50 Best Italian Restaurants near Van Nuys

“Quality ingredients and exceptional service with consistency make this a great experience for every visit. There is something for everyone on the menu. The place is approachable, the people are friendly, and the food is delicious and fairly priced.“

“Defrankos was our first stop on our 12 day vacation from Canada. We got off the flyaway and walked down a few blocks with all of our luggage in tow. The staff were incredibly friendly, they gave us such a warm welcome to California… but beyond that the food was AMAZING. We are currently sitting at the airport going over our trip and all 3 of us agreed the very best food we had on this trip were our 3 subs from Defrankos. ❤️

Kid-friendliness: The staff were so friendly to our kiddo and really went above and beyond to make his experience great.“

“We are from out of state and stoped here for a late night dinner. The staff were very nice and fast compared to other pizza places. Place was a little small but it gave it a homie type of feel. I don’t know if it was just me being really hungry but that pizza was heavenly. We paid around $23 for medium pizza + soda. I overall would come here again next time I’m in cali.“

“The price is a little high for a 1 topping large, but when the quality of the cheese, toppings, and sauce are this good, it's worth it.

Especially the pepperoni, I dont know where they got it from, but I wish I had ordered the whole thing pepperoni.

The place is tucked away between a boxing center and Del Taco.

It has a green fake grass outside for people with dogs, and apparently, they donate money to shelters from their profits.

So is buying a pizza since part is donated to charity considered a tax deduction???? Kidding.

The place was very clean with plenty of seating.“

“I’ve tried almost every pizza place in the area, and nothing compares to this one. The crust is perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy inside, the sauce is rich and flavorful, and the cheese – wow, always melted just right. I usually get the pepperoni or veggie supreme, and every bite tastes fresh and homemade. The staff is always friendly and the service is fast, even when they’re busy. Highly recommend – 10/10.“

“Lido Pizza in Van Nuys is hands-down one of the best pizza spots around. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. Their signature square pizzas are perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with toppings, exactly the way good pizza should be. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the place has that classic, old-school charm that makes you want to come back. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, the quality never disappoints.“

“Delicious authentic Roman cuisine …“

“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!!“

“The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve👍👍“

“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.“

“Atmosphere was great! Service was fabulous. Drinks were tasty! Margarita Pizza lacked cheese but the Sweet Cheeks was amazing 🤩.“

“Angelini Osteria totally lived up to the hype! We had a great dinner there that night and I can't wait to go back again soon. Let's start with the star of this show: uni pasta. Oh my gosh, it was divine! The uni was so fresh and creamy and the pasta itself was cooked just right. Every bite was an explosion of flavor. We also tried the baked lasagna and it was delightful. The layers were perfectly balanced and each bite was full of rich, savory flavors. Let's not forget dessert! We shared a few different things and they were all great. The tiramisu was fluffy and decadent and the chocolate mousse was rich and smooth. Overall, Angelini Osteria is definitely a must-try for Italian food lovers in Los Angeles. The food is incredible, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. We can't wait to come back and try more dishes on the menu!“

“My favorite part of my trip to LA/Beverly Hills! Edward is the GM. He is very personable, and he and his staff do a fantastic job! The homemade focaccia bread melts in your mouth. Yummy! Highly recommended!“

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

“Wonderful in every way. The best martini in LA. Shaken and chilled to perfection. Speaking of perfect, everything from the bread basket to dessert is just the best. The service is classic-impeccable, as is the ambiance. I'm so grateful this hallowed treasure is here in the City of Angels.“

“I’ve always been curious about this restaurant, and I’m so glad I finally went! The service was fantastic and super friendly. They even helped us pick out our plates. I absolutely loved my lasagna—it’s seriously one of the best I’ve ever had. Plus, the sodas are so authentic, I can’t get enough. And the best part I was sitting right next to the grove water fountain!“

“Wonderful staff, great service, everything was delicious.“

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

“Where do I start. Liz and Maggie are amazing. They made my family feel like some type of celebrity. I can’t state in this short paragraph how blown away I was by the service we received. THE BEST SERVICE, I’VE EVER RECEIVED. The drinks were excellent and the food was so good. I recommend the wagyu meatballs. The dessert was so tasty. You really can’t go wrong with anything you order here. The piano bar is a musical nice touch. I really appreciated the attention to detail on the decor of the restaurant when it came to the music. I’m so very excited and satisfied with Osteria Florence and I can’t wait to comeback again. 10 stars ⭐️ thank you Francesco 🙏🏽❤️“

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

“Beautiful place to dine and enjoy the morning and afternoon coffee. One of my face place to dine when in the area! Highly recommended place to dine!“

“Loved this place! Went for brunch on Saturday. Such awesome servers, and such amazing food. The French toast with the cinnamon brioche is truly one of the best French toasts I’ve ever had. The chicken and waffles is fantastic too! Would definitely come back“

“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“

“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 😘❤️😁“

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

“Why go 3000 miles away it’s just as good as Pat steaks and they got a roast pork sandwich too“

“（Spicy Honey Pie） ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thin crispy crust + pepperoni + honey drizzle, sweet and spicy flatHeng is super addictive!Must order!Cons: Too small, not enough for two people to share ($22). Rigatoni Vodka ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The sauce is rich and a perfect blend of cheese and tomato, but you can get tired of eating too much of it. Garlic Shrimp⭐⭐⭐ The shrimp were fresh, but the portion was small (only 5 for $18) and the garlic flavor was not prominent enough. Tiramisu ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just the right amount of wetness, coffee liquor flavor, LA Top 3 level! But open until midnight, one of LA's few delicious late night snack options.“

“We’ve been coming for over a year now, and every time we go the service is top notch. The owner takes a moment to talk to us and to make sure we are having a great time. Their cuisine is exquisite, better than other over-rated Italian restaurants in the valley. They always surprise you with their delicious tiramisu dessert.
If you’re craving Italian food, this restaurant will always hit the spot.“

“I love the food and service at this restaurant.“

“Delicious food and friendly atmosphere.We had a great time.Thank you.🙏🤗😇😋“

“Funke does many things right, yet still manages somehow to feel both warm but not inviting at the same time.

It’s odd to me because I recently met Chef Evan Funke and he seemed to be a super nice and warm guy(and clearly very talented), yet his spirit seems to not shine as bright as it could in this particular environment.

A protege of Wolfgang Pucks from back in the day, he himself has become quite a celebrity chef with hundreds of thousands of followers on IG, and all the other things: book, tv appearances, etc…

I believe he’s considered the “Pasta God of California!”

While I have yet to try his other concepts, Mother Wolf (Hollywood) and Felix Trattoria(Venice Beach) Funke is his newest addition to his portfolio of eateries, if not a huge departure in menu from the other two; freshly made authentic Italian pastas and elevated pizzas and animal proteins with a thoughtful bar and wine list. It’s all very good.

The standouts are the squash blossoms and pizza for me, and olive oil infused craft cocktail, but I have yet to try the pastas so cannot comment.

I’m giving this a 4/5 because I can’t help but feel that Funke can’t decide what experience it truly wants to give you. As I said, it’s warm, but not necessarily inviting.

All that said, add it to your list for fine-dining in Beverly Hills. It’s worth going for the open-air rooftop bar and squash blossoms alone.“

“The service was great. The ambience was great. The pasta was amazing. The only thing I thought was just ok was the 24 oz. Porcini-Rubbed Bone-in Ribeye finished with 25yrs Aceto Balsamico. Not sure if it was the sauce but the steak was just ok but for the price I was anticipating the taste and quality to be like that of Chi Spacca next door. Overall the meal was great I just had high expectations.“

“This place is an absolute gem. Food is better than most formal sit down restaraunts at a fraction of the price. Great value for the quality, large portions too. It shocks me that there’s not a like out the door on a daily basis. It’s a must try lunch spot in the valley.“

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

“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!!!“

“came an hour before closing and was delighted with a DELICIOUS meal. from the appetizer, the bread, to the pasta, EVERYTHING made you feel at home.

i highlighted that we came close to closing because most restaurants lack attention to detail when its almost time to clock out.

not this place. me and my family felt like special guests and the staff went above and beyond to serve us a dinner experience. A+++

i will be back!“

“Wonderful! family owned and run.“

“Amazing atmosphere, a great vibe, wonderful food. Overall A+ experience. One of the staff, Solomon, is probably one of the best servers I’ve had in a very long time- attentive, great attitude, and truly elevated the experience. Definitely recommend.“

“Wonderful experience and great food“

“The food was delicious! Service was great“

“Amazing sandwiches. Please open a store in beach cities (South Bay LA)“

“Ottima cucina italiana, atmosfera elegante e accogliente, staff gentilissimo“

“We had a lovely experience at Ospi Brentwood! We were celebrating the end of a major project for school. The food was delicious and unique. We loved the pastas as well as the baked Parmesan and Eggs Benedict on fresh biscuits with Calabrian chile sauce. The service was attentive. The space itself is beautiful. The only weird thing for us was how it was empty for brunch! Your establishment definitely deserves more guests!“

“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.“

“Yummy always. Great service and food“

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

“Antonio the owner is such a sweet person, the ambiance is romantic and peaceful. Now the food is absolutely delicious does not lack in any aspect! The food is authentic, flavorful, and without a doubt delicious! I come here regularly and am never disappointed. Ask for the cacio e pepe with a vino primitivo and to finish it off with a limoncello!“

“Hands down one of the classiest good vibes restaurants in LA! The food is excellent. The wait staff and bar staff super friendly and personable and Jill (bartender, wine connoisseur and server extraordinaire) is a great reason to keep coming back! It’s like stopping by to see one of your closest friends. Oh…and the olive oil lemon custard cake is AMAZING!!!“

“Love just place people and food“