50 Best Italian Restaurants near Sun Valley

“I’m big fan of wood fire Pizza. Finally a halal spot. MashaAllah pizza is amazing. I love the crust. And the pizzas are light, so we got a couple options for me and my family.“

“First time there. Food was great, piping hot, and great serving sizes. The server was kind and patient, the bathroom very clean. I can’t believe I’ve been ignoring this spot this whole time!

Kid-friendliness: They have great kid options and I loved that my son was comfortable in their roomy booth seats.“

“Always good, the sad is the inferno the poor employees are living inside this store, more than a 100 degrees working them inside this store, this is so dangerous for them I usually buy my super Gigante pizza in Lauren Canyon store but they closed l9ng time ago, I have to drive 9 miles to pick up my pizza now, so far but really good pizza,the owner should repair their AC, these employees can be passed out anytime working at that temperatures, he should read the California laws that protect the employees.“

“The little plates are yummy. I love the pita bread that came with the hummus (Salatim plate). The other plates were good also. I loved the bread pudding (I think it's better than the best cake). What I like the most about Bacari, besides the beautiful ambiance, is the friendliest staff.“

“Our family had an excellent meal at Mother Wolf last night. The pasta was out of this world and the Italian wine selection was great. The decor is very nice and conducive to an overall excellent experience.“

“As a couple who has deemed themselves “Pasta Connoisseurs”, we love exploring and trying new Italian restaurants throughout Los Angeles. When it comes to Jemma Hollywood, it exceeded our expectations. Jemma Hollywood has everything that one is looking for in a restaurant from beautiful ambience and great customer service to amazing cocktails and delicious appetizers and pasta dishes. I highly recommend Jemma Hollywood for date nights and girls night outs because you will leave the restaurant filled with delicious food and happiness.“

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

“Had such a lovely birthday dinner at this restaurant. It's a hidden gem for sure in Burbank. I had the shrimp scampi, the hubby had the lasagna and our son had a cheese pizza. They were all delish!!! The service and ambiance was great! Our first time but definitely won't be the last!!!“

“This is easily the best Italian spot in town.
Kick off your meal with some delicious stuffed mushrooms or a crispy fritto misto—both unforgettable starters.
For your main, I highly recommend the Penne alla Vodka or the Linguini with Clams. If you're into pork dishes, don’t miss out on the Pork Chops Agro Dolce—they’re outstanding.
Just remember to leave a little room for dessert. Their New York cheesecake is incredible, and the tiramisu is the real deal—exactly like you'd find in Italy.
Overall, it’s a menu you’ll love from start to finish. Definitely worth a visit!“

“Excellent food and Judy was an excellent host she put up with us Australians 🍺🍺😀😀😎“

“Friendly Comfortable neighborhood spot“

“Try to stop by every time we stay in Glendale. Good food and very reasonable prices. Service is beyond excellent.“

“One of the best I’ve had “out” in a very long time.“

“I love this place. The owner is so nice. The staff is amazing. The food is always delicious. It feels like a family style restaurant. The owner is always recommending get suggestions for food options. And he is very passionate about his food. Every time I ate at this restaurant it has ALWAYS been an amazing experience. Thank you so much for sharing your food with us.“

“We visited The Bella Pizza Trattoria Italiana last night and had such a great experience! The whole place has a warm, cozy, family-style vibe that makes you feel right at home.

The food was fantastic, the pizza had a perfect thin, crispy crust and fresh, flavorful toppings. The pastas were just as amazing, rich and comforting, like real home-style Italian cooking.

What really made the night extra special was the service. The chef came out to check on how we liked the food (which we loved!), and our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. You can tell they really care about what they do.

If you’re looking for authentic Italian food with a personal touch, definitely check this place out. We’ll absolutely be back!“

“I went with a large group and I think everyone but me like their entrées way better than I did. I really think maybe I just made a wrong taste choice. I went for a mushroom ravioli with a cream sauce. I have to say the service was excellent. It’s a cute little restaurant. You probably wanna make a reservation if you’re going there, the bread is incredible. It’s so so yummy. I did enjoy the appetizers. I was not impressed though by the Caesar salad I was with five other people and they all loved their trace. I think I just made a poor choice. I would recommend it and even for a romantic night or dinner.“

“ABSOLUTELY THE MOST AMAZING CUISINE I HAVE HAD IN LOS ANGELES .. or anywhere I been lately for that matter COMPLIMENTS TO THE CHEFS … . I’m
SOOOO IN LOVE with this place I am mad I don’t live in LA ..I’m from Vancouver CANADA .. visiting LA for the first time , Let me tell you . I had the octopus ( that was off a side menu that might have been their daily specials ) as a starter and I ate it soooo slowly cus I was in HEAVEN with every single bite I took .. I didn’t want to finish it but couldn’t wait to take another bite .. the flavours were so amazing and cooked to perfection. Next up I had the Ravioli Verdi di Spinaci e Ricotta
and omg again… OUTSTANDING cooked Al dente as I love it and although I was full after that.. I stayed and gave myself some time to digest my food cus I wasn’t leaving without having the crème brûlée .. and I’m glad I did cus it was phenomenal . I wanted to try everything on the menu .. Andrea is a culinary GENIUS . Shoutouts to Pablo ,Sara for being so welcoming and the rest of the amazing staff . I can’t wait to eat here again .. ?????
HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE ..

Thank me later

With love
Cecilia“

“There was a lovely engagement last night in front of Prosecco’s . Young love, and she said, “Yes!”“

“My first time today. My friend Norris and I sat at the bar. Such a great space with the patio right outside...great music and vibe. The food and drinks were really good as well. Neil the bartender was terrific! He was really friendly and very attentive. Can't wait to go back. This is going to be my new place!“

“All around great experience! Good food, great service, good music! If only I lived closer…“

“Wonderful experience and great food“

“My boyfriend and I went to Lavo for the first time this weekend and absolutely loved it! The service was incredible from start to finish. Tristan and Rodrigo were both attentive, kind, and knowledgeable of the menu. We got the meatball, chicken parm, broccolini, asparagus and garlic bread. All of these items were delicious but I must say the garlic bread was the star of the show. We will definitely be back and loved the experience!“

“I have been going to roma deli for over 6 years. My kids and I sometimes go grab a pizza while we're washing at the nearby laundry place. They have a large variety of drinks and bottled water.
If we dine in we usually get sandwiches and paninis. With either fries or sides. The staff is always friendly and patient with us. The food is always good. Yesterday we got it delivered, I didn't wanna go out and I don't like ordering from delivery apps so I love that you could order directly from their website. I usually get the grilled chicken caprese panini but yesterday I tried the roma cheesesteak and that was also top tier (chicken caprese is still my favorite though) Literally everything that I have tried at Roma Deli has been good. Also I never remember to take my punch cards, I think you get a free sandwich if you fill up your card. If you have picky eaters, trust me you'll find something on the menu that they'll like.“

“Excellent place! Very authentic, interesting choices. I didn't choose this restaurant for vegan, but was delighted with a mushroom pasta dish from that portion of the menu. Tasted a meat dish & a seafood 1 from family members; also excellent. Particularly liked short ribs ragu & the bread was terrific! Good moderate priced wines. Friendly service; will go back.“

“Carson was amazing and looked after our birthday group super well. Super funny and charming :) Most people loved their food, my vegan option was ok but honestly a bit bland. But for a big group with mixed dietary requirements this was a solid spot.“

“Vegan or not, I can’t imagine why anyone would not love this place.❤️“

“Today was the first time I ordered anything from here I have been wanting to for awhile and I just found my new favorite place to eat chicken Alfredo it was bomb and I’m picking when it come to Alfredo dishes,great portions too.“

“We have been going to Horses ever since they opened since it’s right in our neighborhood. The most friendly staff with a big shout out to Amanda. The most amazing craft cocktails and absolutely delicious food. I think we’ve almost tried everything on the menu and have not been disappointed once. Can be hard to get a reservation, but we usually get there at 5:15 and are able to sit at the bar with no problem.“

“Los meseros son muy amables me gusto mucho el ambiente“

“This is the first time I have ever been to one of the Bacari locations. This one, in Sherman Oaks, is excellent. My daughter, Lauren, picked this restaurant. I was surprised, because Lauren usually picks out more expensive restaurants.

Bacari is a tapas type restaurant. The prices are reasonable because the portions, and the plates, are small. They recommended ordering three plates per person.

We ordered one plate for each of us and a Margarita pizza to share. The pizza was excellent. I had the Bacari burger. It was amazing. My wife had sea bass, and our daughter had a filet. We all enjoyed our meals.

Service was prompt, friendly, and efficient. In this restaurant, they bring out each plate as it's ready. That encourages people to share and socialize.

The restaurant was quite noisy inside. They have a nice little courtyard with outdoor seating. It was slightly less noisy in the outdoor courtyard.

For people who want to lose weight and still have delicious meals, I recommend Bacari Sherman Oaks.“

“Alicia can cook anything and she is an amazing person beautiful inside and out love her to pieces♥ xoXx“

“wait staff very responsive to our requests…. home cooked food at a decent price! a winner!!!“

“Love love love this place. We’ve been coming here for 19 years and highly recommend. Great food, wine and ambiance.“

“Yummy always. Great service and food“

“They treat you like family. The food is incredibly great.“

“Awesome dinner and dessert 🍨“

“By far, the best pizza around, and super-nice owner and employees. Have recommended Napoli's to every local Facebook group I belong to.“

“First time and it will be many more visits! The ambiance, divine food & amazing service surpassed my expectations! My friend recommended we go and from appetizers, main course and the dessert 😘❤️😁“

“Incredible food at reasonable prices. Best Italian around hands down. Get the garlic bread ❤️❤️❤️“

“Nonna Flora fantastica , cucina wonderful“

“Delicious 😋Alfredo fetuchine“

“My workplace usually orders from Melrose Café. All i can say is…YUMMMM! The food is always fresh, tasty, hot when it arrives and the staff very friendly and welcoming. Hard working cooks and front of house! Thank you for the hard work you guys do!“

“Love Vitellos, feels like an awesome local secret, while being a classic la restaurant at the same time. Great food, amazing staff and fun night out. They always seem to find a way to connect to the neighborhood in new and interesting ways as well.“

“We had an out of town guest who loved pasta so brought her to Uovo for the food and ambiance. All the pasta dishes were excellent…and each with its own unique taste. Portions are “small” for US so definitely recommend at least one dish per person.“

“Amazing organic restaurant with pizzas, avocado toast, housemade pastas and fresh baked bread, ciabatta and baguettes. The back patio is a hidden gem, will visit over and over again for sure!“

“Excellent Italian food. Fine dining. Great for special occasions.“

“Food was great! You get to choose your type of pastas, sauce, and topping! The service was awesome, the service was fast, and the employees were very kind. The place had a regular smell. Me and my kids sat down only to see a sparkly, wooden table, and soft orange seats! 5 stars!“

“The food is sooooooo good! From bread to appetizers to pasta and pizza, everything was delicious - one of the best shrimps I have ever had!! It’s much better than any other Italian restaurants in this neighborhood. Super cozy and it’s a family vibe, it may not be as trendy but if you care about food, this is really the place. We will be back a lot!!“

“I wish I could give this place 100 stars! This is hands-down one of the best, most family-friendly spots in our community. We’ve been coming here for years, and every time, they deliver an amazing experience. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistent—and the warm, welcoming environment keeps us coming back.
Our most recent visit was just as wonderful. Our server was incredible—he took his time with our kids, was so patient, and made sure even our youngest felt included when placing his own order. That kind of kindness and attention to detail means a lot, especially to families with little ones.
The service is fast, the staff is always friendly and attentive, and the vibe of the place is just perfect for a casual night out or a weekend treat. You can tell this place truly values its customers and takes pride in everything they do.
We really hope they stay in this location for many years to come. It’s so important to have places like this in the neighborhood—where great food, great people, and great memories come together. Highly, highly recommend!“

“Delicious food, I enjoyed myself there and the spaghetti was great just like expected 🧡“