La Vecchia Cucina is absolutely fantastic! The food is delicious and they accommodate special requests with a smile. I ordered aglio olio with shrimp. It isn't on the menu, but it's a staple in Italy, so the chefs definitely know how to prepare it. The freshly baked bread is delicious; piping hot and served with flavorful olive oil. I've had the bolognese, the pesto, the scampi and they were as good as, if not better, than the pastas I've had during my trips to Italy! The Caesar salad is great and they should sell the croutons, they're incredible! The servers and waiters were kind and efficient and the even the chocolate ice cream, for a small desert, was delicious. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed💕
Paul
Lovely restaurant with an excellent menu for most taste. Food is served very nice and hot. Noise is overwhelming
Priscilla
Always, ALWAYS great food and great staff! Don't miss the peach, burratta and proscuitto -- a seasonal treat we LOVED.
Victoria
Excellent quality, impeccable service! Love this place. Definitely on my favorite restaurants list!!! It's been around for a long time and unlike other establishments did not go down in service or quality of food. Can hardly wait to have my next friends and family gathering there. Thank you La Vecchia for standing up to the high demands and hospitality. Lots of love, Viktorious Epicureas ‼️❣️❣️❣️
Jeffrey
I prefer quiet restaurants where you can easily hear what your dining companions are saying. This is not the place.
Nancy
Superb meal. Wonderful menu and Specials selection.. Warm atmosphere and Friendly service. Will go back again and an again . My guests were thrilled with this choice for our dining evening. You won't be disappointed.
Beth
This was our first time dining here and we all enjoyed our meals. Although a bit noisy, the overall ambiance was lovely and we could have a conversation. We will definitely go back.
Sheila
This is one of my neighborhood restaurants, so I've eaten here several times. Each time, the food has been outstanding, the service excellent, and the staff friendly and accommodating.
DEE
This place has been a consistent favorite since we discovered it many years ago. Consistent is the operative word: The head chef is the owner and always shall it be!
Clare
Hard to choose from all the wonderful dishes on the menu. Food was delicious, portion sizes not overwhelming, fresh, clean, and so flavorful. Cocktails and wine recommendations were on point. Service was excellent. Best Italian food we've eaten outside of Italy, in years. Bravissimo!
An amazing experience as always. Ambiance and service were impeccable. The bread at the beginning with the olive oil/garlic/basil dipping sauce is the best I've ever had. We ordered bolognese, linguini with clams, and pesto shrimp pasta. All were incredible. What a treat to celebrate my birthday here!
Richard
I had the most wonderful night with my stepdad. It was my first time here, but he had been raving about this restaurant. It lived up to everything he said. Our waiter was Mik. He couldn't have been better perfect service. Perfect food. Can't wait to come back.
Tom
Always such a pleasure to eat here. Whenever guests are in town LVC is a sure fire winner!
Rocio
La mejor pasta , mi favorita . Súper recomendada , la señorita que nos atendió fue muy gentil .
Roberto Henriquez
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ La Vecchia Cucina – Flawless Italian Dining in Santa Monica!
La Vecchia Cucina is my go-to for perfect Italian food every time. The ambiance is warm and inviting, the service is attentive and friendly, and Chef Mark’s dishes are *always* on point—especially my favorite, which never disappoints.
From the first bite to the last, every meal feels like a celebration. If you love authentic, delicious Italian cuisine with a relaxed yet elegant vibe, this place is a must. 10/10 – will keep coming back!🍝❤️
La Vecchia Cucina is absolutely fantastic! The food is delicious and they accommodate special requests with a smile. I ordered aglio olio with shrimp. It isn't on the menu, but it's a staple in Italy, so the chefs definitely know how to prepare it. The freshly baked bread is delicious; piping hot and served with flavorful olive oil. I've had the bolognese, the pesto, the scampi and they were as good as, if not better, than the pastas I've had during my trips to Italy! The Caesar salad is great and they should sell the croutons, they're incredible! The servers and waiters were kind and efficient and the even the chocolate ice cream, for a small desert, was delicious. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed💕
Lovely restaurant with an excellent menu for most taste. Food is served very nice and hot. Noise is overwhelming
Always, ALWAYS great food and great staff! Don't miss the peach, burratta and proscuitto -- a seasonal treat we LOVED.
Excellent quality, impeccable service! Love this place. Definitely on my favorite restaurants list!!! It's been around for a long time and unlike other establishments did not go down in service or quality of food. Can hardly wait to have my next friends and family gathering there. Thank you La Vecchia for standing up to the high demands and hospitality. Lots of love, Viktorious Epicureas ‼️❣️❣️❣️
I prefer quiet restaurants where you can easily hear what your dining companions are saying. This is not the place.
Superb meal. Wonderful menu and Specials selection.. Warm atmosphere and Friendly service. Will go back again and an again . My guests were thrilled with this choice for our dining evening. You won't be disappointed.
This was our first time dining here and we all enjoyed our meals. Although a bit noisy, the overall ambiance was lovely and we could have a conversation. We will definitely go back.
This is one of my neighborhood restaurants, so I've eaten here several times. Each time, the food has been outstanding, the service excellent, and the staff friendly and accommodating.
This place has been a consistent favorite since we discovered it many years ago. Consistent is the operative word: The head chef is the owner and always shall it be!
Hard to choose from all the wonderful dishes on the menu. Food was delicious, portion sizes not overwhelming, fresh, clean, and so flavorful. Cocktails and wine recommendations were on point. Service was excellent. Best Italian food we've eaten outside of Italy, in years. Bravissimo!
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An amazing experience as always. Ambiance and service were impeccable. The bread at the beginning with the olive oil/garlic/basil dipping sauce is the best I've ever had. We ordered bolognese, linguini with clams, and pesto shrimp pasta. All were incredible. What a treat to celebrate my birthday here!
I had the most wonderful night with my stepdad. It was my first time here, but he had been raving about this restaurant. It lived up to everything he said. Our waiter was Mik. He couldn't have been better perfect service. Perfect food. Can't wait to come back.
Always such a pleasure to eat here. Whenever guests are in town LVC is a sure fire winner!
La mejor pasta , mi favorita . Súper recomendada , la señorita que nos atendió fue muy gentil .
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ La Vecchia Cucina – Flawless Italian Dining in Santa Monica!
La Vecchia Cucina is my go-to for perfect Italian food every time. The ambiance is warm and inviting, the service is attentive and friendly, and Chef Mark’s dishes are *always* on point—especially my favorite, which never disappoints.
From the first bite to the last, every meal feels like a celebration. If you love authentic, delicious Italian cuisine with a relaxed yet elegant vibe, this place is a must. 10/10 – will keep coming back!🍝❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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