I have become a regular at Il Tramezzino and I will never stop raving about it. It's one of those places where everything on the menu is good and always delivers. The salmon salad is my personal favorite and I order it constantly, but the avocado toast deserves its own moment. I brought a friend recently who said "avocado toast always tastes the same" -- and I told her not here. She understood immediately on her first bite. It is bursting with flavor in a way that has no business being as good as it is. I mean, it's bread, avocado, some cheese, fresh basil.... but it SINGS! The desserts are delicious, the server recommendations are genuinely solid (they actually know the menu and steer you right), and the service overall is warm and attentive. Special shoutout to Miles, who is always a joy and makes you feel genuinely welcomed every time. The space is small with both indoor and outdoor seating, but that's part of the charm -- it feels less like a restaurant and more like going over to a friend's house for dinner. They take real care of you here, attentive, superior, friendly service. If you haven't been, go. And when you get there, order the avocado toast -- even if you think you've had good avocado toast before. You haven't had this one. But seriously, anything you order will be great! Easy street parking and during the day for lunch they have a valet just next to Voyage et Cie (shop next door) that's reasonably priced. read more

my favoruite samdwiches in town! I just love every bite of it! Last time I ordered catering from them! My co-workes were all so happy to try their delicious salads and paninis! read more

Il Tram is the absolute best. A family run place, the staff could not be nicer. Came here the other day to reunite with a friend in the city - a great middle spot to meet fyi! If you've never been, the chicken special panini is the best place to start. Been coming for years and that remains my go to. The only reason I won't give 5 stars is the parking. Sometimes you have to hunt on Ventura for parking. Prices are very average and the restaurant is small but cute. Larger outdoor area and a smaller indoor seating area. read more

We've been going to I'll Tram for years and it's always consistently good. Whether we do a catering order or eat it there, I've always had a pleasant experience and my go to is definitely their chicken panini. I personally love eating there and making sure I get my side of pickled veggies ! read more

Seated in sunny Studio City, this cozy spot is a nice walk away from some delicious Italian cuisine. Starting with the positives, I loved their bread basket appetizer that came with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and a (very tasty) basil aioli. Their bread was a nice light and fluffy appearance with very nice acids and fats to compliment it. I ordered a panini which came with a beautifully plated sandwich (picture was me sitting a slice up) and while the inside was delicious, I wound up abandoning the bread since it tasted like I was eating a pretty dry cracker. My thought is that it could have just been overpressed/over done slightly. The pasta my partner had was overcooked, but the cheese+mushrooms were delicious overall. I'm very certain this place deserves a second chance, and I'll be looking to come back to try their very yummy sounding desserts. Cheers! read more

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The service was excellent, Although they were busy, many staff were available to help and we were seated immediately by Ryan. I think he was the manager? The ambiance is cute, you can sit either inside or outside. When the good arrived we were impressed how good it tasted. Well presented we ordered: Bruschetta, Fettuccini Alfredo with marinara sauce, Pasta Milano, and chicken prosciutto panini. Again the service was excellent. They were all very attentive too our need and requests. Give it a try you will not be disappointed. read more

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My wife had a late dinner craving for Italian sandwiches. Thanks to Yelp, we found the perfect spot! We arrived 40 minutes before closing so only patio seating was available. I know it can be inconvenient for servers when people come in before closing, so I anticipated a 'quick' service. However, we didn't feel rushed and the service was great. Shout out to our server, Kelsey. She was also very hospitable to a tourist family that was seated next to us who asked her questions about where to visit in LA. We had the Penne Milano and the Salerno panini. Both dishes were flavorful and satisfied our Italian cravings. The food, great service, and ambiance made us expectant to try their other dishes! read more

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I can always expect a solid panini when I come here and great service. The staff is fantastic, food is great, and I love outdoor patios. (Side note: a colleague of mine is a FIEND for the nutella croissant panini's) read more

One of my favorite spots in Studio City! The sandwiches are absolutely delicious--fresh ingredients, perfectly toasted bread, and amazing flavor combinations. Their soups are also comforting and flavorful, perfect for any day. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the outdoor patio seating is such a nice touch--great vibe for relaxing and enjoying your meal. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a casual yet quality bite! read more

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I actually really like this spot the paninis always hit the spot and the portions are huge I always get half with half salad. The seating is nice on Ventura. I enjoy their spicy aioli its very good. The bread has a nice crunch and flavor. Employees are nice service is good but can be slow it took quite a long time to get the food and check but I would for sure come back read more

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This place is within walking distance from me and I wish it would be better and every time I come in to have a meal, I wish I went elsewhere.. It's very lackluster and the pasta always is cold. I don't think they should have this on the menu, it feels like such an afterthought and the quality reflects just that.. The paninis are OK, I don't really think the value matches the quality. The bread is decent, the meat feels like its of quality but the combinations are meh.. Also they're very costly and the portions are a bit small.. Tableside service is OK. They have too many tables going on and do not have the staff to support it. Service is pretty bad (for to go orders) and when I mean pretty bad I mean that the staff will let you stand around waiting to get a table or to put in an order. The place is cute, its small and gives great seating for outside if you get a table thats roomy. You're kind of ontop of the other tables which suck but honestly considering the space it's whatever I suppose.. Parking is awful for those who do not live nearby so I recommend finding something away from the area to ensure you're not going in circles. Not really a fan but if someone I am with wants to check it out I suppose I'd go.. Def would not go out of my way for it. read more

Been coming here for a very long time and this review is overdue! This is THEE go to panini Cafe I always go to or recommend! I've had the chicken pesto, the Firenze and the bolente many times ! My absolute favorite is the forenze and I personally get it on baguette with fresh cut jalapeno! Service is impeccable and the place feels like im not at a restaurant, gives me vibes like im at my neighbors backyard! They are always consistent and I may go back soon! read more

Love their sandwiches and service is prompt and good! We have been going there for years and to the Beverly Hills location too! read more

Got a catering order for a party and not only was the food hot fresh and delicious, they even help me walk it to my car at a time when they were already really packed and busy. Appreciate the fantastic service! read more

Always the best! Such good paninis, pasta and service. Wish the parking was a little easier but it is what it is.

Il Tram has some of the best sandwiches in Los Angeles! It's definitely been my go to spot when I'm craving a delicious panini. Lorenzo was the absolute best and gave us all his favorite recommendations. Our go to paninis are the grilled chicken and firenze, but today we also tried salads and we were really happy with the variety of salad options to choose from. You can never go wrong with the avocado toast here, it's a must side order for us no matter what we get. If you've never been here, you're missing out. Absolutely must try the grilled chicken panini, and the Firenze panini if you like a little heat. read more

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okay, just so y'all know, this is a 1st for me. 2 soups in 2 days & the kind I don't really eat. well, yesterday was tomato basil, which I have with grilled cheese. today is split pea soup. never liked it because of the Exorcist, but im a grown ass man now & my co-worker said it was delish & he was correct-amundo...! plus, it's still kinda cool with this LA rain we've had the past few days. anywhoo, let me get to it before my lunch is over. rest well my frenz & happy new year read more

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I was looking forward to a good Italian dinner on the weekend after a challenging week. My kitchen was being renovated so preparing it myself was out of the question. I ventured to Studio City and stumbled upon this unassuming neighborhood restaurant that specializes in paninis and pasta . . Reviews were good so I figured how can I go wrong. I was told to find any available table and I seated myself right away at a choice table overlooking Ventura. The server came by relatively quickly and asked me if I wanted a drink. I ordered a drink & asked for water as well. He dropped the drink off but brought no water. After trying to get his attention for 10 minutes, I had to ask the cheerful female server that was busy at the counter and also serving tables on the patio to bring me the water. She cheerfully complied. My server then returned to take my order, pasta Lorenzo & side salad. While waiting about 20 minutes until my order arrived, my water glass and beverage glass were both empty. My server never stopped once at my table to ask me if I wanted more. Apparently, he was too busy serving a large table of 10, which was right next to me, to worry about this lone diner. He passed my table numerous times without so much as glancing at my table to see if I needed anything. The kind female server came by on her way back from serving her own tables to ask if I needed a refill of the water and beverage. I told her I did. The food, when it arrived, was almost inedible. The marinara sauce was sticky and gloppy and tasteless and made the pasta soggy.. According to the menu description, there was supposed to be fresh basil and sun dried tomatoes. I saw and tasted none of these items. The few tiny pieces of cubed chicken that it came with were smothered with the tasteless gloppy sauce so I couldn't even pick them out and eat them. Very disappointing meal! After I finished what I could tolerate, my server again was nowhere in sight. I had to ask the nice female server for my check. She asked if I needed a box for the pasta which was only half finished, which of course I declined. She in fact did everything a server is expected to do and with a smile I only wish she was my server, rather than my tattooed server who could not be bothered with me. I don't mind a server paying more attention to a larger group, which could be more demanding than a single diner table. And, of course, there is the expectation of a large tip if he caters to them, which he clearly did, while ignoring my table which was right next to theirs. I wish I received a tenth of the attention they received. I was torn about how much of a tip to leave. I didn't want to stiff him, because I know that the cooking and bus staff work hard but I wanted to send a message.that his service was unacceptable. So I left a 10% tip with the message "Crummy FOOD + Crummy service = Crummy tip". I hope he gave the tip to the other nice server who made up for his lack of service. read more

I'm always on the lookout for a great sandwich. Il Tram does not disappoint. First, their house-made tomato bisque was liquid comfort. I also ordered the Rovente Panini. It was so satisfying. I love the combination of bacon, goat cheese, and arugula. I tasted the pasta dishes my family ordered, they were great too, but the sandwich wins. The staff here was also great. Everybody was super sweet and passionate about the dishes here. The vibes are very European cafe. I can't wait to come back. read more

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First time here, and I'm so glad I stopped by! The food at Il Tramezzino Studio City is absolutely delicious -- everything tastes fresh and full of flavor. The atmosphere is cozy, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Definitely coming back soon! read more

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Today , the service was as amazing as the food so they get 5 stars as I was hoping for ! Love love the Firenze panini and I tried the eggplant tramezzini very tasty . Nice music playing in the background , lovely owner was talking to the guests and going around, Firenze is my go to with chicken here. Go here, thank me later read more

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Definitely will be back! The pasta salad was sooo good Parking is harsh Service was great read more

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Super solid lunch date spot. Was in the area and wanted panini vibes and Tramezzino delivered. While we were deciding, the owner came by and shared the story of the restaurant and his favorite dishes. The staff was AMAZING, very kind and attentive. We got the: Eggplant mini sammich: delicious Cobb salad: really nice and crispy Breast of chicken panini: so good, flavorful with that aioli, and cut into a heart They also have us some pickled vegetables that were nice and a good sauce to dip our chips in. If you're in the area a great place for lunch read more

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Where do I start. Well first of all dirty glassware, and the lack of attention to detail to cleanliness of serviceware and the table that we sat at was completely soiled from the customers that sat at it before. We had to actually ask somebody to wipe it down. Unfortunately, majority of their menu is all purchased from Restaurant Depot. The American inexpensive prosciutto the cheap bread, premade sauces and of course frozen tiramisu that they say is imported lol I ordered a penne pasta dish, which came out with the flavor of a can. Overcooked penne and subpar basic pasta for $20. When I let the Server know of my dissatisfaction, I got nothing but attitude. I believe his name was RYAN. Nothing but an attitude, snatching the menu from my hands after I re-order, of course having to flag them down to take my order as my lunch colleague was already finished eating his food by the time my order was placed. I had the fig goat cheese. Prosciutto sandwich was again below subpar. No flavor of anything quality just restaurant depot cheap product. I highly recommend that you beware of these busy restaurants because they have a line out the door on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. Sad enough there is no parking not to be surprised and there are always accidents waiting to happen out front. I highly recommend avoiding this restaurant by all means unless you're just desperate for a bite to eat and you really don't care about quality versus price ?!!! What is happening to our standards and food service industry? A quick new note the owner instead of trying to make right with us and or find out the root of the problem, decided to message me on the back end and cuss me out. I guess this is what they do to everybody who post a negative review or has a bad experience read more

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Il tram has always been my spot for decades now when I need comfort. Service is top notch and patio seating is a plus. They are also very dog friendly and Teddy loves his turkey. I always do the chardonnay, the lunch combo with the chicken special panini, extra crispy, no sun dried tomatoes, reg tomatoes instead, with a side of Cesar salad. You also have to save room for the strawberry nutella panini pressed croissant, it is just divine. read more

Absolutely horrible. Avoid at all costs. I came in for a quick bite on the go. Was told there is only table seating. Took a seat and ordered what seemed the quickest, little paninis. The waitress, Kelsie, brought out the sandwiches both of which had mayonnaise on them. The menu didn't say that. But she said the menu did. So I asked to see the menu. It didn't say that and I pointed it out. As if a person who can't eat mayo would not have a lifetime of experience looking for that word on menus. She said flatly and with a rude tone: "well it comes with it." Just a blank stare back. I said it really should say it somewhere. She then says "you know what I'll just refund your money" really flat and like she's somehow upset with me. No apology. No asking if they could remake it. Nothing but attitude for something I didn't cause. I just left the sandwiches uneaten in the table and said she was really horrible. And she said "thanks." I have not seen such disregard for customer experience in years. How can they stay in business with this sort of staffing? read more

Love it here! I am stuck on the 2 sandwiches... grilled chicken breast panini and the Firenze panini. The chicken is my favorite!!!! Always consistent! The Firenze was OK today. Not sure if they changed the turkey or what but it wasn't as good as it usually is. The bread was perfect...nice and crispy (like I like it). The taste was just not there today....hubby said the same thing and he usually prefers the Firenze over the chicken (but not today). The basil/pesto cream is delish!!!! Today we added one of the trammezini cute lil sandwiches to try...they are small (which is what I like) and a good starter for a lil appetizer. It comes pressed with the cheese melted. Really good. Hubby loved it! There is 5 or 6 of those to choose from. Service is always so nice! No complaints! read more

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I really wanted to love IL Tram, but unfortunately it's just not it for me -- at least when it comes to paninis. I'm a panini girl through and through, and a chicken pesto panini is usually my go-to. I've ordered it from here before and found it bland and flavorless. Recently, I was craving a panini again and my husband placed the order for me. I forgot to tell him not to order from here, and sure enough, it was the same disappointment. The sandwich lacks flavor, has way too many sun-dried tomatoes, and the sauce just doesn't do it for me. While the sauce does help slightly, it's still not enough to make the panini feel satisfying or meaningful. Maybe I'm ordering the wrong thing, and maybe other items on the menu shine more, but as someone who loves a good chicken pesto panini, this one misses the mark for me. I'd probably give this place about a 3.5-star rating overall. I'm open to trying something different in the future, but I definitely won't be coming here again if I'm specifically craving a panini. read more

What an amazing restaurant, with a wonderful staff to match its delicious food. We are regulars here, so we may be biased, but everyone we've sent here has agreed. The paninis are to die for, and they have the best gluten free panini bread I've ever had. The vibes are always upbeat and so is the staff. It has a nice homey feel to it which we love. Again, want to reiterate how nice the staff is, Chris always takes care of us (and our pup as you can see) along with the rest of the crew. I highly recommend you give it a try, you won't regret it! read more

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Their salads and chicken special never disappoints. Use to frequent their Tarzana location back in 2007 before it closed down. I come to the studio city one now whenever I get a chance and I'm always pleased. read more

Love this place so much. Have been going for years and years. Chicken panini doesn't get old. with some torshi and salt and vinegar chips. Yum! The bruschetta is bomb and the ceased salad and chop salad is so good!!! Service is great as well. It can get busy but the vibes overall are always great. read more

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$20 panini with $3 for adding jalapenos. Wow! The sandwich was well made, but. It $20 level

Been coming here since high school which is over 15 years ago so you know the food is good and consistent. My wife and I brought our kids here who enjoyed it who are toddlers. read more

This is my 2nd visit here and it was equally as good as my first visit. The bruschetta was the best I've ever had. My son really enjoyed his fettuccini Alfredo with chicken. I devoured my salmon salad. Lawrence took care of us and was super friendly, helpful, and attentive. Thanks for the great dinner and service! read more

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If loving the Chicken Special at Il Tramezzino is wrong, I don't want to be right. This sandwich is basically the Beyoncé of the menu -- always stealing the spotlight, never missing a beat, and absolutely iconic. I've been coming to this charming little gem in Studio City for *decades*, and let me tell you: consistency is their superpower. Il Tramezzino is like that friend who always shows up -- no drama, just great vibes and even better food. The place has that cozy, welcoming feel that makes you want to hang out long after your sandwich is gone (but don't worry, you'll order another one). Every time I think I *might* try something new, the Chicken Special gives me the look -- you know the one -- and suddenly I'm in a committed relationship again. Tasty bread, perfectly grilled chicken, melty cheese, and a little something magical that I swear they don't tell us about. Long story short: this spot is a Studio City treasure, and the Chicken Special is my forever sandwich. 10/10, would (and will) eat again. Ignore the naysayers {Chef who(?)} and take this foodie at her word, you won't be sorry you did! read more

i had a great dinner tonight at il tramezzino! we ordered their famous special chicken panini, which was good but a little dry-- so it was better with a side of their famous pesto garlic sauce. the penne formaggio had an amazing cheese pull with both buffalo mozzarella and goat cheese. the tiramisu is imported from Milan, Italy and is absolutely delicious, especially paired with their fluffy italian cappuccino. the service was attentive and fast! i appreciated how our table was taken care of. the restaurant is very casual. 4 stars only because of the limited pasta menu- no different noodle types, sauces, or meat options. + the pasta was good but not amazing! read more

I found this place through someone's Instagram and looked up the menu and knew I had to try their paninis! I usually never find parking on Ventura Blvd but was pleasantly surprised to find one across the street (there is NO parking lot, you either valet or street park) You do wait for a table or you can order for pickup. We waited for a table and waited about 5 minutes before we were able to sit. They were really busy so we waited about 10 minutes before a server came to give us menus. We sat on the back patio and it was really cute! Once we ordered, we only waited about 15 minutes for our food and the presentation was so cute!! Any time my food comes served in a heart shape, I have high hopes for it tasting good, and let me tell ya... this was one of the best paninis I've ever had in my life! I got the Grilled Breast of Chicken and it was SO good! It came with chicken, sun dried tomatoes, avocado and a basil garlic sauce. It had the perfect crunch and was the perfect size. As far as the "aesthetic" of the place goes... docking one star because My partner went and used the restroom and he said it was pretty dirty in there (poop splatters ON top of the toilet seat) and since we went during a busy time, not sure how often they clean in there.... but other than that, this place was great and I can't wait to come back for the food! read more

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NAKED PLATES A friend in the valley invited me to lunch here over the weekend. When we arrived around 11:45AM on a Sunday, we practically had the place to ourselves. Despite the heat, we sat on the patio, where misters attempted to keep it cool Our server soon brought us drinks - an Arnold Palmer ($3.95) for my pal and a Passion Fruit Ice Tea ($3.95) for me. Both come with free refills as do some of their other beverages. We both opted for paninis, which are all $17.95 each. I was was torn between the Venezia and the Firenze, but our helpful server recommended the Firenze. I'm glad she did! This flavorful grilled ciabotto was filled with oven roasted turkey breast, a tiny bit of avocado, arugula, roma tomato, buffalo (misspelled on the menu) mozzarella and their awesome signature chili mayo. I was surprised, however, that it arrived on a cute plate with absolutely no garnish. This would have looked much more inviting if were prettily plated with some arugula and a bit of tomato. When you're paying almost $18 for a sandwich, it needs too look like it's worth it. My companion chose the Speziato - turkey, harvarti cheese, sliced jalapenos avocado, bacon and spicy aioli sauce - which lacked a finishing touch of greens as well. Since she has health issues, she specifically requested "no jalapenos." Clearly, someone didn't listen as you can see in the photo one of the jalapenos she picked out of her panini. Since they were stingy with the avocado in her panini, too, she ordered a side of it for $3.95. We were stunned when all they brought was a quarter of a sickly looking avocado. We had to give the all-gender bathroom, which is outside of the restaurant, a C-. Since it only accommodates one person at a time, the wait time was lengthy. Plus, there were no paper towels. Valet parking is available, but if you want to walk off the carbs, there's plenty of street parking in the neighborhood, south of Ventura Blvd. While the food was good, and the free refills are great, with a few tweaks, this little Italian cafe could be Il Tra-mendous. read more

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We took our usual evening 3-4 mile walk along the river and decided we wanted some dinner so walked down Ventura Blvd and stopped here to see if it they had something we wanted to eat. We were greeted by Camille, who couldn't have been nicer and more friendly and found us a table outdoors where we weren't overcome by traffic noise. While deciding what food we wanted we had a nice conversation with Camille both about food to order and discussed fun things about both of our personal lives. We ordered both the chicken and tuna pannini's and both were delish, and my wife enjoyed her side salad as well. We both highly recommend this restaurant and will be coming back and turning friends on to it. read more

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There were a lot of people here but there were tables open. Service is good, they're all friendly. - Penne Milano 5/5 Creamy tomato sauce, with chicken and tomatoes and olives and basil. This pasta sauce is delicious! Its not too creamy nor is it too tomato-y. - Sandwich: Salerno 5/5 (RECOMMEND) Oh man... where to begin with this sandwich? It's VERY tasty. I normally don't dream about sandwiches but DANG. THIS SANDWICH IS SO GOOD. I just had it and I'm still thinking about it!! It's sweet, savory, bitter, spicy. All in a good way. Parking is street parking! read more

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