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    Il Pastaio

    3.9 (2.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Garginelli with Sausage & Broccoli
    Evan W.

    Our first time eating at Il Pastaio, though we've eaten at any number of other restaurants in the Drago universe and always have a good meal. Like all the other D-family outposts, Il Pastaio is busy and buzzy, well organized by a friendly staff, and utterly professional in all respects. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The carefully manicured decor is low-key elegant on the inside, but the bulk of the seating here is outside, with tables lining both sides of the corner property, creating the feel of a cafe in Paris or Rome.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our own waiter was friendly as could be, though occasionally a bit more MIA than I would have liked. Little extra requests like butter for the bread or a 2nd soft drink were left unanswered for a bit. Yes, it was a busy Sunday dinner rush, so I'm not really complaining, but it was a tad frustrating. We opted out of starters because we'd seen a dessert we wanted to order, so we went straight for entrees: Garganelli with Broccoli and Sausage for me, and the Tortelloni Di Zucca for my wife. My garganelli was perfectly cooked, with a nice, very slight al dente bite; the sausage had a nice hit of heat, though the broccoli was overdone and a bit mushy. The sauce of garlic and oil was not as flavor-forward as I've had in the past with other iterations of this dish. So, while I didn't dislike my meal, it was definitely underwhelming. My wife's Tortelloni was, to my mind, more successful. Again, the pasta was fresh and nicely cooked, but here the filling was more interestingly flavored, with the pumpkin and ricotta blend being more savory than sweet (a nice change), and the sauce of butter & sage adding an extra level of savory richness. The aforementioned dessert -- the daily special of Orange Ricotta Cheesecake -- was light and very subtly flavored, without being too sweet. It was enjoyable, but could have used, again, a more robust flavor profile, be it the citrus or the cheese... it was just, in the end, a bit too mild. Overall, we were surprised, as the menu is similar to other Drago locations, but we're used to being served meals that are much more memorably flavored. That said, while the food was essentially fine, I wouldn't race back for another meal at this particular venue.

    Fritelle, the special dessert on Sunday, Italian doughnuts with chocolate sauce.
    Liz L.

    There are restaurants in all the big cities in which I have lived that represent longevity, image-power, popularity, and tradition. And, there is usually a good reason for their stardom. While I am a big fan of evolved dishes that are novel and fresh, I have always loved old fashioned, genuine (as in the way they are made in the Old Country) Italian food. Il Pastaio does not disappoint in that respect. I have spent enough time all over Italy, and am part Italian myself, to judge this place a must-try in Los Angeles. We rarely venture into Beverly Hills given what used to be a difficult parking situation. Not with Il Pastaio -- there is free public garage parking almost across the street. If you visit on a Sunday afternoon, you will find a spot effortlessly and you will avoid the crowds. [[HIGHLIGHT]]That said, when we arrived around 1:30, Il Pastaio was packed, inside and out. Thankfully we had a reservation and they ushered us to the perfect table, inside (where I preferred to be on a sunny, cool but windy day), next to a bright (and spotless) window.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I think there are people who prefer to be on the sidewalk in BH, so they can look for the cognoscenti and affluenti, LOL, but, I don't need to do that -- seen and been seen enough in my long life! Our table was perfect. View my photos. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the vibe inside. Again, I can happily report, Il Pastaio reminds me of all the fine, small, and exquisite restaurants I frequented in Rome, Florence, and Milan, to name the biggies[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The menu is extensive, and even though I had studied it beforehand on their website, it took me at least ten minutes to narrow down all the wonderful vegetarian dishes from which to choose. My photos show which were the lucky winners. There are meat dishes in abundance but, here's the open secret, Italians themselves are not avid meat eaters and all the portions abroad are small, hence multiple courses and few people eat too much at a meal. Lunch and dinner are also leisurely over there because Europeans see a meal as an event, not a blip in their day. The service was flawless, with our Italian waiter, Filippo, treating us as if we were Re Umberto and Regina Margherita. The table was very pretty and there was bespoke olive oil and vinegar ready for dipping the homemade bread that is served steaming in a napkined basket. I could smell it through the entire meal. Even the water came from Italy. Each course we chose came to the table at the perfect temperature, beautifully plated, and the previous were whisked away efficiently as soon as we were finished, as if by magic. All in all, this is a superb Italian restaurant. Fresh and new but traditional and comforting in its familiarity. I know we will return. Molto ben fatto, Signore Drago!

    Lobster
    Camille F.

    I enjoyed it! Sat on the patio and had a Caesar salad, a half lobster/half crab pasta and the "Justin Bieber" dish with chicken. Service was great and so was the food! I did think the JB dish was a little salty for my taste but was good overall.

    Espresso martini
    Daniella M.

    The food here is excellent; quality Italian food with good portions and great flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is nice even the outdoors is pretty and they have heat lamps to take out the chill.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My reason for the three stars was the service. We did choose a later reservation time but I wish they just didn't have the reservation if they don't want to be there late. It took 25 minutes after us sitting for a server to ask what we wanted to drink. It was not busy maybe three other tables outdoor only the inside was closed. When our waiter was at the table he was annoyed at our questions regarding the tasting menu. It really made us feel awkward and dampered our whole experience which was really unfortunate because we loved the food and it was our last night in LA. I'd say make an earlier reservation maybe to receive better service. Also the espresso martini was disappointing it had ice and was very watered down. I'll end on a positive note that the Branzino was amazing. Everything on the dish tasted fresh. The burrata was also a hit for the whole table

    Ravioli di Spinaci e Ricotta
    Dee D.

    Amazing first experience this past Sunday! 11/10 on the service and quality of food. Everything was so fresh and delicious. Our cocktails were also super yum - highly recommend a gin gimlet. My raviolis were to die for along with the appetizers we had. We had a party of 10 and they made it so special for my friend's birthday! Thank you to the great staff, ambiance and chefs!

    Bread service great with oil and balsamic
    Alique Y.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]So right off the bat, we got a nice outdoor seat, and the place was pretty cute, but not as high class as I was expecting it to be but idk.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The waiter was really nice and we got our drinks out to us Really fast. The charcuterie board was absolutely amazing. It looks as good as it tastes like wowwwww it was amazing absolutely amazing. However our actual pastas did take a long time to come out honestly and they were good I won't say it was bad. The Justin Bieber pasta was really good, but I felt like the sauce was kind of missing something maybe like a spice or something like that and the thickness of the dough kind of overpowered the actual taste. I got the Bolognese and it was pretty good. Just a standard Bolognese, but I think the pasta was really fresh tasting, and the waiter did not skim out on the parm haha overall nice I would come back for a lunch!!

    Calamari Fritti
    Moises C.

    Food is amazing very delicious touch to it , [[HIGHLIGHT]]very great and clean environment outdoor sitting is the best with so much crowd and fresh[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . Outstanding service always helpful to your needs . Well recommended it's a must try if you haven't yet

    Caesar salad
    Christine K.

    I feel like I have seen this place so hyped up and it's apparently like Justin Bieber fav restaurant or something. The Caesar salad was incredibly average and the pasta was good but nothing special. The service was pretty so slow and did not live up to expectations.

    YUMMY spaghetti
    Cherie G.

    A hot spot in Beverly Hills for Italian food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Grab a seat outside and enjoy some people watching while you enjoy fresh pasta.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Delish drinks , nice service and yummy pasta. Thank you for being great with Hubs allergies. Glad I stopped in for dinner on my two day trip.

    Alyanna J.

    Came here for a friends birthday. In terms of ambience, it's very charming and fancy. A great place for pictures on a dinner night. The service... wasn't really there. It took an hour for our waiter to take our order and even then trying to get someone's attention took a lot of effort. After we ordered it took a long time to get our food. We were sat right in the middle of the inside restaurant so it's not like we were in a hidden area. We were there till closing because of how long we had to wait. It's really disappointing because I was looking forward to this place. However the food is tasty. I wouldn't say amazing, but it's well prepared pasta. A bunch of us got the "Justin Bieber Pasta" basically the one he orders when he comes here so they named it after him. It's okay, more on the salty and bitter side. I don't think we would order it again. Their truffle pasta is great though. It was done very well, and the pasta itself felt like such high quality. The pricing is on the higher side for the truffle pastas, but it is rich in terms truffle. I'd say it's worth a try.

    Rachel C.

    My biggest compliment is to the staff. They were amazing, nice, and so attentive. Pasta was very good and they had such a wide selection. Bread was also yummy.

    This private room has a beautiful ambiance with amazing details.  Gives an outdoor Italian countryside vibe..
    Edward C.

    We've been here a couple of times for different events. Food and service never disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect spot for an event or large family gathering.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of the best Italian restaurant in the area. A bit on the pricey side but definitely worth it!

    Terri C.

    Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Il Pastaio is a terrific Italian restaurant that is always packed with guests. You definitely need a reservation here if you come on the weekend for dinner. You'll see all the people on the sidewalk waiting for their table. I love the pastas and the service is stellar. This is the kind of place where everyone in our party orders something different and we all get to try each other's dish. We've always sat outside which is great because you can people watch. If it's cold, they have heaters available. The celebs love this place, too, but you may never see them as they get a special room inside, away from the prying eyes of the public. Their vodka pasta is named after one guy who really loves it, someone named Beiber. Mangia!

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    Delicious food and excellent service. Definitely a five star experience. The swordfish crudo is divine!

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    Best Italian food in LA. Try the calamari and the bolognese as safe choices. Then try the crab lobster pasta if you like seafood

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    One of LA's traditional greats! Exceptional service of magnificent dishes by Italian-speaking staff. A bit pricey, but wonderful

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    What is the best place to park? Is there valet service for Sunday brunch?

    Are cakes allowed inside for birthday celebration?

    Yes it's allowed

    Is this place allow pet?

    Yes they do outside area

    Do you have gluten and dairy free options?

    Do you need reservations?

    During lunch and dinner on the weekends I would highly suggest!

    What is your corkage fee? Thank you

    Do u need to show a vaccination card?

    No:)

    Where is the nearest parking to your restaurant?

    there's valet parking on canon, metered street parking as well as city parking structure

    My husband and I were going to come here but now we're scared. Any update on how they are handling security after the robbery?

    Are you guys still doing the cheese wheel presentation for the truffle pasta?

    Hi Hanna we are not doing it table side as it is prohibited by the Department of Health. You can still order it but the Chef will do it in the kitchen.

    What's the attire requirement?

    Whatever you want I was casual

    What's a good item to order?

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes dogs are allowed

    Do we need reservations for a party of 3 during Covid?

    Not at the moment! We went the other day and just walked in mid afternoon.

    Is the truffle menu available year round?

    Yes. Although it was black truffle over the summer and a couple of weeks ago, it was white truffle.

    Are pets aloud on outside patio?

    Yes

    Is there a certain amount of entrees you need to get here? I keep seeing people with $250+ bills but what if I just wanted two pasta plates and that's it? do you need to make a reservation?

    OMG, it's so good! Why ask questions? Just keep it minimal and you are good to go! If you can eat here DO IT! It is SO amazing! Great if you have a second person to share a starter and skip the wine.

    How much is valet?

    I believe it was $12

    How much is the pasta in the chez wheel?

    When we went it was about $50

    Do they have a private room for 10-20 person capacity?

    Yes they do

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