Our server, Noemie, is a delight. Food is great even if stopping in for an Aperol Spritz or warm salad. Great seats overlooking the chefs were an interesting addition. read more

The food was delicious. My fiancé ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese and I ordered the Al Prosciutto e Burrata pizza. Service was great as well. Very quick to seat us and let us know the specials. Kind as well. Love the cozy, west side vibe. Perfect for a couple's "SaturDate!" read more

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My daughter and I had lunch here today. What a gem. The setting is very cute and cozy, reminiscent of a small, European restaurant. Service was very good. We shared a couple of dishes: Spaghetti Di Mare (5/5) - One of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. Perfectly cooked pasta, very flavorful seafood. Most versions of this dish I've had have been in a red sauce. This was in a delicious white wine based sauce. The portion size is pretty small, which would be the only negative. Al Prosciutto e Burrata (4/5) - Delicious ingredients, great prosciutto. I didn't know exactly what to expect but it's basically a "cold" prosciutto, burrata and arugula salad on top of a baked pizza w/ tomato sauce on it. We will definitely be back. Always awesome to find one of my favorite restaurants in LA. read more

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Such a cute and delicious spot!! Literally everything was fantastic. - squash blossoms: ricotta filling made it next level - pappardelle de bolognese: noods were thick, wide, and so chewy; sauce was the best bolognese we've ever had - prosciutto burrata pizza: chewy crust, crispy bottom, creamy burrata, freshest arugula - flat iron steak with potatoes: cooked & seasoned perfectly read more

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Delicious paparadelle bolognese and cozy vibes! They offer half portions as well, which is perfect for lighter meals or sampling different types of pasta. Dinner was a bit on the pricier side but that's typical for Venice. Parking is limited to the surrounding streets. read more

There were five guys working there with only two tables waiting for orders. I have never waited so long for a burnt pizza. It was an overall disappointing experience. Since yelp doesn't allow for people to respond once the business replies, I'm just going to say--- there is nothing anyone can say to justify serving burnt pizza where the bottom and side crusts are actually black, and thinking it's acceptable. We weren't offered a replacement and I'm not driving back down to an area with poor parking options. read more

Absolutely solid Italian experience. Quick and efficient. Very small and quaint. Standouts were memorable and others were adequate. No bad bite and look forward to coming back and seeing what else they have to offer. Would recommend the eggplant and the truffle pizza. Sublime. Would skip the steak. read more

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Now at the new location after the Palisades fire. Same cozy, authentic ambiance, same great food, same gracious service. We will return. read more

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Stopped by their new Rose location on opening day and am genuinely excited to now have this spot in the neighborhood. Both the indoor and outdoor seating spaces are super nice. I was dining solo and ended up sitting at the counter in front of the open air kitchen. I loved watching the kitchen staff do their thing and you can tell they are very passionate about what they do. The food was excellent. I appreciated being able to order half sized pasta dishes, which allowed me to try both the clams and spaghetti along with their rapini and sausage dish. Perfectly al dente pasta with super flavorful sauces. They aren't reinventing the wheel here -- they're nailing the classics. I also highly recommend getting a croissant during their brunch hours. One of the best I've ever had. The chef and his wife are so friendly. I had stopped in a few days prior when they were setting up and they remembered my name and seem genuinely excited to be a part of the neighborhood. It's what great community restaurants are all about. Love this place and can't wait to try more of their menu. read more

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Had the loveliest time here last Saturday. Ate on the charming front patio...had the best food, server and wine! The squash blossoms appetizer was heavenly! Such a great spot. So happy to know this previous Palisades gem has found a new home in Venice. read more

Recently visited this place for the second time in their Venice location, and really enjoyed it. The food and service are wonderful, and the overall vibe is lovely. Such a charming and delicious addition to that neighborhood. read more

I don't leave a lot of reviews here, but I felt compelled to come back to Yelp after dining here a couple nights ago. This was as close to the perfect dining experience I think you can get. Great, friendly service. Busy, but we could still hear each other and were well taken care of. And the food was all amazing...and I am usually pretty critical of that, especially Italian. Add in the fact that we didn't feel like drinking anything that night and didn't get the usual LA waiter attitude/poor service when we just stuck with water. I'm sorry I didn't discover this place sooner! read more

Cute spot. Food was good, not memorable. I had a pasta special and my partner had short ribs on risotto. You could tell it was made fresh in house. Bill came out to $140 for 2 entrees and 1 glass of wine (including tip). I would have rated this place higher if it wasn't so expensive. It's cute and the food is good enough, but it just wasn't worth that price, especially given the other good italian places in the area. I'm not sure we'll be back. read more

This was such a wonderful surprise. The service was great. We sat outside and that was a good choice. We had the Branzino to start and I don't know how to describe it...but pure happiness. It's a must! My wife had the Brasato di Manzo, this short rib melts in your mouth. I had the Spaghetti Vongole. This pasta dish with clams was very very tasty. And the insalata delle Cinqueterre may have been one of my fabirite salads ever with figs, grapes, olives and pecorino cheese. This was not a dinner, it was an experience. read more

Incredible food, great location, friendly people, great people watching! Super good lattes read more

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Cinque Terre on Rose delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. Our server, Noemi, with help from Alessandro, provided warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service throughout the evening. They made us feel genuinely welcome and guided us through the menu with great recommendations. We started with the crudi, which were incredibly fresh and full of flavor. The habanero sorbet was a refreshing surprise and paired beautifully with the fish. At Alessandro's recommendation we also tried the squash blossoms, which were a perfect intermezzo before the pasta course. For pasta we ordered the bolognese, trofie with pesto, pasta with mushrooms, and the sausage with rabe. Every dish was excellent, but the bolognese and the mushroom pasta were definite standouts. The kitchen was also kind enough to split the pastas for us, which allowed everyone at the table to try several dishes. We then shared the margherita pizza and the spicy salami with mushrooms, both excellent. For our main courses we had the branzino for two and a NY strip--both cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. Overall it was a fantastic meal, made even better by the hospitality and professionalism of Noemi and Alessandro. We'll absolutely be back. read more

It was one of the most expensive restaurants on the westside -- and undeservedly! The menu has limited choices. Nothing comes with the entrees. Everything is à la carte. They make no accommodations for special diets -- unless badgered to do so. The restaurant is cold. (Do they use heat?) My fish was dry. They refused to cook it as requested. They add a service charge for parties of six or more. That was never mentioned when the reservation was made. The person answering the phone gives completely different information about the menu and accommodations than we were told the night we dined. Our server spent more time arguing about the menu and pricing than he did checking in on our table. The evening proved to be one of the worst dining experiences I've had all year! PASS! read more

Absolutely phenomenal. Cinque terra has authentic Italian dishes that do not disappoint. From the super fresh burrata to the amazing pappardele bolognese and tagliatelle rapini; I enjoyed every single dish that touched the table. Service was quick and enjoyable. The pollo al limone was the star of the show, rich citrusy sauce and perfectly cooked jidori chicken and potatoes. I will definitely be back to try more! read more

Had a wonderful dinner here with a friend on their cute little patio! Food was delicious and loved that the waiters were actually Italian! Only thing I think would be helpful is to put purse hooks underneath the outside tables. Looking forward to going back! read more

We came here with a group of friends on a Saturday night- they don't take reservations but we didn't have to wait long- and had such a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with a beautiful patio that's perfect for lingering over a drink and meal. The restaurant is small and cozy. Service was outstanding--genuinely friendly, attentive, and with that authentic Italian hospitality that makes you feel like part of the family. The food was delicious and full of flavor, clearly made with fresh ingredients and care. The pizza had a perfectly crispy crust and balanced, flavorful toppings. Prices felt fair for the quality, though some portions were on the smaller side--something to keep in mind if you plan to order dishes to share. Overall, this is a true Italian gem on the west side of Los Angeles. We left full, happy, and already talking about what we'll try on our next visit. Can't wait to come back! read more

They have just reopened on Rose Avenue (523 Rose Ave) in the former Bluestone Lane location. We stopped in at the end of an evening walk. And it turned out we caught their first night on Rose. The menu seemed fairly standard and conventional, but each dish was a wonderful surprise. There were no gimmicks, no overworked reimaginations of classics, just clean, simple, elegant, carefully prepared dishes that were delicious. read more

Delicious food, really friendly service and THE best red wine I've had in years (the super Tuscan). We felt welcome and had a really lovely meal. Will be back 100%. read more

Great spot! Food is delicious, ambiance is great. You can tell the owner is a true Italian and has a great vibe. Service can be a bit slow but consider it a" Euro" feel. Highly recommend! read more

Super skimpy on portions and very high end pricing. My friend and I split the fish of the day which is $81 and meant for 2 people to share. It comes with broccolini and mini potatoes and I'm not kidding there were literally 4 or 5 mini potatoes to share, and everything was quite bland. We also had a salad that was so sad for $17 or $18- it had razor thin slices of peach, the tiniest dollup of goat cheese and barely a sprinkling of dill. My impression was that they were trying to save on ingredients while delivering the bare minimum amount of food for the maximum price, which lead to very bland and underwhelming but expensive food. The wait staff also made us feel very rushed. After we finished eating the waiter came and set the bill right in front of us without us requesting it making it very apparent he wanted us to leave. read more

Lovely Italian place that has relocated to Venice! The atmosphere is nice and bright, with a lovely outdoor seating area. Every pasta is cooked perfectly Al Dente, and seafood is tasty! They have really interesting specials that are worth a try! I got the mussels special pictured in this post! Highly recommend! read more

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Visiting from San Diego again... Love the new location in Venice! As always food was delicious! I had the Ricciola. The always friendly Marlo (owner) suggested a bottle of Vermentino to pair with the meal and of course, she was right! The food wasn't only delicious, the atmosphere was relaxed and I enjoyed dining on the outdoor patio! Even got to dine across from an A-list actor. Local is the way to go! Yum! Will be back again when I'm back in town! read more

Cinque Terre West offers amazing cuisine, a charming atmosphere, wonderful people, and a great location all in one. It's cool that it is such an open and airy restaurant. You can choose to eat inside, outside, or even at the counter watching the chefs do their magic. Everything was delicious. We particularly loved the raw branzino appetizer (it just melted in our mouths) and the prosciutto and burrata pizza. We recommend asking for the specials of the day and the recommendations of the servers. We've already gone back once and will certainly return many times. Dining at Cinque Terre West makes us want to visit the original Cinque Terre region in Italy, where Chef Gianba's family has been living since the 1400s. Thank you so much to the Cinque Terre team! read more

We love everything about the Cafe. The location is very inviting w inside and outside seating. The staff including the owner are friendly and welcoming. The pastries are home made by the owner on site and what we get every time we visit here. The chocolate croissants are the best we have ever experienced. We highly recommend making a visit here! You won't be sorry! read more

I want to like this place more. Seems a good addition to the area especially given they decamped from the Palisades following the recent fires. The pasta and pizza are solid for sure. Perfectly cooked, great fresh ingredients. Those are good enough for a repeat visit. Honest, delicious, food. I was pretty miffed, however, by the super stingy wine pours. They're just too small. I get it, prices on the west side of LA have to be high to get over the steep rents that landlords charge, and for sure the clientele here can afford it. But just because you can afford doesn't mean you like being ripped off. If nothing else, make the pour a bit bigger so I don't have to keep flagging the (inattentive) staff for another glass. The chairs are also super uncomfortable. I know this place is not a swanky establishment like, say, Marea, but I did detract from the experience. read more

We know all about Cinque Terre West because we frequented the restaurant when it was located in the Palisades. The new location, on Rose is perfect for a relaunch. They have been open a week, and Gianba, the chef (who is AMAZING both with food AND personality) seems soooo happy. We had brunch today. My wife had the Florentine and it was the best she has ever had. I had the Classic Breakfast and it was excellent; thick bacon and perfect eggs. Yum. We love Gianba and his wife, Marlo, and feel loved when we walk through the door. What more can a person ask for in today's climate? If YELP had 10 stars, I would have marked it as such. Mangiare! read more

I wish I could give this place more stars.. and Im leaving this review in hopes that the owners improve on some of the things that not only myself but others seem to have noticed, so I can update this review to a 4 or 5. While the food is excellent (pasta and pizza) they seem to have spent almost no money on decor as the place only feels a retouch of the previous brunch place. I was disappointed with the fried veal chop though as it lacked flavor and seasoning (even though the meat itself seemed high quality) I was disappointed with service. Although a nice guy, the server did not progress our course timely and forgot our wine order. Worst of all, the wine pour was pathetic!!! It was such a small pour that we had to ask if there was a mistake. We never really complain about this stuff given the rent in the area, etc, but it was such a shame. The server said he heard the complaints about the pour from ALL of his tables. Overall: I'd go back for their food maybe for lunch or for casual dining on a weekday, but do not recommend it if you're looking for a romantic / upscale date night. read more

I really wanted to love this place -- the décor and ambiance are beautiful, and the service was friendly and attentive. That said, the food didn't meet my expectations. I ordered the full-size pappardelle bolognese, and the portion felt surprisingly small for the price. The flavor was just okay in my personal opinion, and overall the dish left me underwhelmed. I had high hopes given the vibe of the restaurant, but based on this experience, I'm not sure I would return. I do think there's potential here, especially if the food quality and portion sizes are improved. read more

Very good food, great service and a fantastic happy hour. Wonderful place to stop in coming or going from the beach for a relaxed bit on the patio. read more

The Dover Sole special was $89. My only reason for writing this review is to tell you that the Dover Sole special (SOLE! Not lobster, caviar, white truffles or saffron) is $89. It's a special and they don't tell you, so I'm telling you. I didn't ask, that's on me. It tastes...like every other piece of sole you've ever eaten. It comes with around five small potatoes. If that seems worth it to you, enjoy! The pasta, pizza and wine were fantastic. Great vibes. Decent service. Just don't say you haven't been warned about the $89 Dover Sole special. Wish someone had warned me. read more

The decor was lovely and charming, but unfortunately, if you're looking for the easy vibe of an Italian beach town, this is not it. The service is very rushed, to the point of rude. The food was tightly paced so one never gets a chance to relax and breathe. The check was presented while my dessert and coffee were only half-finished, and when I said so, the server said they needed the table, there will be a crowd. Yes we had been there 1.5 hours, but I'd never ever had this said to me in any restaurant, and we were almost finished. Oh, the food? Fine, but overpriced. If you have nowhere else to go, it's ok, but if you have other choices, this probably should not be at the top. read more

If you want relaxed vibes and yummy Italian food, go to Cinque Terre! Enjoyed a nice brunch/lunch here, as well as excellent coffee. Their portions are perfect; not the gargantuan volumes that other restaurants feel pressured to provide. Our server was very kind and the patio is dog-friendly :) read more

amazing italian food everything tasted homemade the owner and chef walked out to greet us. it was a really great experience.

The best Italian food I have ever had! If you do not try this place, you are truly missing out! From their delicious breakfast cornetti's and salads, to their seafood, pizzas, pastas, and risottos - mouthwatering! read more

We arrived at 1:28pm today for lunch and they turned us away because they ran out of food or ingredients. They close at 2pm so we had to ask them whether take out was available. Finally the lady said that as long as we order either pizza or from their brunch menu, then they can accommodate us. We were even able to sit down for lunch at a table too! We ordered: 1) porchetta pizza 2) salame pizza 3) arrabiata pasta Everything was delicious and made just right. We took home half of the porchetta pizza, but devoured everything else. Felt like we were back in Italy! Too bad we couldn't try their lemon chicken though... Their house made breadsticks were not that good though, was too tough. read more

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This restaurant is an absolute gem. Lovely location in the Palisades village! We had the Cinque Terre salad, which is full of figs, pecorino, and grapes -- really nice combination. Also I hadn't had figs in a while so couldn't miss this one. They also had a daily specials menu (which I wish was also in writing! Had to ask our waiter a few times), which we got the Seafood Spaghetti! It was full on with clams, shrimp, mussels, squid, and more. I love it when places are generous with their protein! They make their pasta in-house and the texture was al dente perfect. Tasted wonderful. Everything was flavored perfectly. And not too oily or heavy. Their outdoor tables looked nice, but reservations are recommended for those! On a Friday evening, outdoor dining was full. But we still had a nice table inside. Owner, staff, and chef is Italian, with the chef coming from Cinque Terre. Service was nice and kind, and it was just a lovely experience overall! read more

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