10 minutes wait great service friendly staff food was i hate to say this but put carmin's in 2nd place lol ill be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Tiramisu
M A
Zero vegan options. You’re in silver lake, and it’s 2025.
Michael Fiedler
Stopped by here without a reservation on a Thursday night and waited about 25 mins to get a seat. This place is so nice and the bartender was very friendly and helpful . The ambiance is really cozy. I Ordered the shrimp scampi and really enjoyed it. So much flavor!! The bathroom was also super cute and clean. Will definitely be coming back to this little gem of a place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cristal Ramirez
Had a fantastic evening at Donna’s with drinks and desserts shared the olive oil cake, tiramisu, and panna cotta, all delicious! Host Kate, you’re a star—thanks for making our visit so enjoyable! Highly recommend Donna’s for anyone looking for great desserts and top-notch hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aryana Vega
The place was cozy, colorful, vibrant and absolutely breathtaking. We started off with the shrimp and it was my absolute favorite of the menu. The garlic bread is a must and goes perfectly with the sauces of the shrimp and pastas. Also ordered vodka pasta and truffled gnocchis! The service was exceptional and kind. Overall a meal and restaurant I won’t forget! Thank you 🤍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben Masters
The Pork Tenderloin genuinely touched my soul.
Ashley Rodriguez
I’m honestly upset it took me this long to try Donna’s, haha. I’d been hearing about it for a while, and even being an Echo Park native, I just never had the chance to go. The food was amazing I got the Caesar salad, the garlic bread (definitely shareable), the blongones, and my friend got the alla vodka pasta. Everything was delicious. The tiramisu was a 20/10. My only critique is the drinks they’re good, but there’s more ice than actual drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Nicks
This place doesn’t get enough hype in my opinion It was truly amazing. The food was excellent. The cannolis with something I never tasted before like that the flavor is unexplainable and The service was so quick and Convenient The manager Gina is an angel here on earth, she was so sweet and made sure me and husband had a great time! It was truly a wonderful Experience I would love to come again in the future …side note this Coca-Cola was the best one I’ve ever had in my life lol
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Fusilli Alla Vodka, Caesar Salad, Chicken Parmesan, Cannolis
cole
nah this one of the best meals i’ve ever had tbh. the sauce with the perfectly cooked branzino was crazy, the chicken parm was fantastic, linguine and clams + the pasta alla vodka were just excellent. for starters we got the garlic bread, caesar salad, and stuffed peppers, all of which were delicious and the peppers and garlic bread were especially beautiful and unique. some negroni blancos, a caffe martini, and a couple glasses of wine all around, topped off with the delicious cannolis hazelnut, vanilla, and chocolate cannolis. complimentary limoncello was a kiss goodbye. Everyone who worked there was so sweet too. Donna’s, like arnold schwarzenegger i’ll be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delaney Cargo
This place is next level. Definitely the best Italian American dishes I've ever had. I had the garlic bread, Caesar salad, lasagna and chicken parm and it was all fantastic! Great wines too. There's a reason why this place is always packed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Chicken Parmesan
I absolutely loved this place. It has a cozy, mysterious vibe with dim lighting that sets the perfect mood for dinner. The food was fantastic—everything we tried was delicious. We ordered the Caesar salad, garlic bread, vodka pasta, chicken, tiramisu, and flan, and every dish hit the mark. The portions were generous, and the flavors were spot on. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Overall, Donna’s is the kind of spot you’ll want to keep coming back to. Can’t wait for my next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dom Rodriguez
Amazing place. Food is bomb, service Amazing. Make sure your waiter is hannah such a sweetheart. Overall best Italian restaurant in LA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Fusilli Alla Vodka, Meatballs
Andre L.
Terrible food. Terrible food. This is insulting to the good Italian restaurants in Los Angeles. Overcooked pasta. Sauces of all kinds everywhere. A restaurant for people who don’t have taste and don’t think.
Eric Chang
Donna's presented itself as a cozy neighborhood spot specializing in classic American-Italian red sauce cuisine. Parking proved a slight challenge, requiring a brief search in the vicinity. The restaurant itself was intimate, with a warm and inviting atmosphere created by exposed brick, soft lighting, and a general sense of comfortable bustle. The service stood out for its friendliness and attentiveness, with the server being knowledgeable and helpful throughout the meal. The garlic bread was a highlight, featuring a crispy crust and a soft, flavorful interior generously infused with garlic butter. The calamari was well-prepared, tender and crispy, complemented by a distinctive squid ink aioli. Among the pasta dishes, the vodka pasta offered a creamy and well-balanced tomato sauce, while the spicy sausage pasta provided a welcome kick of heat with flavorful crumbled sausage. The chicken Parm was a standout dish, with a juicy chicken cutlet coated in a perfectly crispy breading, topped with a vibrant tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. Surprisingly, the chopped salad, with its mix of vegetables and salami in a tangy dressing, was enjoyable despite a usual preference against vegetables. The broccolini, simply dressed with parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, was also a tasty side. The artichoke hearts wrapped in anchovy offered a bolder, saltier flavor. The beverage choices included a well-made Old Fashioned and a sweeter Cherry Cherry. While the overall experience was positive, the limited parking and the single shared restroom are worth noting. In conclusion, Donna's provides a satisfying taste of classic American-Italian comfort food in a warm and charming setting. The standout dishes and excellent service outweigh the minor inconveniences, making it a worthwhile visit for those seeking traditional red sauce fare in a cozy neighborhood environment.
Jessica Martinez
We finally had the chance to try Donna’s — and it did not disappoint! We came in with high expectations, and they were fully met across the board.
The staff was warm, welcoming, and genuinely accommodating. Our server, Michael, was absolutely phenomenal — friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly hospitable. Every dish he recommended was spot-on and honestly a 10/10. You can tell he loves what he does, and it really elevated the experience.
The food was exceptional. We tried the Caesar salad, garlic bread, shrimp scampi, lasagna, chicken Marsala, chicken parm, and fusilli alla vodka. The vibe was relaxed but refined, and the service was top-tier. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!
10 minutes wait great service friendly staff food was i hate to say this but put carmin's in 2nd place lol ill be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Tiramisu
Zero vegan options. You’re in silver lake, and it’s 2025.
Stopped by here without a reservation on a Thursday night and waited about 25 mins to get a seat. This place is so nice and the bartender was very friendly and helpful . The ambiance is really cozy. I Ordered the shrimp scampi and really enjoyed it. So much flavor!! The bathroom was also super cute and clean. Will definitely be coming back to this little gem of a place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a fantastic evening at Donna’s with drinks and desserts shared the olive oil cake, tiramisu, and panna cotta, all delicious! Host Kate, you’re a star—thanks for making our visit so enjoyable! Highly recommend Donna’s for anyone looking for great desserts and top-notch hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The place was cozy, colorful, vibrant and absolutely breathtaking. We started off with the shrimp and it was my absolute favorite of the menu. The garlic bread is a must and goes perfectly with the sauces of the shrimp and pastas. Also ordered vodka pasta and truffled gnocchis! The service was exceptional and kind. Overall a meal and restaurant I won’t forget! Thank you 🤍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Pork Tenderloin genuinely touched my soul.
I’m honestly upset it took me this long to try Donna’s, haha. I’d been hearing about it for a while, and even being an Echo Park native, I just never had the chance to go. The food was amazing I got the Caesar salad, the garlic bread (definitely shareable), the blongones, and my friend got the alla vodka pasta. Everything was delicious. The tiramisu was a 20/10. My only critique is the drinks they’re good, but there’s more ice than actual drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place doesn’t get enough hype in my opinion It was truly amazing. The food was excellent. The cannolis with something I never tasted before like that the flavor is unexplainable and The service was so quick and Convenient The manager Gina is an angel here on earth, she was so sweet and made sure me and husband had a great time! It was truly a wonderful Experience I would love to come again in the future …side note this Coca-Cola was the best one I’ve ever had in my life lol
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Fusilli Alla Vodka, Caesar Salad, Chicken Parmesan, Cannolis
nah this one of the best meals i’ve ever had tbh. the sauce with the perfectly cooked branzino was crazy, the chicken parm was fantastic, linguine and clams + the pasta alla vodka were just excellent. for starters we got the garlic bread, caesar salad, and stuffed peppers, all of which were delicious and the peppers and garlic bread were especially beautiful and unique. some negroni blancos, a caffe martini, and a couple glasses of wine all around, topped off with the delicious cannolis hazelnut, vanilla, and chocolate cannolis. complimentary limoncello was a kiss goodbye. Everyone who worked there was so sweet too. Donna’s, like arnold schwarzenegger i’ll be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is next level. Definitely the best Italian American dishes I've ever had. I had the garlic bread, Caesar salad, lasagna and chicken parm and it was all fantastic! Great wines too. There's a reason why this place is always packed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Chicken Parmesan
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I absolutely loved this place. It has a cozy, mysterious vibe with dim lighting that sets the perfect mood for dinner. The food was fantastic—everything we tried was delicious. We ordered the Caesar salad, garlic bread, vodka pasta, chicken, tiramisu, and flan, and every dish hit the mark. The portions were generous, and the flavors were spot on. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Overall, Donna’s is the kind of spot you’ll want to keep coming back to. Can’t wait for my next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing place. Food is bomb, service Amazing. Make sure your waiter is hannah such a sweetheart. Overall best Italian restaurant in LA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Fusilli Alla Vodka, Meatballs
Terrible food. Terrible food. This is insulting to the good Italian restaurants in Los Angeles. Overcooked pasta. Sauces of all kinds everywhere. A restaurant for people who don’t have taste and don’t think.
Donna's presented itself as a cozy neighborhood spot specializing in classic American-Italian red sauce cuisine. Parking proved a slight challenge, requiring a brief search in the vicinity. The restaurant itself was intimate, with a warm and inviting atmosphere created by exposed brick, soft lighting, and a general sense of comfortable bustle. The service stood out for its friendliness and attentiveness, with the server being knowledgeable and helpful throughout the meal.
The garlic bread was a highlight, featuring a crispy crust and a soft, flavorful interior generously infused with garlic butter. The calamari was well-prepared, tender and crispy, complemented by a distinctive squid ink aioli. Among the pasta dishes, the vodka pasta offered a creamy and well-balanced tomato sauce, while the spicy sausage pasta provided a welcome kick of heat with flavorful crumbled sausage.
The chicken Parm was a standout dish, with a juicy chicken cutlet coated in a perfectly crispy breading, topped with a vibrant tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. Surprisingly, the chopped salad, with its mix of vegetables and salami in a tangy dressing, was enjoyable despite a usual preference against vegetables. The broccolini, simply dressed with parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, was also a tasty side. The artichoke hearts wrapped in anchovy offered a bolder, saltier flavor.
The beverage choices included a well-made Old Fashioned and a sweeter Cherry Cherry.
While the overall experience was positive, the limited parking and the single shared restroom are worth noting.
In conclusion, Donna's provides a satisfying taste of classic American-Italian comfort food in a warm and charming setting. The standout dishes and excellent service outweigh the minor inconveniences, making it a worthwhile visit for those seeking traditional red sauce fare in a cozy neighborhood environment.
We finally had the chance to try Donna’s — and it did not disappoint! We came in with high expectations, and they were fully met across the board.
The staff was warm, welcoming, and genuinely accommodating. Our server, Michael, was absolutely phenomenal — friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly hospitable. Every dish he recommended was spot-on and honestly a 10/10. You can tell he loves what he does, and it really elevated the experience.
The food was exceptional. We tried the Caesar salad, garlic bread, shrimp scampi, lasagna, chicken Marsala, chicken parm, and fusilli alla vodka. The vibe was relaxed but refined, and the service was top-tier. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!
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