Justin J.

Cute little Italian restaurant in Melrose Hill on Western, finally was able to get down here. Parking, there is valet on site but try to find street parking if you can and save some $$$. We were seated outside on the patio and our drink order was taken right away. After a quick glance at the menu, our food order was placed. It did take a while to get the dishes out for some reason, both appetizers and entrees, so that was a let down. We started with the tuna crudo and the meatballs. The crudo was very good, simple yet delicious. Bluefin tuna in a calabrese sauce, it just came together well. Very nice bites. The meatballs were also tasty with ricotta and sugo. Putting a little extra sauce on each bite just enhanced the flavor profile. Entrees, we went with the Campanelle Alla Vodka and the NY strip. The Campanelle had large chunks of tiger prawns and calabrian chili. Not very spicy but you get little pops of spice here and there to make it interesting. The Campanelle could have been a little more aldente, and it felt like something was missing to bring it all together, but it was decent overall. The NY strip has a vermouth cream and we ordered a side of potatoe puree to go along with it. The potatoes were perfect, can't ask for better. The NY strip was cooked perfectly, no complaints. Overall, another Italian restaurant serving up some quality food. Though the Campanelle felt like it was missing something, everything else was great. Cute spot for a date or to just grab a cozy dinner with friends.

Kenia A.

Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and we were pleasantly surprised. They had a great wine selection, great pasta, and great garlic bread. The tuna crudo was chefs kiss, and that salsa macha almost made me lick my plate clean. We only wish we ordered more since portions are tinyyy (be sure to order accordingly). Unfortunately, my group and I came close to last call so we weren't able to add to our order and I left a little hungry. But I will definitely come back to make up for it! Vibes are very cozy inside, I don't think I would recommend this place for a large party since it's a bit small. Parking sucks as is expected in the area, valet only.

Mona A.

Came here for dinner with my boyfriend after seeing Ètra in the Red Dining Book 2026, so yes, I walked in expecting pasta that would change my life. It's tucked behind Café Telegrama and the vibe is actually really nice dim, cozy, date night. I'd recommend valet. Service was the best part. Everyone was genuinely sweet and worked together like a real team, super smooth all night. You can tell they care. We ordered the chicories, spicy vodka pasta, roast chicken, branzino and the NY strip. And honestly... everything was good? Just not wow. The vodka pasta was kinda watery which confused me because pasta is apparently their thing. I kept taking bites like maybe this one will hit different. It did not. Chicken was chicken. Fish was... wet? Steak good. Nothing terrible, nothing that made us stop talking and rethink our lives. Overall I'd say... beautiful space, excellent service, and a really nice night. I just expected to be more obsessed with the food than I was. I'd still go back though because the vibe and service are truly stunning but maybe I'd order differently next time.

Alyssa L.

Food was delicious but with the difficult parking situation in the neighborhood (after 3 laps around we had to just do valet to make our reservation time) and awkward service for us, I unfortunately likely won't be back. The interior was cute but small and very chilly as they keep the door open. It's a bit of a tight space but has a nice vibes. We got the speck, mortadella, and burrata to start then shared the spicy campanelle alla vodka and roast chicken. Our starter was decent but nothing outstanding. The entrees however were super flavorful and surprisingly generous - we only wish they came out closer in time. By the time the chicken came out our pasta was unfortunately already cold so we couldn't enjoy them together. Service wasn't bad - just not very welcoming or warm. Before even getting to the restaurant, I tried calling to learn more about their valet situation but was placed on hold for over 5 minutes so ended up hanging up when we pulled in to the lot and walked up to the host chatting with a coworker. Not sure if that's why I was placed on hold for so long but it definitely didn't seem busy at the time we arrived. We also felt rushed to order as soon as we sat down and our server just made us both feel a bit uncomfortable/awkward. Overall, I appreciated my friend bringing me here for my birthday celebration but we both likely won't come back unless someone else wants to visit. Food was good but doesn't make up for how we felt during our dining experience.

Qian H.

LA needed a restaurant like this. I almost feel like I'm transported to New York every time I'm here. I haven't been this happy with a restaurant on the east side since Mh Zh. This restaurant checks all the boxes for me, where ambience, service, and the food exceed my expectations. There's something that this spot has that none of my favorite restaurants in LA has, and it's a layer of... Intimacy. The staff really takes pride in what they do and they're so nice. I remember the first time I had a reservation here, our waitress, who is a really sweet girl with sharp, brunette hair was so attentive, the manager is amazing. the food is delicious. It's hard for me to find a place in LA that has ambience and delicious food and this one checks all those boxes. The crowd is good. One of my favorite restaurants in town.

Elaine L.

Amazing food and ambiance! Ordered the Garlic Bread, Meatballs, Roasted Chicken and Spicy Campanelle Vodka Pasta which was the favorite dish. Honorable mention to the chicken because it was so tasty and juicy! Topped it off with chocolate gelato for dessert and it was the perfect ending to our meal. Went for NYE and was fortunately able to be moved to the bar- we initially booked for patio but it was raining way too hard. Service was great and everyone was very attentive despite it being a very busy night. The restaurant is a little hard to find, but it is to the right of Cafe Telegram if you're facing the buildings, and valet is also in between the cafe and Etra

JoAnn H.

I was pleasantly surprised!! My uber driver had a hard time finding the restaurant because the signage is not too visible from Western.. when my friends and I first got there, the restaurant was pretty empty at 6:30pm on a Thursday. But by the time we left, it was completely packed and there were people waiting outside! Everything we ate was delicious! Loved their chicken dish (I think it's their signature). Nice clean bathroom, cute little restaurant, good service!

Louis L.

What an awesome experience! This was our first time dining in here. Made prior reservations for a Saturday evening. This restaurant is tucked in the heart of LA downtown; street parking or valet is available. Their pasta selection are limited, but they also offer other dishes and appetizers to go along with the pasta dishes. We ordered the Spicy Campanelle Alla Vodka and their Spaghetti Al Limone. We also got their garlic bread to start. The portions of their pasta are on the smaller side; howerver, it's how an authentic Italian restaurant serves their pasta. Ingredients are minimal, but the pasta texture is al dente. To properly finish our dinner, we ordered a couple desserts. Forgot their names, but they were both tasty. Overall, we had a great time. The server was super friendly, and she was always attentive. We will definitely be coming back here again

Elise B.

It was busy inside so it was sort of loud. We ordered multiple dishes to share at the table. The Tuna Crudo was thick and I loved their melon combo with it to make it light and refreshing. The burrata was smooth and piped on sourdough toast with lemon on top- it's one of the best burrata on toast that I've ever had. The Bucatini alle vongole had clams and breadcrumbs & the Spicy campanelle alla vodka they can adjust the spice level. Both were delicious seafood pastas. The Whole grilled branzino was moist and flakey. The Tiramisu was a decent size with great espresso flavor and lots of chocolate shavings on top. Parking- valet $15

Pawan S.

Nice ambiance inside very dark and romantic theme. The food was good but honestly nothing stood out like crazy. The best thing was the sticky toffee pudding for me but it was still not the best I've had. Service was great nice people and accurate wait times. Amazing service overall would definitely recommend for a nice casual dinner.

Grace F.

Went to Etra on a Saturday night for a girls' night dinner and had a wonderful experience. We had a reservation, and the space itself was just perfect -- cozy, inviting, and cute but still elevated enough to feel special. Our server was wonderful and super helpful in guiding us through the wine list. We ended up going through two bottles of dry white wines (sorry, I don't remember which ones specifically) -- both went great with the food. The dishes were thoughtfully prepared, with portions on the smaller side (as expected for this style of dining). Highlights: * Tuna Crudo with melon: Loved the balance -- the melon wasn't overly sweet, and the olive oil drizzle tied it all together beautifully. (4/5) * Grilled Cauliflower: Cooked to perfection, with a nice bite and bagna càuda, a warm, savory dip that's garlicky, with anchovies and olive oil (I think). (4/5) * Spicy Campanelle alla Vodka with tiger prawn & Calabrian chili: Rich, creamy, with just the right kick of heat. The prawns were spot on. (4.5/5) * Roast Chicken with heirloom tomato panzanella: Juicy chicken paired with bright, acidic tomatoes and bread that soaked up all the flavors. (4/5) * Toffee cake à la mode: Decadent, warm, and a perfect finish to the meal. (4.5/5) The restaurant isn't huge, but that adds to the charm -- low lighting and intimate vibes make it a great spot for a date night or small group dinner. I'd definitely come back, especially since it seems that some of their menu rotates seasonally. Overall: 4.5/5 - A lovely experience that feels both relaxed and elevated.

Megan L.

It's not often that I don't enjoy the entirety of my dining experience but this was sadly one of those times. We came on a weekday at 530, the start of their evening dining hours. It slowly started to fill up with a bunch of tables bringing in their own bottles of wine. This was my first red flag. The wine list might look extensive on first glance but there are only 3 options of wine by the glass for red and white and the variety between them was dismal. I sampled a couple and they all tasted like $10 bottle wine being served for $18 a glass. It's seems like a cute tiny little spot off Western but the interior wasn't that inviting. The red and orange hues are a bit bunch and they keep the front door open, so it's freezing the entire time. The service also left a lot to be desired. I truly could not tell if our server was trying to be cool and laid back or simply didn't care as most of our questions were met with a blank face and one worded answers. We asked that one meal be coursed out with the meat and cheese accompanying the garlic bread, then the tuna crudo, followed by our entrees. E received the speck and burrata which was very disappointing. You could tell by the way the meat was cut that it not cut fresh in house, but looked more like what you would receive from a premade charcuterie board at Ralph's. Next we received the tuna crudo which could have been farther from what we were expecting. The salsa macha calabrese was so overpowering and not at all complimentary to the tuna, that I was scraping it off. After that we finally received our garlic bread, would I would have preferred to eat with the meat and cheese, as ordered. The bread itself was fine. They melt cheese on top so it reminded me more of an item you'd get for kids that would satisfy them. For our entrees we ordered the spicy vodka and the roast chicken polenta. At one point we had to flag someone down as it had been an hour and 15 minutes since we sat down and ordered and had not received our entrees. It was pretty busy in the kitchen as they had a photographer in their snapping pictures of everything which felt like it slowed down service. When our meals were brought out they offered a free side of potato puree to apologize for the wait. The spicy vodka with tiger prawn was just ok. There was barely any spice and the shrimp were sad little clumps tossed in. The roast chicken was a surprisingly large portion and probably the best thing we ordered. The mushrooms were sparse and it would have been more suited accomplices with the potato puree than the polenta. I love trying new places but this will be a new place and I will never recommend or return to.

Abeni T.

Etra has been on my list to try for years now and I finally got the chance to go. It's a cozy little spot that's small but charming with great service. The servers and hosts were kind and speedy. Unfortunately, the food let me feeling whelmed. To start, we had the meatballs and garlic bread, which were pretty boring and dare I say forgettable. I did like the Lambrusco I ordered. For an entree, i I got the famous spicy Campanella alla vodka with tiger prawns. It was decent and the texture of the noodles was solid, but it was just shy of bland. The prawns were the best part because they added a punch of flavor and missing depth. I will say that my friend loved her branzino though. We finished with the sticky toffee pudding, which I honestly found to be too grainy and overpowered by the mound of ice cream on top. Honestly, Etra is a true 3.5/3.6 but, for the pricing, I expect excellent food, not just excellent service.