Made reservation because it was close to a screening. Came early and sat outside, not crowded. Lovely outdoor area in a nice evening. FOOD: everything we got was delicious, from the quality of the olive oil on the table and bread, to our eggplant and tuna carpaccio appetizers, to our pasta dishes. Great homemade pasta (a tagliatelle with porcini mushroom a standout). Excellent professional service, some of the best I've experienced. And prices reasonable for the quality and amount of food, especially in Beverly Hills., (That being said, the only wrinkle was they need to work on their cannoli crust; not crispy and tasty enough) By the time we left it was getting packed! Big thumbs up. We will be back. read more

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I had a client meeting in the area and was starving, so I stopped by Piccolo Paradiso for a quick lunch - and I'm so glad I did. I ordered the pear salad and it was absolutely amazing: fresh and flavorful! I'm currently dieting and keeping things light, otherwise I would have definitely tried their pasta and pastries - they looked incredible. What truly stood out to me was the attentive service and genuine, old-fashioned hospitality. That level of care is hard to find in restaurants these days, and it made the experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for such a lovely lunch! read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I have been here many times because this restaurant is more for local people dine in instead of for the tourists The service is very good and the food is authentic and delicious It is a restaurant for families and friends gathering If you are looking for an authentic Italian restaurant, this is a good spot for a group of friends and families to enjoy read more

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Service was incredible, food was amazing. I was so pleased with dinner I 100% would go back. All the food tasted incredible, and our service was great! Our waiter was perfect, let us enjoy our meal and had amazing service. The vibe inside was great, I must go back. read more

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Definitely refer this beautiful inviting Italian restaurant ! The pasta is the best in my opinion in Beverly Hills ! A variety of sauces ( gravies to a jersey gal )... and pasta all service from Martina was excellent -- truly Italiana -- and wonderful every which way you can think of ! It's popular outdoor or indoors ! I had chicken paillard and we shared two different pastas as appetizers --capellini tossed with oil and garlic ( fresh ) and penne arrabiata - and let me say it's the best ! My husband had the New York strip with arugula and it was perfection . A tad pricey but all worth it . The ambiance and decor is perfect . I'll be returning here soon ! We were five of us and we all thought it was wonderful ! Go see for yourself ! read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Part of the indoor dining room - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

The food is excellent. The pasta primavera was tasty but the portion size the second time we went was small. Salads are excellent. The tables are kind of close together so unless you get a booth, it is not very private which has the positive of making it feel more authentic and fun while still feeling intimate. The wait staff are excellent. Corkage is a bit steep so buying their wine is probably worthwhile unless you are uncorking an expensive bottle. read more

All dishes ordered were excellent! Enjoyed asparagus soup, fried calamari, carbonara and tagliata steak. Were seated promptly on a Tuesday evening although we didn't have reservations. Perfect ambiance. Nice Italian music playing but not too loud where you can't have a conversation. Servers were consistently on top of everything. read more

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Ambiance: it's a traditional Italian bar restaurant located on Beverly drive, valet or street parking, it's packed and crowded inside, and a covered patio along the street outside Service: overall fine, a bit rushed when placing the order, and no introduction to their menu at all, refilled water adequately Food: classic Italian dishes, house-made bread and pasta Bread - *** it's a bit dry, still tasty with olive oil and vinegar, not complementary, $1.50 surcharge per person TAGLIOLINI VERDI CON CARCIOFI - **** Green tagliolini, baby artichoke, garlic and parmesan cheese, simple and tasty flavor, recommend RISOTTO ALLA VENEZIANA - *** Carnaroli rice, squid ink, calamari, shrimp and clams, very light taste, seafood was cooked well, clams were gritty Price: moderate portions and slightly overpriced for the quality but understandable for the location, expect $40~$50 per person read more

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Good food I tried few dishes, recommend the veal chop. Service is good. Warm receptionist. Ambiance is nice and quite no loud music. Neighborhood gem dog friendly. read more

Our family favorite! We always come here to have our family dinners! Table size is always 12 plus and Service is always the best and food is so good! And they are kid friendly which is hard to find! My favorite is the calamari fritti for appetizer, Linguini Alle Vongole for my entree and for dessert the panna cotta and Crostata Di Banane E Nutella Caramelized so so good!! Love this place! read more

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We are always looking for new restaurants to try and thought we'd give it a try. My stunning date started with the paradiso salad and thought it was very good and a very large portion. I had my usual Caesar and the anchovy taste overpowered the dressing a bit but it was still very good. She had the linguine and seafood pasta which had crab and lobster and actually said it was probably the most amount of seafood she had ever seen like that. I tried it and it was excellent. Huge pieces of lobster and it was delicious. I had the spaghetti with light garlic sauce and cheese. I switched to pappardelle because I like the thicker and wider noodle. It was very good and was a very healthy serving size. We had the flourless chocolate cake and ice cream to and the meal and the cake was very moist (often not found in fcc) and made it even better. Our server was nice but very businesslike. Service was very good and my water glass was always full. $1.50 per person charge for bread is lame. Parking down the block in the garage. It's a very large menu and we'll be back to explore it more. read more

Lured in by the gorgeous turquoise and marble bar, we had to try it now that South Beverly Grill is out of the question as our regular spot after 10 years. Where can we have a relaxing weekend cocktail and meal that feels homey and worth a trip out of the house? So glad we did! Food service ambiance friendly service, great bread/oil, delicious pasta, fun seeing locals picking up food or dining with family. Love it here. read more

I'll start with the service, because it is the only reason why I couldn't give 5 stars. The entire time, my guest and I felt rushed and hurried. It was still 2 hours before closing time, and we barely had a chance to say hello and catch up before we were pushed to order appetizers right away. We had to ask politely a few times for a few minutes. The food - It was spectacular. I had them custom make a pink vodka sauce with linguini and added some chicken. It was just really really good. I don't give high rating easily, and I believe most people would give a 5 star review over the food - but the service issue had to be noted. read more

We came across this spot bc the wait for honor bar was crazy long. There was no wait and we were seated right away. It is a bit pricey. My friend and I split two things: calamari and the fettuccine Bolognese (forgot to take a picture) and it was the right amount for the two of us. I didn't feel bloated/heavy after the meal. Decent service. read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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It's a fantastic place with delicious food, and I always enjoy my time there--a truly wonderful experience.

We ate here on Saturday, May 16 with my family, four of us. The Manager, Calo is super nice and very professional. He recommended the calamary and so we had that for appetizer, we had the Calamari Fritti, Prosciutto San Daniele E Burrata and of course their bread with butter on the side. We also had the red wine, I forgot what kind but I liked it because it's not dry. Then for our main dish, we had the lobster with pasta, Cioppino, Spinach Ravioli with pumpkin and the gnochhi with truffle, so good it melts in your mouth. Then for dessert, we had the affogato, panna cotta and lemon meringue. Overall, more than satisfied. Although we were full. we didn't feel overwhelmed. Just enough to satisfy our pallets and stomach. It was definitely worth the drive. I will post our pictures after I download them on my email. We came early like 5:32pm and by 7:00pm or so the line was already building up outside. We got street parking metered but there is also the option for Valet parking. The inside decorations is also nice and the restrooms are clean. Whenever I go to a restaurant especially for the first time, I always check the restroom first. I was told if the restrooms are clean and well kept it means so is the kitchen as a rule of thumb. This is always my first rule. It has always worked out for me. My husband said it's the best cioppino he has ever had and affogato. I am no fan of gnocchi but this is so good since it melts in your mouth not chewy or heavy. Contrary to other reviews, I think the serving size is just right. If it was any bigger then it would be too much. The price is about the same as other Italian restaurants that are not even good. The one we have in Eastlake is not even close in taste and is even more expensive. If you want to eat in a nice restaurant you have to be prepared to pay the price. The cost is definitely worth the drive from San Diego. Next time we visit, I think I will order some of the ones I liked the most and new entrees to try. Thank you so much Calo and the staff of Piccola Paradiso, we had a wonderful time and everything was prepared to perfection. Until our next visit. read more

No one is going to get a bad meal here. The Pasta Marinara was outstanding with homemade Penne and homemade Marinara. ($25) You won't get better anywhere else. The Salmon was very good, not the best I have had--but very good. ($35) The White Fish was excellent and so were the veggies that came with it. ($35) The Apple Tort was very good. ($14) Service was Okay. They are efficient and attentive but you don't get the feeling that you are a valued customer here. The woman at the Valet stand ($14) was nicest person at the restaurant and she probably does not work for the restaurant. Table bread could be improved. (Bread Cost: $1.50 pp) If you can't tell by the menu--this is an expensive fine dining restaurant. Expect around $65 to 75 per person with T & T with Appetizer, 2 Mains, 2 Drinks. I do like the atmosphere here, but from a value perspective it's 4 of 5. From just a food perspective 4.5 of 5. From a service perspective 3 of 5. Go if you budget can handle it--there is no reason not to. Get the pasta. read more

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I love this local Italian spot. The decor in the bar area is my preference. They have good drinks and solid Italian food. The hostess is always super nice which is always a plus especially in BH. read more

I mean, the restaurant is really good even though the service and the food! all the service is Italian the environment looks so romantic read more

Piccolo Paradiso - really good - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Piccolo is a wonderful little place in Beverly Hills. It has been around awhile and is just adorable. It has this lovely red awing at the entrance. The place is kept super clean. The service is so friendly and warm. They know the menu and wine list well and may suggest something you have never had. You will love them. It can get crowded so make a reservation. They also do delivery and take away. We have been several times and I have forgotten to review. The seating is so comfortable and I love white tablecloths with a wee candle. Try their Cappelletti in Brodo, which has prosciutto stuffed tortellini, and parmesan on chicken broth. Their Melanzane Alla Parmigiana is amazing. It is baked eggplant filled with ricotta, tomato, basil and mozzarella cheese. Every bite is great. We also love their Zuppetta di Cozze e Vongole. This is my grandson's favorite. It comes with steamed mussels and clams in a light spicy tomato sauce. They have so many handmade pastas you will have to come back again and again. Among others they have capellini, rigatoni, gnocchi, fettuccine, penne, fusilli, spaghetti, linguine, and tagliatelle and all of them are made by hand. The sauce you can pick is endless from Aglio e Olio to Polpettine. For your mains their Milanese di Vitello which is a breaded and pounded rack of veal, arugula, and chopped tomato is a favorite as well as their Filetto al Pepe Verde cooked to perfection and always as ordered. It is the best filet mignon all with a green pepper corn sauce, spinach and roasted potato. You must have their lemon meringue pie if you did no eat too much pasta. If you want they can make it to go. Have the best time. read more

I love Piccolo a lot. Though it's a small place, the dishes are delicious. I do have to dock a star because there are sometimes teeny technical difficulties like the credit card reader not working and the small tables for two do pose some awkwardness occasionally. But there is always a certain wow! Factor that has me coming back. read more

Maybe it was an off night in the kitchen. When you order a pasta dish with crabmeat and lobster for $38, why would you get one bite of crabmeat and one bite of lobster? That is not acceptable. Another person found his dish to be "bland" and my husband said it was "just ok." At those prices, I expect much better. read more

Dinner for two, ordered wine, the Zucchini flowers, Vongole Pasta & the Boar ragú. Wines were both good, but unfortunately not much else was. The zucchini flowers had the same breading as fish and chips. Just not elevated enough for the delicate dish imo. Clams in the vongole did not taste fresh and sat unwell with me. My partner did not like the ragú and did not sit right with him either. Two stars bc service and wine was good. It's not Terrible, but it's nothing to rave about. Vibes okay, you can find much better at the same price tho read more

From the moment we stepped onto the patio, we were captivated by its charm, despite the occasional traffic interruptions. The impeccable service we received throughout the evening truly enhanced our dining adventure. Now, onto the star of the show--the food. The tasting menu surpassed all expectations. Every dish, from the heavenly homemade ravioli to the divine tiramisu and cannoli, was a culinary masterpiece. Each bite was a symphony of flavors, expertly crafted and executed with precision. Grazie Mille ! read more

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The food was delicious and the service was friendly, but I felt the prices were too high for the portion sizes. The ambiance was nice, but overall the cost didn't quite match the value. read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Menu - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

This has been a favorite of mine since I first moved into a house down the street. I have since graduated high school, college and went through three moves in three different cities and still find this restaurant a staple. The hostess, who has been unchanging, as well as what I assume to be the owner, are absolutely wonderful. They seat you rapidly, attend to you diligently, and make fantastic recommendations - all while soothing you with their silky Italian accents. I would, courtesy of the small crowds I have experienced, consider this the best kept secret in the city. The bolognese is incomparable to anything else in the vicinity. The burrata appetizer is some of the best and freshest burrata I have ever coated my tastebuds with. The only thing that keeps me from a 5-Star rating is that the restaurant itself could use a little sprucing up to achieve a more cozy feel. read more

The food is absolutely delicious, the corn soup was perfect. The ravioli was excellent! Service excellent! Beautiful restaurant. read more

we were there with some very good friends. I didn't want to complain. This is one of my favorite restaurants but if I was there by myself and my wife, I would've sent back the pounded veal chop It was so overcooked and dried out. It was like shoe leather two of us split, and we still left half of it on the plate very disappointed. read more

We had a great dinner here while visiting Beverly Hills. The restaurant itself is on a street with many cute cafes and shops and is right by the Golden Triangle. The inside of the restaurant was decorated in many aesthetic posters. My family ordered three pastas and all of the pasta was handmade and cooked to the perfect time. The sauces were flavorful, and all of them were good portions. There's also an option on the menu to create your own pasta dish which was nice! For dessert, we ordered the tiramisu and banana tart. Both were on the sweeter side but still were great. While I had great food, I'm taking a (half) star off for service. Our waiter was amazing and was super kind and attentive. However, the people working the front sat people who came after me with the same or later reservation time before me despite the fact that I had already checked in for my reservation. I did wait approximately 10-15 minutes to be seated while others with the same reservation were seated right away. However, I'm sure this could have been a mishap and it definitely is not always the case. Overall, I did have a nice experience at this restaurant and definitely recommend coming here for some good Italian food. read more

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I was driving by and couldn't resist the cute outdoor seating, so I decided to stop in for dinner. The sea bass and grilled veggies were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was enhanced by the nice classic music playing, giving the place an old Italian vibe. I finished the meal with some after-dinner mint tea, which paired perfectly with the panna cotta dessert--it was so lovely. The service was fast and friendly, making the entire experience even better. Def a spot I'd recommend! read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Mint tea and Panna Cotta - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Great food and service. Been here twice in the last couple of months. Will definitely be back again. read more

Molto bene! Benissimo!! we enjoyed a fabulous meal at Piccolo peridiso restaurant and bar! Not only was the food very authentic but the people watching was the cherry on the top! We ordered the Rosa with arugula, the pumpkin soup, and the osso Buco we shared a tiramisu for dessert and it was a 10 out of 10 Our server was very professional, and the bus boy worked his tail off! The restaurant was very busy yet it remained friendly. The vibe was local... as if you imagine the people eating there have been regulars there for decades. read more

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Delicious food, cozy atmosphere and friendly service. The bread was amazing, but they do charge you for it and did not inform me about that. Otherwise, great experience and some of the best linguine & clams I've ever had! read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Piccolo Paradiso really is a "little paradise". We dropped in early one evening without a reservation on a weekend and were able to get seated. We split the arugula salad to start and it was delicious. The mozzarella in it was high quality, soft and flavorful. It was plenty to share. The spinach and ricotta ravioli were light pillows of homemade pasta filled with lots of spinach. That was my favorite dish. My dining partner had the pasta with eggplant and it was also very good. The service was excellent and it felt like the people truly wanted you to enjoy your experience which is rare. Street parking is available and we didn't have trouble getting a space, but later in the evening it may be more difficult. Will definitely return to try more things on the menu! read more

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Pros: Piccolo Paradiso has one of the best mushroom risotto I've had in LA. The rice was perfectly cooked and so creamy and there were plenty of mushrooms. The calamari was fried perfectly, not too heavy or greasy, and the batter was light, almost like a tempura batter. Linguini clams were flavorful and the tiramisu was great as well. Cons: Beware that they'll bring you bread without asking and then charge you $6! Limited street parking and $13 valet. read more

Went for Valentine's Day with the wife. Ambiance and service were wonderful, our waitress took care of us and our cups were never empty. Had the burrata and prosciutto appetizer to start with some bread, all delicious. My wife had the gnocchi which I tried, we both loved it. I had the veal ossobuco and it was out of this world! For dessert she had the flourless chocolate cake and I had the lemon meringue tart. Both were incredible. Will definitely be going back for date night! read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Front plate is the gnocchi, back plate is the veal ossobucco with a sub side of spaghetti and tomato sauce. - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

From the outset of our stay in Beverly Hills, my brother-in-law planned our Aloha Dinner or farewell dinner at one of his favorite Italian restaurants where he was a longtime diner. I had not heard of Piccolo Paradiso or seen any advertisements for it, but I have always trusted my brother-in-law's tastes in food. Also, the flavors of traditional Italian cuisine are among my top likes, as is his. I looked forward even more since he raved about two entrees and their fresh, house-made kinds of pasta. We parked in the Beverly South Parking structure along South Beverly Boulevard, walked past Pascal on Beverly at the corner of Charleville Street, and caught sight of Piccolo Paradiso's red awning and white tented sidewalk dining area. Thankfully, my brother-in-law made dinner reservations for indoor dining because it was a chilly and rainy night. The hostess recognized and warmly greeted my brother-in-law while escorting us to a table inside. The interior featured vintage posters of a classic Sicilian film, Piccolo Paradiso, from which this restaurant draws its name, and several gorgeous Murano glass art pieces. The white linen-topped tables with "candle" lighting looked elegant yet comfortable. Meanwhile, our server, Gaetano, approached our table to take our cocktail and appetizer requests and cited their truffle special menu. Gaetano was smiley, friendly, and professionally efficient. He provided us with menu descriptions, which helped us to solidify our choices, which my brother-in-law had already suggested we try. FOOD: - Calamari Fritti: crispy fried calamari served with arrabbiata and tartar sauce. We were impressed by the crisp, golden, and barely noticeable light coating, which revealed tender squid rings and legs. $20.95 (missing photo) - Insalate Piccolo Paradiso: arugula, fresh mozzarella, tomato, hearts of palm, and shaved Parmesan. We requested to share the salad, and we're glad we did. The generous portion was perfect to share between me and my husband. A very light and fresh-tasting dressing balanced this salad's spicy arugula. $20.95 (missing photo) - Carbonara: Linguine, guanciale, eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, and pepper. It's not our dish. I didn't try it, but it sure looked tasty. $28.95 - Linguine con Aragosta e Granchio: Linguine, lobster, crab meat, lightly spicy tomato sauce. My husband was shocked by the considerable pasta portion size and the amount of shellfish in this entree. The tangy tomato sauce lifted the seafood's delicate flavor $34.95 - Braciola di Vitello: Grilled rack of veal, rosemary sauce, mashed potato, and vegetables. When my entree was delivered, my body convulsed with the meat sweats. The perfectly grilled veal chop was delicately flavored, sweet (as veal should be), and tender. The rosemary sauce was also lightly flavored while adding a hint of more seasoning to the meat. $52.95 - Cannoli alla Siciliana: Homemade Sicilian cannoli with ricotta and candied fruit. The famous line from The Godfather, "Take the gun. Leave the cannoli." came to mind when these delectable, crisp, and light-fried tubes were delivered to our table. Its ricotta filling, a Sicilian culinary staple, was lightly sweet and airy, yet dense, light, stiff, whipped heavy cream. The use of candied fruits reflects one of the Arab flavor and technique influences in Sicilian baking. $12.75 - Tartufo: Chocolate semifreddo. My chocoholic traits were cued when I saw the word "chocolate." The semifreddo, or frozen dessert similar to ice cream, was rich milk chocolate with a vanilla center enrobed in dark chocolate or cocoa powder. The cocoa powder balanced the sweeter milk chocolate. $12.75 We were happy to have been introduced to Piccolo Paradiso by my brother-in-law as we found the ambiance, flavors, value and service top-notch. We'll return for sure. read more

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i go here all the time and the food is ALWAYS good. Ive never had a bad experience with anything here, the service is amazing. The ambiance is nice i really recommend going to the newly built area of the restaurant with turquoise walls. read more

A good, high-end Italian restaurant. Very nice wait staff and pleasing décor. I had the best clams and linguine ever. Be sure to ask for extra red pepper flakes. There's a lot more on the menu that needs to be checked out. It's going into rotation. read more

Food was delicious!! Staff was kind, we had reservations and they allowed us to sit prior to the rest of the group which was nice! Dessert was DELICIOUS read more

Piccolo Paradiso - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California