First time coming to Felix, and I went for a girls' night on a Saturday night. We had a 7 pm reservation, and we were seated within 5 min. Food: focaccia (sfincione) 10/10 Cocktail: 10/10 Pasta: 10/10 Such a beautiful Italian California cuisine. read more

Felix Trattoria - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Honestly pretty overpriced for what you get. highlights: - love the focaccia it's fluffy and has a great texture - diavola pizza was yummy, neapolitan style and very chewy crust with i enjoy - semi fredo chocolate dessert pretty good, tasted like a reese's pieces dessert bar. however i didn't love either of the pastas we got, the lemon one was okay but the cacio de peppe was very tough and none of the flavors stood out to me. service was nice and the place is pretty, they weirdly only have 2 bathrooms which is pretty limited for how big the place is. be prepared to spend at least 50 per person (probably more) as the portion sizes are really small. valet parking is $16 or you can circle the neighborhood to find street parking. i think the price really makes it overall 3 star for me unfortunately read more

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Brought my girlfriend here on an anniversary date. This was unfortunately a miss. Mother Wolf has a very similar menu that is far tastier. Let's get into the food. Appetizers: Focaccia (sfincione) - 5/10 (GF rating 4/10) Super greasy, like, very. Make sure to ask for extra olive oil on the side, as that does make it better as they do have delicious olive oil. The bread seems like it's also cooked in olive oil, but frankly if they made their bread and had olive oil on the side it would've been much better. The bread itself though, ugh that whole bottom was wet in oil. Super unfortunate. Solid but oily as heck. Rice Croquettes (suppli in Bianco) - 5/10 (GF rating 2/10) Forgettable. Nothing special, no sauce paired with it. They're mediocre. I wouldn't get this again. Mains: Lamb Ragu (malloreddus) - 9/10 (GF rating 7.5/10) Extremely tasty. Pasta was very well cooked, lamb meat was perfect, as goes for the cheese on top and the sauce. Amazing meal. Would've been far better without having the subpar appetizers beforehand. Cheese and pepper pasta (cacio e Pepe) - 5/10 (GF rating 6.5/10) Non meat pastas aren't my thing, so take my rating with a grain of salt, as I would never get this myself. Girlfriend thought it was wayyyy too peppery, but that the pasta were cooked very well). Dessert: Panna Cotta - READ BELOW The panna cotta as a whole - disgusting. Jam on top was awfully bitter, quite literally inedible. The crouton like things were whatever. The panna cotta itself, as in only the white part, VERY good. After painstakingly doing our best to scrape off the jam, we were able to get to the base, and that itself tasted great (bar getting even a hint of the syrupy jam flowing into your bite). Service was fine. Didn't care for the ambiance. read more

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Finally made it to Chef Evan Funke's Felix on Abbot Kinney in Venice! What an amazing meal. Fresh house made bread, Pizza and Pasta. all from scratch. Don't miss the Tagliatelle Bolognese, melon & prosciutto and the house made bread The patio was comfortable and cozy and the service was exceptional. Our waiter, Miguel was knowledgable, efficient and extremely helpful. read more

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Came in on Mother's Day for a late lunch/ early dinner, atmosphere was lovely and we sat in the area outside in the back, it was nice lots of people, our waiter was friendly. I noticed when we walked through the restaurant and were taken to our table everyone who worked there was friendly and say hello and welcome , to the point that noticed and it felt really nice and welcoming. We started with the bread and prawns which was recommended by our waiter both were delicious. We both got pasta dishes and they were great suggestions. Will come again to try the pizza everything looked yummy! read more

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Wow wow wow the food is amazing! Come with four or more people so you can really explore the menu. The drinks are small pours as is typical of trendy restaurants. The rosemary bread is amazing. The service was very attentive and lots of people working bringing out the dishes and changing the plates between courses. The perfect end to the night was the mint straciatella gelato! read more

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The freshly-made pasta did not disappoint. The texture lived up to its hype. I was also pleasantly surprised by the calamari appetizer. It was not fried and came with a delicious sauce and pieces of yummy toasted bread topped with mint and parsely! I have not had that flavor profile before on a calamari and it was different and tasty. The only reason I am not giving this restaurant 5 stars is becauase I wanted more options for non-diary/non-cheesy apptizers. The tiramisu was classic and delicious. Excellent ambiance. Service was good. Taylor, our server was helpful. read more

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Absolutely stupendous authentic Italian food! Everything was incredible and fresh! We absolutely loved our waiter Eric! He created the perfect experience for us! He was so knowledgeable and kind, gave us wonderful recommendations and even informed us on the process and origin of the dishes! Honestly ALL of the staff were phenomenal, very attentive! The ambiance was great and very vibey ! Lived the music they were playing! Would definitely recommend! Must haves are the Pisco sours and the margarita pizza! Literally any of the pastas would be fantastic and will not disappoint but I would say that I recommend a little extra sauce! read more

Felix Trattoria - Fried flower -Fiora de zucca -cheese in the middle - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We invited some friends to join us for dinner, and they were greatly impressed with Felix Trattoria's decor and charm. We loved all our appetizers, pasta dishes, and drinks. Our server was helpful, and the manager also came by to greet us. It was a fantastic way to continue to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. read more

Felix Trattoria - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Love the ambience of this place! Came here with my girlfriend for her birthday and sat in the back of the restaurant. The garden like setting. transported us to Italy. Great food, great vibes and something about the bread, i had to order a second one! read more

Absolutely outstanding! One of a few places I've been where I continue to think about the flavors and experience hours after dining there. Everything we had was a level up from what we had at Italian restaurants before (and we've been to some amazing places in SoCal and in Italy). Something as basic as focaccia stood out. Was blown away by the Capricciosa Pizza. Pizza showed up and the aroma just filled the space around us. Savory pork belly contrasts with the earthy rustica sauce and topped off with potatoes?!? Are you kidding me? Mind blowing. Linguine al Limone somehow delivered the essence of lemon on the nose (more than any lemon dish I can recall) but without the tart/sourness in taste. Can not wait to return to try their other dishes. Despite the high prices, the food still over delivered. Knowledgeable and professional servers rounded out the dining experience. read more

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I made a reservation for a weekend night with my wife. We were seated promptly after checking in. I have been to Mother Wolf and Funke numerous times and this was my first time coming to felix. I normally order the rigatoni with guanicale, which is a staple on all 3 restaurant's menu. For whatever reason, this specific location did not allow me to order it with no cheese. They literally just sprinkle the cheese on top. I ended up getting whatever two random pastas they were willing to make with no cheese. On the side, I got their focaccia bread and artichokes. Those two were incredible as starters. The bread with herby and soft with a little slight crisp exterior. The two pastas we got were rigatoni and linguine. Both were cooked al dente and I did like that they weren't as oily as I would usually receive at Funke. We also got a panna cotta dessert at the end, which was just a typical fruit on top of panna cotta in a glass cup, nothing special. Overall, food is average for $30+ each appetizers and pastas. Parking here is a hassle just like mother wolf. The refusal of removing cheese (unlike the other two) dissuades me from coming back. I guess I will be sticking to Funke as my pick amongst the 3. read more

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We ordered the misticanza, porchetta, spaghetti all'aragosta, busiate, and timballino, and every dish was delicious. Their pasta is exceptionally well made. You can really tell it's handmade. The service was also very friendly and welcoming. The only downside was the timing between dishes; the wait between courses was quite long. That said, the food quality truly stood out, and we were seated outdoors, which made for a very pleasant atmosphere overall. Despite the wait, it's a place I'd recommend for the food. read more

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Felix Trattoria specializes in housemade pastas inspired by Rome. Like many amazing LA spots - spinning 90s hip hop classics. This is a great place to celebrate, especially with some hot sfincione bread. Rigatoni all'Amatriciana: This tomato-based pasta dish contains giant cylindrical rigatoni straws with plenty of surface area to which the sauce can adhere. They give you a fork and a spoon so you can chomp on bite-sized al dente pieces. The guanciale, a cured pork jowl, is the highlight of the dish. The crispy meaty pieces are soft and silky with each bite. The guanciale amplifies the richness and savoriness of the pomodoro sauce. As the Pecorino Romano cheese melts, the tomato sauce becomes more luscious. Parking: While there's valet, street parking is easy to find. Reservations: Remember to get a reservation since there's even a waiting list at the bar. read more

Felix Trattoria - Rigatoni all'Amatriciana - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Felix is absolutely worth the hype with reservations highly recommended. We enjoyed a table out on the patio for an early birthday celebration for my sister, which was perfect as the inside was noisy and busy on a Friday night. We appreciate our server informing us of the family style menu and we're able to enjoy several items including the sfincione, rucola salad, funghi pizza, amatriciana, and tiramisu for dessert. Every dish exceeded our expectations and I'll be dreaming of the bread and fresh mushrooms for weeks to come. I would absolutely return to try other menu options! read more

Felix Trattoria - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Delicious salad and pasta, but it's very expensive. I probably wouldn't go again unless it was a special occasion. The one thing I didn't like is that there is no option to add a protein to the pastas. read more

Great flavors and wonderful service. We've been to Funke in Beverly Hills and wanted to try Chef Funke's other restaurant. For starters we had the sfincione focaccia loaf and the romana rossa flatbread. The sfincione was so light and fluffy, not the typical focaccia. The flatbread was more like a pizza but one of the best flatbreads we've tried. The fresh burrata cheese with the tomato sauce tasted so good. Would highly recommend. For the main, we had the foglie d'ulivo, strangolapreti di zucca, and the spaghetti al arrabiata. We loved the flavor of the strangolapreti with the butter sauce, the ball shaped pasta however is soft, which was unexpected. The spaghetti al arrabiata was spicy, hits you right away. The foglie d'ilivo pesto flavor was so bold and fresh. Each of the pasta was great but eating it together was better, you didn't get sick of one dish so I would definitely order to share, like family style. For desert we had the olive oil cake and the Tiramisu. Both were wonderful so I would recommend either. We made reservations only a few days in advance so they only had courtyard seating available. We sat outside in the courtyard with heater lamps. It was a more casual ambience than inside but still very good service. read more

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I spent the whole day in Venice and for dinner we came and tried Felix Trattoria which is located on Abbot Kinney. Not too far away from the boardwalk and easily walkable. Had made reservations for an early dinner on the patio side. We were literally one of the first and few people waiting outside the door before it opened. Tried the focaccia bread, misticanza salad, sirloin steak, spaghetti allaragosta, and funghi pizza. Each dish actually tasted pretty good except for the spaghetti but that might just be preference. It had a strong seafood smell to it but after a couple of bites, it was gone. I still would come back here just for the service and also the food! I am willing to go and try out another pasta dish and see what else they have to offer. The steak was actually surprising and the sauce on top was so delicious. read more

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I visited Felix Trattoria while showing a friend around Abbott Kinney. While they offer valet, finding parking a few blocks away and walking over isn't too difficult either, and it's free! We had their Polpette, Orecchiette, and Bavetta alla Griglia. The Polpette were five petite pork meatballs. Each was perfectly flavored and unique; the interior was delicate and soft while the exterior was lightly fried. The salsa verde and parmigiano reggiano was the best part pairing - though note that it may be salty if you are generous with the cheese. The Orecchiette was tasty and lightly salty from the meat. The broccolini nicely contrasted in color with the dish, and the canestrato di moliterno cheese gave this dish such a unique taste with a saltiness different than the nduja sauce. The real gift was being able to see the oricchiette freshly handmade the window beside us. The oricchiette didn't look exciting from photos, but they were indeed exciting. There was definitely texture, and the shape was like a cup or thimble, which I hadn't expected. The Bavetta alla Griglia was a skirt steak and salsa rustica paired with roasted potatoes. This reminded me of chimichurri but better; what took the night away was how the steak melted in the mouth. Each slice and each piece was delicate. The potatoes were equally delicate. Being excited over potatoes is hard, but somehow Felix Trattoria did it... they got me excited over some soft potatoes while keeping the skin roasted and hard. Overall, three dishes was enough for two. Our server had recommended four for two, but three was more than enough, leaving not even a single ounce of space for dessert. My mind is blown, my tummy is happy, and my expectations shattered; thank you for a most delightful dinner, Felix Trattoria. read more

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This charming restaurant that gets a 10/10 for food and service! Everything we ordered was scrumptious. The service was friendly and attentive. We sat in the patio and it was lovely. The only thing I would recommend for improvement is the dessert menu. We were just beyond full and nothing peaked our interest enough. But I am sure the listed desserts are good based on the execution of the food. Make a reservation if you're in the area since they don't accept walk in's. read more

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The food is overpriced for both the quality and the portion sizes. In my opinion, this restaurant is overrated, although I'm sure others may disagree. We ordered a shrimp dish that we ended up sending back because it was overcooked, didn't taste good, and had an unpleasant smell. I gave this restaurant two stars only because I couldn't bring myself to give it just one. I recommend saving your time and money and choosing a different restaurant. read more

After a non-remarkable meal at Mother Wolf I was skeptical, but Felix made me an Evan Funke believer. We shared six dishes, plus dessert for three people and this was the perfect amount of food. Especially loved the Duck Pasta, Orecchiette, Sausage Pizza and Roasted Carrots, but you really can't go wrong. Make sure to finish with the Budino for dessert! read more

Used to be a 5/5 for me but unfortunately it has fallen from a favorite of mine. Prices are inconsistent of that is what is posted online. Nearly every dish was too greasy. I attempted to get up and wash my hands multiple times but the line remained never ending. While waiting in the never ending line directly next to the kitchen the unfortunate smell of the bathrooms permeates the walls. Alas I gave up and returned to my seat. The carbonara is the best dish and remains a single favorite in the grand scheme of Venice restaurants. The paparadelle was overpriced coming in @ $50 for a vegetarian and ultimately flavorless dish. The squash blossoms were salt bombs and ultimately needed a sauce to pair. The dessert was not nearly as good as I recalled and when you expect olive oil cake I was expecting warm. Also expect to pay $15 for one scoop of ice cream. The hosts were cold and uninviting but got us to our table, so I can't complain too much. The service was standard and effective from our waiter and the additional staff was particularly wonderful and always on top of it. Sad to say I'm not sure when I'll be back next. There are definitely some stand out dishes but all in all a fall from favor. read more

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Felix Trattoria is a standout Italian restaurant in a city of many great Italian restaurants. The sfincione (focaccia) is possibly the best focaccia I've ever had, and a strong contender for best bread overall! It is served warm, and it is soft and perfectly seasoned. I would go to Felix for this alone. I've honestly enjoyed everything I've had here. Of the antipasti, the highlight for me is the fiori di zucca (squash blossoms), which are lightly fried and very tasty. I haven't had the pizza though it looks delicious - I'm usually here for the focaccia and pasta! Chef Evan Funke is a master pasta maker (see Netflix's Chef's Table: Noodles), and there is actually a room within the restaurant that showcases his chefs making the fresh pasta that they serve. You truly can't go wrong with any of the pasta dishes here. The pasta is served perfectly al dente. The sauces/preparations are all packed with flavor. My highlights: mezze maniche alla carbonara, rigatoni all'amatriciana, tagliatelle with ragu bolognese and tonnarelli cacio e pepe. My only note on the carbonara is that I personally prefer the guanciale in small chunks rather than slices. But it's not easy to find a great carbonara outside of Rome, and this one comes close! I have also had the bavetta alla griglia (8 oz skirt steak), which is served with fried potatoes and a salsa rustica. It was well-seasoned and perfectly cooked (medium rare for us). Of the desserts, the torta della nonna (olive oil cake) is lovely and doesn't feel heavy, and the tiramisu is extra creamy, served in a cup. Service is good and professional but slightly cold. The visits to the table at the beginning and during the meal, as well as the courses, are well-paced. I've never felt rushed or neglected. There just doesn't seem to be an extra effort to be friendly, which is fine if that is their vibe - just an observation. The interior of the restaurant feels homey, and the service vibe doesn't quite match that for me. It is relatively dimly lit at night, and there is music playing at a low-moderate volume. The space, including the bathrooms, is very clean and the tables are spaced out decently. Pricing can be moderate to high depending on what and how much you order. Unless you're only getting 1 dish and no beverages, you're probably looking at a $40-60 per person range + tax and tip on the low end. I go to Felix for more of a "treat" meal and I tend to land in the $80-100 per person range. Reservations can be made on Resy up to 1 week in advance, and the restaurant is open for dinner service only. I've never had an issue finding street parking in the surrounding neighborhood, but they also have valet available. I love the food at Felix and I always look forward to meals there! read more

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Just amazing. Carrots are to die for, along with the porchetta pizza. Needless to say, pasta is also fabulous. This definitely felt more casual and laid back than Mother Wolf or Funke if that's what you're going for. But still makes for a great night out. I can't remember our server's name, but she was outstanding! We ordered so much and had leftovers, but it was worth it to try so many different things! Evan Funke, you are a genius. read more

Great experience at Felix last night for my friend's birthday. We were promptly seated upon checking in and we were thrilled to be seated in their outdoor patio. Our waitress was amazing and perfectly attentive throughout the evening. We ordered the following: Wine: 2016 Montepulciano which was great. Peach & Burrata: good but not worth $33 Arugula Salad: tasty, fresh and perfectly dressed Kale Pesto Pizza: this was awesome and oh so tasty! Pasta Limone: perfection and highly recommend Bolognese: my favorite pasta. Think elevated hamburger helper in the best way possible. Buciate: our waitress recommended this and it was great. Different and a nice addition to the others pastas we ordered Butterscotch desert: amazing and indulgent Sorbet: refreshing and perfect Valet is $14, cash only. We loved our time here and can't wait to come back. read more

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We made reservations for our anniversary and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious. We made a point to try different items on the menu since we only come for special occasions. Burrata and prosciutto with market fruits. I loved the peaches and figs that were so fresh and sweet. You really can't go wrong with their pasta. We tried three different pastas and they were all fantastic. Linguine al limone is definitely one I would order again. Gnocchette sardi with Santa Barbara uni was packed with umami flavor and my favorite. Trofie is such a unique shape of pasta. It's more al dente and the corkscrew shape really helps the pesto cling onto it so well. Also amazing in taste. The service was wonderful and attentive. They would've given us complimentary prosecco to celebrate our anniversary, but we're not drinkers so they provided us a choice of gelato. It was light and refreshing. The perfect end to the meal. Valet parking is available and there's free street parking in the residential area. read more

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Had dinner here for a date night, and it totally lived up to the hype. The pasta is definitely the star here--fresh, handmade, and perfectly cooked. We also shared the pork chop, which was one of our favorite dishes of the night--super flavorful and cooked just right (I mean, just look at the photo!). We had a bottle of wine with dinner and ended up staying a little longer than we probably should have, just soaking it all in. The staff couldn't have been more gracious about it. They were warm, attentive, and never made us feel rushed, which we really appreciated. Felix hit all the right notes for a great night out--delicious food, great wine, and genuinely kind service. read more

Felix Trattoria - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

truthfully, i was a bit let down by this place after hearing such high praise and have difficulty rating between a 3 or 4. as my partner and i entered the restaurant, an employee and a guest(?) were blocking the entrance while having a conversation. we were seated quickly for our 5:00 pm reservation. the restaurant is nicely decorated, and i appreciated the open-concept view of the pasta-making process. our waiter came to us quickly and asked us if we've been here before, and if we had any questions. we settled on two cocktails recommended by the waiter (the clear one, which i ordered, was a bit too strong for me so i switched to the darker one which was more of my preference - lighter, sweeter, and fruitier). we started off with the foccacia and the squash blossoms, which were both very oily. the foccacia was very soft, cake-like, and flavorful, and the squash blossoms had a bit too much of the ricotta filling on the inside (if that's something you like then i'd recommend it). it was a little overpowering, and along with the oiliness, made it a tad difficult to eat more than 1. the star of the night was definitely the agrumi (citrus with olives, fennel, mint, and pistachio). the medley of all the flavors together was such a nice and refreshing taste after having the oily items. definitely something i would get again. the margherita pizza was nice, but it wasn't the best i've ever had. though i really enjoyed the chewiness of the crust. the tagliatelle and the busiatte, both recommended by the waiter and also popular items, was again, nothing special and the flavors were not hitting the spot. lastly, we ordered a tiramisu, which did not stand out either. but it was still a sweet treat to push down the oiliness of the meal. we came in to celebrate our anniversary and the staff was very kind to put a candle on the dessert, and bring us two glasses of complementary champagne which was a very nice gesture and addition. i would want to come again some day to try different items and hopefully change my mind about this place. read more

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Came here for a birthday celebration and had an amazing time. The patio vibe with string lights and a relaxed atmosphere was perfect. Their wine selection is impressive, and the pizzas and pastas were cooked to perfection using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The tiramisu was the cherry on top with light, rich, and full of flavor. Service was top notch. Definitely planning to come back. read more

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We were able to sit outside on the patio and it was lovely. We had the focaccia, squash blossoms, carbonara pasta, and Amalfitana pizza. I don't want to be dramatic, but the pizza was the best pizza I have ever had. The focaccia was up there too!! Great service. Lynn L was our server and made us feel welcome. read more

Felix Trattoria - Amalfitana pizza - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Excellent in every way. Our server, Lynn was amazing. She helped us order since we couldn't read Italian. She recommended something from each category, but we came for the pasta. We ordered focaccia, pizza, pasta w ragu (my favorite) and the carbonara. Because we were celebrating my birthday, we ordered tiramisu. Delicious. The restaurant was busy but not loud, we even saw a chef making fresh pasta. We will be back soon. read more

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Felix Trattoria does not disappoint. The burrata with persimmons was unreal, fresh, creamy, and oh my, the persimmons..... made it feel so special. And the pizza? I'm not even a pizza person (don't judge), but I was obsessed. Spicy pepperoni with the perfect heat. 10/10 dinner. read more

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We made a reservation here for NYE for 4 people and all chose the à la carte menu. Service was fantastic. Food was incredible and I'm so glad we tried so many pastas! The ambiance was cozy and warm. We got sat right next to the glass windows inside where they were making all the pasta, which was really exciting to see. Can't wait to come back! read more

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ohmygod so good! they rotate their menus based on seasonal ingredients. i'd recommended anything with their handmade pasta and pesto will turn out amazing. pizza is decent but very thin and slides off. was able to walk in and had great time at the bar! read more

Felix Trattoria - pesto - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Had a fantastic dinner at Felix last night! Everything was delicious and the service starting with the charming Hostess to our incredible waitress Kelly G was perfect. Highly recommend. read more

Long wait with a reservation, and we saw a rat... Review update since it's been awhile since we dined here. My husband made a reservation for my birthday dinner last night at Felix and a reservation for a movie 2 hours after. We waited 20 minutes to be seated and had let them know we had to be out by a certain time for the movie. The hostess said they were checking for available tables outback and never updated us. When we were finally taken to the patio, more than half the tables were empty, and had the ability to be separated into tables of 2. The service was slow so we had to cancel our movie and get a partial refund. The food was delicious once we ate, no complaints there except prices going up over the last two years. As we were eating, and keep in mind we were on the patio, we saw a rat on the inside of the fenced in area we were sitting in. We quietly let a server know and he replied "oh yeah, well we are outside" and he was genuinely not surprised in the least. My husband had said in the reservation it was to celebrate my birthday, but our server did not mention an occasion, say happy birthday, or bring out a candle. Not to be a birthday brat, but with the price you pay to eat there I was just surprised by that. With having to wait 20 minutes even though we had a reservation and cancel our plans, we thought at the very least we'd get an apology or an offer to comp a dish. Very disappointed in the service. read more

Wow and wow. Worth it. Been trying to get reservations to here or Funke, no luck. Finally we just decided to bite the bullet and showed without a reservation before opening. We grabbed a seat at the bar for food service. Was a little crowded but the bar tender, Connor I think, was great. He went through the menu and had lots of great suggestion's. All were winners but the one that stuck with us is the Sfincione. That focaccia was on a level that was simple yet unique. Connor said it is a savory donut and he was right Every coarse was perfect . The bar area was small yet quaint Recommend this to anyone read more

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Heard this place was tough to get into, so I felt lucky to snag an early weekday dinner reservation for two+newborn--the buzz is real! The menu is genuinely based on seasonal availability, and the food delivered was incredibly authentic. Our server was fantastic, offering insightful suggestions that were greatly appreciated. We ordered the Rucola salad, Fiori (squash blossoms), Funghi pizza, Tonnarelli Cacio, and their skirt steak. Every dish was delicious and artfully presented, and the portions were very generous--we even had several leftovers to take home. I'd mention that the Tonnarelli felt a little firm for my personal preference, but I'm aware that al dente texture is authentic for that specific cut of pasta. The ambiance is solid, with a cozy, bustling feel and an open kitchen window where we could watch the pasta being hand-made. It's a lovely touch that adds to the authentic vibe. Highly recommended, if you can get a table! read more

Felix Trattoria deserves 5 stars. Felix Is Easily One of My Top Five Restaurants in Los Angeles. After dining at Felix twice in the last few months, I can officially say it's become one of my new favorite restaurants in Los Angeles. Everything from the food to the service to the intimate atmosphere sets it apart from so many other spots in the city. A huge part of the magic is Chef Funke. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he truly understands the local culture and what people want in an LA dining experience. He trained six years at Spago Beverly Hills followed by time studying pasta-making in Bologna, Italy and it shows in every dish with incredible depth, technique, and authenticity. Food & Drinks The drinks at Felix are truly next level unique, balanced, and consistently impressive. On my last visit I tried the Cicciolina and the Siracusa, and both were amazing. They also change the drink menu often, which keeps things fun and makes every visit feel fresh. I ordered the Diavola pizza the last time, and it was delicious. I wouldn't say it beats Mozza my favorite pizza spot in LA, but it comes surprisingly close, which says a lot. The pastas are also some of the freshest and best I've had anywhere, and I've tried several over my visits. While some dishes resemble what you might find at Funke or Mother Wolf, the food at Felix honestly tastes even better. The service is substantially better than his two other sister restaurants. And unlike many trendy or pricey LA restaurants, Felix is shockingly affordable for the quality. I normally hate salad, but the rucola salad is unreal. I dread eating salads and I could eat it every day. The sfincone bread is warm, fluffy, fresh, and absolutely addictive. Service The service is top notch warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful. On our first visit they surprised us with a round of free champagne, which instantly set the tone for how well they treat guests. Atmosphere The restaurant itself is intimate, stylish, and comfortable a perfect setting for both casual nights out and special occasions. I would describe it a perfect in between a fancy restaurant and casual sitdown. Parking Parking is easy: either use valet or grab a spot on the street. I usually just park across the street and walk over because it's faster than waiting for valet. Cool Fact: Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez, and plenty of other celebrities have been seen here. Overall: Felix is a 5 star restaurant in my book. It's delicious, affordable for LA, beautifully run, and consistently impressive. Easily one of my top five restaurants in the city. I can't wait to go back. read more

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