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    Eatalian

    4.2 (3.4k reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Porcini mushroom and truffle lasagna
    Margaret P.

    I'd like to say 3.5 stars, but rounding up to four. I remember eating here when I was living out in LBC way back in the day. It's been sometime -- my husband and I calculated and it's been almost 12 years to be exact which is crazy! I remember being amazed by this restaurant when I came here a long time ago. Great prices, loved the industrial feel, and the food was amazing. When we had to visit the area, I knew I had to make a pitstop here. This place has definitely changed. There used to be a cheese wheel setup in the back that was pretty much welcoming you when you arrived. It's all been blocked off now in the window. We ordered the tagliatelle ragu and porcini mushroom and truffle lasagna along with the rock pizza (name could be wrong). The tagliatelle ragu fell flat. It was so dry and the portion was pretty small. The rock pizza was good but it wasn't anything to write home about. I will say the porcini mushroom and truffle lasagna was absolutely amazing! The place did look a little run down. Perhaps they're focusing more on their catering versus dine-in experience.

    Marlon Brando Pizza
    Nicole W.

    Warehouse vibes in an industrial neighborhood. The surrounding area isn't the best, city has been cleaning some of it up. I hope that continues. Place is not the fanciest, but the food transports you to Italy. Prices are affordable and reflect the discount for the location? Our go to order is the Fritto Misto and the Marlon Brando pizza. We alternate in the pastas, Emilia salad and the home made desserts. 12/10 Fritto Misto- Calamari & fried shrimp (huge portion) 8/10 Emilia salad -grilled vegggies 10/10 Rock pizza 12/10 Marlon Brando pizza (half rock, half ham calzone) 10/10 Mimmo pizza 10/10 calzone Farcito 0/10 calzone Roger (porcini mushrooms are super slimy, only thing we have ever sent back) 9/10 lasagna Al ragu 9/10 tagliatelle with meat sauce 9/10 tagliatelle with mushrooms 10/10 spaghetti carbonara 8/10 penne speck & Trevigiano (I like it, it has a unique bitterness and savory flavor, but not everyone does) 5/10 Pollo Rosamarino salad (very plain) 12/10 House cake 8/10 cannellino 10/10 Tiramisu 6/10 gelato( looks good and is popular, but their baked goods are superior)

    Mary A.

    Came here on a Saturday afternoon for a celebration and had a pleasant experience. The menu offered a wide variety of options, making it easy for everyone in our group to find something they liked. The service was excellent! Friendly, attentive, and consistently checking in throughout our meal. For my entrée, I ordered the Pesto Gnocchi. I really enjoyed the pesto sauce and thought they used just the right amount, giving the dish plenty of flavor. The portion size felt a little small for the price, and the gnocchi was firmer than I personally prefer. I tend to like gnocchi with a softer, more pillowy texture, so it wasn't quite what I was expecting. Overall, it was a nice experience with great service and plenty of menu options. While I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to visit again, it's certainly not a bad place and is worth trying if you're in the area.

    Penne Arrabbiata
    Rick V.

    Entering Eatalian you notice it's bright interior with high ceilings. The abundance of space gives off an industrial warehouse, yet refreshing, ambiance. We ordered a garden salad, penne arrabbiata, and a 4 formaggi pizza. All very good. Knocked off a star because the penne was about 30 seconds short of al dente perfection. Despite the penne, Eatalian is a solid joint! Wanted to take a piece of Eatalian with us so we ordered a Rock pizza to go!

    Trung N.

    The food at Eatalian is okay good, but the space hasn't aged as gracefully as one might hope. Ten years ago, the space was minimalistically modern! And unlike anything else! Now it feels a little lacking and dated. The menu is quite expansive - a little something for everyone which is perfect for a big group. Plus the prices are very reasonable. My friend and I shared the following: -banana peppers ($10.95): stuffed with bread crumbs, sausage and parmesan on a bed of arrabbiata sauce -gitana pizza($16.50): tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh mushrooms, parmigiano reggiano, speck + cherry tomatoes tomatoes -penne speck e trevigiano ($17.50): penne in a treviso cream sauce Ngl, the banana pepper situation was a little weird. The banana pepper was abnormally very large and everything it was stuffed with - sausage + breadcrumbs - tasted very bland. The arrabbiata sauce couldn't make up for the lack of flavor. Interesting try, though not for me. Honestly, the real MVP to both the pizza and pasta was the speck. It's salty, and crispy, and was the standout in both dishes. The pizza didn't do much for me - the crust was flimsy and was giving cracker. I liked the toppings, but again, the crust was not crusting. I thought the pasta fared much better, however, the treviso sauce was sparse. There was just enough to coat the noodles, but nothing beyond that. Fine for the first helping, but not so much for the second. Eatalian is the perfect place to eat with coworkers you don't know too well and want to just skeedaddle after the meal.

    Linguine con pesto
    Carina B.

    I've been to Eatalian in Gardena a couple of times now, and I figured it was finally time to give them a full review. This spot is tucked away in more of a warehouse area, not surrounded by a lot of other restaurants, so I think it's kind of a hidden gem for people who work nearby. It does get packed during peak hours, but when I went, I didn't have to wait, which was great. They start you off with some bread and a little olive oil and vinaigrette for dipping, and I have to say that was my favorite part! For my main, I had the tagliatelle with the porcini mushroom sauce. It was decent, nice texture on the noodles, definitely not bland, but I kind of wished it was a bit creamier. That's just my personal taste, though. My cousin got the linguine con pesto with chicken and absolutely loved it, she's already planning to come back for it. Another highlight was the lasagna with black truffle and porcini mushrooms, which my cousin really enjoyed. I'm a big truffle fan, so I'm definitely going to try that next time to see if that truffle flavor really shines through. My mom had the penne con gamberi with shrimp, and she really liked it as well. And we all shared an appetizer of Fritto Misto which is calamari and shrimp, served with marinara. Even though I usually like a more vinegary or creamy dip, the marinara was actually perfect and really tasty. I also had a cappuccino that came with cute latte art, and they even gave my cousin a complimentary cannoli for her birthday, which was such a sweet touch. Overall, it's a really charming and authentic spot, and I'm excited to come back and try more of their menu items.

    Cookies and espresso
    Stephanie S.

    I came here for a meeting with my boss and it's my new favorite Italian spot. The service is spectacular, everyone made us feel like family. And the food....this was the best spaghetti carbonara I've ever had...if you like bacon and you're looking to carb load I highly recommend. They also gave us complimentary cookies to go with our espresso since it was my first time trying. :') Definitely want to bring my boyfriend here! The inside has an industrial, open and inviting feel inside. Great spot to bring your family and friends! Definitely try this place out you will not be disappointed.

    kitchen is in the center of this restaurant
    Joshua P.

    This place is very well hidden. It's really only by word of mouth that you know about this place. I have been living in the south bay for over 5 years and never once did i hear about this place until an out-of-town friend told me about it. The service was great. We came into this place at the right time as we didn't have to wait for a table. I ordered the Tagliatelle pasta and my fiancé ordered the Mimmo pizza. Both were great, but there isnt much, if any, sauce on the Tagliatelle. I had it with meat ragu and I think it'll be better woth the porcini mushroom sauce. food together 8/10

    Prosciutto and Burrata
    Dustin B.

    Always a great experience here. We had the chicken pizza and the burrata with prosciutto. The chicken was seasoned chicken breast and went well with the crust, minimal sauce and cheeses. The prosciutto was soft sliced that melt in your mouth - and plenty of it! I needed special beverage - a cross between an iced americano and an iced espresso and the waiter accommodated. The glass could have been bigger but it tasted great and was the strength I asked for.

    Open Kitchen
    Sharan G.

    I went there with coworkers for lunch. We arrived around 11:10 am just after the restaurant opened. There were only one or two people seated inside at the time. The building is spacious with high ceilings and a nicely designed setup. They have an open kitchen concept which allows you to see the chefs preparing your food. Upon check-in we were seated immediately, and our server brought the menus and asked for our drink selections. I will be honest , the menu is extensive offering a wide variety of Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, sandwiches, calzones, salads, rice, and risotto options. Since it was my first visit and I wasn't familiar with the potion sizes, it took me some time to decide I ordered the Tagliata de Pollo Con Verdure, which comes with either spaghetti pomodoro or a choice of two sides. I chose grilled and steamed vegetables. The chicken was cooked perfection and full of flavor and the grilled and steamed vegetables were a great addition that complemented the dish well. The calzone was also impressively large. The servers were very attentive, checking in to make sure the food was good and that we had everything we needed. Everyone enjoyed their entrées, and by the time we finished our meal, the entire seating area was full I would come back again to try different menu options.

    Outside
    Alfonso D.

    The pizza I had was so delicious !!! The service was wonderful the manager or owner was very helpful and nice. Don't under estimate this place trust me you will leave with a full belly and happy . I will defiantly come back and try the pasta . I also had some some delicious pastry's that strawberry tart OMG bomb !!!!

    Crudo E Burrata
    Smaly K.

    My cousin enjoys this place, so she suggested we have dinner here when I was visiting a year ago. We shared a pizza, the Crudo E Burrata, and I ordered the Penne con Gamberi. Everything was yummy. Everyone enjoyed the pizza and Crudo E Burrata. My Penne con Gamberi was delicious. My cousin tried it, and really liked it. She had her husband pick her up an order for her not long after; she even talks about it to this day about how good that pasta is.

    Paul I.

    This place was great. It was a cool restaurant setting within an industrial type area. It was nice and spacious on the inside. Our servers were very friendly. I tried one of the signature meat pizzas, and it was fantastic. However, my spaghetti pasta dish felt like a lunch portion as opposed to the dinner portion that I thought it would be. It tasted grades but thankfully, I had a pizza on the table as well as some bread.

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    Absolutely delicious food. Amazing staff and fresh ingredients. I like how they were open early. For the tagliatelle and pizza

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    Is Eatalian opened for Christmas?

    This year, Christmas eve they are open, Christmas day they are closed.

    On the website there are no alcoholic drinks listed (beer, wine, etc). Do they no longer sell them or is it a rotating menu so they do not update it on the website?

    Yes they do sell alcohol only beer and wine

    There is no more Putanese pizza???? Didn't see it on menu...anchovies, capers and black olives... can it be made special!!! Grazie mille.

    Do your take reservations?

    No. First come first serve

    Does the restaurant have a corkage fee?

    Do they have vegan options?

    Don't think so. Most dishes include some form of meat or dairy.

    I saw this asked, but wanted to followup specifically what are the best gluten free dishes offered here/the diff options? What type of gluten free pasta and pizza crust is served?

    Not aware of any gluten free options, I would suggest calling the resto

    Do you use REAL TOMATO SAUCE or Marinara sauce on your dishes?

    They use real tomato sauce that is made in-house.

    Do they have canoli cakes?

    Not that I know of

    Hi! Do they serve party platters? Thanks!

    You would have to call, I am not sure about catering and the likes.

    Can they accomodate large group of 30 for dinner?

    Yes, if you give them some notice they will be able to accomodate a large group. I would ask to talk to the GM Patrick: he is really nice and always goes the extra mile

    Is wine available on Sunday's?

    No wine on Sunday's.

    Do they offer any vegan entrees beside salad?

    Hi Amanda. Unfortunately I do not know as I am not vegan, so I would advise you call to find out. I am sorry I could not assist further.

    Are there gluten free pizza options?

    Yup

    Any vegan friendly dishes?

    Yes Pizza

    How is this place for Sunday breakfast/lunch and do I need reservations?

    We went for Sunday lunch around 1 and sat right down no problem. I haven't tried breakfast.

    Does this place have gluten free options?

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    4.1(1.6k reviews)
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    One of my favorite Japanese/Italian pasta shops to go to in the South Bay. They have a large amount…read moreof selections for pastas. The most popular and recommended is the #34. I liked the following pastas: #34 hot garlic with seasoned mushrooms Mushroom & sea urchin/uni Japanese style clam sauce with shiitake & shimeji mushrooms Japanese cod roe with sea urchin/uni, squid & seaweed I also love their $1 salad which can't be beat in pricing. Their overall pricing for the pastas are great. The staff is very friendly and this place can get very busy during peak meal times. So when it's busy, sometimes the orders will come out a bit slower. The vibe is just casual/busy dining where if you have a seat at the bar section, you can see the chefs making the pastas or other dishes.

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    Established in 1993
    Family-owned & operated

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    A friend's choice for their birthday dinner, a solid Italian restaurant that gives both grandeur…read moreand family-style. As we make our way into the restaurant, it was already clear that the staff were hustling. One is helping carry 3 bags of pastas and 4 boxes of pizzas out to a customer's car. Another holds the door for us with a welcoming smile, then immediately runs to the kitchen. And the host is hurrying back to greet us. It didn't feel understaffed, but it was definitely busy, yet they all had a great vibe. Also 10/10 server, the guy was funny, efficient, and sometimes theatrical. For appetisers, we got the Calamari and Burrata Caprese. They were both solid, with a shoutout to the burrata, great flavour and texture. My wife and I shared the Tagliatelle and Steak Risotto. The short ribs were truly melt in your mouth, easily twisted on the fork with the tagliatelle. Amazing sauce, heavily supported by the mirepoix. The skirt steak was a little harder to chew, not sure if it was the juxtaposition between the two dishes, or if it factually was that way. The risotto however was great! A strong mushroom flavour with some spinach sprinkled on. The garnishes made it a wonderful adventure to eat. You could tell most of the customers were regular, but on that note, if you are ever in the area, give it a shot!

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    4.5(1.4k reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Takes reservations

    Was able to make LA Dine Lunch course here the Thursday before it ended. Two of us were seated…read moreoutside quickly a very hot day but Jame patio seating is still cool out of the sun. For the first course: we got meatballs and Spicy Cesar salad Main course: as Spicy Rigatoni and Tonnarelli cacio e pepe w/ Chicken added to each Dessert: we obviously shared the fresh baked Chocolate chip and Snickerdoodle cookies. Everything was Excellent with perfect texture of both pastas and soft flavorful meatballs. Lunch was extra busy the kitchen was at a perfect pace. This is a great lil corner of El Segundo that I will continue to explore after just randomly finding this!

    Hit all the marks. Great space, food, and service. Easy parking…read more DineLA was my introduction and I was impressed with the space upon walking in. It's an unassuming spot in a corner of a strip center that you could easily miss. It's the cutest space with indoor and patio seating as well as a few bar spots, good for solo dining. We started with the meatballs and Caesar salad. The meatballs had a crisp sear outside that gave way to a soft inside. So good with the tomato sauce and arugula. The Caesar had a touch of spiciness and was dressed with toasted bread crumbs, a nice touch. I had the bolognese. It was tender and meaty and the pasta had the right amount of bite. This was even great leftover the next day. The Meyer lemon pie was the perfect closer. DineLA was the right call to bring me in to to try this gem of a spot.

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    4.2(502 reviews)
    6.0 mi
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    The food was amazing as was the staff and the ambiance of the restaurant…read more I would highly recommend Aliotta's!

    UPDATE! We came…read moreback about a month later to celebrate Hubbers' birthday, but the experience wasn't the same. I'm guessing since they're coming to a permanent closure, it only makes sense that the quality of the experience (food and service) had began to going down. We were seated immediately, so we were off to a good start. It took a bit of time for Daniel (yep! We got the same server from the last time) to come around and get our orders. It wasn't too bad since the wait gave us the opp to decide on apps and mains, so we got to put all our orders in at once. CALAMARI: Battered thin and crispy. Dash of lemon juice made it better. Quality? Yes. Quantity? Not so much. I thought it was pricey for the amount we got. PEPPERCORN POLPETTINE: Meatballs in cream sauce. Even with the whole peppercorns, the sauce was good. The meatballs, however, didn't taste or look homemade at all. (I recently made frozen meatball soup at home and the meatball's flavor was pretty much similar.) So.. meh... BRUSCHETTA ALLA CHECCA: This was the best app out of the three. Crostini was perfect and the toppings were all perfectly balanced. SPAGHETTI AI NERO DI SEPPIA: Looked great, but lacked flavor. Asked for fresh grated cheese and added black pepper which helped a little, but still missing something... Hubbers got the linguine pesca mare which he loved (he emptied his plate!) So I guess that says a lot. And I'm really glad he liked it, being his birthday and all. He also chose crème brûlée to finish off his birthday treat. (No, they didn't comp it - which is fine, and I don't expect them - or any business - to, even more since they are shutting down. I understand they need all the profit they can get.) Overall a little less stellar than the first visit. I'll admit I was a teenee bit disappointed since we had an amazing experience the first time. All the same, I'm still glad of the experience and wish them well on their future endeavors!

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    4.2(2.9k reviews)
    6.8 mi
    $$

    If you're planning an official cheat day in El Segundo, North Italia is absolute perfection…read more Everything on the menu is rich, flavorful, and incredibly delicious--definitely not light fare, but 100% worth every single calorie. When my wife and I go, she always gets the Spicy Rigatoni Vodka (the sauce has the perfect kick and rich texture). As for me, my ultimate strategy is skipping a standard entree and doubling up on appetizers: the Meatballs and the White Truffle Garlic Bread. The bread alone is phenomenal, and the meatballs are tender and packed with flavor. The only major downside to treating apps as my main meal? I begrudgingly have to share with the table! ;) Because the menu is so good across the board, coming here with a larger group is really the best move. It gives everyone an excuse to order family-style and try even more items--our group go-tos include the Calamari Fritti, Crispy Eggplant Parmesan, and one of their hand-crafted pizzas. Plus, since it's cheat day, pairing the meal with one of their crisp, local IPAs from the draft list is an absolute must. Once the waistband is thoroughly loosened, we finish off the night with dessert. We usually just let the table go with whatever seasonal special they're running, and it never disappoints. Great atmosphere at The Point, friendly service, and unbeatable comfort food. Highly recommend!

    I've passed by North Italia plenty of times over the years but never actually tried it. We had…read moresomething to celebrate, so I decided to finally give it a shot, and I'm glad we ate here. I started with the s'more please cocktail, which reminded me of an old fashion with toasted marshmallows. I'm already a fan of old fashion, so I enjoyed the drink itself. Honestly, I don't think the marshmallows added much, but I definitely enjoyed eating them. We shared about 5-6 dishes. The White Truffle Garlic Bread was amazing--super soft, flavorful, and not overpowering. The Yellowtail Crudo was one of my favorites. The fish had great texture and quality, and all the salty, citrusy, creamy elements worked really well together. For the mains, the Seared Scallops with sweet corn risotto were a standout. The scallops were seared perfectly with great texture. The Braised Short Rib Lumache was also delicious, although the beef was a little richer than I personally prefer. We also had the Roasted Salmon with fregola and broccolini, which was cooked well and nicely balanced. Our server was amazing--attentive, helpful, and provided great service throughout the night. Overall, it was a great celebration dinner and an excellent first experience at North Italia. I'd definitely come back.

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    Eatalian - italian - Updated September 2026

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