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    4.6 (23 reviews)

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Pesto flatbread
    Matthew B.

    1) not a place for a romantic date night 2) Daniella was an excellent server 3) the 49 for two included salad, a flatbread, 2 nice sized pasta dishes and desert 4) it's "okay" - Topanga cafe on Ventura better or spend the money at HOM

    Mariela O.

    I haven't really been part of Dine LA when it's comes around but I've always thought the idea of it is pretty neat. I came with my friend and when she mentioned where this was, I was happy to know it was in topanga social. The service was so phenomenal, our server was friendly and very attentive. We ordered from their Dine LA prefixed menu and each item that came out was incredibly jaw dropping. The items in the menu are also available as a full meal for when dinning on Non Dine LA season. But for $25 pp is such sweet deal for amazing quality of food. Chopped salad 10/10 Garlic bread 8/10 Rigatoni bolognese Rosa 10/10 Pesto chicken Flatbread 8/10 Crème bruleee cheesecake 10/10 All delicious and I will definitely be coming back for more

    Chopped salad
    Patrick O.

    It is so good here, it's a crime that it is not busier most of the time. Café Social is located within Topanga Social, which is the newest section of the food court. Remember when going to the mall used to be a full day experience full of all sorts of entertainment? It's back at Topanga. While everybody else is clamoring to get a table at the very noisy north Italia, and no shade to them because they're great too, come over here for essentially the same experience without all of the noise. You can even catch a live performer at various times right there in the food court. The menu is simple, yet perfectly done And nothing we have ever tried ever disappointed. I highly recommend.

    Cheesecake creme brûlée

    Café Social is located inside the Topanga Mall, among an assortment of eateries. It is a self standing restaurant type place with a bright yellow seating area. Highly recommend. The food was flavorful and plenty. Our party of 4 took advantage of the weekly special. $25 for dinner which included: a chopped salad which my husband and I ate, garlic bread that we al shared ( resembled garlic naan bread, so good), regatoni with bolagnese sauce (amazing) this was everyone's favorite dish, chicken pesto flatbread which we all enjoyed and loved, and finally a slice of creme brullee cheesecake with fruit and whipped cream. I mean where are you going to get all this food for $25. Each plate had its own distinct flavors. We also ordered an additional dish of pasta to share, the chicken Alfredo which was oh so good. I was skeptical and thought we might have to order another pasta dish, but by the end of the meal we were literally stuffed. Our server was so sweet and great at suggesting what we should order. She was very attentive. She also mentioned that they have a dinner for two offer for $50. We are definitely coming back to try some of the other dishes. Highly recommend this place. I know Norte Italia is upstairs and is a formal Sit down restaurant, but for 1/4 of the price, I am sure the meal here was just as on point if not better. Don't be mislead by the location and set up of this place.

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    Eduardo R.

    Haven't been here in a few months but the taste of their food is amazing. I love this place.

    Chopped salad
    Jennyfer P.

    We stopped by for DineLA, great way to try their food for such a cheap price! Service was awesome and it was such a cute spot!

    Omg, the food here is heavenly. The service is fantastic! Our server was so pleasant and polite and helpful! (I didn't catch her name) I recommend going to this place 100% if you're looking for some decent food, on-point service and great ambience. Even though it's in the social area of Topanga, you still feel split off from the rest and secluded. I love what they've done and the idea behind it. The food is amazing. The best I've ever tasted honestly. Everyone should try the menu for 2 for $50. It's a deal and the quality is superb! Will be coming back!

    flatbread

    The food here was amazing!! The pesto pasta and pesto flatbread were my favorite. We got the four course meal for two. It was $25 each for salad, pizza, pasta, and dessert. They were playing such good music, it was such a vibe. The service was good and the people were all very sweet. The only issue I had was not having a drink. We didn't get any refills and the water was warm. I guess all of the restaurants in the Topanga Social are owned by one person so they all have the same kitchen. When they needed something like ranch, they would have to run to another restaurant and get it which i thought was interesting. Other than that we will definitely be returning the price was good, food was amazing, AND we had leftovers!

    Creme brulee cheesecake

    We visit Dine LA restaurants every half year, and the deal at Cafe Social was definitely one of the best tasting and certainly the best value of any. $25 got each person in our party a delicious chopped salad, garlic bread (and regular French bread as well), flatbread pizza, bolognese pasta, and the amazing creme brulee cheesecake. Service was very polite and attentive. My parents are pretty tough on restaurants and thought this one was terrific. The chopped salad was definitely a highlight for them. The restaurant is located inside of the new social food court and the signage is not so great, so it can be a bit hard to find, and at first glance it seems to just be just a seating area for the food court. I think this is depressing patronage, which is unfortunate because the food is great and certainly better than anything else around it. I hope that the business is able to grow. Looking forward to returning! Highly recommend!

    Crème brûlée cheesecake - yummy!

    My hubby and I went during Dine LA and the food was amazing. Every dish was delicious and our server, Julissa, was fantastic. It's located inside Topanga Social but cordoned off from the open food court area so it feels more cozy and private, and provides a more elevated experience. It felt like the right balance for a casual date night.

    The food was amazing! The service/crew they were all great and Friendly. Demi was our server and recommended the food we ordered and again food was delish! And Joe you are the best! The place is also great for dates, I went with my Husband. We ordered Truffle pizza, Rigatoni bolognese and Chicken Alfredo(I did not get to take a photo). We both enjoyed our time there. We definitely recommend this place.

    Really nice meals. Some meals are definitely better than others. Overall great experience! Definitely recommend the mushroom truffle flatbread and pappardelle mushroom cream pasta.

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    Looks fireeee keep up the hard work w people workin this place so yummy and amazing and so happy

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    Great food great prices always great staff. Best Italian food in the valley. Overall a great cafe.

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