50 Best Italian Restaurants near Rancho Palos Verdes

“Great pastrami sandwich! Great bread that they toast in the pizza oven. I have been numerous times now and while I want to be able to talk to the rest of their menu....I cant. I ordered the pastrami sandwich my first time and have never looked back. But I am sure they have got some other great dishes to offer, pretty big menu. It's a cute local little spot to grab food or eat on their little patio. Highly recommend“

“incredible handmade raviolis“

“There’s pizza is top notch! The crust is perfect. The staff was friendly and professional. Location is perfect for me. I have been disappointed by other pizza places too many times to remember. This is my new go to for family pizza night!!“

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

“The torpedos are incredible“

“Went for Easter lunch and it was fabulous.“

“Love & Salt is an excellent dinner spot for something a bit more upscale.

They have a pretty substantial menu, with a lot of great options. They even have some really delicious mocktails.

Make sure not to miss the meatballs for an appetizer. They were probably the best dish of the night. That said, you can't really go wrong with anything you order.

I only really had two very minor complaints. Their pasta was a little more al dente than I tend to go for, but that didn't ruin the dishes by any means. The other thing was that the mocktails didn't come with anything to stir them with. Even a straw would have been helpful.

All things considered, you really should check out Love & Salt if you are in the LA area. Well worth it.“

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“The food was super delicious!!!“

“Always great at dockside love it“

“Yummy wine as be delicious food!“

“If you want an experience you will not forget, rush to STECCA TAVERNA! From their gracious staff, to their fine interior aesthetics, you will be instantly fulfilled.

Their Italian cuisine is as legitimate as it gets. The menu from top to bottom are all hits. They simply cannot be beat. I have been a repeat customer since they have opened.

Bravo STECCA!“

“What a fantastic discovery. I was craving calzones and used to have a spot in Los Feliz which I would go out of my way for. After trying a few places which fell short of the mark in South Bay, I almost gave up on finding authentic Italian food locally. The search was worth it as this is now going to be one of my forever places to come on a regular basis. From the calzone, to the pizza, salads and even the Cannoli Siciliani Pistacchio, everything has been nothing short of amazing. To top it off, it’s family run and they are all the sweetest and most warm people I’ve encountered at any local restaurant. If you haven’t tried them yet, you need to stop by.“

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

“Great pizza, super friendly staff“

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

“Highly recommended, this is a very good restaurant“

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

“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 ?“

“Pasta is so fresh!! Everyone is so sweet!!! Love this place!!! You need to try everything on menu!! It's so yummy!!“

“We ended up at Lozio Osteria Pizzeria Bar completely by accident. My friends and I were looking for a new place to celebrate my birthday, somewhere we hadn’t been before, and this turned out to be such a great find.

Honestly, all the food was absolutely delicious. The truffle fries were especially amazing. We finished them so quickly that we had to order another round.

We had bruschetta, a charcuterie board, Caesar salad, fettuccine bolognese, and carbonara, and everything was spot on. For dessert, we ordered a pistachio cake. The portions were perfect for a group of five girls, and we left happy and full.

The cocktails were also great, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

And the service really made the experience. Our waiter had such a great sense of humor, kept joking with us, and truly lifted the whole mood of the evening.“

“We went here for dinner on Monday evening. The place was easy to locate. Parking was underground and there were several spots available so overall got there in good spirits.

When we entered the restaurant, the server at the bar asked us to grab a few menus and seat ourselves. The restaurant was completely empty so we had a choice of tables to pick from! The inside of the restaurant was a little dark and dingy. The tables were old and overall, the inside appeared tired.

The server was at our table very quickly. We were the only client so we got his full attention! He was a very nice guy, very pleasant and friendly. We placed our drinks orders and they came out immediately. We then ordered a salad and a pizza to be split between the two of us.

The salad came out quickly and was excellent. Everything was fresh and the mozzarella cheese was very nice. The dressing was delicious as well.

Soon after, the pizza came out. The crust was absolutely amazing, almost perfect. Above all, it tasted amazing. As we were eating I tried to get the servers attention for a drink refill. That took some doing despite there not being anyone else - perhaps, it would have been easier if there were more clients and they would have been more attentive! Anyway, once I got his attention, the drink came along quickly!

Overall, we really enjoyed the meal. They have been around for 35 years and I feel that fact is reflected both in the quality of their food (very good leading to great success) and the furniture (really shows its age!!). I would certainly be coming back here anytime I want a quick meal/pizza and I recommend it strongly for anyone in the area looking to have good pizza.“

“One of my favorite places to go to whenever I visit family in Los Angeles. It’s my grandparents favorite place and has been since they opened. I’ve loved basically every meal I’ve gotten there and you really cannot go wrong with whatever you get. I highly recommend it here. Genuinely few places like it.“

“Charming Greek/Italian restaurant in San Pedro. Very home-town vibe. Calzones are rich and tasty, but bring a friend or get a box, because they are bigger than your head! Greek salad and mozzarella sticks were also a hit with the family. Service was great. Not really a place to zoom in and out of, but the ambiance invites you to slow down a bit and enjoy your food with friends or family.“

“fabulous little deli with a great mix of ideas to grab on the go!...and their sandwiches are amazing!! 💯🤙“

“The Spicy Italian Chicken sandwich is the bomb!“

“Came on Father’s Day. They were out of pizza (unfortunate, but I’ll come back another day to try it). The server was super nice, attentive, and patient with my mom who has a lot of questions due to being gluten free. The food was AWESOME. I loved the penne rosa.“

“Been coming here for years. We def have our faves Mama Mia Chicken Eggplant Parmesan, Carbonara, Pesto Linguine, Chicken Alfredo, Ravioli. Always ask for 2nds on bread basket w chimichurri--fresh and hot. Fresh lemonade. Hits the spot. We come for the food. Server is same gal for decades. Always pleasant.“

“Good pizza and variety menu. Mini, 8", available. Great service and staff. I've been a customer for many years and anticipate many more.“

“Excellent food and Bartenders.(service!)“

“2026.08.12
If you are a true pasta lover, you likely already know about Pasta e Pasta by Allegro in Torrance—and if you don't, you are seriously missing out! Ever since returning from our trip to Italy, our standards for great pasta have skyrocketed. Yet, this incredible spot consistently delivers and thoroughly satisfies those high expectations every single time. This marked our 4th visit as we continue our mission to try every item on the menu! 🍝✨

Mentaiko Pasta: My wife went with this signature dish, which remains an absolute fan favorite and a house specialty for good reason—rich, savory, and deeply satisfying.

Carbonara: My pick for the night, and it was executed flawlessly! Rather than using traditional wide ribbons, Pasta e Pasta crafts theirs with rounded noodles cooked to ideal, toothsome al dente perfection. The sauce strikes a magnificent balance—neither overly heavy and cloying nor too thin—complemented by generous, thick-cut chunks of savory bacon. 🥓

To round out the experience, every meal comes with warm, freshly served bread and a crisp house salad tossed in a delicious, tangy onion dressing that perfectly whets your appetite before the pasta arrives.

Pasta e Pasta by Allegro is the kind of neighborhood treasure where you could easily eat every single day without ever getting tired of it. An absolute standout in Torrance—giving it another well-deserved 5 stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This was our second visit to Pasta e Pasta by Allegro in Torrance, and you know what that means—the food here is consistently amazing! As a spot famous for its incredible Japanese-fusion Italian pasta, it never fails to impress.

We arrived on a Wednesday evening around 6:45 PM. Even though the restaurant was already about 80% full, we were lucky enough to be seated right away without a wait.

For my dish, I chose the Allegro Special, which features a traditional Bolognese meat sauce with eggplant. I am honestly not a big fan of eggplant in general, but it was prepared so beautifully here that I completely cleaned my plate. The portion was incredibly generous, and the texture of the pasta was a perfect, textbook al dente. 🍝

My wife ordered the Nero di Seppia (Squid Ink), a flavorful tomato sauce infused with squid ink. The squid itself was exceptionally fresh, and her pasta also came out with that fantastic, authentic al dente bite. If you are a seafood lover, this dish is highly recommended! 🦑🍅

Since this was just a quick dinner for us on a weeknight, we didn't stay long enough to fully lounge and soak in the ambiance, but the restaurant definitely has a lovely vibe that accommodates both. Whether you want a relaxed meal or just a high-quality, quick-stop dinner on a weekday, this place is a stellar choice. We will definitely keep coming back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Finally found the perfect spot! Pasta e Pasta by Allegro is a true gem on PCH. It’s an authentic Japanese-style Italian restaurant that strikes the perfect balance between both worlds.
​The pasta is served perfectly al dente, and unlike some other Wafu-style spots that can be too salty, this was seasoned beautifully—reminiscent of the pasta we’ve had in Italy. The sauces are generous (not minimal like traditional Italian), but perfectly balanced. Even the antipasti salad and bread were incredibly fresh.
​The vibe is unique; it almost feels like a Japanese ramen bar but for pasta. It’s small (about four 4-person tables, four 2-person tables, and 10 bar seats), so it fills up fast. Pro tip: Arrive right at opening or go a little late to avoid the wait. It makes for a perfect lunch spot. Hands down my new go-to!“

“A very typical OG experience. The one thing that frustrates me is that we always order the endless breadsticks and refillable boat of Alfredo sauce and I swear they are trained to never ask if you would like a refill on either lol... You have to ask each time and then wait 10 minutes. Just keep em' coming please 😀“

“Very good italian food. The Osso Buco was really fantastic“

“Good food! I've been coming here most of my life and still as good as the first time my dad brought a Torpedo home.“

“Great coffee. Way better than Starbucks and Dunkin. Please make your way to the east coast!“

“The best pasta I've ever had, and at such an incredible price!“

“Amo Italia is a solid go-to if you’re looking for reliable Italian delivery in the South Bay. It’s a ghost kitchen on Hawthorne Blvd in Lawndale, so there’s no dine-in—just delivery or pickup—but ordering is very easy. They’re on all the major apps, and pickup is quick (you grab your order from a locker setup).

What stands out is the range of vegetarian and gluten-free options—it makes ordering for a mixed group much easier.

We recently ordered for a small get-together with kids and tried a mix of dishes:
• Spicy rigatoni – really good, probably the standout. Just eat it fresh—it can dry out if it sits too long.
• Pesto pasta , well-balanced, not creamy, nothing overly heavy.
• Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken – a hit with the kids, creamy and comforting.
• Mediterranean salad – fresh, well-seasoned, a nice lighter addition.
• Margherita pizza – simple and tasty, though on the smaller side. One person could easily finish it if hungry.

Portion sizes overall are okay, and everything arrived well-packed. We ordered through Uber Eats (Uber One helped a bit with savings), but pickup is just as convenient.

We’ve also tried their rigatoni vodka before—creamy and good—but this time the spicy rigatoni was the favorite at the table.

Overall—it’s just good, dependable food that works well for family meals or casual hosting.

Would order again. 👍“

“Cappuccino, espresso, croissant, cornetto, are my favorites, but everything is fresh and delicious! Service and atmosphere is great! Alessandro got it right! Bravo!!“

“This pizza is INCREDIBLE and tastes EXACTLY how they make it in Italy… After all, the chef is Italian 💅 🇮🇹. They use high-quality ingredients (amazing tomato sauce, anyone???) and a wood-fire oven to bring these masterpieces to life. Oh… and the pizzas have the classic, soft, thin crusts…“

“BEST PIZZA IN THE SOUTH BAY! My boyfriend introduced me to this little gem a few years ago and I can honestly say any other pizza I try since doesn't come close to the amazing taste that Jack's pizza makes. We're lucky enough to live 3 minutes away from this place, so we usually pick up and bring the pie home, but it's always piping hot and perfection every time. I honestly don't go anywhere else for pizza since my first bite of Jack's pizza, and I can pretty much guarantee you won't either. This place has been around for a long long time, I think somewhere around the 80's and I hope they stay around making magic in the kitchen for many years to come. A sincere thanks to all the staff at Jack's! Stay awesome and don't change!“

“Japanese style pasta is it's own category, not to be compared to Italian pasta. As is the Japanese way, they take something great and do their own excellent interpretation.

Food 10/10
We tried the
Wagyu Meatball in Brown (bolognese) Sauce 10/10
Wagyu Meatball in Red (marinary style) Sauce 10/10
Both were super tasty and full of umami

Also ordered the
Katsu Curry Bowl 10/10 - Tender Juicy panko chicken katsu served over perfect rice (I mean every grain is perfect) and the most delicious home made curry sauce.

I believe that it is take-out only (which is what we did) hubs did the pick up and said there isn't really space to eat in.

Street parking, or municipal garage across the street

A high quality fun take on Japanese pasta in Manhattan Beach!

Would highly recommend to others!
Will for sure be returning again!“

“Antonio is the best chef in the Southbay, he pours a great glass of vino! Jess, provides great service.“

“I kept seeing this little restaurant on uber eats pop up, and was enticed by their BOGO on their chicken meal. Food came and i was very surprised- usually we get stung or disappointed with competitor restaurants doing sloppy work on presentation, missing sauces etc but this was not the case with Sebastians, i really felt they packed and made our food with care and attention.

3 sauces, large salads with dressing and the main bowels themselves with good quality pita bread slices, perfecto!

Chicken was perfect, succulent, well seasoned, the rice was flavoured beautifully and the vegetables were great.

Overall an outstanding experience, we hope to eat their physically and as long as they have that BOGO deal they will be our goto instead of competitors like divine because they really knock it out of the park when it comes to Mediterranean food.“

“The food I ordered was very authentic and it taste just like the Italian food. My linguini and clams, my spinach Gorgonzola pear salad with walnuts on it was so delicious !!! I loved the Pinot Grigio they serve there along with the desert of the Tiramisu and the Old Fashioned Espresso Martini for dessert too. I would recommend this place to all of my friends and family. It's so delicious every thing on the menu is good here.“

“Everything in here is excellent!!! Super yummy food, great service, I recomend this restaurant 1000%“

“First time here had the lasagna and it was delicious and so was the bread that comes with it“

“Jurnee and Kim go above and beyond with their service! My family and I have never experienced their service before! We hope to be able to request them in the bear future! On point, sweet, and super attentive WOW! They deserve their flowers and tips! Thanks for making our lunch feel so amazing yesterday!“

“Good food and service . Spaghetti was awesome!!“