50 Best Italian Restaurants near El Monte

“Best Italian food in town. Delicious pizza, lasagna, pastrami sandwich and of course Great people.“

“This place is the best in town good customer service always hot always on time and good prices. I’m a loyal customer and I would never go anywhere else.“

“Had to stop by my favorite Italian grubbin in the heart of Old Town Pasadena all the way from Boise. This was my 3rd time and each time just keeps getting better; definitely the bigger the party, the better. We paid $225 for 4 pasta entrees, 3 appetizers, & 2 glasses of wine for a party of 6. I’ve learned to like my pastas al dente after having them here. The meatballs are banging, the wine-pairing was delightful. Our service was attentive and pleasant; the vibe is always vibrant and homey. Highly recommended.“

“Very good food , friendly and attentive waiters especially Antonio and Claude thank you for your hospitality“

“Pizza was fantastic!!! Rivaled Chicago!“

“Great food at good prices“

“We are so lucky to have this cafe here in Pasadena! I've tried the carbonara, puttanesca, sandwiches, foccacia, and fried zucchini blossom, and it's all been delicious. Their homemade bread is incredible and is the star of their amazing sandwiches. For fellow lovers of bittersweet Italian sodas, they stock chinotto here, as well a couple small bitter sodas! On top of how good the food is, the service is very warm and friendly. You can tell it's a family business run with a lot of love. Can't recommend it highly enough, and I'm looking forward to going back and trying even more of the menu.“

“Excellent customer service and food!“

“Best Italian food I’ve ever had!“

“Pssing through. Hilton Hotel in Montebello said tgey had the best pizza around. Very true. Loved the New York.“

“Ambiance and service are on top tier level. Service was above and beyond and the experience was great. Everyone that shows up is either a return customer or a neighboring colleague. For only being there for a couple of hours I would definitely recommend this place to anyone that’s a traveler or local. We had wings and pizza. The best for a late night drink and wind down.“

“amazing doesn't even describe my Garlic Knots and Spaghetti Caprese. loads of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and fresh basil. The price was also amazing. wish this was vloser to home!“

“Muy buen servicio Comida deliciosa…“

“Curbside pickup First time“

“Amazing smoothies and bowls! Yummmmy! Cute shop with food and gift items as well!“

“Our server was awesome... her recommendations were spot on! the food surpassed our expectations! exceptional...The ambiance was relaxing for a Friday night and perfect for our friend's birthday celebration. thank you for making it so special. Very happy party of 4 enjoyed dinner at Marina!“

“It was delicious and my waiter was awesome.“

“the food was really good and service was great“

“Great food and great service! What more can you ask for!“

“best food and the very best customer service ever!!!! we love love love the quality meats and the catering is #1 :)“

“the pizza is ausome been going to Angelo's pizza many years ago and it still the same“

“Food and Service was great!!“

“love the food and service is great“

“Truly a hidden gem. Several levels of dining space combined with the big fireplace gives the restaurant a unique ambiance. The food was superb, incredible pasta. There was a live pianist playing that made the evening even more memorable. As it often happens with places like this, service was impeccable.“

“Seasoning is perfect! Taste is everything!“

“Their UBER YUMMY Spumoni ice cream and their EVEN YUMMIER Masterpiece shake!!!!“

“Delicious!!! Best Pizza in LA. Mimosas are super yummy I recommend the guava mimosa and brunch on a Sunday is a must!! Dog friendly and Morty also loves the pepperoni.“

“My girlfriend and i came here and were so pleasantly surprised! Logan sat us and served us and gave great suggestions from the menu. We didn't get any of the other's names but everybody was so attentive and kind it was just refreshing. We loved the food and vibe so much we can't wait to go back. I had read a few reviews about the food being bland, let me tell you that i season the hell out of my food! Bland is the last thing i would call what we had..... We ordered everything that Logan recommended and loved it all. The wild
carrots were to die for! Heading back soon!“

“I got their never ending pasta special starting at $15.99. It was really good. The first pasta you order will come in a large plate. And the refills will come in smaller plate.

You get unlimited pasta and soup and your choice of protein if you pay extra.

Overall, it was nice to try the different type of pasta they had. Take advantage of this deal for it's gone.“

“I recently visited Bambino Felice Restaurant and had an amazing experience. I ordered the Bambino Shrimp appetizer along with the Meat Lover Calzone and Homemade Chicken Ravioli. Everything was absolutely wonderful — the sauces were all on point and full of flavor.

And let’s not forget their homemade biscuits… soft, warm, and delicious. You can really taste the love in the food and service.

I highly recommend anyone in the area to visit. Honestly, even if you’re not nearby, it’s worth making the trip!“

“Everything about our experience was great! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting. The menu offered a nice selection of choices. We ordered the lunch special and it was delicious. Beautiful presentation, and in my opinion, we were served a lovely amount of food for a “special.” The service was very good. We do not live in the area but I would definitely make the field trip to eat here again…and bring my friends!“

“Amazing fresh food and excellent service.“

“Today Is My Wife's Birthday And For The VERY First Time Olive Garden In Downey Was At Its Best! EVERYTHING Was Perfect! I Sure Hope It Stays This Way, The Time Over And Over! Thank You For Making Her Birthday Lunch/Dinner GREAT! ❤️“

“We had such a great experience! Our waiter Danny was absolutely incredible—so nice, polite, and attentive. He kept checking in on us to make sure everything was perfect, which we really appreciated. Service like that truly makes a difference! We will definitely be coming back. Thank you, Danny, for making our visit such a great one!“

“Beautiful ambiance Good Food and Good Drinks The GM Alex was very friendly and hospitable Thank You Alex We will be back!“

“love the food and service is great“

“Worst Alfredo Sauce ever! Extremely disappointed. I'm not sure what happened to them, but I'm guessing they ran out. And someone tried to put some together quickly with milk and water. Because that's exactly what it tasted like. And so expensive too. Huge let down....“

“Incredible service, ambience & food. �����“

“I arrived during a week day for lunch with my dear friend who lives within walking distance. I was pleasantly surprised with quality and good tasting food. I had the egg plant sandwich's lunch special and salad, very good. The owner/waiter and wife were very nice and friendly, everyone that was there were return customers and very familiar with restaurant, it had family atmosphere. The only thing that drew me back was its dark colors, the room needs a little lighter color. The chief lived in Italy and Paris where he learn to cook, I thought it was very interesting because originally he is from El Salvador so that’s where he gets his Latin infusion. Prices were affordable.“

“At the moment you come to this restaurant the waiters give you a great feeling. Very congenial team, it is a good restaurant to enjoy with buddies or with your date. delightful cooking, specialist chief cook and stuff, honest price and attentive service. Warmly recommended.“

“I was craving some Za this weekend and found this spot across the street from Little Cesar's. I decided to give them a shot and was not let down.

I ordered Calzones one Pepperoni one Italian Sausage. Both of them were great very cheesy with thick crust and a good balance of sauce, dough, and meat.

I placed a pickup order over the phone and the girl that took my order was very helpful and said it would be ready in 15 minutes. When I scooped up my order they packed it generously with napkins, utensils, and two sauces (one Ranch and one Marinara)

Overall very satisfied and will definitely be coming back here!“

“Ravioli, Lasagna, Pizza it's my 2nd time only. So, that's the only thing I can recommend“

“Always good food. Always a good time.“

“Exceptional Service and Delicious Food!
​I had an incredible experience at Olive Garden! From the moment we sat down, the service was top-notch. Our server, Abe, was absolutely fantastic—his attention to detail was impressive, and he was consistently attentive and friendly throughout the entire meal. The manager also provided wonderful service, making us feel truly valued as guests. I was honestly blown away by the level of care we received.
​The food was equally impressive:
​Cocktails: Perfectly balanced and very flavorful.
​Appetizers: Delicious and a great start to the meal.
​Soup and Salad: Fresh, tasty, and exactly what you crave from Olive Garden.
​On top of the great food and service, the restrooms were spotless, which shows how much they care about the overall environment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great meal with world-class service!“

“Neat appearance and delicious food“

“Great customer service. delicious fresh pizzas !“

“Had a delicious Supreme sandwich so delicious also had broccoli salad and macaroni salad 😋 so delicious ❤️“

“This a review of Olive Garden (compared to similar types of restaurants like Chili's, Applebee's, and maybe BJs). With kids, we like the service here, food tastes good (even the kids menu meals were good) and it's comfortable for families. I think the wait staff is better trained/coordinated than other establishments. They're pretty responsive, even when busy. $110 for a family of 4 w tips, table games console ($2.99 extra) and a $6 take home dish is a pretty good deal in these inflationary days..“

“The food is second to none!“

“My husband and I were visiting the LA area last week. We walked into Mi Piace - it was Monday, they were open when so many places weren’t. So glad we did. It was fabulous-great food, fair prices and a wonderful server. Try the minestrone. Amazing. Salad was great, too.“