50 Best Italian Restaurants near Van Nuys

“We use to pick up dinner from here every night. A pizza and salad. Family owned. Super friendly staff. We don’t live in the area. But would love to stop by one of these day for a quick bite. Place has a nice vibe. Easy access to the 405 freeway. Highly recommend you stopping by.“

“I was craving Italian food tonight, and ordered from here. What a treat! Delicious food! Friendly service, very aesthetic restaurant, and fairly priced. Can't ask for more! I had Lenguini with clams and Hawaiian pizza. Shared with my mom. We both loved it !!! Will definitely order again. Highly recommend! Must try.“

“Let me telll you the best freaking pastrami sub I’ve ever had and I hate sub sandwiches cause I can never find a good one. But de Franco has my heart it’s been 3 days and I want another so baddd. Plus the owner is the sweetest most amazing person ever!!! Can’t wait to go back and get more!“

“Let’s just say I’m here at least once a week- with takeout or dine in. Original Italian with the family vibe. Good Italian— not overpriced, mediocre garbage. The good stuff. Their pizza at this location specifically is always fresh, and they don’t cheap out. Cannot say enough good things. Huge fan and always will be!“

“Delicious authentic Roman cuisine …“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“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!!“

“myself & wife called in without a reservation Sunday evening, Had a beautiful meal in a very busy and friendly place our waitress Tamera was absolutely awesome friendly and gave great recommendations for us being from England helping with menus information highly recommended 5 star June 2025“

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

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

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

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

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Spago Beverly Hills“

“If you are in Los Angeles, eating at Jemma Hollywood is a must on your list. They have a lovely staff that is attentive and professional. The food and cocktails are absolutely delicious. I recommend you just order everything! You can't go wrong here.“

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

“Funke is an incredible dining experience! The food was beautifully presented, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere was elegant and vibrant, while the service was attentive and welcoming. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and made the meal truly memorable. I had a fantastic experience and would absolutely recommend Funke.“

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

“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 😘❤️😁“

“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“

“Wonderful experience and great food“

“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!!!“

“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!“

“The pizza was very good. The Sei Margarita was a nice traditional tasting pizza and the Mala Lamb was a really good unique pizza that tasted like nothing I had tried on a pizza. The crust was excellent, bubbly and chewy. Save room for the tiramisu which was excellent.“

“The best thing I've eaten since arriving in LA.

We stopped by for lunch and everything was absolutely delicious. A special thanks to Ryan for taking great care of us, and to Jackson, the chef, for coming out of the kitchen to greet us personally. It was a small gesture, but it made us feel very welcome.

Highly recommended.“

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

“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 food amazing service“

“（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.“

“Hands down, one of my favorite restaurants in LA. My husband and I visit here 2-4 times a month. All the locations are beautiful and unique, but our favorite is Sherman Oaks. It's our home local restaurant, and the entire staff knows us and takes great care of us. It was just our 17th anniversary, and the staff made us feel so special. But then again, they always make us feel special, so we just love everything about this place. Our go-to must-haves are the chicken sliders, fries, and the little gem. And to end the meal, we order vanilla lattes, the best cake and ice cream. It's simply the best!“

“We dine here often. Food & service keeps bringing us back.“

“I love the Classic Setting: flowers, wooden tables, Energetic Server without Fail!
3 years and the same consistency of delicious Italian dishes and amazing cappuccino with tiramisu.
I rarely see restaurants like this, service that is always inviting you to come back for another dinner and another dinner AND another dinner😀.
Highly Recommend. I want to give this place 10 out of 5 stars.“

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

“bomb bomb bomb! wont be disappointed“

“I met a cute girl🙏 and the food is fuego fuego 🔥“

“100/100 recomendable Pasta echa en casa puedes comer ahí o si prefieres solo pides para llevar al igual es la misma calidad y cantidad buen ambiente personal amable. 🥂“

“Wonderful! family owned and run.“

“Obsessed. Literally everything was perfect down to the striped napkins. First of all, you are literally transported when you come in off Melrose to a chic, open atmosphere, that feels like some place on the coast of Italy. The bread is the best bread I’ve ever eaten in my entire life. In fact, I want to come back and just eat the bread for dinner next time. The melon tomato salad was citrusy and sweet, the pastas were ALLLLLL insane but my favorite might have been the truffle one (not pictured) and the eggplant. Anyway, great date spot or friend hang and you won’t be disappointed in anything you order“

“Amazing dining experience!“

“This is my absolute favorite restaurant ...and I eat out 3-5 nights a week. I can always count on All Roads to be 100% perfect! The food is BEYOND delicious and I have had almost every single item on the menu. Never once was I dissappointed. A MUST try is the BIANCA PINSA as well as the Faro and Romini salads....Dessert brownie is spectacular too. Everyone I've brought here has fallen in love. The service is timely, professional and friendly. The manager Alexandra is the hardest working restaurant I've ever encountered! You will be thrilled with this restaurant...I was there last night and am bring another new friend this Friday night!😋💗“

“Another great local institution in Burbank! The line gets a bit long, but worth the wait. Huge portions for the price you pay and they are generous with the sides.
The gelato they have is some of the best gelato I’ve had in the city as well!“

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

“I cannot say enough good things about Lexi!!! She makes this place the best! My group (3 of us) showed up without a reservation on a UCLA home Basketball night. She and her team made us feel right at home, even with a full house!!! Food was excellent, service was even better! Can't wait to go back!!“

“Love just place people and food“

“🥃🙂👍 Jeff is a great bartender!“

“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“

“Osteria Vera is a great spot for an authentic Italian meal. The food was delicious and service was great. The menu is a bit limited, but all dishes were top rate Italian. The place is low key and has a very cozy neighborhood vibe. Lovely and fun and easy. Highly recommend for a pasta centric meal and they only have beer and wine and no bar so that's why I didn't give it 5 stars.“

“I've been here a handful of times, and it never disappoints! I rented out the private dining room for the first time a couple of weeks ago, and it was truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Everyone who works there is incredibly kind and welcoming, and the ambiance is absolutely perfect. Not to mention each food plate we’ve gotten there is to die for. It's the kind of place you can't wait to bring your friends to. Every visit has been amazing, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. Without a doubt, it's my favorite restaurant in LA.“