50 Best Italian Restaurants near South Gate

“Great food, great atmosphere, great host, great hospitality, great presentation 💯“

“Went here last night with some friends who raved about this place, and it did not disappoint! We asked our server, Mickey, to bring us her favorites, with wines chosen by Rachel, our sommelier. The quality of the food, wine pairings and service rank among the best I've experienced -- and I say that having dined at Central in Lima, Peru (#1 restaurant in South America and #2 in the world) in 2022. An amazing meal!!“

“Are you kidding me it’s always good“

“Love Claudio & the team here. They are so welcoming and have the best Happy Hour in the Arts District!

We hosted our Baby Shower here and they were so accommodating. It's a great location for a private party or a large group. Definitely recommend!

They do validate for parking - pull into the Aliso building lot by Arrowhead Brewery.

Try the squash blossoms, Lambrusco & spicy calabrese pizza. Everything is so yummy.

Highly recommend a reservation on the weekends - they get busy!

Parking: They do validate for parking - pull into the Aliso building lot by Arrowhead Brewery.“

“OMG!! we came here before the Angus and Julia Stone concert (around the corner from the Orpheum Theatre) the last Saturday in June and what a cozy little joint this place is! We sat at the bar

Service was spot on, my wine was delicious (a Chenin Blanc) and the Bolognese Pappardelle was mouthwateringly good! The wine list consist of natural wines. Such a chill vibe in here but we were early in our reservations so keeping that in mind I'd say it might get busier the later the hour. Also be aware they do NOT take cash for payment of your meal. They do, of course for tips just not for the meal.

Not a lot of room in here so don't come with the thought of a romantic dinner for two where you can whisper sweet-nothings to one another without someone else overhearing hahaha.

Parking lot was well lit behind the building, it is shared with the Theater.

Respectfully Reviewed.“

“100% recommend. thank you“

“A wonderful local place run by people who used to work at some high class places decided to run their own business. The sauces are great. They have specials all the time. I'm shocked how the prices are still low. Crowded even on a Wednesday.
You will not be disappointed.“

“Amazing delicious food and love the ambiance. The servers were awesome!!“

“Everything about my reservation was great. The entire staff is so friendly and accommodating. The food was fantastic. We left thinking about when we'd be back just to have the Fusilli alla Vodka again.
Pro tip! If you can’t find a reservation, set notifications on Resy for the times you are available. A few usually open up. Just be sure to have your credit card on file, they go fast! ?“

“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“

“I looooooove this place so much. They play the absolute grooviest music/best DJ (please add a dance floor 😭🙏🏾) and amazing service!! Great vibes all around. Great to stop at for a drink and vibe.

Such a sweet corner gem, great place to stop by on a Saturday night.“

“best pastas ever!!! And the tiramisu was fabulous“

“Wow I love this cute little place, it’s going to be my new favorite morning spot. The food is incredible - focaccia so light, fluffy, and flavorful you feel like you teleported to Italy - and they make the most perfect tart crust I’ve had in years, which Francesca described as “home” to her. Both (the prosciutto and fontina grilled sando + apricot tart) paired beautifully with their americano. Chefs kiss!“

“I've never been there but i have to say i love what they doing and hopefully we'll get to know each other and taste the beautiful pasta dishes“

“I would describe De La Nonna as an elevated pizza restaurant. As with most pizza joints, they serve up beer, salad and pizza, but this not your standard fare.

Start off with a craft beer, wine, or a fancy cocktail (or mocktail). Lots of choices to be had.

For starters, we ordered the market salad which had a fantastically light tangerine(?) dressing. The dressing on the ceaser salad was a bit heavy, but it was still tasty.

The eggplant caponata appeared to have been lightly fried and coated in a sweet and savory sauce. Very good.

As for the pizzas, all were insanely good. Each was like a pillowy soft deep dish pizza and they all came with the best crispy edges.

IMO the roasted mushroom pizza was the best — and I'm not a fan of mushrooms.

Prices are a bit higher than you would find at a typical pizza place, but again, these are not your typical pizzas. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere, chill.

Dietary restrictions: They were able to accommodate customers with celiacs.“

“It's delicious. The price is also right.“

“Great place and very welcoming staff. Food was delicious and very Italian. Highly recommended.“

“Great Food, Great Service...“

“Food was amazing, spot on. Great comfortable service. Really nice experience!“

“😋Delicious Italian Homemade Food“

“A fantastic night of dancing, great food, big band magic, all set in a grand ballroom that evokes a sense of grandeur and style. I cannot recommend this enough. We saw Lizzy and the Triggermen there, who blew the roof off. As for the food, the tuna tartar was delicious, the veal piccata and branzino were both excellent, and the desserts were surprisingly elegant and capped the evening perfectly. Drinks are not cheap, but they’re well made and generous. All in all, an evening of high style hard to match anywhere in LA, or New York, for that matter. Cannot recommend enough.“

“I've been a regular here for decades. Always used to eat at the restaurant on Melrose Ave in Hollywood. It was always fantastic. Unfortunately this restaurant is closed. Then I went out to eat in Santa Monica. This location wasn't so great anymore. But the food still tasted good. This location in Larchmont is chic again. The food is still very good. The focaccia was sensational. I love the Rigatoni Bolognese with this. But the pizza is also very good!“

“😋👍good food .and friendly staff“

“Food and service was great.“

“Muy bueno el servicio la comida lo mejor“

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

“The food is INCREDIBLE and the products are beyond amazing!!!“

“Good food. Reasonable prices. No frills, hole in the wall kind of place. Good take out place. (Read: the lighting was really bad, decor seemed makeshift). You go there for the food and price, not for a date or an experience. Kind of surprised that this place has perfect 5 stars, so hope this review is a fairer representation of the place.“

“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.“

“Whether you get it to go or dine-in. ALWAYS amazing! Chef always makes you feel at home. My absolute favorite Italian Restaurant. P.S. every picture has been a different occasion 😋“

“Muy buen servicio Comida deliciosa…“

“Pssing through. Hilton Hotel in Montebello said tgey had the best pizza around. Very true. Loved the New York.“

“the pizza is ausome been going to Angelo's pizza many years ago and it still the same“

“Love just place people and food“

“We had the DineLA menu. The corn gazpacho was wonderful, perfect for summer. Both the branzino and duck could use some more flavors. The chocolate sorbet was delicious! Nice dark chocolate flavor. Our server was excellent, friendly, helpful and attentive without being intrusive. The patio was nice and we very much appreciated the low volume music ...allowing us to have good table conversations without having to raise our voices.“

“Awesome Place to Eat Italian food“

“Excellent restaurant italien authentique au cœur de LA downtown. Délicieux !!!“

“This is a great little out of the way place in a strip mall type situation. There is not a ton of parking but it's just enough.

There was live music by a acoustic guitarists. That was really cool. I wasn't expecting that. It really added to the atmosphere. Our waiter was great and really knew his stuff on the menu, and had a fantastic attitude.

I ordered the pizza, which was overcooked. Don't get me wrong, I like a crispy crust, but this was definitely overdone. However, the others in my party really enjoyed their food. One of them got the lasagna, which I was going to get. I probably should have. He said it was pretty awesome. So, who knows.

Give it a shot, let me know what you think.“

“This Italian restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. The staff is incredibly welcoming and attentive, making you feel like part of the family. The food is hands-down some of the best I’ve ever had – the handmade pasta is so fresh, and the sauces are rich and flavorful. The ambiance is charming, with a lively atmosphere, making it a great spot for groups or intimate dinners. Whether you’re craving a hearty pizza or a delicate seafood dish, they have something to satisfy every palate. Definitely worth a visit!“

“何を食べても美味しいよ“

“Incredible atmosphere, excellent service. We sat at the window bar looking out into the street and it felt so inviting and wholesome. An experience I feel is rare among LA restaurants. The caprese was amazing, deliciously simple and decadent, and with the pesto on top . I had the mushroom carbonara and my wife had the caccio e pepe, both of which I can reccomend wholeheartedly. Also on thursdays there's a farmers market right across the street. Had a great time and we're excited to go back and try more of their menu. Shoutout to our waiter what a chiller.“

“Food is delicious and service is fantastic. One of my favorite restaurant.“

“Aren’t too many good places around Frederick but Ricci’s is in the top 5. Great food. Always fresh and delish! Best time to go is when Tristan (and his brother) and Roxanne are behind the bar. Good food great drinks, great time!!!“

“Food was delicious. Our waitress was covering way to many tables for any one person could possibly handle. Not her fault i am sure that was management's decision. The wait wasn't bad to get in or to get our food. The only issue was our overworked waitress.“

“Happy atmosphere! Good selection of food“

“There have many delicious meals“

“First time there, will definitely return. Very friendly service; the meatball sandwich was delicious, huge meatballs.“

“Family-style Italian restaurant. We got the meatballs, hamachi crudo, spaghetti pomodoro, rigatoni, the New York strip, and asparagus. I would order the meatballs, spaghetti pomodoro, and New York strip again. The hamachi crudo and rigatoni were both unique but not my favorites after more than a few bites. The asparagus was a little too undercooked for my taste.

Theres a small indoor area and a few outdoor tables in an enclosed area. There's not a full bar, but they have wine and a few beers and nonalcoholic drinks.

We had reservations on a very busy night due to a gallery opening nearby, so they were about 15 minutes behind on schedule. They immediately offered us a glass of wine because of this. Service was great!“

“Great customer service. delicious fresh pizzas !“