50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lawndale

“Since ordering for the first time a few days ago, we have gone back two more times. The food has been very good, the staff has been friendly and the pickup has gone smooth. We love how many choices there are all in one place. We will be frequent fliers ?“

“For my latest short movie production, I was on the hunt for a catering company that could deliver delicious food without breaking the bank. I found exactly what I was looking for in Amo Italia.

From the moment I met Cinzia and Gaetano, it was clear they were dedicated to making our production a success. They were incredibly understanding of our budget constraints and went out of their way to accommodate our diverse dietary needs.

The food they provided was nothing short of amazing. The entire cast and crew were raving about it, and I've never seen food disappear so quickly! Amo Italia offers a wide variety of cuisines, from classic Italian to American and international dishes, ensuring there's something for everyone.

If you're looking for a catering company that is not only professional and kind but also committed to providing exceptional food, Amo Italia is your answer. They have a keen eye for food restrictions and allergies and offer a variety of options to cater to all dietary needs.

I highly recommend Amo Italia for your next film production. You won't be disappointed!

Dietary restrictions: They have any sort of dietary restrictions and they are personalizing their dishes depending on your dietary needs!“

“Food was great! Wonderful dessert recommended by our server!!“

“This is a review by an Italian at an Italian restaurant in Santa Monica. The restaurant is in the heart of the city, a stone's throw from the shopping streets. The welcome is kind and the place has warm lights and a very well-attended environment. The cuisine is excellent. The pasta is as good as in Italy. Well done! Italian flavors on the Pacific coast“

“Our server Sean was amazing!“

“The food and ambience & wine selection was excellent! We will be back!“

“Yummy wine as be delicious food!“

“Went for Easter lunch and it was fabulous.“

“Great selection of cold cuts, bread and pastries but the service could improve, they expect everyone that goes in there have been there many times but there's people who have been there for the first time and they get treated rather harsh like I was“

“Delicious food and drinks!“

“Love and Salt is a great restaurant if you are looking for loud and energetic! It is not romantic or for a large family. It is very overpriced to me. Great chop salad, Great pizza's and Pasta. The drinks are way over priced 24.00! My son and I eat out a lot and like boogie restaurants but for 2 people and it was way over 200.00! But for a one time experience it is worth it.“

“Loved this newer spot on Lincoln! Came for lunch and got the chicken cutlet sandwich special (Wed/Th only). All I can say is wow. Soooooo good. 1. Bread was soft inside with the right crisp outside. Seasoned well and just enough butteriness. 2. Chicken was substantial and cooked perfectly. 3. Sauce and cheese just right as well.

Ample seating inside with a few outside patio tables.

Didn’t have any of the bread/pastries, but they looked delicious.“

“I’m new to this not true to this lol. I never had Mortadella and it being pork scared me. I still ordered the La Paradiso (Mortadella, Stracciatella, Pistachio Cream, & Pistachio crumbles) bc WTH right? And I enjoyed it. It’s not like OMG but it feels really nice and comforting to eat. I’m glad I left it alone and didn’t substitute for Turkey! I would definitely buy again. The pistachio cream is very light but flavorful along with nuttiness and I never had such combination with a savory bread.

I know I’m going to be thinking about it for days. It leaves a nice after taste lol! It is $20 but it’s a big sandwich. I think it’s worth the price. Quality ingredients!“

“I recently ordered takeout from Pura Vita and I had a great experience! As someone who follows a gluten-free and vegan diet, it can be challenging to find places that cater to both, but this restaurant exceeded my expectations and IT TASTES DELICIOUS!

The menu offered a fantastic variety of dishes, all bursting with flavor. I tried the Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe and the meatball and it was great —perfectly seasoned. The portion sizes were generous, and I appreciated the fresh ingredients used in every bite. I’ll be back and highly recommend!“

“Good food and good service“

“YO! This pasta. OH MY GOSH. I got the angel hair with the pink sauce and … it was one of the best things to grace my lips. It. Was. So. Good. I cannot wait to have my leftovers until later, so breakfast it is! Highly highly highly recommend checking this place out! And the service is absolutely incredible.“

“Good fare at a fair price...“

“We arrived at 5:30 on a Sunday night without a reservation. I recommend you make one if you don’t want to wait. There is not a lot of seating. It’s definitely a popular spot
The amazing hostess Tiara was helpful and welcoming and very informative.
We waited about 30 min and sat outside with a heater. It was very nice.
We had a bottle of wine that was delicious
We had the cheesy garlic bread, it was delicious and homemade for sure
The Ceasar salad had a great dressing and the croutons were all chopped into the salad which gave it a great crunch.
The spagetti and meatballs did not disappoint and the red shrimp and grits was rich creamy and delicious. 10 out of 10.“

“Venice Cucina in Venice Beach is amazing! Antonio went out of his way to make our engagement dinner extra special. The food was incredible—fresh, made-to-order pasta and perfect pizza. The cozy patio with string lights made it feel magical. Good guy, good food. Highly recommend!“

“I took my daughter and we had a really nice dinner. We started with the Caesar - it's not a creamy Caesar dressing, more like a vinaigrette. It was tasty. My daughter ordered the vodka pasta with chicken and she loved it. Just a little bit is spice and great flavor. I ordered a pepperoni pizza. It's not paper thin but it's not thick either. The pepperoni on it was delicious. It was a bit noisy because there were lots of kids as it is sort of a neighborhood spot. As it got later in the evening the kids left and it was quieter for sure. overall great food and service. Will go back.“

“Everything about this place is amazing. We were coming straight from the airport and ended up being 45 minutes late for our booking because of delays. Even though it was a Friday, the team accommodated us straight. The Roman focaccia is thin and crispy and perfect with the burrata. The peaches are the definition of California and go perfect with the salt and the burrata. For the mains the Margherita is light as can be with a fluffy crust. The limone, cacio e pepe and strangulate were amazing and the cacio e pepe was as good if not better than what I’ve had in Rome. The negroni was the ideal pairing.“

“We had an unforgettable dinner at this cinematic gem while walking from Venice to Marina Del Rey. The restaurant’s rock house charm immediately drew us in, and the food was nothing short of incredible. The octopus was the best I’ve ever had, and the freshly made pasta with rich, authentic sauces was full of flavor. The owners were welcoming, sharing fun stories that added a personal touch, and by the end of the meal, we were left with an empty bottle of wine and full hearts. This is a must-visit spot!“

“Soo Amazing!!! Still my favorite Italian restaurant in LA. Been dining here for nearly 20 yrs and have only ever had incredible experiences! The food and service are outstanding and the ambience is just as amazing! You truly feel like you're in a romantic restaurant in Italy. Thank you! GS“

“Cool place to chill eat and drink .“

“The foods are amazing … i had the salmon creamy pasta and i liked it so much, the salmon with cherry tomatoes are very refreshing , porcini and mushroom are the new favorites , but the black truffle was the most unforgettable one , once you taste it, it seems you are watching a classic italian movie. The employees are friendly and very accomodating. The atmosphere itself makes you feel like home.“

“Great authentic tasting pasta. Freshly made. We ordered the Bolognese & it was delicious. Michael was super friendly & advised the best combo. Definitely would recommend & will be back. 10/10 & was the best way to end the night on the boardwalk“

“Very good service and food“

“Came in tonite every thing was great Our server was great aswell food excellent will be back“

“DELICIOUS! You gotta try Julie Goes Green in L.A.! Even my non-veg friends want to come back! Thank you Julie for all you do!“

“my husband and I came here for our anniversary and the entire experience was incredible. the food is among the best I've ever had dining out. the service is perfect. we sat outside and the patio was clean, beautiful and has a casual yet romantic atmosphere. I definitely recommend Radici!“

“Absolutely amazing spot. Friends brought me to try and loved it! Wonderful customer service too.“

“Always a great experience and meal at Orto, strongly recommended!“

“Sooo yummy and good service!“

“Best, most authentic Italian food I have had on the West Coast, period.“

“The Spicy Italian Chicken sandwich is the bomb!“

“Loved Vincent and my amazing cup of coffee.“

“Highly recommended, this is a very good restaurant“

“lovely food and service, nice atmosphere too“

“Fabulous pasta and tiramisu“

“Amazing staff, fantastic food, great atmosphere. 10 out of 10 for me!“

“Exceptional authentic Southern Italian food made by people who actually care about food authenticity. It's a great restaurant. Valentina, the owner and chef, is genuinely fabulous.“

“old school~ great food~ great host~ a treasure~“

“Sweet workers, fast service despite being so busy! Food was delicious, My pesto gnocchi was great, my friends had the chicken parm, other gnocchi dish and carbonara and loved it. We came in on a saturday night and had no wait! Thanks again ☺️“

“Excellent restaurant, we got the prosciutto pizza and the beef short rib pasta. Both were really fantastic.
Pizza has a wonderful crust, and toppings were balanced. Pasta had a really rich sauce with the wonderful braised short ribs.
Staff were super friendly from the moment we were greeted until we left.“

“Service and food is amazing. Would definitely recommend.“

“Great neighborhood gem. This was our 6th visit and we will go back.“

“Great folks, diverse clientele and awesome food!!“

“great venue. great customer service, excellent appetizers.“

“Ottimo il branzino, molto buona la focaccia“

“Really great food. Every dish I’ve had here has not disappointed me. The prices are reasonable and the service is great.

The location is not great but there is plenty of street parking nearby and the fixtures to accommodate outdoor seating is appreciated.“