get their focaccia bread + ice cream. on nyt and infatuation top 25 la rests. also on la times best 101. valet parking $10. recommend to book 2 weeks or more in advance. i have been wanting to try this place for the longest time!! i was so surprised by the location bc it was next to a korean restaurant and liquor store. also, they didnt accept walk ins as they were a full house (AT OPENING!). their pasta selection was so unique and tailored to their own style. PORTION SIZES ARE SMALL. but thats why u have to order the focaccia in the beginning to fill u up. focaccia was so soft and bouncy with that nicely baked, crunchy exterior. the whipped ricotta spread was a great pairing, as it lightened the focaccia. the wagyu beef carpaccio was saved by the garnish on top, which accentuated the flavors and added a unique finish but the meat itself was a little chewy and not so flavorful. pappardelle pasta was paper thin, bringing out more of the peppery and richness(?) of the meat. the plin' dell alta langa had small pockets of stuffed meat and black pepper as well. both pasta dishes were not cream or tomato based but had their own unique sauce. finished off with the pistachio crunch ice cream. the ice cream base itself is already on the sweeter side and because the pistachio is enveloped in a honeycomb toffee bark(?), i felt like it was a little too sweet for me. the service here was super attentive, making sure to switch out our plates and fill our drinks at any given moment. there was this older man who was super knowledgeable on wines and helped us choose what to order. loved the uniqueness of the pastas here and would definitely recommend to come here at least once read more

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Found this neighborhood gem on OpenTable a few weeks back and am glad I made a reservation, since it filled up quickly as the night went on. The food overall was excellent--inventive, high-quality, and packed with flavor. To start, the whipped ricotta with pistachio pesto and focaccia was the weakest link. The bread was too oily, the ricotta was just fair, and I'd skip it next time. However, the broccoli chicory Caesar was absolute perfection--perfectly dressed and seasoned. For my main, the sweet corn and chanterelle triangoli pasta was incredibly delicious, though a bit overpriced at $45 (especially considering you can get a more authentic version down the road at Mozza for $11 less). Price is definitely a factor here; dinner for two came to a whopping $300 for just one dessert, two drinks, and a lighter meal. Valet is an additional $10, plus tip, and is located in a very cramped strip mall lot. The ambiance inside is nice, though covering the exposed cinder block walls would definitely elevate the aesthetics. All in all, a nice meal and worth a visit if you like authentic modern Italian, though there are plenty of great options in LA that are more affordable. read more

Waited a month for this reservation and I honestly can say that the fileja pasta and the (seasonal) strawberry ice cream were worth the wait. These two items alone carried my entire meal. Yes, the other dishes were also very tasty but I would drive in LA traffic and wait another month (if I had to). The focaccia bread was very unique. The outside is very crispy and this inside is so soft and spongy. It's almost like a sourdough bread. Nicely salted (a little too much for me) but was perfect for my husband who was having it with some wine. The zucca arostita was also well cooked but a little on the saltier side for me. We also ordered the plin dell alta langa which was good but not as great as the fileja. read more

Antico Nuovo - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place was definitely a revisit!! Food is absolutely delicious!! Must get the pappardelle, so yummy & the meat is tender- not a red sauce. The Tortelli is lemony and a little cheesy too. Service is very very good, they replace all plates in between courses. Cookies & cream ice cream is a must order as well, it's super creamy and the cookies are crisp!! Inside it's so cute and definitely bustling, everyone had a great time, better for parties 2-6 I would think!! read more

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Been wanting to try this place - heard that it's super cute and charming. Imagine when I pulled up and it's in a random spot in the city in a parking plaza. Valet parking. It is very cute and charming and rustic inside. Loved the planters / wine buckets they used as dividers on the communal tables. Overall food was good. The carpaccio, focaccia and whipped feta and the agnolotti were probably the faves of the night. Everything else was decent. I had higher expectations for the food, but overall a nice night out with friends. read more

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A great new find for me, recommended by my foodie hair stylist and the LA Times. I'd put this place a notch above Evan Funke's Felix, Mother Wolf and Funke based on food, but the ambiance is far more subdued (to my liking). Antico is situated on the western edge of Koreatown within Korean mini-mall. The outside is quite nondescript; the small parking lot becomes valet only once the restaurant opens. Street parking can be tight. The quaint dining room features an open kitchen with live fire action (they use almond wood). There are 2 communal tables in the centre, with smaller tables surrounding them, plus a 4-seat counter facing the kitchen. I got a prime seat here. The menu of course is carb-heavy. Note they do not do pizzas here, but the pastas are house-made, as are the desserts. Here's what I ordered: 1) Focaccia. Probably ordered by every table, either plain (with olive oil and sea salt) or with 5 different "toppings" that are served along side. I was able to order a trio: whipped ricotta/pistachio pesto, artichoke/pine nut pangrattato, duck liver pate. All were delish, but my fave was the duck liver (I'm a duck or chicken liver pate/mousse fiend). 2) Tortelli pasta with lemon, ricotta, marjoram, pine nuts. One of 3 vegetarian pastas, light (as much as a pasta can be). Yummy. 3) Plin del' alta langa. I chose a second pasta instead of a main. This was agnolotti filled with a fine meat mixture of pancetta, beef cheek and rabbit with a jus sauce. So savory and tasty! 4) Sprouting cauliflower. The baby cauliflower had a beautiful bagna cauda (anchovy-based) sauce. 5) Ice cream. Antico is famous for their ice cream; they offer 7 toppings. I was able to get "half" servings of 3, and I struggled to finish them because I was almost bursting and even the half portions are large, served in individual glasses. My topping choices were pistachio crunch, honeycomb and Harry's strawberries. The strawberry was nicely tart, but my fave was the pistachio, which was a brittle. An excellent meal. Service was also excellent; I got expert guidance through the menu. From my seat I saw a lot of the kitchen action; you'll be glad to know the pastas are pre-portioned in plastic bags, ensuring consistency. And the final inspector tastes each dish, plates the pastas and adds a final flourish of olive oil and pepper before the dishes are sent out. Definitely will be back! read more

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Definitely a must try restaurant. They had unique pastas that were good. I liked their whipped ricotta and focaccia as well! I also got to try their honeycomb ice cream that they're famous for. Service was really friendly and professional. The ambiance was very vibey and romantic. Seems like a great date spot! It's located in a very small plaza. There's valet available and some street parking too. read more

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Solidly delicious. The restaurant is tucked into an unassuming location (I had to do a double take to make sure I was at the correct place), with a hole-in-the-wall vibe from the outside. Once you enter, you're engulfed in a warm, cozy, romantic, relaxed open setting. My waitress was welcoming and answered my questions and provided interesting facts about a couple of the dishes. Focaccia was soft, pillowy, nicely crispy and lightly salted on the outside; it pairs really well with the soft burrata+ green scallion oil. I quite enjoyed this. Scallion oil could be stronger, though; I tasted fresh 'green' with first taste of the oil but subsequent tastes had no flavor. Broccoli chicory Caesar was excellent, well-mixed with plenty of cheese. I'm typically a fan of mild cheeses, and the bufala (buffalo mozzarella) inside the spinach Cannelloni was great. The dish was soft, creamy, with nicely crisped edges. (They make all their pastas in-house) My foodie friend really liked the beef cheek + veal tongue pappardelle. The pasta was thinner and springier than usual pappardelle I've had - very interesting. I personally thought the bagna cauda that came with the cauliflower was a little too sour/acidic for my taste. Other than that, no real complaints about the food. My friend thinks for a similar price point, though, there are better pasta & foccacia places out there in LA. So, for that reason and the limited time I have in LA when visiting, I definitely would not mind returning, but I also would not go out of my way to come here. It's worth trying once. read more

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I came here by myself on a random Thursday evening. I called and was able to get a 9 pm reservation. I can tell this place gets busy even during weekdays so I recommend making a resy, especially if you are a big party. I think the ambiance and staff were great. Dim lighting. Small ish space. Comfortably seat 4-5 people. Larger party it might be a little harder to keep sharing food. This place is in such a random location, surrounded by a liquor mart and homes. There is a small parking lot with a valet. I took a Waymo here because I can tell that the street parking here would be really diI was a bit hesitant to go by myself but the staff were very nice despite how packed and busy they were. They have a deal where if you are a solo diner. You can choose 3 spreads of a smaller portion with 1 focaccia so you can try multiple things. Then you can also choose 2 different pastas and they will give you a half portion. you can also do a dessert and choose 2 ice cream flavors! I love that they provide this option. It's a pretty expensive bill so I'm glad they give solo diners the opportunity to try new things. Let's get into the food! The 3 spreads I chose to have with my focaccia were the anchovies, duck liver pate, and whipped ricotta. The anchovies are pretty good and what you'd expect. Salty in the best ways. If you like things like anchovies you'll like this. Portion is on the smaller side I'm sure, even as a full order, though it's expected. On to the pate. It's delicious especially with the saba. Saba adds a sweet taste that pairs well with deep flavors of the pate. It surprisingly Honestly wish I had enough rough to order a second focaccia just so I could enjoy it for longer. The whipped ricotta is light and refreshing. I love pistachio so I love the pairing. The 1 focaccia honestly wasn't enough bread, surprisingly the spreads were a pretty big portion considering. At least that was my experience. The focaccia is tall so you get a good amount of crispy outer edge and still the soft inside. A perfect ratio if you like the crispy part of bread. The pasta. I know the sugo is a popular choice, and I did enjoy it. I will say I thought it was a bit too salty for me. I think the reduction was a bit too concentrated or something? The meat inside was tasty though. I might skip this if I go by myself again. Though I can see this being a great item to share for a larger party. I don't think I could consume a full plate of this one. My much preferred the piccolo pasta actually. I wasn't sure how pea and mint was going to pair but I thought it was great. Not too heavy of a dish and the flavors were there . Not too strong but not too light either. I could easily eat a full portion of this. It's somehow comforting. I didn't have to get the dessert but it sounded so good! So I got one strawberry and one pistachio. the deal is 2 flavors and half order. But honestly I was so full I literally took two bites of each and then packed it to go since home was not too far. I ended up saving it in my freezer and I finished it the next day it was so creamy. The strawberry flavor is more tart but still creamy. You can tell it's fresh, and let me say that it tastes nothing like your usual strawberry ice cream that you buy at the store. The pistachio was also creamy and delicious! No notes honestly. I love that they add the crumbled pistachio, it adds to the texture so well. Over all a wonderful place to splurge on a dinner. I spent roughly $150 for my meal which also included 2 glasses of wine. Def save this spot for a fancy night out to eat well made Al dente pasta. I can't wait to come here again to try more or new things on the menu. read more

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WOW. from food quality to ambiance and service, this place takes the cake. every dish felt intentional and made me feel like even simple food can be elevated in flavor ~Food~ focaccia ($12) with whipped ricotta ($19): 100/10 just wow. the best appetizer i've ever had. the focaccia is nicely crusted and the ricotta was so silky smooth, with pistachios adding the perfect crunch pappardelle ($40): 8/10 this was one dish i didn't really care for. i can appreciate the quality, but i wasn't the biggest fan. there was too little pasta for the price, and the flavor wasn't enough to justify the cost for me pollo e crostone ($46): 10/10 i didn't expect to get chicken at a restaurant like this, but it was highly recommended and absolutely delivered. it was perfectly juicy and nicely sour from the lemon. i didn't care for the focaccia under the chicken though pistachio crunch ice cream ($13): 10/10 creamy ice cream with great pistachio flavor Service: wonderful service. wine recommendations were great and suited our taste well. plates were replaced in a timely manner and water was always filled Cost: quite pricey but worth the price (spent about $250 for two people) Parking: street or valet parking read more

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Beautiful restaurant for a nice date or special occasion. Every dish we ordered was delicious. The focaccia was perhaps the best focaccia I have ever had, crudo was super lemony and peppery, squab pasta was perfectly al dente, beef cheek paparadelle was beefy & fatty, skirt steak was smokey and delicious, honeycomb ice cream was to die for. Service is so attentive, kind, and considerate. Just an all around awesome experience. Valet is ten dollars. read more

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been DYING to try this place for so long, and it was so worth it! Their focaccia may be one of the best restaurant breads ever and it's so crispy on the outside and wonderfully pillow soft on the inside. The ricotta with pistachio takes it to the next levels. Both the pappardelle and foglie d'ulivo were so delicious and each was extremely rich in flavor. Pappardelle was a little salty, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The restaurant is gorgeous too and a very elevated homey rustic vibe. Service was fantastic as well! read more

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Booked a group dinner (selected the menu ahead of time). Prob the best food I've had in LA to date. Here's what I ate: + Whipped ricotta + Duck liver pate + broccoli chicory caesar + plin dell' alta langa + Sweet corn and chanterelles triangole + steelhead trout - cherry tomato agro e dolce, pine nuts + pollo e crostone - chicken roasted over focaccia, salsa verde + Bone Marrow with potato puree + Jimmy nardello Peppers + Honeycomb ice cream + pistachio ice cream My absolute favorite bites were the sweet corn pasta, pistachio ice cream, and surprisingly, the chicken. Like some of the best chicken on earth. Next best dishes were the duck liver pate, trout, and honeycomb ice cream. Caesar, plin pasta and bone marrow also worth ordering! High marks all around. read more

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Antico Nuovo is undeniably cute and charming, with its dim lighting and warm, intimate atmosphere--perfect for a date night or a cozy evening out with friends. The ambiance sets the tone immediately: inviting, romantic, and just a little mysterious. The menu is definitely on the adventurous side, featuring unique ingredients (including rabbit), so it's not for the faint of heart. While I appreciated the creativity, the dishes themselves were a bit of a mixed bag. The focaccia was decent, and the whipped ricotta fell on the bland side. The lemon pasta was good, bright, and comforting, and the crudo--while a bit fishy--still delivered good overall flavor. The black cod had a similar issue, but once combined with the sauce it worked better. Dessert followed the same theme: the honeycomb ice cream was decent but didn't deliver a true wow moment. Service was genuinely good and our waitress was attentive. Overall, Antico Nuovo is a solid spot with great vibes, but I was expecting more from the food and wished there were a few additional options on the menu. A nice experience--just not the standout I hoped for. read more

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Expectations Were High. Service is above average considering how busy they get. However, plan for longer wait times on food. Also, most items on the menu are best explained by the wait staff as the menu is vague. The Good: Focaccia is fresh. Kingfish Crudo was enjoyed by most at our table. clay pot fagioli e pane is cooked perfect (whoever is making this dish deserves recognition). The Not So Good: Pappardelle Bolgnese is nothing special. Wagyu Skirt Steak (tagliata di mango) is a small serving barely enough for one person (maybe enough for one of you also get a pasta). The valet parking situation is a bit strange. The valet guy must have moved our cars a couple times and I don't know why because they would just be in the spot next to the one we parked in. Got a couple glasses of the Nebbiolo : Barolo which was good but not worth $36 per glass. I do not mind spending for a great meal but this was not it. read more

Top to bottom. Excellent! No notes. That bread is incredible. The artichoke was just amaaaaaaazing. So tasty. My friend's chicken was rad. read more

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oh man where do I start. Top tier restaurant in LA, hands down. each dish you order comes out in the order of the section it was in. Also rec valet, it was only $10 and god only knows how hard it is to park in ktown Rating each dish: Pane Focaccia w/duck liver 5/5 : bread was so fluffy soft, crispy and felt like you were biting a cloud. Could not decide on the sauce but our waiter rec duck liver and I was hesitant but it was a great addition. Salty and a hit of sweetness but in a perfect combination. Antipasti: Broccoli chicory ceaser 5/5 : the perfect greens you can order here. Each bite has a crunch of salad w the perfectly steamed broccoli as a combination of wonder. Primi: Tortelli 3/5: personally not a huge fan of a dish this sweet, tastes like a hint of a lemon cake. However if you love lemon I would try this. Not too tart, leans towards sweet. Pasta cooked to perfection. About 10 pieces of pasta. Pappardelle 4/5: pasta was cooked to perfection and tender. Very filling. Sauce compliments it so well. Veal tongue is def an acquired taste, not a humongous fan if it but it blended in w the dish and def added to the taste of the pasta. Secondi: Pollo e crostone: 5/5: might I say the best chicken I've ever had. Cooked to perfection, soft, tender , juicy. Lots of meat and very filling. Meat slices right off the bone . Dolci: Honeycomb ice cream: 5/5: simple, yet packs such a punch of flavor. perfect amount of sweetness and saltiness. Ice cream is a must. such an experience with great friendly staff. would highly recommend a larger selection so you can try a lot of their food. read more

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Overall, I would give Antico a 4/5. This score includes food, service and ambiance. We ordered the pork ribs, pappardelle, duck liver pate, foccacia bread and then Plin dell alta langa. The best tasting item we ordered was the duck liver pate. It is a must order. It was creamy, not gamey and you can taste the meaty essence of the duck. Tastes amazing with the foccacia bread. The foccacia bread was light and fluffy. The pork ribs were well marinated and juicy, though not worth $72. The pastas were also decent but weren't exactly mind blowing. I guess I had higher expectations for the pastas considering the price and the hype around the pasta dishes but I think I left a bit disappointed. I would come back solely for the duck liver pate and the foccacia bread. Service was amazing. The servers are very attentive and they make sure that you always have a clean plate and a clear table. read more

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Best meal of 2025!!! Boyfriend and I came for dinner at 9pm on a Thursday. We had watched the Bon Appetit YouTube video and requested to sit at the counter to see the open kitchen. CDC Arturo greeted us as we walked past him. It was so fascinating watching the kitchen work together so well. Food was amazing, ambiance was great and service was top notch. Parking is valet in the lot OR street parking. Parking was free on the street and we had to walk a block to get to the restaurant. Restrooms are near the entrance. read more

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Overall I had a great experience here. The food was amazing, the service was great and the ambience was dim and cozy. We got the focaccia, pappardelle, and bone marrow. The focaccia was light and airy with a delicate aroma. The pappardelle was aldente and well balanced. The bone marrow was delicious as well but it did feel a bit extensive to have to scoop out the marrow ourselves. It was moderately difficult considering it wasn't split, but I do understand it's for the presentation. Came here with a friend but a great spot for a date as well. Food: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Ambience: 9/10 read more

Antico Nuovo - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here for date night after finding this place out from The Infatuation where they have a Chase Sapphire Card reward where you can spend $150 tax/tip included and get a $75 statement credit for other restaurants. This is not a cuisine that I would normally go to, however, after eating the most well known Foccacia and whipped ricotta for appetizer, I was blown away. Everything was so well crafted. Despite the higher price point compared to other places, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to try a carefully curated menu. The chicken was very tender and juicy (the seasonings and herbs made to cook the chicken really shown and it was addicting), the Papardelle pasta was also so good; I originally didn't think there was anything special about the pasta but the more I ate it, the more I liked it. I would seriously recommend this place. Parking was $10 for valet or else you would have to try and find street parking around the restaurant, albeit it might be a bit hard. The service here also really made this experience go up a notch. They are very accommodating and friendly. I would even get my napkins folded again for me when I went to the bathroom. It really made me feel like I was fine dining and was appreciated as a customer. read more

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Don't judge a book by its cover!! Nestled in a random shopping center you'll find the most delicious Italian restaurant in LA!! Each dish was better than the last. The cozy, intimate settling made the food even more comforting. Great service. 100/100. This was a perfect night. We will be coming back for more! read more

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Long commute from the west side ( wish they had a sister restaurant closer). Good looking interior, family style tables, in addition to banquet seating. Menu has something for all. The focaccia bread is terrific as is the duck moose. We also enjoyed the Barrada with chive oil. The chicken is a home run! We tried a number of the pastas they were served hot and we're well presented. Do not, I repeat, do not miss the honeycomb ice cream. It is a must do... You will thank me later. read more

Visited Antico Nuovo and had a bit of a mixed experience. The standout of the night was the broccoli Caesar salad. Easily the best dish, and honestly worth coming back for on its own. I'd order it again for takeout without hesitation. The pasta, unfortunately, didn't land for me. It felt overpriced for what it was, and the flavor leaned a bit too gamey. The focaccia was also a little too oily for my taste, though that may come down to personal preference. The Ricotta spread was really good though. Overall, the food felt quite heavy despite the smaller portions. On the positive side, service was great. The staff was attentive and welcoming, the ambiance was cute, and valet was smooth and easy. read more

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My friend and I made reservations for a Thursday night, which I definitely recommend as the place can get quite busy. The service was phenomenal, and the interior was beautifully decorated. On top of that, the food was absolutely delicious. We ordered: Focaccia - Dense yet airy, and served warm at the table. Broccoli Chicory Caesar - Tasty with a satisfying crunch. Fileja and Pappardelle - Both pastas were perfectly cooked, each with its own uniquely layered flavor. Overall, my friend and I had an amazing experience. I highly recommend if you're looking for a slightly more upscale and very delicious Italian restaurant! read more

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My visit to Antico Nuovo surpassed every expectation I had and really raised the bar for a pastas and steak. The inside vibe is comfy, cute and homey. The kitchen is open in the back too so you can see all the chefs in action. I attended with a large group so we received a pre-fix menu which was a perfect sampling of all they have to offer. For course one we started off with probably the best Focaccia I've ever had. It was warm, light and fluffy on the inside and perfectly crisped on the outside. However, the crown jewel was the whipped ricotta spread. Truly one of the best things I've ever tasted - it's a definite must have! The Broccoli Cesar was also very tasty and would recommend if you're looking to balance out the meal with a green. Second course was just as good with two different pastas to try, the Tortelli and Papardelle. The Papardelle had beef cheek for its meat and by far one of the best pastas I've ever had. A must have for the next time I come back. The Tottelli was also very good but a bit strong on the lemon. For the main course, we tried the Tomahawk steak, Barramundi fish and Bone Marrow. All were very good and the Bone Marrow mashed potatoes were probably my favorite from this batch. The Tomahawk was cooked on the rare side for sure and it was a big hit across the group. Finally for dessert we had a sampling of their ice creams - honeycomb, pistachio, and coconut. I usually don't like coconut and was pleasantly surprised to find it was my favorite, but of course everything was great cause you really can't go wrong with dessert. Throughout the night the waiters were all very attentive to our needs and brought clean dishes between every course. Outside they also have a small valet lot or you can look for street parking in the neighborhood. read more

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As many have said before, the ice cream here is really good. The honeycomb ice cream and pistachio ice cream were excellent and the textures of these ice creams were what really stood out. The strawberry cannoli was decent but nowhere as good as the ice cream. The food here is good but nothing exceptional in my opinion. The pasta in the pappardelle dish had excellent texture but this dish overall could have used more flavor. The plin dell alta langa also had excellent pasta texture but the flavor was okay. I enjoyed the chicken skin in the pollo e crostone but otherwise this dish was just fine. Their focaccia was excellent as it was crispy on the outside and fluffy/light on the inside though you have to pay separately for something extra (like burrata or ricotta) to eat the focaccia with. Overall, above average but not excellent food. Ice cream is really good. Prices are pricey. The parking here can be difficult but you could do valet parking. Nearby street parking can be very difficult on busier days. read more

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I had anticipated coming here for quite some time. However, my husband and I both said it was more like a four out of five stars. We had planned to take our own wine, but being we were short on Italian wines and didn't want to take a French bottle, we opted to try the Italian wines they had there. Surprisingly, this place is more of an Italian-French fusion more than just Italian. They had a dish with escargot and French wines on their list which was interesting. The food is not quite what we expected. For the price that is offered for these dishes even for sharing, is a little pricey at $50-$70+ a plate to share and $40 I think for their pasta dishes. However, because we had so much anticipation to try many of these rare and authentically prepared dishes, we ordered one from each of the courses they had on their menu. The focaccia is amazing yes. We ordered the scallion oil and it was really bland, however with a glass of wine, it really opened up nicely. If you're not having wine with the scallion oil, I would not order that. Next, we had the carpaccio which had a relish on top that was not edible. I had to spit out what I tasted because I just couldn't chew it enough. The carpaccio was not seasoned nor did it have any oil on it which was surprising, so it was just raw meat served plainly. The pasta dish we ordered was the squab which was delicious. It had olives, and a unique taste that, with the green pasta and cracklings, was very unique and flavorful. It was a little on the greasy side rather than a beautiful sauced dish, but it was still very nice with a glass of wine. I was excited to see the fish with squash blossoms which I wanted to order but did not want to pay $50 for that. For the last main dish, we ordered the chicken. We wanted to wait to order that depending on how we felt, but the server said that we needed to order everything altogether, so even though it made sense, we were pretty much full by the time the chicken came out. It's just a roasted chicken chopped up in pieces and served with chopped parsley and garlic, slathered with butter over the focaccia bread. I was thinking it would be a flat focaccia with chunks of roasted chicken in a true salsa Verde (which is confusing to even offer something that said salsa in an Italian restaurant) and not to mention, I was looking for a tomatillo sauce, but instead it was your basic roasted Mediterranean chicken dish over focaccia. It was slathered in butter over a well rounded (not flat) focaccia Tuscan style bread and we just could not finish it. We opted to skip out on the desserts, which was a shame because they seem to have really good ice cream. I hate to think we didn't order the right dishes but I did ask the server and she said it was all good which for this place, made sense. All dishes I'm sure were good. Unfortunately I just wouldn't recommend this place at all. With all the hype, the food doesn't deliver. read more

Antico Nuovo - The roasted chicken with salsa verde? - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I made a reservation for two for dinner and it was easy to find availability on the same day. Parking lot is small but they do offer valet for $10, cash only. Inside is dimmed lights and at times I feel that it's too dark, but that's the vibe. Here's what we ordered: Focaccia, Add Duck Liver Pate Spaghettini Pappardelle Honeycomb Ice Cream Pistachio Crunch Ice Cream Previously I informed the waitress that we are here to celebrate a birthday and they included a candle in one of the ice creams that we ordered. I appreciate it! We finished everything except the ice cream and left feeling full. The portion is generous for an individual. I do recommend this restaurant for a date night. read more

Antico Nuovo - Spaghettini - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great food and atmosphere. Highly recommend. Try the chicken, you won't be sorry! I've been coming here for years and I will keep coming. If you've been, you will know what I'm talking about! YUM read more

I can't believe I waited so long to try this place. All the ingredients are fresh and made right in front of you. I was seated at the high table right in front of the chefs and can I say it was amazing watching them move and cook. The pasta was soooo delicious I still think about it. The bread was insanely soft and perfect. The salad was fresh and crunchy. The chicken was juicy and flavorful we had so many leftovers. The ambiance was so fun and lots of parties were having the time of their lives. read more

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Still a great meal. Still a good time. It was a full house for Saturday dinner service. The wood fire was also out. The team was having issues with the vent and the fire wasn't lit until we were midway through dinner service. Much of the secondi menu wasn't available until they could figure things out...and Chef Colby was trying to troubleshoot the issue. Got the focaccia service with ricotta/pistachio pesto and the butter/bottarga combos. Great. Caesar was nice with the broccolini greens. Pappardelle and plin pastas solid. It's different from what we had at Felix recently, and the Felix pastas edge out Antico. The veal chop and skirt steaks were good...the veal chop outshined the skirt steak. I didn't love the potato purée with bone marrow, but did enjoy the asparagus & fiddlehead ferns. Is there a distinct taste fiddleheads should have? It kinda tasted like a cross between a haricot vert and a snap pea. For dessert, since there was 4 of us...was an ice cream buffet. This has long been a dream of mine, but we usually come just us 2 so ordering more than 2 ice creams is overkill. We ordered chocolate, strawberry, tangerine, honeycomb, and pistachio crunch. I didn't want the coconut caramel and they talked me out of the focaccia. Each ice cream was a delight...pro tips: chocolate pairs well with strawberry or tangerine; strawberry also goes great with pistachio crunch for a high-end peanut butter & jelly. There was not a clunker in the group. Some mentioned the tangerine was a little sherbet-esque. We had a nice bottle to pair with dinner...I can't remember what it was outside it was a blend of cab franc, merlot, and something else from 2022. A fine evening with friends. read more

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Celebrating mom's birthday here. We did not drink alcohol beverages much so we focused on food mainly. My most favorite dish was crab pasta with squash blossoms. It was refreshing and tasty. Roasted chicken and black cod was okay. I had a mixed feeling on focaccia and duck liver. The focaccia was very good but duck liver was mediocre for me. We got three items for dessert. Cannoli, pistachio ice cream, and pomegranate ice cream. Pistachio ice cream was legit. One of the best ice cream I have had so far. Crunchy pistachio and salty caramel paired very well with sweet creamy ice cream. Service was top notch. Overall, service was excellent but food was not as good as the service. Dessert was superb and scrumptious. read more

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Food: 4.5 Service: 5 Location: 3 Parking :2 Food is the star here! That's always a good start. My only criticism is it can be very rich and continues to be rich. For example: burrata, whipped ricotta, Cesar salad with lots of Parmesan, then the pastas are rich as well. Sometimes you need an acid or textural change to break up the meal. This should be a Michelin 1 restaurant. Service is really good and unobtrusive. Desserts were rich as well. We had a pre-fixed menu with choices , 1 glass of wine and a couple of extras and 20% tip for $650. Not cheap but really good. The parking is ridiculous. The small parking lot charges $10 for "valet" but you just get into your car and leave. The location is dicey as well if you park off site. I will be back and try other things. The smoke on the food is really nice. read more

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We came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary and couldn't have picked a better place. The vibe was romantic but not quiet. Lots of big groups, lively conversation, and the whole room felt festive in the best way. The energy made the night feel special without being stuffy. Everything we ordered was delicious. The focaccia was out of this world. Warm, soft, and full of flavor. I could have eaten a whole basket by myself. The pappardelle with beef cheek and veal tongue ragu bolognese was a standout. Rich, well-balanced, and perfectly cooked. The meat was deeply flavorful without being gamey. We ended up with the Jimmy Nardello peppers by accident after the server misheard us. But no regrets there. We still enjoyed the dish and finished every bite. I also tried the Tsuji Zenbei "Champagne Yeast" Junmai. It was light and refreshing, with a crisp finish that paired well with everything. We had to try the honeycomb ice cream since everyone seems to talk about it. It was good, but by then we were completely full. I was glad we made a reservation ahead of time. The restaurant was bustling by the time we arrived, and it looked like its easily full house every night. This place is perfect for a special occasion. read more

This was my third time here. For the most part the food was very good (not superb), but the service left a really bad taste in my mouth. We ordered a bottle of white and a bottle of red, which we ordered with our food. The bread course came, then the salad course... and still no wine. I asked the person who dropped the salad if they could have someone check on our wine. Finally, over 20 minutes after ordering, the sommelier came with the wine. I said, "why did this take so long - we've already finished our first course." Her response? We're busy. Not even the slightest apology of "I'm sorry it took so long." And the wine she brought wasn't even what we ordered! Our server was pretty MIA throughout our meal as well. It's like we were putting them out or something... on our $900 meal. Sometimes the third time's a charm. This time, it broke any charm they had. We will not be returning. read more

My brother gave me a gift certificate to Antico Nuovo, which is honestly the most thoughtful way to say "please go eat something incredible." So I took a date, because if you're going to flex, flex with handmade pasta and Wagyu. This place is small and unpretentious, the kind of room where you instantly relax because nothing is trying too hard... except the food, which is absolutely out here giving Michelin energy without the attitude. The black cod was silky and perfectly cooked, one of those dishes where you end up negotiating bites with your date. The Wagyu skirt steak tagliata came draped in pesto genovese and was so tender it practically apologized for disappearing too quickly. And the bone marrow with potato purée? Pure decadence. The kind of dish that makes you rethink your relationship with butter. For balance (or the illusion of it), we ordered the broccoli-chicory Caesar because we needed at least one healthy thing. Jokes aside, it was crunchy, flavorful, and way more exciting than any salad has the right to be. Dessert was honeycomb ice cream that made me briefly consider asking if they sell it by the gallon. The Arduini Amarone 2021 paired beautifully with everything, and the digestifs, the Ercole Amaro and the Alessandria BChin, were a perfect finish. Yes, it's expensive. Yes, it's worth it. Service was warm and attentive, and the whole night felt special in that "how is this basically in my neighborhood??" kind of way. I'll definitely be back, gift certificate or not. read more

Antico Nuovo - Black cod, bone marrow potato puree, Talgiata di manzo - waygu skirt steak, pesto genovese - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had a late reservation at 9 for a friend's birthday and I hadn't heard much about this place before coming. It definitely looks unassuming from the outside, but once you step inside it has that moody lighting and cool trendy decoration around the restaurant as well. The staff were really attentive and answered all the questions we had about the menu and wine and also gave their recommendations as well. The food was all delicious, but the standouts were definitely the corn triangoli, the special crudo for the night, and the chicken! Definitely bookmarking this place for the next occasion. read more

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By far one of my favorite meals I've had in the city in a long time. I've known about Antico Nuovo for a long time, having gotten pints of ice cream from them during covid. However, I never had a chance to sit down in the restaurant before I moved away-- visiting again earlier this month finally presented the opportunity to do so! I made a reservation for 6 at 6:15 pm, and the restaurant was already mostly full by the time we arrived. There's plenty of street parking nearby if you don't want to do valet. Antico does have a corkage fee, so I opted to bring my own bottle. However, looking over the wine list it was pretty extensive and reasonably priced. For appetizers, we ordered the following (ranked from most to least favorite): - Focaccia: So delicious, we started with two orders and ended up adding a third to go along with our entrees. Also it has to come first by default because who doesn't order a focaccia?! - Duck liver pate: 10/10, this was the favorite of the two dips for the table. Even my friend who said they didn't like pate conceded that this was a good one. - Broccoli chicory caesar: A fun rendition of a caesar that felt a lot more hearty with the base of broccoli. Would get again! - Whipped ricotta: Solid dip to pair with the focaccia, but honestly I didn't love it as much as I expected (although I did have high expectations). - Crudo: Very solid, nothing to write home about but also who doesn't love a crudo?! Then for the mains, we split a mix of pastas and secondis. The pastas we tried were the uni spaghetti, pappardelle, and plin dell' alta langa. I would probably skip the uni spaghetti next time, but the other two were delicious! For secondis, we got the chicken and the pork ribs, both of which we're cooked to perfection! We also opted for the sides of asparagus - fiddlehead ferns as well as the bone marrow-- both solid accompaniments but not super memorable. Lastly, dessert. We got the strawberry and pistachio ice cream. I remember the strawberry one from when I got it to-go all those years ago, and honestly... It wasn't as good. It felt more icy and less creamy than I remember. The pistachio was excellent though. The service was on point throughout the evening and by the time we left, the dining was in full swing! Only slightly weird thing about the space is that there's no windows, so it can be disconcerting to enter when it's sunny outside and emerge to darkness. read more

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I have to start with the fire roasted squab pasta. It's a truly unique tasting experience- chewy green pasta in the shape of leaves, with rich , tender squab, olives, and crunchy bits - one of the best , most flavorful pasta dishes in recent memory. We also enjoyed a classic veal ragu. Of course the focaccia is amazing (but you'll take some home) and we paired it with mozza. Everyone raves about the ice cream and for good reason-- it's incredible. We were celebrating an anniversary and they placed in the corner (than you!). It's a great spot to view the crowd and kitchen. The wines are all carefully selected and they an excellent by the glass options. Reservations are a must and you'll want to valet. What a wonderful eating experience! read more

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