Andrea is the coolest, she's a queen. She made my birthday feel so special! Xoxo…read more She had my whole party come in last minute and it was so cool of her to help me seat all of my 12 friends! Also all the chefs are killer!

This has easily become one of my favorite Italian spots and a regular staple for me and my guy…read morebestie! One of the things I love most is the open-kitchen concept. You can actually watch everything being prepared right in front of you, and there's something about seeing the pasta and dishes come together fresh that makes the whole experience feel that much more authentic. The ragu is the star for me. The first time I ordered it, I'll admit I underestimated it because visually it looks so simple and isn't swimming in sauce. Then you take a bite and realize how much flavor is packed into such an unassuming dish. It's rich, savory, perfectly balanced, and one of those dishes I find myself craving afterward. I'm also a huge fan of their salad, and I've done the tasting menu twice now. Both times were excellent and gave me a chance to try things I probably wouldn't have ordered on my own. And definitely save room for the tiramisu...it's delicious! The space itself is intimate, with a limited number of traditional tables and more seating around the bar/open kitchen area. Personally, I think sitting near the kitchen adds to the experience because you get to watch all the action. The service is another reason I keep coming back. Everyone has consistently been attentive, warm, and friendly, and Thomas, the manager, deserves a special mention. He is always welcoming and helps create the kind of hospitality that turns a great restaurant into a place you genuinely want to return to. One thing to keep in mind: gratuity is already included, so check your bill before adding an additional tip. Also worth noting, there's no full cocktail program here,just wine and beer, which honestly fits the simple, authentic Italian vibe perfectly. Fresh ingredients, great service, an intimate atmosphere, and food that consistently delivers. There's a reason this place has become one of our regular spots. And seriously... get the ragu.

I have become a regular at Il Tramezzino and I will never stop raving about it. It's one of those…read moreplaces where everything on the menu is good and always delivers. The salmon salad is my personal favorite and I order it constantly, but the avocado toast deserves its own moment. I brought a friend recently who said "avocado toast always tastes the same" -- and I told her not here. She understood immediately on her first bite. It is bursting with flavor in a way that has no business being as good as it is. I mean, it's bread, avocado, some cheese, fresh basil.... but it SINGS! The desserts are delicious, the server recommendations are genuinely solid (they actually know the menu and steer you right), and the service overall is warm and attentive. Special shoutout to Miles, who is always a joy and makes you feel genuinely welcomed every time. The space is small with both indoor and outdoor seating, but that's part of the charm -- it feels less like a restaurant and more like going over to a friend's house for dinner. They take real care of you here, attentive, superior, friendly service. If you haven't been, go. And when you get there, order the avocado toast -- even if you think you've had good avocado toast before. You haven't had this one. But seriously, anything you order will be great! Easy street parking and during the day for lunch they have a valet just next to Voyage et Cie (shop next door) that's reasonably priced.

I have been here twice back in 2011-2012. Not much has changed since then except a few things. I…read morewill get to it in a minute. Walked in on the 29th of last month with a former coworker at 5:20pm, and was nicely greeted by Irvin and Kelcey. Since it was a bit crowded inside, we both decided to sit outside. It has a cute vibe to it. Both inside and outside. Place was clean, except their gender neutral restroom, which is outside. In a way it's good. The trash was full. They have a huge, extensive menu with options from sandwiches, to soups, desserts, cold and hot beverages, known for their Panini sandwiches. They also have salads, appetizers, pizza, and pastas. Organic and gluten free options too. Also vegan friendly. I wish that they can add some seafood on their menu. They only have fish. Kelcey gave us an excellent, exceptional service. In every way. She needs a raise and a promotion at the same time. We both got different dishes and shared. Let me not forget to say that the water that they brought along with a refill, tasted like medicine. It was weird and strange at the same time. Even with a slice of lemon inside. Not good. Food came out pretty quickly and our Beet & Arugula Salad took the cake. It was that good! It had red beets, oranges, cranberries, candied pecans, (told her no pecans), goat cheese tossed in an orange Vinaigrette dressing. She even brought extra dressing, but the salad had enough dressing already. We also got their heart shaped Turkey Panini sandwich that was out of this world. The Baguette was nicely toasted and came with avocado, sun dried tomatoes, Provolone cheese, & Basil garlic sauce. Very fresh and delicious. Last but not least, we got their Penne Milano pasta that came with grilled chicken breast, fresh basil, (minus pine nuts), chopped Roma tomatoes, Kalamata olives, & roasted red peppers in a spicy pink Alfredo sauce. Let me not forget that we got a nice basket of complimentary bread which was old/stale, that almost broke two of my teeth, and had 3 butters. We also got Torchi (pickled veggies). Cauliflower and Carrots. The sauce for the pasta was a bit too spicy for our liking. It did say spicy on the menu, but it was too much. The pasta was lukewarm, but the rest were fine. Kelcey checked on us few times and everything was great! Amount of food that we got was perfect for the prices. I will definitely return, when I am craving any one of their food options. Thank you Kelcey, Irvin, IL Tramezzino, and management! Their original location is in Beverly Hills & don't have parking. Plenty of parking around the block, on Ventura blvd, and on their side streets. That's all for now.

Ca' Del Sole is one of Southern California's best-kept secrets and, without question, one of my…read morefavorite restaurants. Tucked away in an unexpected corner of North Hollywood, you walk through the entrance and suddenly feel as though you've been transported to a breathtaking Italian garden. The ambiance is absolutely magical and easily ranks among my top 10 dining experiences in Southern California. I've been coming here for well over a decade, and it has never lost its charm. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic date night, meeting friends for brunch, or simply treating yourself to an unforgettable meal, Ca' Del Sole delivers every single time. The food is exceptional. Every dish is beautifully prepared with the quality, elegance, and attention to detail you'd expect from an upscale restaurant in France or Italy--but at prices that are surprisingly reasonable. It's rare to find a restaurant that feels this luxurious without the luxury price tag. Their brunch is outstanding, dinner is absolutely spectacular, and every meal feels like an occasion. The service is equally impressive. It's not unusual to spot an A-list celebrity dining here, but what I love most is that everyone is treated like a VIP. The hospitality is warm, genuine, and consistently exceptional. The staff has a way of making every guest feel welcome, appreciated, and completely taken care of. I especially love the beautiful cabanas and garden patio. It's one of those places where you find yourself lingering because you simply don't want the experience to end. Honestly, part of me wants to keep Ca' Del Sole a secret so I can always get a table--but restaurants this special deserve to be celebrated. If you're looking for incredible food, world-class service, unforgettable ambiance, and one of the most romantic dining experiences in Los Angeles, this is the place. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back, and if I could, I'd happily celebrate every special occasion here.

Overall really happy with my experience here! The table…read morebread & pesto was honestly very tasty and the bread seemed fresh! I'm taking a star off because the cocktail 2 of u ordered was TERRIBLE and the booths REALLY need to be replaced. They date the place more than the fixtures already do. That being said, the front desk staff are so friendly (even before we accidentally left our credit card and had to come back the next day lol) and we were pleasantly surprised by the food! Two of us split the short rib ravioli and it was SO lovely. The meat was so moist and flavorful within the tender ravioli sheets. The sauce was light but rich enough to round out the dish nicely. I honestly wish we hadn't split the fish because it was so good I could have finished the whole thing by myself lol. My other friend ordered the calamari as her meal and was also very pleased! The place definitely needs updates on the interior as it certainly looks run down and not the kind of place you have to pay for valet, but overall the food was reasonably priced and very tasty!

It happened, and I was hopeful it would. I've been to this lovely, charming restaurant maybe 6…read moretimes now, every couple months since it first opened. Always really, really good. But every time it gets better -- and the trajectory had me imagining that this place might be special. And tonight it happened. It transcended from excellent to life changing. I just had two of the best plates of pasta I have ever eaten. I thought it might happen, which is why I kept going back. Wow. The Oxtail Cavatelli is something other worldly. It is literally perfect. Sublime. I will dream of this dish for the rest of my life. I can confidently say that the Pappardelle Bolognese is the best in the city. Pre-dinner bread bears a mention too: it's warmed (baked?) to order and is a little cause for celebrration. The restaurant itself looks like Jack's Bistro from Three's Company. IYKYK. I affectionately call this place Jack's Bistro. Jack would be proud. Bravo.

I've been to Vivi twice now and have loved it both times…read more The food is amazing and the service goes above and beyond. Highly recommend checking it out! I know I'll be going back again and again!

Parking: if you can't find street parking, there's an $8 valet…read more Atmosphere: very fun use of space and decor Service: terrific Food: had the aglio olio pasta and the Gladiator pizza. Both were delicious. Overall, a great pizza/pasta stop when you're in the area.

Had I been served a decent portion of pasta, I would recommend this place. But what a…read moredisappointment to be served a child's portion. I don't mind paying the price, I'd just like to be served the other half of a serving. Please reconsider these small portions. I'll stick to North Italia and Prosecco Trattoria.

I'm embarrassed to say that this gem has been sitting in my neighborhood for years, merely 5…read moreminutes from my house, and we've only just tried it tonight. What a crazy number of days, weeks, months we've spent without enjoying the good food and friendly service at this comfy, homestyle Italian eatery with a full bar and even fuller menu of properly prepared, seriously tasty dishes. The room is cheery and bright, while remaining welcoming. Not a sign of anything corporate here -- just homespun hospitality and good vibes from start to finish. Our server, Chris, was attentive and most accommodating, explaining various options to us newbies, and making my wife an offer she couldn't refuse: she was trying to decide between Chicken Parm and Cacio E Pepe, so Chris offered to swap the plain pasta side of the parm with Cacio E Pepe, giving her both dishes in one. Sold. You pretty much never see that kind of thing happening nowadays. And it was a great thing, to be sure. The generous portion of chicken was lightly fried and topped with an equally light tomato sauce that complimented the chicken and cheese rather than overwhelming them. The flavor and texture were spot on, and the robust Cacio E Pepe made for a very nice pairing. Me? I ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara, once Chris assured me it was made the traditional way rather than doused in cream as so many places now do. And indeed, the spaghetti was textbook al dente, dressed with with egg yolk and cheese that combined into a richly satisfying sauce. The pancetta brought a touch of salt and plenty of smoky accents, making this about as top notch a version of this dish as you're likely to find in the Valley. Cannoli were sweet and rich; a wonderful palate cleanser at the end of our meal. A Pepperoni Pizza taken to go for our kids at home looked absolutely first rate. Did I mention my martini? Properly made, cool and crisp, and only $15. Quite the bargain for this side of town. Yes, Trattoria Del Sole came as a surprise, but it should be no surprise to anyone reading this that we'll be making this our regular haunt from now-on. I think you should, too.

Our family loves this place! Eat in, if you can. The ambiance is right out of Italy itself -…read morecomplete with an Italian market. I think we've tried everything on the menu through catering, delivery and in-person. Every dish is a well thought out delight and never lets us down!

Very cute spot very friendly staff with patio seating…read more Highly recommend the crab ravioli and the carbonara. As for everything else it's just OK. Their crudo is more of a Spanish style not Italian , Same with the tar tar , it's not authentic. But not saying it isn't good just not what I was expecting. So keep in mind when ordering. Will add that the arrancini are arguably top 5 in LA

made a reservation here via OpenTable and highly recommend doing so as it was full on a Monday…read morenight. bread for the table comes in little bags, so don't be alarmed when it gets placed. starters were delicious shout out to the Ricotta, the table licked that plate clean. Must try the pizzas, especially the one with hot honey. Good for sharing. The octopus was delicious, cooked so well it was tender and flavorful over a bed of forbidden rice. My main course was the short rib ravioli with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and it was really good and very feeling. overall enjoyed my meal, but I will say that there was six of us and the table was a bit snug as they placed us in a half rounded table and added two seats. Love the vibe of the restaurant very clean aesthetic. If you're concerned about parking, it is Ventura Boulevard so either grab street parking if you're lucky or save yourself the headache and go straight from valet. I would definitely come here again.

I've been eating around this place for a while, saving it for a special time. My pickiest friend…read morewanted braised short rib and I found it on Firefly's menu. We went anyway, even though there was nothing extra special to celebrate but life, health and friendship. First off, finding parking was insane- and there was filming across the street taking up nearly all the parking for blocks- I tried. just Valet it rather than walk 6 blocks in heels. Entering this place for the first time, I was enchanted, - treated like a VIP from the parking staff, the door security, host team and servers. Our table was next to the fire place and under the open sky. I could see immediately why this place is loved for the romantic and charming ambiance. We'd planned to share a few plates but then found the prix fix menu and that made it easy. Half a fresh baguette and soft delicious butter with balsamic arrived and it was amazing. The appetizers arrived, heirloom tomatoes with burrata were the best I've had in L.A. and my friend ate most of it himself. Tuna tartar was good. Next the entrees- steak frites for me and the braised short rib for him. The steak was huge filet mignon, with a side of delicious French fries. One suggestion- eat the French fries as hot as possible. They were great and I almost missed them, focused on the steak and sharing the braised short rib with pomme puree and a mushroom sauce that was excellent. The portions were unexpectedly generous. I did not have a lot of room for dessert, but creme brûlée a sticky toffee cake were just incredible. I can't wait to come back with a less fussy dinner guest because he made what would have been an epic first visit less enjoyable than it could have been. Thanks to the several wait staff and manager who accommodated above and beyond. This place is my new favorite L.A. restaurant! I highly recommend you bring your special people to this special place.

Surprisingly, had never been to Firefly, and DineLA always temps me, so I finally decided the time…read morewas at hand and we headed over to Firefly to enjoy a meal. Had a reservation, but the restaurant was very busy, so we were seated outside on a patio, which was fine. Started off with an amuse consisting of a sparkling rose and a whipped, creamy mixture of goat cheese, pecans, chives and aleppo pepper. The rose was rose, it was a small sipping glass, while the whipped treat was alright, interesting but presentation was very basic. For the real meal, we started with bigeye tuna tartare and the pork belly and watermelon. The pork belly was perfect, nice and crispy on the outside, juicy inside, while the watermelon gave a pop of sweetness to cut the savory of the pork belly. The tartare was equally as good with pickled ginger, avocado and ponzu sauce with crispy wontons. For entrees we went with the langostino fettuccine and the braised short rib. The short rib fell apart perfectly and had good flavor to it. It didn't necessarily come off as memorable but it was good. The langostino fettuccine was great, good amount of langostino in a vodka sauce giving a little spicy note to the dish. Very good. To end the meal we had the apple cobbler and the molten cake. The cobbler came with vanilla ice cream and candied walnuts. Nice overall bite. The molten cake was the opposite of molten, missing that runny gooeyness in the middle. Overall, great ambiance, good food and pleasant staff. I'd say skip the molten cake and up to you on the short rib.

Absolutely a fan of my local Bacari…read more This super cool and inviting eatery is located on Ventura Blvd and Hazeltine across from Ralph's and a beat away from the central Whole Foods in Sherman Oaks. Extensive menu with so much variety including lots of delicious finds for all. Team green falafel all the way!! Their vegan pizza pie with caramelized onion, mixed green, roasted garlic and so many yummy flavors is a win as well! The tofu scramble and salatim make brunch the best. And let's not forget about that vegan double chocolate cake :) Enjoy the full dine in experience as well as delivery or pickup - Bacari does it all yall. Incredible cocktails as well as mocktails, inclusive wine, beer and non-alcohol beverages which include classic like juice, cold brew, other coffee like favs and teas. Super gluten free friendly, vegetarian friendly and vegan friendly across the board. Indoor cozy seating as well as intimate stylish patio seating that's beyond dreamy when the weather is nice. It's casual, trendy, and enchanting all at once. Service is typically pretty great. ADA entrance, restrooms and paths. Parking is valet or local street and lot, typically meter or flat rate. During the week they're only open for dinner at 4:30PM until 10:30 PM which makes a weekday lunch craving unfortunate. Friday through Sunday is a different story as the AM to PM is abundant, with a small gap between 230PM til 4PM where they close on Saturday and Sunday only for the change over. Large parties should absolutely make reservation in advanced as this is a very popular and frequently busy location. Bottomless mimosas are available (for a 90 minute time window during you meal)!!

We had such a wonderful experience here! The food was delicious, and everything we ordered was…read morereally well prepared and flavorful. The coffee was also excellent and definitely worth mentioning. The atmosphere was beautiful, cozy, and welcoming, and the servers were absolutely wonderful--friendly, attentive, and very professional. We really enjoyed the overall experience. We sat outside, and the only small downside was that it was a little warm, but that's obviously not really the restaurant's fault. Other than that, everything was great! Overall, a lovely place with delicious food, great coffee, a beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service. We really enjoyed our time here and would happily come back again!

We went here on Mother's Day and it was so lovely! The service was exceptional, the host seated us…read moreright away, took our drink orders, and then asked each of us what we wanted to drink. Food: the salads and pastas we got were family style, we got a pesto pasta with pistachios that was so yuumy, and a vodka gnocchi that I loved! The mother's enjoyed the tiramisu for desert served with fresh vanilla bean ice cream.

We came here for dinner during our first night in Studio City. The restaurant is located in a…read moresmall strip mall with valet parking (tips only). The inside looks nice with black and white photo prints and bottles of wine up top. I can see this place as great for happy hour, family meals, and romantic dates. The food took a while to arrive. They have bo kid's menu but can customize the pastas for you. They seem to specialize in Pink Sauce - sort of a tomatoey alfredo. My review is a bit mixed, so 3 stars. Positives: * Caesar salad was presented nicely and was fresh and crispy with big croutons and wedges of cheese. * Wife seems to like the side of jumbo grilled prawns Areas of Improvement * I was happy to see Jidori chicken marsala on the menu. Chicken was soft and moist but the mushroom flavor didn't quite permeate all the way. I'm getting more of that through the roasted potatoes * I got the salmon penne with butter cheese sauce, instead of the pink sauce. In hindsight not the best move since the pasta was a bit bland with insufficient sauce.