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    J Trani's Ristorante

    4.4 (666 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    J TRANI'S RISTORANTE ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Calamari very different and very good!
    Lorena V.

    "We had an amazing experience at J. Trani's Ristorante! We were celebrating my husband's birthday, and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our growing and changing party size. The customer service was top-notch, the restaurant itself is beautiful, and the food was fresh and delicious. Totally worth it!"

    Caesar Salad
    Katelynn R.

    Made a reservation for 2 and we sat at the bar. The food was absolutely delicious. Pizza was piping hot and the best crust I've had in a while. The bartender was wonderful and attentive. The tiramisu is the best I've ever had (and I don't even like tiramisu). Inside is absolutely beautiful too.

    Menu August 2026
    Lenny L.

    We went here on a busy Sunday night with no reservation. We were seated at the bar with the party at 5. That was a plus on there their reception staff. The bar area was lively and had the dodger game on so we were watching while we reviewing the menu. We decided on the calamari, new style and the carpaccio swordfish both were very good. I would order those appetizers again. Main course we had the butternut squash ravioli and Bacon and corn pizza. We also shared the Caesar salad. Our entrees were good but I couldn't say I would order either one of them again. On the pizza I was expecting actual corn kernels and the sweet corn was used as the sauce of the pizza and bacon bits were scattered skimpily. Ravioli was ok, but not enough sauce. For dessert we had gelato and that was good. Our server seemed disinterested. She made my experience underwhelming. I would come back for the appetizer and drinks. I will give this place another try.

    Pasta
    Juan S.

    Visiting the area and my brother gave the recommendation to try. At first I was expecting something completely different from the outside and when I came inside it had this old school feel and loved it! Service was great and food overall was 10/10. The Scallops......Compliments to whoever came up with that recipe! Wow! Amazing and Unforgettable!!!

    Exterior
    David A.

    If there wasn't a minimum character requirement for reviews, this review would simply say: "YEAH!" My friend who is a local San Pedran (San Pedro-an?) said this place is THE BEST Italian restaurant, to which I said "say less." I had the Sunday sauce, which is a short rib ragu in bolognese sauce. When I started eating it, my mind's analogue was instantly beef birria. Such a delicious fall apart texture. For dessert we had Crème brûlée and that was no slouch. The seasonal berries atop it were the pièce de résistance if we're going to switch nationalities to French in this review. My friend is traditionally a chicken marsala guy, but he had the lasagna here and said he fell in love. The service was impeccable. I couldn't have asked for a more picture perfect atmosphere with traditional dimly lit booth and table seating. It was like a movie. The music felt appropriate for a 4th-generation traditional Italian restaurant. Hurry up and come to J. Trani's!

    Interesting red wines list
    Anna V.

    Really great first experience! This place came recommended by a friend and man was it a solid recommendation! We were originally a little bummed that the menu prices were higher than other older menus posted here on Yelp (I took new photos to add though), but I do think the food was worth the price with how gourmet the pasta felt. We split a pasta and a pizza and left with enough for leftovers! We also enjoyed the $3 gelatos for dessert (two scoops per order!!!). Our server was super friendly and even brought out the bottle of wine that I ordered a glass from so I could take a photo for later. That wine was seriously a good one! Loved the little old house vibe of the outside and the sort of midwest rustic inside.

    16oz Rib Eye
    C G H.

    This spot has that quaint, local neighborhood vibe -- the kind of place where people gather with friends, hang out at the bar, and linger over drinks. My friends frequent it often and really enjoy it, so I had high hopes. For me, it was good... but not quite crave-worthy. The garlic bread was basic. Nothing bad about it, just nothing that made me think about it afterward. The truffle carbonara had solid flavor, but it was very rich -- a small portion was more than enough for me. The Caesar salad was fresh, though a little heavy on the pepper for my liking. The Chicken Madeira was good -- juicy chicken and a flavorful sauce, though it leaned slightly sweet. To be fair, I don't order Chicken Madeira often and I split it with a friend, so my knowledge on the dish is mediocre. Overall, everything else seemed solid. A few people at our table ordered the ribeye, and the swordfish and I have to admit -- it looked delicious. I'm not writing this place off. I'll definitely be back to try that ribeye.

    Roasted Maple Leaf Duck and pork chop
    Nora H.

    Absolutely amazing dining experience. The ambiance, the lighting, service, and food are all top tier. We wanted something perfect for an anniversary date night and it exceeded our expectations. Ive passed this place many times but never knew it was a hidden gem. Parking on the street is plenty and some next door. We ordered the bluefin tuna appetizer which was small but the flavors complemented each other so nicely. I ordered the duck entree which was cooked beautifully. The pork chop was huge and so tasty, even came w a decent size serving of delicious pasta. The cocktails I got were the mezcal and cucumber tequila ones. They were both delicious, refreshing, and packed a punch. Honestly such a great vibe for an intimate dinner w friends or family. We will definitely be back very soon.

    Bone in Pork Chop Parmesan

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    Love the environment. Feels like you're going back in time. Friendly and helpful service. The caramelized pear pizza was great.

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    Such good food and excellent service. Where I go when I crave pasta! Their pizzas and salads are tasty too. Never disappoints.

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    Love Love Love! Best food, great staff and nice vibes. New style calamari is a must. Nothing on the menu will disappoint

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    Really cool place to dine, when you walk in, it's like you entered a time warp, but inviting and the food was amazing!

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    Ask the Community - J Trani's Ristorante

    Is there a dress code?

    Not that I know of.

    Suitable for Anniversary?

    Yes most definitely! It is a quiet ambiance! Great mood lighting!

    Will the restaurant open for brunch around new years?

    Do they have gluten free pasta?

    Sometimes

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