We've lived in Bernal Heights for 40 years. La Traviata has been in business for 50 years. But we just discovered this wonderful, intimate, romantic restaurant last year. Wish we had done it long ago. We can never seem to not order the tortellini in white sauce because it's so good. Everything we've ordered has been wonderful. Very friendly staff. Almost feels like visiting family when we go here.
Gloria W.
Was honestly just fine. The environment was nice for a date, and the staff were polite and fairly hands off. However, the food just didn't really do much for me. I feel that there are other italian restaurants that may give more. The tiramisu was far from my favorite, and the gnocchi was fair. Nothing really wrong with this restaurant, and I think it's a fair option still. Just not necessarily my favorite.
Apoorv Krishak
Best Tiramisu in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
Claudia T.
So disappointed by my meal and by other meals I tasted - it's really NOT italian in that the kitchen does not seem to know how to make a sauce. They somehow think drowning overcooked and under seasoned Salmon or Chicken in a briny olive tapenade is enough - well it isn't. In the pasta dept - the mushroom ravioli was dry - again - total miss in the sauce. Even the salad dressing was lackluster - not mixed - seemed like a bottle dressing drizzled over the top. Total waste of $$. The only reason it has 2 stars is the room itself is beautiful.
Love the intimacy and decor. Service was spot on, and the food was even better. Classic Italian dishes and a lot you can’t find anymore.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
L M.
Amazing food amazing service and wonderful people. Atmosphere is so cozy. Have been coming here for years and it's a best kept secret!
Marion Simonsen
It was a quiet evening since it was day after NY. We had reservations for 11 peeps. The food was good and inexpensive. The server was attentive. It's a great neighborhood place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cass S.
We took our grandkids for dinner and got a warm welcome from the staff. We enjoyed an excellent Sangiovese wine, tender pulpo salad, and luscious veal with sautéed mushrooms. The kids loved their salad and delicious pastas Afredo and gnocci. We will be back soon. Thanks La Traviata!
It had been about a year since we came to this spot to eat and they have not skipped a beat! From the fresh bread to start and ending with Tiramisu you leave with a full stomach and a huge smile. Even the kids enjoyed their pasta!Bread: hot and fresh out the oven you just can’t resist. Great for getting the extra sauce.Prosciutto w/ Cantaloupe: second time having this dish and it was better than the first. The cantaloupe pairs great with the prosciutto.Lasagna: Rich and Meaty with a cheese pull down to the last bite. Just the perfect size portion.Gamberi: Let’s start with the shrimp on this dish!JUMBO SHRIMP and lots of them. The flavor of this dish was very authentic with the spices and portion size is perfect as well.Tiramisu: big enough to share, very moist and one of the best out there.Parking: Parking at night was easy but I could imagine if you went during the afternoon it could be a task. Plenty of paid parking on the street.Kid-friendliness: We had kids with us and they loved the pasta. Depending on their appetite I would suggest a side of pasta instead of a full portion.Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible for sure , I would suggest to always call ahead if you can to guarantee comfort.
The food was great, the service was great. They were able to accommodate us quickly even though we didn't have a reservation. When they served the food it was so good we all had each other try our dishes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yerin Kwak
Great atmosphere and great food! The veal is especially delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mysti Joy
Amazing food!!! Fantastic find in the heart of the city!!! Can’t wait to return!!
Yerin K.
Amazing food and service! Some of the best pasta I have ever had. The ambiance is quiet and cozy, and would make a great date spot.
Always excellent !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We've lived in Bernal Heights for 40 years. La Traviata has been in business for 50 years. But we just discovered this wonderful, intimate, romantic restaurant last year. Wish we had done it long ago. We can never seem to not order the tortellini in white sauce because it's so good. Everything we've ordered has been wonderful. Very friendly staff. Almost feels like visiting family when we go here.
Was honestly just fine. The environment was nice for a date, and the staff were polite and fairly hands off. However, the food just didn't really do much for me. I feel that there are other italian restaurants that may give more. The tiramisu was far from my favorite, and the gnocchi was fair. Nothing really wrong with this restaurant, and I think it's a fair option still. Just not necessarily my favorite.
Best Tiramisu in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
So disappointed by my meal and by other meals I tasted - it's really NOT italian in that the kitchen does not seem to know how to make a sauce. They somehow think drowning overcooked and under seasoned Salmon or Chicken in a briny olive tapenade is enough - well it isn't. In the pasta dept - the mushroom ravioli was dry - again - total miss in the sauce. Even the salad dressing was lackluster - not mixed - seemed like a bottle dressing drizzled over the top. Total waste of $$. The only reason it has 2 stars is the room itself is beautiful.
AMAZING fresh bread, incredible entrées, couldn’t recommend highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the intimacy and decor. Service was spot on, and the food was even better. Classic Italian dishes and a lot you can’t find anymore.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food amazing service and wonderful people. Atmosphere is so cozy. Have been coming here for years and it's a best kept secret!
It was a quiet evening since it was day after NY. We had reservations for 11 peeps. The food was good and inexpensive. The server was attentive. It's a great neighborhood place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We took our grandkids for dinner and got a warm welcome from the staff. We enjoyed an excellent Sangiovese wine, tender pulpo salad, and luscious veal with sautéed mushrooms. The kids loved their salad and delicious pastas Afredo and gnocci. We will be back soon. Thanks La Traviata!
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It had been about a year since we came to this spot to eat and they have not skipped a beat! From the fresh bread to start and ending with Tiramisu you leave with a full stomach and a huge smile. Even the kids enjoyed their pasta!Bread: hot and fresh out the oven you just can’t resist. Great for getting the extra sauce.Prosciutto w/ Cantaloupe: second time having this dish and it was better than the first. The cantaloupe pairs great with the prosciutto.Lasagna: Rich and Meaty with a cheese pull down to the last bite. Just the perfect size portion.Gamberi: Let’s start with the shrimp on this dish!JUMBO SHRIMP and lots of them. The flavor of this dish was very authentic with the spices and portion size is perfect as well.Tiramisu: big enough to share, very moist and one of the best out there.Parking: Parking at night was easy but I could imagine if you went during the afternoon it could be a task. Plenty of paid parking on the street.Kid-friendliness: We had kids with us and they loved the pasta. Depending on their appetite I would suggest a side of pasta instead of a full portion.Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible for sure , I would suggest to always call ahead if you can to guarantee comfort.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Flan, Lasagna Bolognese
The food was great, the service was great. They were able to accommodate us quickly even though we didn't have a reservation. When they served the food it was so good we all had each other try our dishes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere and great food! The veal is especially delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food!!! Fantastic find in the heart of the city!!! Can’t wait to return!!
Amazing food and service! Some of the best pasta I have ever had. The ambiance is quiet and cozy, and would make a great date spot.