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    IL Nido

    4.5 (132 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Eggplant Parmesan
    Marci L.

    Dinner at Il Nido was so delicious. Our waiter, Luca, was amazing. He was knowledgeable and a joy to speak with. For dinner I had Eggplant Parmesan. It was so delicious along with pasta al dente. They offer a good variety of specials in addition to their menu items. The ambiance is very charming.

    Fettuccine with olive oil, parsley, chili flakes and light garlic . I added shrimp.
    Craig W.

    First off, I wasn't sure if the main guy walking around was the owner (I think he was) or a manager, regardless he needs to walk to all the tables and see how the meal is going, etc. this is basic 101 customer care here. I bring it up, because he didn't do it for us, nor the folks outside. The acoustics in the main area is brutal especially with kiddos or loud talking. We sat up front, not an issue and sitting outside definitely not a problem. The bread is sliced and grilled with garlic, seasoning and Parmesan. I asked for no Parmesan (dairy allergy) which he said they can do, but this means no seasoning. He didn't say it also meant no grilling. Bummer. Tiny place. Now onto the dishes I have fettuccine with the olive oil, parsley, garlic (it's very light) and chili flakes. I had them add shrimp. Next time I would go without the shrimp because the pasta alone can stand alone. Very light and I'm referring not just the dish but also the pasta itself. I do wish they had a vongole because that would rock. My friend had the arribata (it's spicy tomato sauce, I misspelled the word, do deal with it). It shows up in spaghetti. He liked it too. You will have leftovers. Pricing isn't outrageous for the area. Plenty of street parking. It's right across from the Belmont senior care place on Ventura.

    Branzino
    Aimee C.

    Delicious Italian food & a cozy ambiance! Servers were nice and attentive. Food was a bit pricy considering it's not out of this world incredible but that being said, I enjoyed every bite I had! The surprising highlight of the menu for me was the Branzino. 10/10 recommend! Parking is of course limited given that it's located on Ventura Blvd, we were lucky enough to find street parking right on front. Overall, I'd love to visit again for a nice date night!

    Lightly Fried Calamari, which was a special appetizer.
    Evan W.

    What a find!!! This tiny spot on Ventura Blvd., just West of the venerable Valley Inn (literally less than half a block), is a gem of an Italian restaurant, with a carefully curated menu of fresh-made dishes and specials, all of it tasting like whoever's running the kitchen has spent a god deal of time learning from some Italian masters. The cozy spot is narrow and a tad crowded, but that adds to the lively, communal feel, especially since everyone seems to be enjoying themselves quite a bit. Our server, Victoria, was friendly and swift, and quick to answer questions about how certain things are prepared, and to offer up enticing descriptions of the daily specials. We were quickly served house-made pizza-bread, lightly dusted with parmigiana cheese and herbs, and the perfect accompaniment for our drinks (wine and beer only here, but that fits the mood). We ordered the fried calamari as an appetizer, which was a special -- you could tell, because this was very fresh squid, lightly fried to a pleasing crisp but meltingly tender inside. The tomato sauce served with it for dipping was deeply flavored and well-balanced between acid and sweet. Entrees were all stellar: Chicken Piccata with a rich butter sauce and capers, served with potatoes and veggies (though my wife ordered a side of pasta that was simply sauced with butter and pepper, and was to die for). Gnocchi With Pesto was a seriously generous portion, and the deeply verdant sauce was eye-catching, while Fettuccine Bolognese featured a hearty stew that had clearly been simmering a very long time. My own Spaghetti Carbonara was an exceptional surprise: most every place conflates Carbonara with Alfredo, offering a plate of excessively creamy, cheesy sauce with a dollop of pancetta to create a difference... but not at Il Nido!! Here, they make Carbonara the correct way, with pancetta, cheese and egg yolk carefully combined to create a creamy sauce without even a touch of cream. Wonderfully made, a truly delicious bite. We will be back very soon, because there are a whole bunch of things on the menu we want to try, and there's really no point in waiting. You should head in to try it for yourself because you're gonna be wowed.

    Penne pasta with tomato sauce was delicious
    Amber E.

    Topped on for dinner based on the great Yelp reviews, and really enjoyed it. Nov ambiance with candlelight and beautiful music playing. Senior was vey friendly. I had the eggplant Parmesan special which was delicious. Very fresh and flavorful, great tomato sauce and fresh basil, serve with a side of penne. A glass of Super Tuscan red paired perfectly. Service was very friendly, too. Totally recommend!

    Carbonara
    Anthony D.

    This place could be great with a few tweaks but as of now it's just average. The bread they give is thin and a bit stale. Some pieces were actually thick enough to soak up oil and balsamic but the majority weren't. The server wasn't helpful when asked for a recommendation but they were not rude by any means. My carbonara was just okay so I'll give it a 6.5/10. It was creamy and good sized portion but the pancetta was not crispy! That extra savoriness and crisp would've take the dish up a notch! I wouldn't mind coming back to give this place another shot

    Eggplant Parmesan
    Stephanie M.

    If you're looking for a truly special dining experience, you have to try Il Nido. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance sets the tone, soft candlelight, a calm and quiet atmosphere, and an overall feeling that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy your meal. The food is absolutely AMAZING. Every dish feels thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. It is the kind of place where you find yourself talking about the food long after you leave. What really elevates the experience, though, is the service. The staff are incredibly pleasant, polite, and genuinely knowledgeable about the menu. They take the time to guide you, answer questions, and make sure everything is just right without ever feeling overbearing. If you want a cozy, intimate dinner spot with outstanding food and top tier service, Il Nido is it. I can't wait to go back.

    First time at IL Nido. Wow what an amazing experience. From the wine to all the dishes we ordered. Also the service was excellent. Had great wine recommendations. We will definitely be back.

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    Karen L.

    We had dinner at Il Nido last night and it is such a little jewel box of a restaurant. The vibe is very upbeat and positive and I love the twinkle lights scattered throughout. We were greeted warmly by Robert, the manager who oversaw every detail throughout the meal, as did all of the staff. We sat at a table near the front of the restaurant and it was much more quiet than the back. We started with beer and a lovely sparkling rose. Our server, Luca recommended, wonderful dishes throughout the meal. Everything he recommended, we loved. This is a restaurant where you can tell that the staff is very invested in the dining patrons enjoying themselves and having an amazing dining experience. Next we had the special Panzanella Salad which INMO could have had more bread but still had a light, fresh flavor. We also had the Calamari which everyone loved. For dinner we had Cacio e Pepe with the perfect blend of Pecornio Romano cheese and pepper. We also had the Eggplant Parmesan Special with rigatoni that my friend loved. The Chicken Milanese was aslo delicious-breaded chicken breast pounded thin and pan fried, with an arugula, red cherry tomato and red onion salad in a lemon dressing and Chicken Marsala with Crimini mushrooms, marsala wine sauce served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their dinners. We were too full for dessert but-next time! Thank you to Robert, Luca and the rest of the staff for a great experience!

    Lusine V.

    My friend loves Italian so for her birthday we came here for dinner. Parking of course is always a bit complicated because of the area but they had a shared parking lot right next to the restaurant that was available to park till 7:00. I was greeted and seated right away even though there was no one there except me as they had only been open for 30 minutes. More people came in after 6:00. We got really delicious bread which to be honest was my favorite from everything I ate. I got pasta and it was good but I felt like something was lacking. So did my friend with her truffle pasta. We both added salt pepper and red pepper flakes and cheese. I think it's definitely worth trying at least once. The place definitely felt very Italian and romantic with dim lighting. Seems like a good place to have a first date.

    Caesar salad with bagged croutons
    Alexis S.

    The nicest hosts and most lovely people ever. Very accommodating and warm. The food was average at best. The Caesar croutons were not homemade. The bolognese was minimal bolognese and a ton of watery tomato sauce. The hazelnut dessert had what tasted like Hershey's chocolate sauce on it. Mediocre food but you can't beat the ambiance and sweet servers.

    Caesar salad
    Olga A.

    I took my husband here for his birthday after finding the place on Yelp, and I'm so glad we tried it! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly and seated right away. The food is homemade and every single dish we ordered was absolutely delicious. We truly loved this place and will definitely be coming back! The ambience was chill and which made the experience even better.

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    Vanessa T.

    Il Nido is such a gem! We were able to get a reservation and were sat immediately. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome. Very friendly, warm, and attentive without being overbearing. What stood out the most was how thoughtful they were with their recommendations. They took the time to listen to our preferences and dietary restrictions and suggested dishes and drinks that ended up being perfect. The food was absolutely delicious, authentic flavors and everything came out at the same time, which isn't always easy with a party of five. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and honestly, it felt like dining at a family home in Italy. There is metered street parking right in front and neighborhood parking not too far.

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    Il Nido has been wonderful the two times we went. I held my 40th birthday dinner here, and they were incredible.

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    The pasta transported me back to Italy. Absolutely delicious would be going back on a monthly basis.

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    We loved it so much we went twice while staying in the area. Food was amazing and service top notch!

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    Although not fancy, it is a very quaint little restaurant, excellent food and great service.

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    Great food, great service. Very homey vibe, definitely worth checking out. Robert was a great server!

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    Outstanding.. amazing food , atmosphere and excellent wait staff. Definitely recommend

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    Great food, reasonably priced and the service couldn't be better. They actually remember their repeat customers.

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    Great service and food. Easy parking on Ventura. Nice selection of pasta and house bread. Ambiance is nice as well, hole in the wall.

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    The food was amazing and the service was awesome! Coming back again definitely. Outstanding ambiance and it was very cozy and lively.

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    Great place, amazing service quick and delicious. The atmosphere is wonderful great lighting

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    Great service, excellent food and solid wine list! I especially liked the lemon tart with pine nuts, which was flown in fresh from Italy.

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    The food was tasty and the staff was friendly, but I end up paying!75 for two pasta dish

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    Food is fine at best, but definitely overpriced for what it is. Biggest issue though is the service. Condescending and cold.

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    Remarkably rude and pretentious, considering their mediocre-at-best service and food.

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    Hi all-What is the parking situation? Is there a lot?

    there is a separate parking garage a little before il nido with a flat rate. other than that there's street parking after 7pm i believe

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    made a reservation here via OpenTable and highly recommend doing so as it was full on a Monday…read morenight. bread for the table comes in little bags, so don't be alarmed when it gets placed. starters were delicious shout out to the Ricotta, the table licked that plate clean. Must try the pizzas, especially the one with hot honey. Good for sharing. The octopus was delicious, cooked so well it was tender and flavorful over a bed of forbidden rice. My main course was the short rib ravioli with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and it was really good and very feeling. overall enjoyed my meal, but I will say that there was six of us and the table was a bit snug as they placed us in a half rounded table and added two seats. Love the vibe of the restaurant very clean aesthetic. If you're concerned about parking, it is Ventura Boulevard so either grab street parking if you're lucky or save yourself the headache and go straight from valet. I would definitely come here again.

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    My son and I have been talking about trying this place for about 2 weeks now and we finally came in…read morefor dinner tonight. We parked in one of their 3 parking spots in the back and entered through the rear entrance. We were greeted by Aya who mentioned they were having some plumbing problems so we needed to sit in the front section of the restaurant. The place is pretty small and compact, with about 10 tables. It's family owned and been around for 25 years. The prices are pretty affordable for the portion sizes. Not much ambiance or decorations, but there was some nice Italian music playing overhead and some Christmas decorations that are apparently hung up year-round. Both Thomas and Aya waited on us and they were both pleasant and kind with nice smiles. Thomas quickly brought out some waters along with their complimentary focaccia that came with olive tapenade. The bread tasted old and stale and wasn't warm, but I liked the tapenade. Surprisingly, we were never asked if we wanted anything else to drink and also never got refills on our waters until I had to ask for one. I ordered the Italian salad with dressing on the side and I asked if the carrots that came in the salad were cooked or raw, since I don't like raw carrots. Aya happily suggested that they can cook me some carrots separately and bring them on the side, which is what they did. Even though the carrots were not really cooked that well, the gesture was still greatly appreciated. Other than that, all the ingredients were very fresh and the dressing was LIGHT, just how I like it. For our entrèes, I got the Pollo Della Cassa which came with chicken breast and mushrooms baked with mozzarella cheese, served on pasta with Alfredo sauce. ($24.95), with an add-on of shrimp (+$3.00 for 3 shrimps). I also asked for light sauce, not too soupy, and that's exactly how it was prepared. The food was piping hot, very fresh, and delicious. My son ordered the Pollo Limone ($24.95) that came with grilled chicken breast with lemon sauce on mushroom risotto. He was not the biggest fan of his food but still ate all of it. He also asked if he could get a side of veggies and they gladly brought out a medley of sautéed broccoli, zucchini, and carrots. We were not charged for the side of veggies and also the salad, which was very generous of them. To end the meal, you get a small complimentary square of Tiramisu which is a nice little treat. The customer service is truly the best part of this restaurant and you can tell that there is a lot of love involved here. They really care about their guests and want you to feel happy and satisfied. Due to some minor ticks here and there, I think I am going to stick with 4 stars overall. The restaurant was clean but just kind of unpleasant. You could also smell the bleach right when you walk in and sometimes the smell would waft through the air. It was also really hot in the restaurant and I don't think the A/C was working. They have one bathroom for each gender and they were very clean. I also asked for some change to leave cash for the tip, but Thomas told me they didn't have any cash in the restaurant. How can that be? Thank you Spumoni, Aya, Thomas, and the chefs. Will I return? Maybe, maybe not.

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    Pizza Wagon of Brooklyn is a solid pizza shop. They're not the best pizza in town and they're not…read moretrying to be. There's always space for shops like this that keep things simple and stay in their lane. Today I tried a slice of their Eggplant and one of their Pesto. The eggplant was good, but the Pesto was great. The eggplant needed a bit more flavor, whereas the pesto was rich and paired perfectly with the ricotta. The staff here is awesome. They're always ready to help and since it's a small space inside, they'll keep to themselves if you eat in there. If the weather is good, I prefer to eat out front. Despite the busy street, it's surprisingly peaceful with a slice in hand. Pizza Wagon of Brooklyn is a great option if you're close by and looking for a solid, cheap slice!

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    So last week I ordered and requested a delivery via DoorDash for GG's food house, and…read moresimultaneously my order got canceled about an hour later! So I called the owner and he told me he doesn't take orders in advance, Which personally I always do that forecast my orders a week in advance, so I don't have to worry about it and get it delivered at work Well, I guess I'll never order from him again I didn't even taste his food and just got canceled on the spot

    You had best eat here soon, before the critics and the masses find this place, and turn it into a…read moremad house. GG will call you sir or ma'am when you come in the door, and if you ask him very nicely he will tell you that he is Armenian, and that he started this place after being unable to control the quality of the result at a pizza chain. If you pay further attention to him, and read the menu carefully, and you scan past all the American style pizza, you will see that there are a few Armenian dishes down at the bottom of the menu. Now here's where you do yourself a solid. You order yourself the traditional Armenian mkhlu, and a Georgian temouri. Yes I know you can't pronounce these, but GG is polite and will not correct you. The mkhlu is a delicately spiced tomato omelet from his homeland, with lots of cilantro and paprika and delicate spices; and the tamouri is a very thin pizza with meat and cheese, again with incredible delicate spicing. There are certainly more expensive restaurants in LA, but I'm telling you from the bottom of my Yelp Elite status, that GG's tiny, clean little hole in the wall, is the best restaurant in Los Angeles right now.

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    Posto 896 Italian and Hungarian Cuisine - Crêpe filled with Nutella, Crème Chantilly

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    I absolutely fell in love with Posto 896!…read more I'm Hungarian, and eating here felt like being transported back into my grandmother's kitchen. From the moment we arrived, the owner, Peter, went above and beyond to give me the most wonderful Hungarian experience. He spent so much time talking with me about Hungary and my family's homeland, teaching me about Hungarian history, and even speaking Hungarian to me even though I speak very little. He was incredibly warm and welcoming and genuinely wanted everything to be perfect for us. We started with the tarragon soup and homemade bread. The soup was delicious, but the bread almost made me emotional. I literally kept smelling it because it smelled exactly like my grandmother's kitchen. Then came the chicken paprikás. I hate to admit this, Anyu, but Peter's might actually be better! The chicken was so incredibly tender it just fell off the bone. The homemade dumplings were fresh and delicious, and he uses the PERFECT amount of Hungarian paprika. He also brought us cucumber salad, which I absolutely love. Peter made me a homemade Hungarian mixed spritzer, and with the very first sip I suddenly had memories of sitting with my Papa, enjoying a cool refreshing drink together. And then the Zserbo! I honestly haven't had Hungarian pastries that tasted this good since the 1980s, when my Mamu was still baking them. That brought back another whole set of memories. That's what made this experience so special. It wasn't simply that the food was incredible. The smells and tastes brought back people, places and moments from my childhood that I haven't experienced in decades. Peter checked on us throughout our meal to make sure everything was exactly to our liking. You can tell how much pride and heart he puts into his restaurant and into sharing Hungarian food and culture with his guests. You NEED to go to this place! I will absolutely be bringing my family here and coming back many, many times. Posto 869 now has a very special place in my heart. Make a reservation because they can get packed; and after eating here, I completely understand why! Thank you, Peter, for giving this Hungarian girl a little piece of home.

    After a very long day, I somehow ended up in Sherman Oaks driving down Ventura Boulevard when the…read morewords "Hungarian & Italian Cuisine" caught my eye. That combination was interesting enough to make me turn around, park the car, and walk over. Sometimes the best meals are the ones you don't plan. I was lucky enough to find street parking, but considering they are located in a relatively small shopping center on one of the busiest stretches of Ventura, they have wisely arranged valet parking as well. As soon as I walked in, I was welcomed by a gentleman who I assume was either the manager or the owner. They didn't really have a table set up for one, but instead of turning me away, they were kind enough to make it happen. That was a great first impression. The restaurant itself is extremely clean, smells nice, and is beautifully designed with artwork throughout. It has a comfortable, slightly modern atmosphere with tall ceilings that makes you want to sit down, relax, and actually enjoy your dinner instead of rushing through it. I ordered a bottle of sparkling water, the beef soup, pork chops, and pickles on the side. Everything was good--except the pickles, which just weren't for me--but the star of the meal was definitely the beef soup. The soup was excellent. Well made, well seasoned, just a tiny bit spicy, and the portion was generous enough that I would honestly say two people could share it. After a long day, it was exactly the kind of food I needed. The pork chops were also prepared well, although they weren't completely to my personal taste. I was expecting a little more seasoning or spice. That said, I'm not Hungarian, so there is a very good possibility that they prepared them exactly the way they are supposed to be made back home--and I'm the one asking Hungary to change its recipe for me. For everything I ordered, plus the quality of the service, my bill came to about $68 as of September 2026. Considering the amount of food I received, I thought that was very reasonable. I'll definitely be back. There are quite a few other things on the menu I want to try, and next time I'd like to come when I'm not at the end of a very long day, take my time, order something different, and possibly enjoy it with a good glass of wine.

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