Hi guys I thought this place was so good! My bestie…read morerecommended it and I had to see what the hype was? Turns out he was right so yummy! The service was very attentive and da guy working wish i remembered his name was really nice about telling me what was good Ordered the 3 quesos tasted kind of like if they put three different kinds of cheeses into an empanada also got the shredded beef one... would recommended to my protein lovers! So flaky! Be careful! Man working also suggested the pork tonkatsu sandwich which was yum dot com as well... Maybe interested in trying a new protein again another hack for my protein lovers Pretty chill inside but I got my stuff to go... had to go see the Michael movie he he Overall I will be back and excited to try more of the menu soon! Bye love u guys

There are coffee shops, and then there are places that make you want to slow down. Ake Larry is…read morefirmly the latter. Walking in, you feel it instantly -- that rare combination of cozy and intentional that so many cafés try to manufacture but so few actually achieve. The space is genuinely charming. The kind of place where you settle in, exhale, and stop thinking about whatever was on your mind five minutes ago. Whether you're coming in solo with a book or just need a quiet corner to exist for a while, Ake Larry holds that space beautifully. But the real story here is the owner. I don't throw around the phrase "best owner ever" lightly -- but this one earned it. They checked in on me personally, asked how I wanted my coffee made, and actually listened. Not in a transactional way, but in the way someone does when they genuinely care about the experience they're putting in front of you. That level of attentiveness is vanishingly rare and it transformed what could have been a standard café visit into something that actually felt personal. The coffee itself delivered on that promise. You could taste the intention behind it -- well-extracted, balanced, and made exactly to spec. No guessing, no inconsistency. Just a really good cup of coffee crafted by someone who clearly takes their craft seriously. The pastries and food rounded it all out perfectly. Nothing felt like an afterthought -- everything on the menu seemed to belong there. Ake Larry is a regular rotation spot. Full stop.

Was influenced by Instagram as I saw a post on Pasta Party, and knowing how much my dad loves…read moreItalian food decided to take him here for lunch on a Friday. We tried the trio sampler of pastas and it was amazing! My dad loved it and so did I. The price was really decent for $29.99. We got to try three different types of pastas! I especially love that it came with complimentary bread and butter. We got the fettuccine Alfredo, which was so delicious and probably my favorite of the three. We also got the pesto pasta, which was also delicious. Honestly, all the pastas we tried were really good. It tasted very fresh. I don't know if they make their pasta there, but it tasted like they did. The lady that took our order was very friendly too! The vibe of the restaurant was as if you were in Italy. Definitely would recommend.

I hate to give bad reviews, but I needed to update my previous review of this place. It's been a…read morewhile since I came back from the first time I came here, and I don't know if I'll be coming back. I placed a DoorDash order for ASAP pickup of a 16" pizza. Placed the order at 4:35 pm with an ETA of 15-20 minutes. The app said it should be ready before 5 pm. Keep in mind, I intentionally placed the order early so that my 2 year old would have food at her normal dinner time. When I entered the restaurant, there were a few customers who didn't know what's going on. Neither did I. There wasn't anyone at the cashier's area. I had to flag the lady down to ask about my order. This was around 4:50 ish, so I don't mind waiting 10 minutes for my pizza. However, at 5, they didn't even start making my pizza, let alone put it in the oven. It's not until 5:21 pm that the pizza finally made its way out of the oven. It was disappointingly slow. Good news, though, I was able to write this review while I waited for my pizza and I finally got out of there by 5:23 pm. Also, one more thing to note, it felt like they were definitely short staffed and the person who was taking the orders at the front was also the person who was making the pizza. However, I noticed that she didn't use any gloves when making the pizza after transitioning from taking orders nor did I see her wash her hands. Just for that reason alone I don't know if I'd be coming back or would I recommend this place.

Food was excellent and service was too Will be coming back…read moremore often Highly recommend

LOCATION: heart of Anaheim off of Brookhurst close to the 91 HWY, easy to find, parking may be hard…read moreto find during rush hours small lot and street parking is limited. SERVICE: great service overall, brought some cookies by the pound and they were accommodating and timely. Plenty of seating on the right side of the restaurant as well. Love the vibe of the place. FOOD: the best part! The meatball sub was delicious and generous with the meat and cheese, highly recommend. Tons of other pizza and sub options that you can choose from. The assortment of cookies and cannolis in the market are a great price and option to try for dessert or if you need a sweet treat. Definitely check out Cortina's!

We came for an early dinner and I got the squid ink tomato sauce pasta…read more It was a cozy little spot with good service and the meal came with salad and a roll. Salad was refreshing, roll was nice and warm, and pasta was bomb. Would definitely come back.

Really cute and neat Japanese flavored Italian restaurant - small place with really dimmed light…read moreduring the night. Inside looks like maximum occupancy about 20. And service was really fast , order taken and food served within 5 minutes. The restaurant provided its in house bread, fresh and yummy. Tried both red and Japanese style white sauce, personally really liked the white Japanese style sauce. The red sauce lacks flavor and blandly tomato, also the spinach inside didn't seem to mix well with the sauce. The price is reasonable and overall 4 stars. Recommended for friends and family , also family with carb / pasta cravings.

I was craving lasagna, so a quick Yelp search led me here. The moment I walked in, the restaurant…read moregave off an upscale vibe--maybe it was the tablecloths, the wine racks, or the waitstaff in uniform, but it immediately felt like a nice place to settle in. It was a late night, so we didn't want to eat too much. We asked to split the lasagna, and it ended up being the perfect portion for two. The lasagna itself was meaty, rich, and really satisfying. We also ordered the garlic cheese bread. It wasn't as crunchy as we had hoped at first, but the staff was more than happy to remake it for us, which we really appreciated. It definitely tasted better after. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience with good food and attentive service. We'll definitely be back.

Yoooooooooooooooo! This spot is modestly fire I probably order takeout from here like once or…read moretwice a month whenever I'm craving that old school Italian comfort food type vibe. I'm not gonna lie though... it is kinda pricey for pasta but the recipes really remind me of grandma cooking -- super traditional, hearty, old-school Italian style. Nothing wrong with that at all, it's just personally I'm more of a pink sauce, creamy vodka sauce kinda guy these days Usually my go-to order is the Chef's Special rigatoni with sausage and mushrooms in that porcini sauce That dish never really misses for me. I also ALWAYS gotta get the breaded lamb chops with the peppercorn sauce because those are honestly one of the best things on the menu in my opinion. Crispy outside, juicy inside, sauce goes crazy This time though I decided to switch it up and tried the Linguine Sarno. It was good overall, seafood was solid, pasta cooked right, but I honestly wish it had more spice to it I kept waiting for a little kick that never fully came. Still decent though if you like lighter seafood pasta flavors. Also quick warning about the calamari because I learned the hard way last time make sure you finish it the SAME day. Once it sits overnight it turns super hard and chewy. Even tossing it in the air fryer the next day couldn't save it lol. One thing I will say is the service can be a little slower than expected sometimes. I usually call my order in like an hour ahead before getting off work, and this time when I got there it still wasn't ready yet But to be fair, the staff has always been really friendly, professional, and respectful every time I come through, so it kinda balances out. Ambiance is pretty much your standard quiet Italian restaurant vibes Nothing super modern or trendy, no loud music, just calm, chill, old-school dinner atmosphere where everybody's just there to eat good pasta and mind their business Overall still a solid comfort food spot when you're in the mood for classic Italian flavors

Food was so delicious - the pasta tasted amazing and everything was flavorful in each bite…read more Our server was the most attentive, asking if everything was alright and it was a bonus that she gave recommendations for some food and drink choices The establishment is well lit, tables spaced out far enough so you can still have a conversation with your companion

I've been wanting to try North Italia for a while. I'd heard good things about the El Segundo…read morelocation and recently found out they opened one in Cerritos, so I took my mom there for an early Mother's Day dinner on the Saturday before Mother's Day. We didn't have reservations, so we expected a wait. The restaurant was packed, and we ended up waiting about 30 minutes to be seated. We ordered the truffle garlic bread, spicy rigatoni vodka, squid ink tonnarreli and a pizza with half The Pig and half hot honey prosciutto. Spicy Rigatoni Vodka - 4/5 The dish was delicious, and you could definitely tell the pasta was handmade. It wasn't spicy at all to me, but I also have a pretty high spice tolerance. I do wish it had more meat, and the portion size felt a little small. I was shocked to find out it was nearly 2,000 calories for the amount served. Squid Ink Tonnarreli - 5/5 This was probably my favorite dish of the night. It was rich, savory, and really flavorful. I'd never had squid ink pasta before, although I've had Filipino squid cooked in squid ink many times. The dish came with squid, shrimp, and a spicy tomato-based sauce. We asked for it mild, but I honestly think it would've been even better spicy. The portion size was good too. Pizza - 3/5 Since they make handmade pasta, I assumed the pizza dough would be amazing, but it was just average. Parts of the crust were a little burnt. The Pig (their all-meat pizza) was okay but slightly too salty for me. The hot honey prosciutto side was better, although they were pretty light on the toppings. I probably wouldn't order pizza here again. Truffle Garlic Bread - 4/5 Really good, but overpriced at $18.50 for 9 small square pieces. The bread was crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and very buttery. Customer Service - 5/5 Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and explained the menu really well. I appreciated that she mentioned the spice levels could be adjusted on certain dishes. She also refilled my iced tea without me having to ask and even brought me a to-go cup for it. Overall, we had a good experience. The food was solid, and the service was great. However, the portions felt a bit small for the price, especially compared to similar restaurants, and I was surprised they didn't offer complimentary bread. I'm glad I tried it, but I'm not sure if I'd go back regularly.

Shout out to Xochilt, amazing server, very attentive and made a great recommendation for food…read moreselections

I cannot say enough amazing things about this place. We make it a point to come here every trip!…read moreTonight we had Xochilt as our server and she was such a blessing! She was so attentive and kind- really made you feel special and paid such good attention to us. The vibes are immaculate, when it's nice out definitely recommend sitting outside to enjoy the weather. There's heaters as well for when it is a bit chillier. The food was delicious, we got the Cesar salad to share and a Margherita pizza. That covered three people and was the perfect amount of food! Also, if you want a cocktail to enjoy, the Scarlet Heart is perfect! Thank you so much Xochilt, we appreciate you so much!

If you want to feel like you've stepped back in time--in the best possible way--Marri's Pizza &…read morePasta is the place. From the moment we walked in, I felt like I had time-traveled straight to 1972... almost like dining on the set of The Godfather. The atmosphere is classic, warm, and authentic, and the customer service was outstanding--attentive without being overbearing. We started with a Caesar salad to share, and it was the real deal. You could actually taste the anchovy--rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Easily enough for two. My wife ordered the spaghetti with meat sauce and said it was some of the best she's ever had. That's saying something. I had the chicken parmigiana, and it was spot on--perfectly cooked, tender, and absolutely mouthwatering. The side of spaghetti marinara paired with it couldn't have been better. The meal came with hot rolls served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar--simple and excellent. We also ordered the garlic cheese bread, and it was fantastic--fresh garlic, plenty of parmesan, perfectly done. Fair warning: it's a lot for two people, but it takes home beautifully. If you're in the mood for authentic Italian comfort food with a nostalgic, old-school vibe, this place delivers. We'll definitely be back.

Came here to load up on carbs before a race day. We were in the area and didn't know where to go…read more On Yelp this place had good ratings/reviews so I was hopeful. Waitlisted and by the time we got there, we were sat. It took a while for the server to come, get waters, and then take our order. We ordered a Caesar salad and it came out with mozzarella cheese? Not sure when Caesar's came with mozzy instead of Parmesan The food did take a while to come out even though it wasn't super busy. The big group had already left and the other tables were empty. When the food came out although it was a big portion, the pasta was definitely over cooked. It was super soft and super saucy. I love sauce, but that was definitely too much. My friend who got the spaghetti and meatballs, we were weirded out by the meatballs because it was TOO soft and tasted weird. There was not texture to it. Overall, I don't think I will be coming back to this place :/

Yelp reviews were spot on…read more A little tricky to find as it's in an outdoor shopping mall, top floor. Went early(5:30ish) since I've been traveling all day. Bread w/ oil & vinegar... light and very tasty Had the Shrimp Rose which was absolutely delicious. Had a strawberry lemonade to drink. Probably the best I've had anywhere... refilled for free. Really didn't have room for dessert, but the strawberry sorbet was just too good to pass up. Service was excellent as well. Attentive, but not intrusive... Korean Italian is an interesting take, but it absolutely works.

Came here for Mother's Day and was really hoping to be seated on the main patio, but we were placed…read morein the secondary patio because they said dogs weren't allowed on the main patio -- even though our dog was in a covered stroller, and their Yelp page states that pets are allowed. Unfortunately, the secondary patio only had one umbrella, so it became pretty hot and uncomfortable during the meal. The food was decent and reasonably priced, but overall pretty average. The servers were friendly, though service felt a bit slow and unorganized. After our food came out, no one checked on us for the rest of the meal. Overall, the experience was just okay. I'd consider giving it another try on a different day without the dog, but it's not at the top of my list to revisit.

All I can say is WOW! This spaghetti was such a delicious dinner option to bring home to my…read morefamily. Every single bite tasted incredibly fresh, and you can really tell the quality of the ingredients. It's not always easy finding something everyone agrees on, but this was a total win--everyone loved it! Definitely adding this to our go-to meals.

This place is pretty good and yummy! They have pre-made selections or Build Your Own in a fast…read morecasual setting with friendly workers. I'd note that adding on a protein and other toppings will cost you more but they gave an immensely generous portion of bulgogi and decent amount of shrimp on the separate bowls ordered. They do provide ample noodles as well. Neat offering in the Westminster area!