Charming laidback outdoor courtyard setting nestled in trees and a lively kitchen-view, counter…read moreseating inside. The menu is inviting with plenty of great options without being overwhelming. Less is more. But let's talk art (culinary, that is). The dishes certainly deserve main features. To start "the best Caesar salad in LA" and I quote which was certainly true. Grilled octopus charred on the inside and juicy at the center. Spicy pomodoro is perfectly al dente and a well-balanced sauce. But, my favorite-- the agnolotti! Wow, melt in your mouth! The flavor profiles of corn, crème fraiche, and old bay were delicious. My only wish -- larger serving of this (smallest pasta serving on the menu). To complete it, banana pudding tiramisu -- delicious too with a firm center and oozy outside. Atala was wonderful and very sweet. Recommendation: come with a group of at least 4 to try more on the menu -- the large plates (branzino and ribeye) looked excellent! Definitely a worthwhile visit.

I have to admit, I don't eat pasta very often, but damn... the pasta here was amazing…read more Getting a reservation was surprisingly easy through OpenTable, which was a huge plus. We came on a Thursday night as a group of four and the place was pretty busy. From everything I've heard, Cento is one of the more popular pasta spots in LA right now, so I was excited to finally try it. We started with the radicchio salad which was delicious. Light, refreshing, and tangy, a great way to start the meal. For pasta, we ordered the Spicy Pomodoro, Sweet Corn Agnolotti, Broccoli Bucatini, and the Cavatelli Finocchio. Honestly, it was hard to pick a favorite because every single one was excellent. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, the sauces were flavorful, and each dish felt unique. My only complaint is that the portions are a little small. I understand they're meant for sharing, but to be honest I probably could have eaten all four by myself. At around $30 per plate, this definitely isn't a cheap meal. One thing that was a little disappointing was that it was my fiancée's birthday and I had noted it on the reservation. We noticed another table receiving what looked like a special birthday dessert, but nothing was mentioned for us. My fiancée didn't want me to ask about it, so we just let it go and ended up getting dessert elsewhere. Not a huge deal, but it was a bit of a letdown. That said, the food itself was absolutely outstanding. If you're a pasta lover, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Take your loved one here!…read more The guanciale pizza is to die for. Fatty pork jowl with cheese on hand made pizza dough is DELICIOUS! Take someone you love to here just to spend some quality time with that particular person.

Heard great things about this place and finally got to try this place out! Was definitely surprised…read moreby how lively it was inside - the setting/mood felt like a mix of casual but fancy. Ordered a bunch of things to share with a group of people: a few appetizers, pizzas and pastas. Everything we ordered tasted good but sadly nothing really stood out to me. Would definitely come back though just for the vibes. Parking can be tricky to find with the limited spots available on the streets but luckily they do have valet parking. I think our group was just unlucky that night because after paying for valet, they forgot about us. We thought our cars were parked somewhere off site so we waited over 20 minutes outside before we asked them for an ETA. Turns out they still had our car keys locked away and didn't even realize we were waiting for our cars.

Love the atmosphere and the food was amazing. Our server Alleck's recommendations were spot on…read more Made our experience that much more enjoyable. Will definitely be coming back.

Yesterday I stopped in to Oste to get my favorite Funghi Pinsa. Upon ordering the waiter told me…read morethat the owner changed the base to a mushroom sauce. Okay, I'll give it a go.... What came out had a nice subtle creamy mushroom sauce instead of the truffle oil. That would have been okay, but without the unctuousness of the truffle oil the crust was too dry and lacking in flavor. Unfortunately, also the cheese has been changed as well. The cheese is no longer the tasty flavorful buttery semi-soft and creamy shredded scamorrza. It now has a pedestrian, flavorless, stretchy and stringy run-of-the-mill mozzarella. Sorry to say that Oste is no longer the 5 star pinsa of choice for me....unless they can revert or figure out how to change to a more delectable funghi pie. For those of us in the know...we can request and still order the original super delicious Funghi Pizza. Just tell them you want to order the original Funghi Pinsa...It's sooo amazingly good Also had the Salted Caramel Chocolate Ganache Tart. OMG so good! Loved it

we loved our server TINA more than anything. HEAVEN MEAL…read more Caroline and Ozzie made us feel like queens.

Michael was such a fun server, had great food recommendations, and even better cocktails. I will be…read moreback soon!

Definitely between a 4 and 5, but I'll round up because the pasta itself was really good…read more We ordered the crab dip, the carbonara and the uni pasta. It started with a sad looking bread and salad so we did not have our hopes up. Then we got the appetizer crab dip and it tasted a little burned. If this is how you start, don't be discouraged. The pasta really turned this whole thing around. The uni pasta was rich and creamy and packed with uni flavor. The carbonara was probably in the top 5 for carbonaras that we've ever had. Service was great and the restaurant had a quaint, super humble look but at least it was clean. Good location if you're doing something near little tokyo.

I came here because a friend recommended it as a great spot for Japanese-style pasta, and it…read moreabsolutely lived up to the hype. The mentaiko pasta and squid ink pasta were both incredible--I completely fell in love with them! The atmosphere was perfect for conversation, and time seemed to fly by while we were sitting and enjoying our meal. It was such a pleasant and memorable experience. The service was also excellent, making the whole visit even better. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

Went for a work happy hour. Great food and better service. T is the man!!! He made the experience…read morefull

A friend made a last minute reservation for here and it was a worthy choice. Service was swift from…read moreseating to getting served our dinner. Our table was outside perched on a grassy knoll with a view of the downtown city scape....it set the tone for a beautiful ambiance although our large table was positioned at a slant which made our family style meals awkward to reach. Our server was particularly helpful in our decision to get the steak to share. It was delicious and cooked perfectly. It was definitely a highlight to our meal that will likely encourage us to return. We really enjoyed the experience here but be aware that most of their dining tables for parties greater than 2 are outdoors. (The smaller tables are in the bar area inside.) So you might want to consider the weather first before you dine here.

Really loved my time at Donna's. Came here for my sister's birthday dinner and it was amazing…read more The hostesses and our server were fantastic. Appreciated o how our server recommended some of her favorites on the menu. Definitely try the arugula salad if you want to change it up a bit from the usual Caesar salad. The garlic bread was a hit! It was a great mix of buttery on the inside and crispy on the outside. Chicken parm and fusilli was also sooo good! I'd recommend to do family style and share so you can try more of the menu items. The interior is very clean and beautiful. The lighting is a bit dim but it adds to the vibes of the restaurant. Will definitely come back!

Donnas was absolutely perfect! The ambiance reminds of if literal small Italy cafe vibes, very…read moreintimate. Our server Hannah was absolutely kind and sweet. Definitely would come back again!   Garlic Bread (5/5) I honestly don't say this lightly, but this is probably the best garlic bread I have ever had in my entire life. The outside was crusty and crispy and the inside of the bread was to die for. Super soft and warm with oogey, gooey buttery-ness with each slice. There are small garlic pieces inside, but that's what explodes the bread with amazing flavor. If there's anything you need to get, it's the garlic bread for sure.   Caesar Salad (5/5) Also an amazing starter! I love how each bit of lettuce was coated with cheese, so every single bite had some love in it. Croutons added a nice crunch for texture. Solid to begin your meals with.    Chicken Parmesan (5/5) Size was large, so please come hungry! The chicken was breaded perfectly and the sauce wasn't too heavy at all. Everything paired so nicely with each other. Basil added a nice aromatic touch to the dish without overpowering it. Amazing meal.

The best authentic Neapolitan pizza I've had in los Angeles. The crust was incredible, the cheese…read morewas perfect, and the arugula prosciutto pizza was outstanding. The Caesar salad was really good, and the branzino was honestly one of the best I've ever had - great presentation too. The kitchen staff in the back were some latino dudes but tbey clearly know what they're doing because the food tasted very authentic and well executed. I'm giving 3 stars for service because we waited way too long for our bottle of wine. When it finally came out, it wasn't the bottle I ordered, and our waitress Lauren insisted it was the same thing, which felt insulting because it was obviously not the same vintage - it was off by two years. At that point, I just wanted some wine already, so l let it go. That said, the ambiance was great, and the food alone makes this place worth visiting.

Would I recommend this restaurant? Not really…read more From the outside, the restaurant looks okay and doesn't particularly stand out, but once you walk inside, it's very cute and nicely decorated. The atmosphere is pleasant. Sitting outside in their back patio was enjoyable, while the indoor dining area is cozy and aesthetically pleasing. Everything looks appealing and well-presented, but unfortunately, much of the food lacked flavor. I ordered the Pappardelle Genovese pasta, and although it looked delicious and had plenty of meat, it was surprisingly bland. I even added sea salt to try to enhance the flavor, but it was still only average. The pizza wasn't bad, but it's not something I would order again. The drinks were fine and looked cute, but nothing particularly memorable. My favorite item was the beet salad. It was delicious and well balanced, with mixed greens, goat cheese, hazelnuts, and a balsamic vinaigrette. That was definitely the standout dish of the meal. Overall, the ambiance, decor, and presentation were better than the food itself. While it's a nice place to visit and enjoy the atmosphere, I probably wouldn't return for the food.