting, but other than the restaurant itself was cute. Honestly the food wasn't all that. It's the same price as going to Olive Garden, but with lower quality food. Ordered a margarita pizza and ended up with a frozen cheese pizza with some basil on it. Really depends on if you're willing to pay a pretty penny for below average food.

Spaghetti meat sauce with Ceasars salad and buttery fresh garlicbread knots!
Raymond R.

Love coming to Pasta Roma, which is located in University Park on Figueroa St. near USC! located inside of small business center but can always find parking. Inside its cozy loft style and being it's not the "ohh- la- la,"it has very good delicious , not starchy ,very chewable pasta! The pasta is prepared fresh every day, and the sauces are well seasoned, not sugary, that will satisfy your taste buds! The dishs all come with great tasting garlic bread knots that are buttery and soft that melt in your mouth. I always order the Ceasars salad to complement the pasta! it has fresh romaine, great tasting dressing, and croutons! So when in the area or come to crypto to watch a concert or sporting event and don't want to spend big money and feel like great tasting Italian food visit " Pasta Roma"!

Meat Lasagna (Choice Beef or Chicken or Turkey).  Small portion, but looks larger in the picture.
Renee P.

Prior to ordering delivery through DoorDash, I called Pasta Roma to ask about the calamari. The young lady that answered the phone was very pleasant. I ordered the calamari and beef lasagna. The calamari was too salty to finish with too much batter for the small pieces of squid. I did not like the marinara sauce. The lasagna was a little salty, but decent. I thought the portion was small for the price. The garlic bread could have used more garlic. I love calamari, but I would not order it again based on the saltiness and the marinara sauce. I'm not sure if I would order the lasagna again because I know I can get a larger portion that tastes just as good for the same price from a different restaurant. I didn't expect the salad and haven't tasted it yet, but I know I will have to remove the olives, I hate olives. I haven't decided if I will give them another try. If I do, I will update my review, good or bad.

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They food is great and the servings will keep you full! This is place to go if you want good Italian food!

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I got a gum wad in my bag of food, didnt touch the food itself but it was touching the utensils and napkins. so gross.

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Maccheroni Republic

Maccheroni Republic

4.4(4.7k reviews)
2.4 mi•Downtown
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One of our absolute favorite restaurants -- we honestly look forward to coming to LA just to eat at…read moreMaccheroni Republic. The Ravioli Di Zucca and Rigatoni Pom'Amore are phenomenal -- easily some of the best pasta we've ever had. The Lasagna di Carne is delicious too, although the rich meat sauce is so generous that you don't get to appreciate their incredible pasta quite as much. Small, quaint indoor dining + a cute patio that somehow doesn't feel like you're in the heart of LA. The restaurant is first come, first served, and there's often a wait. Come early or grab a cocktail across the street at Grayson while you wait. It's worth the wait. Every. Single. Time.

I've been so busy since we came back from LA that I'm just now getting around to leaving a…read morereview... Our annual visit to Maccheroni Republic. We always seem to end up ordering the same dishes and we've never been disappointed. Everything tasted great as usual. They also had the Italian Custard on the dessert menu this time. We had tried it once before and absolutely loved it, especially the caramel sauce that comes with it. We practically had to fight over the caramel sauce. LOL. It's that good! If you ever see it on the dessert menu, I highly recommend trying it. We enjoyed everything but the overall atmosphere felt a little different this time. We actually wondered if something had changed with the management or the restaurant itself. We used to have to wait quite a while for a table but this time we went on a Friday night and there was no line at all. The crowd also seemed very different from what we remembered. We also felt a little rushed by our server which was disappointing. One of the things we always liked about Maccheroni Republic was the relaxed, laid-back atmosphere and we had never felt rushed during our previous visits. I can't quite put my finger on it but something just felt different this time. Still, the food was great and overall, we had a good time.

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Maccheroni Republic - MASCARPONE FLAN

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Cento Pasta Bar - Carbonara

Cento Pasta Bar

4.4(1.2k reviews)
4.0 mi•West Adams
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My friends and I went here for a girls night dinner and it was genuinely such a cute place to eat…read moregood food, great vibes, and cute pictures! The service is so sweet here and we felt very taken care of the entire night. The parking situation is either street parking if you're lucky or valet parking ($12 cash/$15 card). We ordered the Spicy Pomodoro and the Carbonara and I will say, the Spicy Pomodoro was so yummy and creamy and we really enjoyed it! The Carbonara was a bit salty for my taste but it was still very yummy. Overall, 10/10 experience!

Came here for dinner!…read more FLAVOR (4.3/5): 1. HAMACHI CRUDO: The hamachi crudo was just okay in my opinion. The elderflower came through really strong, so the dish ended up being floral and sweet forward, while I prefer a stronger citrus element in my crudo. 2. STEAK TARTARE: The steak tartare also didn't really impress me. I couldn't help but compare it to Bestia's tartare, which had a richer and more well-rounded flavor. 3. SPICY POMODORO: The spicy pomodoro was good! Pasta was cooked to perfection and it had the right amount of kick. 4. SWEET CORN AGNOLOTTI: The sweet corn agnolotti was the star of the show, undoubtedly. The balance of the corn and the creme fraiche was just so well done, keeping it both sweet and savory. Would definitely recommend this one. 5. GRILLED BRANZINO: I always try to get branzino whenever I see a restaurant has it on their menu, and this one was a fun one. My friend didn't like it, but I actually really enjoyed the delicate flavors. The skin was crispy and so delicious and the spices on it paired well with the cucumber salad underneath, as well as the filling inside the fish. Really well done in my opinion. 6. BANANA PUDDING TIRAMISU: The banana pudding tiramisu was absolutely delicous. SERVICE (5/5): Service was good! AMBIENCE (5/5): I chose to sat at the counter where you could take a peek into the inner workings of the kitchen, but they also have more intimate/romantic seating throughout the restaurant if you want something for date night. PARKING (3/5): Their valet is $12 cash or $14 card, so I opted for street parking. Not too difficult if you don't mind the walk. The area can be a little sketchy at night. TAKEAWAYS: While Cento's mains were good, I felt like their appetizers fell short. If I were to come back I'd definitely get the Sweet Corn Agnolotti, Grilled Branzino, and Banana Pudding Tiramisu again.

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Bestia

Bestia

4.3(8.5k reviews)
2.8 mi•Downtown
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My siblings and I came to visit my cousin and her husband from Chicago, and decided to dine in at…read moreBestia on Saturday night, September 6th! For all of us it was our first time at Bestia, they picked the restaurant and glad to say it was a great pick! Everyone enjoyed our time here together for the first time. The experience was amazing from the welcoming of our waitress and the detailed menu descriptions she gave to fun fact about the name of the restaurant! The restaurant was well lit and sounded like everyone was having a great time, laughing and catching up with one another! As well as the staff helping each other out and making sure everyone was satisfied! Angelica, our waitress, was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, as well as the rest of the staff! She helped us pick our entrees and appetizers as well. Angelica made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal from making sure our drinks were refilled or bringing another round of drinks, to bringing clean plates for every entree we received! The bone marrow and branzino was definitely a 100/10, my brother who hates fish actually tried it and loved it! The bone marrow left everyone at the table speechless! Thank you to everyone at Bestia, especially our waitress, Angelica, for a wonderful dinner!

We had such a wonderful experience at Bestia celebrating my wife's birthday! The food was…read moreincredible, and the service made the night even more special. Huge shoutout to our server, Zack, for taking great care of us, and Floor Manager Angelita, who was so warm and attentive, checking in to make sure everything was perfect. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the squid ink pasta and Peruvian scallops are absolute must tries! Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to. Highly recommend!

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PASTA e PASTA by Allegro - Mentai pasta

PASTA e PASTA by Allegro

4.4(1.8k reviews)
2.7 mi•Little Tokyo, Downtown
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I can't believe that there is such a nice little Japanese style pasta place like this in little…read moreTokyo. Situated in Honda Plaza, just across the street from the typical village. This restaurant is definitely a treat for anyone who want to try the Japanese style pasta. I had Japanese style pasta back in Japan before. And this little restaurant tastes exactly the same (if not better!!) We tried the uni pasta, mentai cream pasta and a tomato based pasta. All delicious. You cannot choose your own pasta style and cooking tenderness though. Portion is big and they come with salad and bread too. Price is reasonable. And our servers was super nice and make us felt so welcome all the time!

i'm a big fan of pasta and asian flavors, and this might be one of my favorite places in LA…read more i've been here twice now, and each time i've come right at 5pm. it's been the most seamless experience, but i've seen how the small space can get filled up quickly. i have to give props to the staff for being so attentive and efficient. the dimly lit and intimate ambience here makes you feel like you're at an italian restaurant. you even get a small salad and dinner roll with butter to start. i was impressed already -- the bread was warm and soft, and the salad dressing was surprisingly addicting. it had a tanginess that felt light and refreshing. then come the pastas, and the portions are bigger than you'd expect. three dishes are plenty for a family of four to share and experience each flavor. the mentai cream pasta is my favorite, and as someone who loves creamy and almost-sweet flavors, i'll pick it every time. the only complaint my family had was that all the pastas used the same spaghetti noodle, which does take away the opportunity for each dish to stand out on its own. the fuller you get, the more the pastas start to blend in taste -- but still to me a delicious, unable-to-stop-eating taste nonetheless.

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Donna's - Fusilli alla vodka

Donna's

4.3(743 reviews)
3.7 mi•Echo Park
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We went last night for the first time to celebrate my birthday as it's around the corner from our…read morefavorite pizza place Quartersheets. What a great small restaurant with a fantastic buzz. No detail is overlooked. Beautiful design -- reminds me of what your Italian grandma's dining room would look like if she had great taste. We took a Lyft since the parking situation is tough (but there is a paid lot down the street) and we were running late.I called and left message that we were running 15 minutes late and they got my voicemail and they were great about. Table was available right away. Cocktails were impressive - and we started with a dirty martini and a Negroni blanco. The garlic bread made with Bub & Grandma's bread is a clear winner. Our server Emerson was top notch and steered us through the menu and drinks and was informative and friendly as very professional. When he'd walk through dining room, he was scanning to see if anyone was trying to catch his eye. And when I did he came right over. None of this look straight ahead stuff I sometimes see when it's a busy night. You can get out of Donna's for a reasonable price if you stick to garlic bread, salad and one of their excellent pasta dishes (5 of the dishes are in the $25-$28 range). We splurged and got the scampi (from France) what a sauce, truffle gnocchi, amazing chicken Marsala with amazing mushroom sauce $32) and the Cesar salad was delicious and not mailed in. We ordered 1 dessert (panna cotta with pistachio brittle and fresh figs) and they brought a tiramisu and tiny glasses of their own limoncello out on the house. We also tried 1 glass of their special vermouth since we are vermouth lovers. A++++ experience all round and it was a high level of ingredients and food -- chef and his team are top notch. I now need to find out who's the chef in that kitchen because they've built an excellent team. Donna's slyly calls itself just a "red sauce Italian restaurant" but I'd say that's a real understatement...and I think it's a great date night or small group place because it's intimate and you can hear your table partners talk. I don't recall any music playing - just the warm brown background noise of fun conversation. We ate early (my preference these days) and if you don't see any openings for reservations, ask Resy to give you an alert -- you'll get notified when reservations open up. Emerson said they always hold some tables for walk ins. PS -- I normally don't leave such long reviews, but I have some friends who are chefs and who own restaurants - and when I see other Yelp reviews where someone leaves a one star because the hostess was allegedly rude when everything else is great -- I just hate to see how it can affect a restaurant. I have no relationship with this restaurant at all. I don't know any anyone who works in it or owns any part of it, but I just don't like to see people abuse the reviews -- the restaurant business is tough as it is. And as someone who has worked downtown and driven through Echo Park for 30 years - I think Donna's is a great addition to Echo Park.

I would say the food is about a 6/10 but the service is a 10/10. The food is a bit too salty and it…read moreseemed like a common note across multiple neighboring tables. The highlight was definitely the Fusili ala vodka pasta, though we asked for well-cooked rather than al dente and it was still pretty al dente. There is ample street parking in and around the place but it is in a bit of a sketchy area, so be careful. The garlic bread is made of sourdough and it comes with a lot of cheese, which makes it even more sour. The tomato risotto is a 4/10 - it just tasted like cheese and the broccolini is a 6/10 - its pretty unflavorful and uncooked. We ended the night with a shot of limoncello and that was the perfect palette cleanser.

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Donna's - Bar area.

Bar area.

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Mother Wolf

Mother Wolf

4.1(1.5k reviews)
5.9 mi•Hollywood
•$$$$

What a fantastic night at Mother Wolf!…read more The food was incredible. We ordered the squash blossoms, Cacio e Pepe, Pizza Rossa, and Spaghetti all'Arrabbiata. Everything was delicious, but the Arrabbiata stole the show. Absolutely spectacular. And don't overlook the kale salad. It sounds simple, but it's anything but. The desserts were wonderful too. As good as the food was, the service might have been even better. From the bartenders and servers to the management, everyone was genuinely warm, friendly, and attentive. What I particularly appreciated was how relaxed and welcoming the staff made the whole experience. No attitude, no pretension, just really lovely people who clearly enjoy what they do. We sat in the bar area rather than the main dining room, and I loved it. It was lively and fun, with plenty going on around us. If you prefer a quieter, more intimate dinner, there are some beautiful, cozy booths toward the back of the restaurant. The cocktails were excellent, the food was outstanding, and the staff made an already great dinner even better. We will absolutely be back! Sorry I didn't take any photos. You know you're having a good time when you're not even reaching for your phone.

Hollywood, Los Angeles Roman Italian · California Forks Given: (4.30 / 5.0)…read more Mother Wolf might be the best Italian restaurant in LA that doesn't have Evan Funke's name over the door. Which is funny, because it's his too. Not everything lands (sorry, prawns), but the hit rate is high. Highlights from the table: Fiori di Zucca: crispy, cheesy, the best squash blossoms in LA. Not one of the best. The best. Diavola: my favorite pizza on the menu and one of the best Neapolitan pizzas in town Cacio e Pepe: al dente, creamy, cheesy, peppery, perfectly balanced Tagliata di Manzo: the ribeye cap that keeps us guessing came through. Lean, salty crust, really good Gamberi in Salsa Verde: fine, but the sauce lacked punch. Not in the same conversation as the prawns at Bavel Panna Cotta di Coco: tart, sweet, great textures. Not Funke's desserts, but very good Burro Fuso: the brown butter came through loud and clear. The date... not so much Bestia fans, this room is more spacious, more grand and a bit quieter. Order the squash blossoms, the cacio e pepe and the Diavola, and save room for dessert. Full review with photos and our score breakdown: https://www.forksgiven.com/2026/10/03/mother-wolf-hollywood-review/ Follow me on Instagram @wegiveforks

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Polpette Di Coda (Oxtail Meatballs)

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