Best and most authentic (I believe) Italian food I’ve had in a while! We followed all of the owner’s, Fabrizio’s (from Napoli), recommendations.Appetizer: started with the focaccia board, which included honey, caramelized pears, prosciutto, some other meat, and of course focaccia. It was the most unique appetizer I’ve had and so delicious!Main dish: we had salmone al limone, which had vegetables and mashed potatoes on the side. With the salmon cooked medium and the white wine sauce with lemon juice, it was all so delightful and quite possibly the best tasting salmon I have ever had.Pasta: we had genovese sauce (beef shoulder stewed with minced onions, basil, etc. stewed for 48 hours) with fresh pappardelle pasta. Very rich and delicious!Dessert: we finished with an affogato and was offered to try some dessert wine, Italian moscato with mint leaves on top. The espresso was so flavorful.On top of the food, service was great with Fabrizio, Claude the waiter, and a third waiter. All staff were super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We chose sit outside because it was actually quieter and we wanted the fresh air. They were nice enough to ask if we wanted the heater turned on. Everything was perfect - food, staff, and ambience. We have found our new favorite local Italian restaurant!
Anything Chef Fabrizio makes is amazing! This is a must have whenever my wife and I visit Los Angeles!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs, Tiramisu - 1 Cup to Go, Burrata and Prosciutto, Parmigiana Veal
Leondra Graves
Such a great time here! The food is delicious. We got calamari, octopus salad (so fresh), seafood pasta with red sauce, and wild boar rague, and wine. The bread is so soft and yummy. They even treated us to a special glass of moscato! Thanks to Antonio for the wonderful service.
I recently dined at your establishment and wanted to share some feedback regarding my experience.While I found the food to be satisfactory, I must admit that the overall cost did not quite align with my expectations. Additionally, I couldn't help but notice a certain lack of humility exhibited by the owner. Smoking in front of the restaurant, regardless of personal preference, might not be the most considerate practice.First impressions are crucial, and unfortunately, the subsequent interactions with the owner left something to be desired. Instead of addressing customer concerns with openness and a desire to improve, there seemed to be a tendency towards defensiveness. This can detract from the overall dining experience.I believe that constructive criticism can lead to positive changes, and I genuinely hope that this feedback will be received in that spirit. Ultimately, while the food was enjoyable, the interaction with the owner left a lasting impression that overshadowed the meal.
Vanessa Sandoval
The food here is excellent. Staff is very friendly and kind. Felt a little rushed towards the end of the dinner. Probably because they are only opened for a few hours. Overall, I can't get over how delish this food is. Definitely a new favorite. I recommend the Foccacia Bread Board for an appetizer. The bread paired with honey, pears and mozzarella was divine. The Manicotti was so good and the chocolate cake with a glass of moscato was the perfect way to end the meal. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Marinara, Focaccia, Homemade Pasta
Bryant Obando
My family's favorite restaurant for Italian. The food is great, filling, and the menu has so many options. The service is top notch. The owners and head waiter make you feel like you're dining in their home back in Italy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Howard Sapper
An excellent find very near City of Hope.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
cynthia abernethy
Great, hard to find items on menu. They make there own pasta for some dishes that you should try. Friendly servers.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata and Prosciutto, Marinara, Focaccia
Antonio Olmos
Best Italian restaurant ive ever been to service is amazing, people are so friendly treat you like family and the food is amazing nothing comes close to it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala, Genovese Pasta, Meatballs, Sauce, Pasta Alla Zia Clara, Tiramisu - 1 Cup to Go, Marsala Veal, Focaccia, Creme Brulee, Homemade Pasta, Parmigiana Veal, Alfredo & Prosciutto
Jenny Parham
They are very conscious of dietary restrictions and willing to do modifications if at all possible to accommodate. I can't have gluten or olive oil amongst other things they have done a great job accommodating me both times I have been so far. If the servers have any questions about safety, they make sure to check with the chef instead of brushing concerns off as I've seen other places do sometimes. They cook with care, passion, and love at Grano and make sure everyone feels like family! This has definitely become a new favorite in the area and I'm so glad I found it!Vegetarian options: Much of the menu is clearly marked vegetarian or vegan.Dietary restrictions: They are very conscious of dietary restrictions and willing to do modifications if at all possible to accommodate. I can't have gluten or olive oil amongst other things they have done a great job accommodating me both times I have been so far. If the servers have any questions about safety, they make sure to check with the chef instead of brushing concerns off as I've seen other places do sometimes. This has definitely become a new favorite in the area!Kid-friendliness: They are very kid friendly and I feel like this is part of their family atmosphere.
I had Pasta Genovese, with homemade Pennette and My husband had the Gorgonzola Cheese with Gnocchi with a side of homemade Sausages which cut with a spoon. An absolute delight, all. The Focaccia Bread came with Rosemary sprigs and some delicious Marinara. Finished up with Creme Brulee, and Spumoni, we're almost too full of goodness to get on the road home to Victorville.We don't make it to Duarte much, but this stop can't be oversold. It's well worth the experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MIlton Ramos
Great atmosphere. The food was authentic, flavorfull, with a very attentive stafff. Definitely returning for the spicy sauce and home made
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juan Diaz
Food is great and service is excellent, Fabrizio de owner makes you feel at home every
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ali
Give 5 stars to this restaurant for creating a formula that works here in this neighborhood. As an Italian, just doesn't do it for my palate. Food could be so much better as far as taste and quality. Hai trovato L'America! For that, I'm happy for fellow Italians!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Marcus Beasley
These guys are the real deal. This is the best Italian spot I’ve had in California and I have had A LOT. I recommend the fettuccini Alfredo for sure, it tastes fresh and nothing tastes processed. The sauce is the best I’ve had for this type of pasta. Usually when I have Italian food I feel very bad after, but at this spot I felt normal. Appetizers like the zucchini and board were also a 10/10. Not pictured but I also had the tiramisu which was honestly so so good! Now the spot is very nice inside and has a great vibe was warm and cozy as well. Nice decorations and surroundings. Now the best part - THE SERVICE. I go out to eat a lot and usually others are nice, but this spot goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of. The owner cares how you feel, not only that even the employees care. I’ve never been treated better at a restaurant. I will be recommending this spot to all my friends and family. If you are reading this just go try it. You won’t be disappointed and I will definitely be back. Thank you Fabrizio and Claude. Also lots of people in here are Italian, this is authentic Italian food!Parking: Lots of free parking in parking lot
Best and most authentic (I believe) Italian food I’ve had in a while! We followed all of the owner’s, Fabrizio’s (from Napoli), recommendations.Appetizer: started with the focaccia board, which included honey, caramelized pears, prosciutto, some other meat, and of course focaccia. It was the most unique appetizer I’ve had and so delicious!Main dish: we had salmone al limone, which had vegetables and mashed potatoes on the side. With the salmon cooked medium and the white wine sauce with lemon juice, it was all so delightful and quite possibly the best tasting salmon I have ever had.Pasta: we had genovese sauce (beef shoulder stewed with minced onions, basil, etc. stewed for 48 hours) with fresh pappardelle pasta. Very rich and delicious!Dessert: we finished with an affogato and was offered to try some dessert wine, Italian moscato with mint leaves on top. The espresso was so flavorful.On top of the food, service was great with Fabrizio, Claude the waiter, and a third waiter. All staff were super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We chose sit outside because it was actually quieter and we wanted the fresh air. They were nice enough to ask if we wanted the heater turned on. Everything was perfect - food, staff, and ambience. We have found our new favorite local Italian restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Genovese Pasta, Focaccia Board
Anything Chef Fabrizio makes is amazing! This is a must have whenever my wife and I visit Los Angeles!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs, Tiramisu - 1 Cup to Go, Burrata and Prosciutto, Parmigiana Veal
Such a great time here! The food is delicious. We got calamari, octopus salad (so fresh), seafood pasta with red sauce, and wild boar rague, and wine. The bread is so soft and yummy. They even treated us to a special glass of moscato! Thanks to Antonio for the wonderful service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Arugula Salad, Homemade Pasta, Clams
I recently dined at your establishment and wanted to share some feedback regarding my experience.While I found the food to be satisfactory, I must admit that the overall cost did not quite align with my expectations. Additionally, I couldn't help but notice a certain lack of humility exhibited by the owner. Smoking in front of the restaurant, regardless of personal preference, might not be the most considerate practice.First impressions are crucial, and unfortunately, the subsequent interactions with the owner left something to be desired. Instead of addressing customer concerns with openness and a desire to improve, there seemed to be a tendency towards defensiveness. This can detract from the overall dining experience.I believe that constructive criticism can lead to positive changes, and I genuinely hope that this feedback will be received in that spirit. Ultimately, while the food was enjoyable, the interaction with the owner left a lasting impression that overshadowed the meal.
The food here is excellent. Staff is very friendly and kind. Felt a little rushed towards the end of the dinner. Probably because they are only opened for a few hours. Overall, I can't get over how delish this food is. Definitely a new favorite. I recommend the Foccacia Bread Board for an appetizer. The bread paired with honey, pears and mozzarella was divine. The Manicotti was so good and the chocolate cake with a glass of moscato was the perfect way to end the meal. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Marinara, Focaccia, Homemade Pasta
My family's favorite restaurant for Italian. The food is great, filling, and the menu has so many options. The service is top notch. The owners and head waiter make you feel like you're dining in their home back in Italy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An excellent find very near City of Hope.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great, hard to find items on menu. They make there own pasta for some dishes that you should try. Friendly servers.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata and Prosciutto, Marinara, Focaccia
Best Italian restaurant ive ever been to service is amazing, people are so friendly treat you like family and the food is amazing nothing comes close to it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala, Genovese Pasta, Meatballs, Sauce, Pasta Alla Zia Clara, Tiramisu - 1 Cup to Go, Marsala Veal, Focaccia, Creme Brulee, Homemade Pasta, Parmigiana Veal, Alfredo & Prosciutto
They are very conscious of dietary restrictions and willing to do modifications if at all possible to accommodate. I can't have gluten or olive oil amongst other things they have done a great job accommodating me both times I have been so far. If the servers have any questions about safety, they make sure to check with the chef instead of brushing concerns off as I've seen other places do sometimes. They cook with care, passion, and love at Grano and make sure everyone feels like family! This has definitely become a new favorite in the area and I'm so glad I found it!Vegetarian options: Much of the menu is clearly marked vegetarian or vegan.Dietary restrictions: They are very conscious of dietary restrictions and willing to do modifications if at all possible to accommodate. I can't have gluten or olive oil amongst other things they have done a great job accommodating me both times I have been so far. If the servers have any questions about safety, they make sure to check with the chef instead of brushing concerns off as I've seen other places do sometimes. This has definitely become a new favorite in the area!Kid-friendliness: They are very kid friendly and I feel like this is part of their family atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Genovese Pasta, Sauce, Creme Brulee
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I had Pasta Genovese, with homemade Pennette and My husband had the Gorgonzola Cheese with Gnocchi with a side of homemade Sausages which cut with a spoon. An absolute delight, all. The Focaccia Bread came with Rosemary sprigs and some delicious Marinara. Finished up with Creme Brulee, and Spumoni, we're almost too full of goodness to get on the road home to Victorville.We don't make it to Duarte much, but this stop can't be oversold. It's well worth the experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere. The food was authentic, flavorfull, with a very attentive stafff. Definitely returning for the spicy sauce and home made
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is great and service is excellent, Fabrizio de owner makes you feel at home every
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Give 5 stars to this restaurant for creating a formula that works here in this neighborhood. As an Italian, just doesn't do it for my palate. Food could be so much better as far as taste and quality. Hai trovato L'America! For that, I'm happy for fellow Italians!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
These guys are the real deal. This is the best Italian spot I’ve had in California and I have had A LOT. I recommend the fettuccini Alfredo for sure, it tastes fresh and nothing tastes processed. The sauce is the best I’ve had for this type of pasta. Usually when I have Italian food I feel very bad after, but at this spot I felt normal. Appetizers like the zucchini and board were also a 10/10. Not pictured but I also had the tiramisu which was honestly so so good! Now the spot is very nice inside and has a great vibe was warm and cozy as well. Nice decorations and surroundings. Now the best part - THE SERVICE. I go out to eat a lot and usually others are nice, but this spot goes above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of. The owner cares how you feel, not only that even the employees care. I’ve never been treated better at a restaurant. I will be recommending this spot to all my friends and family. If you are reading this just go try it. You won’t be disappointed and I will definitely be back. Thank you Fabrizio and Claude. Also lots of people in here are Italian, this is authentic Italian food!Parking: Lots of free parking in parking lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Sauce, Focaccia