A very lovely restaurant with incredible ambiance. My friend and I stopped here on a Thursday evening before seeing a musical nearby. We got very lucky and found parking right in front at a meter. We got sat immediately and our server, Christopher, was quick to get our drink orders and then our food orders. The inside was lovely and you can tell this is definitely a restaurant meant for a nice evening dinner. There was a pianist playing the entire time and Christopher even sang a song (I asked him after about him singing and every server sings! It's a requirement to work there! That's super cool). I thought the menu wasn't too exciting--all things you'd see at Italian restaurants similar to this vibe and price range. I got the vermicelli pomodoro and enjoyed it! My friend got the spaghetti and meatballs and also liked it. Id definitely come back and try more of the menu when I feel like splurging :) read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I tried to make reservations for this restaurant however, they were booked. I called and they recommended we stop by letting us know there maybe a wait. We went in preparing to brace ourselves for long wait; the hostess seated us immediately. Our server was very attentive. He made wonderful recommendations. The food was served promptly; it fresh and delicious! The pianist was absolutely gifted with a beautiful Playlist. He made the dining experience nothing short of enchanting! We look forward to returning. read more

My kids surprised me with lunch here on Mother's Day. I was so happy they did! I had been wanting to come here for a long time! Walking in we were greeted by the hostess that was so nice. We had reservations so we got seated very quickly. The decor of the restaurant was so cool. To all the wine bottles hanging on the ceiling , to the piano on the up stairs level (that I can only think they must have someone playing on certain days), to the detailed wood on the seats and ceilings. I absolutely loved the ambiance of this place. Our waiter was very attentive and kind. He brought us out fresh dinner rolls with butter and they were absolutely delicious. We ordered ourselves garlic cheese bread as an appetizer. Really tasty. I ordered myself the chicken Parmesan that came with spaghetti on the side. The hubs ordered lasagna and my sone got his with meat balls. My daughter ordered the chicken Alfredo. My chicken Parmesan was cooked perfectly! Now let me tell you about the spaghetti!! It was cooked al dente ( just the way I like it) and the marinara sauce was so perfect!! I cannot wait to come back again to try something else on the menu. I almost forgot I ordered myself a cannoli for dessert that was absolutely delicious!! read more

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First time dining here and I was pleased. food is great, big serving and authentic italian taste. Our server was nice, he welcomed us and seated in a nice booth with a staff singing nearby. Bathroom is well-maintained. Parking is walking distance and complicated since theres a lot of private property nearby, read the street signs to avoid parking violation, that's why I gave 4 stars. Overall, it's a fun place to dine in. read more

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This place is old Los Angeles in the best possible way. Not fake-old. Not Instagram-old. Real, survived-the-decades old. Lunch here with my friend Michael felt like stepping onto a movie set where Italy had a baby with a Golden Age Hollywood set designer, and nobody ever told them to update anything--because why would you? The red booths, the murals, the dim lighting... it's part trattoria, part time machine. Miceli's Italian Restaurant has been holding court since the late 1940s, back when Hollywood still wore suits to lunch and martinis were considered a food group. You can feel it the second you walk in. This place has seen deals, dates, heartbreak, auditions, and probably a few quiet meltdowns in the bathroom mirror. I ordered the meatball sub, expecting something decent. What I got instead was a small religious experience. For all that is holy, it came with a side of marinara--unasked, unprompted, and deeply appreciated. That's not a menu choice. That's wisdom. That's someone in the kitchen saying, "We know how this is supposed to be eaten." The meatballs were tender, sauced properly, and unapologetically old-school. No foam. No reinterpretation. Just food doing its job. Service was excellent--warm, attentive, and human. Not scripted. Not rushed. The kind of service that reminds you restaurants used to be about hospitality, not just turnover metrics. Prices? Fair. Shockingly fair for Hollywood. Another relic from a time before everyone lost their damn minds. Next time--and there will be a next time--I'm going for the lasagna, because if the meatball sub is any indication, they understand the fundamentals. read more

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First we attended an event at the Egyptian Theater around the corner. Everything here went well. We were seated right away with a choice of tables. The waiter was very good with quick service. I ordered chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. With a bit of added sugar, the sauce was delicious. The ceiling is covered with hanging wine bottles. The outsides are individually decorated. We had a very nice experience here. read more

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My husband and his best friends grew up in Hollywood. This afternoon it was a day going down memory lane. Movie at the Egyptian and dinner at Miceli's. Never been before. Definitely old school Hollywood haunt. Live piano and waiters singing. We ordered before the entertainment started. Unbeknownst to me our waiter was one of the singers. Very wonderful voice. Dinner came, mine Chicken Parmigiana. What a gorgeous plate of food. The chicken was tender, the sauce was flavorful with cheese on top. Was so yummy! Husband and friend ordered the lasagna with sausage. They said it was awesome as they remembered. I hope to go back and have some of the other choices. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Lasagna with sausage - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Our new favorite Italian restaurant. Super cozy, great service, and amazing food. We will be back!

The restaurant basically transports you. Live piano music and the waitstaff all sing. The food is authentic and great. They servers will help make recommendations if you're unsure what to get. Fresh Italian. The garlic bread with cheese is a must. The portions are more than enough for 2 people. read more

We took the kids to Hollywood for a musical and stopped in here for dinner. Staff were very friendly and seated us immediately without a reservation. The waiter was great and had an incredible voice. The piano player was amazing and fun, and we all enjoyed the food. Place has a nice vibe and would be great for a date, too. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Empty wine bottles decorating ceiling - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Miceli's (both locations), are part of my GOAT series of reviews. While I haven't been for years, it is as classic as could be and offers everything worthwhile: romantic, delicious, and all the classic Italian dishes -- nothing nouveau about it with it's old style red booths, wood carvings, and 6000 wine bottles hanging. The staff takes turns occasionally singing, too. Very cool. My favorite memory: an original waitress from the 1949 opening, loved me. She once barreled down my date, knocking her over, to get to me. We laughed and laughed. My favorite dishes: loved the pizzas, chicken parm, and chicken marsala, for sure, but I often ordered a vegetarian dish made with tons of red onion and mushrooms in a thick tomato sauce (I think it's Spaghetti Siciliano, but not 100% certain). read more

Love this place. The piano player and the servers singing. Always fun! Our food was great. Veggie lasagna and Eggplant Parmigiana were delicious and not a scrap left on the plates. Left there in plenty of time to attend Pantages theatre event. read more

I love Micellis! I've been going to their Studio City location since I was a kid! This was my first time visiting the Hollywood location, it's a bit smaller but is more wheelchair friendly for my grandma. The service was fantastic! My grandma is in a wheelchair and has mild dementia and they were so great to her! The service really made the night. I got the eggplant parm and it was delicious! We all shared a pizza and it was very good! I also love the clam pizza(don't knock it til you try it). I got a Negroni and my grandma got a grasshopper and the drinks were great! Highly recommend! read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ordered takeout from here today and it was delicious!!! I always drive by here on Ventura and have been wanting to try. We got the salad (which is something that just reminds you of your childhood) it's classic Italian. Simple and great. Also got arribiata spaghetti and garlic spaghetti. Both were fantastic, the flavor was on point, We got the best rolls of bread, put some butter in and there you go. Taking away one star because they didn't include any parm or red pepper for the pasta which would have been nice. I'll be back! Try this place out if you're in the area looking for a classic Italian spot, lowkey, read more

We had the most amazing Saturday night at Miceli's in Hollywood. We made a res but not sure if it's always necessary. We had a seat right by the live piano player. Our server Oliver was absolutely incredible and even sang a few songs with the piano. It was such a fun dining experience experience unlike others in LA, took my back to the 90s. We wanted a fun old hollywood experience as locals and that's exactly what we got. The house Chianti was also great and for a fair price. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Interior of restaurant - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

​I'm not sure if I can say this was the worst food I've ever had. It just came frustratingly close to being completely disappointing. My wife and I and our group really wanted to like Miceli's Italian in Hollywood. It's such a charming, old school place, and it was so busy that I thought the food would be amazing here. ​The biggest tragedy is that the staff was so nice, and the service itself was very good. The kitchen seriously needs to up their game. ​Our timing was poor. We had a show to attend, and the pace was extremely slow. We waited a full 45 minutes just for our appetizer combo, and it was an hour later when our main food finally arrived. This forced us to rush through the meal, which made the disappointment sting even more. ​The food issues started immediately: the appetizer combo was room temperature at best, and the marinara sauce was completely cold. We couldn't eat it, but our waiter was kind enough to remove it from our bill. Aside from the pizza, the bread, and the house salads, nothing else hit the mark. ​For our main course, my wife and I both had the Chicken Piccanti. This dish was nothing special, and the temperature inconsistency was weird. The chicken was cold and dry, the pasta was warm, and only the veggies were hot. It was clear the components weren't plated together in time. ​All in all, we were very disappointed. Perhaps our expectations were too high, but Miceli's needs to work hard on consistency and temperature control. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Dinner before a show - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Let's start by saying I only give it a 2 star cause the pizzas not bad compared to rest of the food and service. I grew up in Studio City and I've been to Miceli's many times. In all the times that I have been there, the food was always good and the service was excellent as well. I really don't know what happened in the last 15 years since I've been there, but let me tell you, there was three people in the restaurant, they ran out of veal, steak, and other items, and the service was horrible. I ordered a pizza (not bad) and spaghetti with meat sauce. Spaghetti tasted like the sauce came out of a can. My friend ordered seafood linguine, and it was just bad... I will never come back again. read more

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The live piano music starts at 5:30 p.m. and it is delightful. Three separate servers sang during our dinner and they were all good. The bruschetta was pretty good. The garlic cheese bread was pretty good and you get a huge portion. The entrees (Fettuccine Micelli, chicken parmigiana, ravioli) were edible. That's as kind as I can be. I could say a lot more but I don't like being negative on Yelp. Our server (who was also one of the singers) was terrific. He was friendly and checked in on us often to make sure all was well. I love old restaurants and the decor is cool. When Yelp recently and improperly listed this place as being "permanently closed," I emailed Yelp twice to get that designation taken down (which it was). But no good deed goes unpunished. Let's just say they could and should do a lot better with the food and I hope they do so. I'm giving them four stars because of the singers and decor and history. But I'm being generous. read more

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I came here with my son chasing the Hollywood History that Miceli's offers and hoping for a little ghost hunting as mentioned in the book Gourmet Ghosts. We didn't find any ghosts, but we did have an excellent time. It was a rainy day and Miceli's had a wonderful cozy ambience. We know this restaurant is one of the oldest Italian restaurants in Hollywood and there are a lot of rumours about who used to eat here. We did find the pig from the original Pig n Whistle restaurant that the owner of Miceli's rescued when the aforementioned restaurant burned down. The service was good. I was not a fan of the chicken picatta (rubbery) and the waiter was gracious enough to bring me an entirely new entree. My son was very happy with his order and my new entree of eggplant parmiagiana was good. I don't think you should come here expecting transcendent Italian food, but you should come here for a decent lunch and especially the atmosphere. I've lived in LA forever and I can't believe the number of places that have come and gone. It is so nice to see a place that has stood the test of time. You're dining in the same spot as so many Hollywood denizens before you. read more

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Been dining at Miceli's for 40 years . The food is great and the ambience rustic feeling and the dash of piano is always a wonderful experience! read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Lovely decor, lovely vibes with some of the most god awful pasta I've ever had. That meat sauce tastes like they opened a can of tomato paste and added meat. I don't think it's ever been near a fresh tomato. My waiter walked past us repeatedly while my glass was empty. He basically ignored us the entire time. We had to ask the lovely food runner to help us and she did because she's lovely. Come for the history but don't expect much of the food or the service. read more

Miceli's is an old school Italian restaurant located just off Hollywood Blvd. and very close to the Dolby Theater, Grauman's Chinese Theater and the Jimmy Kimmel show. I had lunch there last week. Inside it is dark with a lot of interesting decor, Italian themed of course with background music to match. I ordered the Linguini Pescatore for $32 and chose the white broth over the red option. A complimentary warm bread basket arrived shortly after with oil and butter for dinner. Within 15 minutes later the entree arrived in a big bowl. It was a large serving of food with a massive amount of seafood included. Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Scallops, Shrimp and Fish. Seriously, I was impressed and can't remember when I have ordered this dish anywhere that came with this much seafood content. To say that it was filling would be an understatement! It was good tasting too and I would like to try it with the red broth next time. The only negative to the meal was that it was soupy with too much of the broth at the bottom of the bowl. Table service during the meal was very good. The only parking option I observed was metered street parking. I like Miceli's and would be happy to return. read more

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What an amazing quiet restaurant just off of the chaotic mad max world that is Hollywood blvd. Come at 5:30pm on a Saturday and enjoy a live piano player that adds the perfect background noise. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ambience is key. Looking for a fun date restaurant? How bout a family dinner? This is the spot. From bottles of wine hanging from the ceiling, to pictures of the Mona Lisa, this is a fun dim lit traditional Italian restaurant. To add, they often have live piano and singer. Now that I got that out of the way...the food is three stars. I mean the pesto pasta is noticeably great, but the pizza is just ok and the fried appetizers are too fried. I will say they have a nice house cabernet and also offer cold peroni, solidifying that Italian vibe. There is plenty of street parking. Everytime I come here I get seated right away, so this makes a great option if you you have been walking up and down hollywood blvd all day and just want to wind down a bit. Tip: Service is a bit low staffed, which is disappointing, so expect to flag a server down for your second drink. read more

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Miceli's has ALWAYS been my favorite Italian Restaurant since I was a kid. Well known for their Pizza and Lasagna, EVERYTHING ON THE MENU THAT I'VE TRIED IS EXCELLENT (I have never tried the Veal because I don't eat veal). Service is top notch and the nights when the waiters and waitresses sing ... That's an added bonus. It's ALWAYS BEEN A FAMILY ENVIRONMENT FOR ME (over 40 years). I would love to find the bottle of wine my parents signed (I believe over 4000 bottles are hanging from the ceiling now). Lot's of history and lot's of memories at Miceli's (in Hollywood) for me. Go and start making memories of your own read more

I'd go back just for the singing and the vibes. I loved the live piano player and the waiters that would pop up and start singing. The ambience is great but definitely hard to see the menu lol. The cheesy garlic bread was really good, I would definitely order it again. I also had the rigatoni, it was decent but not something I would recommend. I would go back to try another item but I give it 4 stars more for the ambience and the performance rather than the food. read more

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I've been to Miceli's before and was so excited to come back. The restaurant just looks amazing--you can't beat that classic, old-school Italian ambiance and character. This visit, we had the Miceli's special pizza and the caesar salad. The food is great.Love the vibe, a classic LA staple! read more

Such a fun place to visit and dine when I am in the area and the food is amazing especially the fried mozzarella chicken Parmesan!

I went here for late lunch on a first date. Her recommendation as I'm not based in LA. As soon as I walked in I knew A) I was going to like this woman and B) I was going to love this food. The restaurant is so full of character: aged dark wood and old tiles, stained glass, eye-catching artwork, old Chianti bottles hanging from the ceiling. It's the kind of place that feels lived in, which it should since it's the oldest Italian restaurant in LA(according to the sign out front). The waiter was helpful but gave us plenty of space. When our food arrived we were both very pleased. I ordered the sausage cannelloni and was not disappointed. I didn't snap any pictures because I was on a first date but I can't recommend this place enough and I can't wait for my next visit. I'll probably have to order a couple items as I really need to try their lasagna. Classic Italian grub that feels like grandmas house. read more

I haven't been here in a decade so and while visiting Hollywood, I came in for a lasagna dinner and it was absolutely delicious. Really enjoyed it very much. Of course the atmosphere is fun and there's always something to look at on the walls. My server was professional and friendly and would check back on me in a timely manner. Definitely would recommend a visit here when you're in Hollywood. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Delicious lasagna dinner - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Disappointed to be sent back to Miceli's for work after my first bad experience at the Universal location. There, I ordered the waiter's suggestion of Aunt Angie's lasagna, which he claimed would "make me want to come back for more." Instead, it made me want to avoid the place altogether. To be fair, I took it to-go, so maybe it overcooked on my drive home, but it was mushy and completely flavorless, no taste of fresh herbs, no seasoning, not even enough salt. For comparison, Trader Joe's frozen lasagna is better, and Costco's Kirkland Beef & Sausage version blows it out of the water. At the Hollywood location, sadly, it was the same story: bland and low quality. The calamari was dry, chewy, with minimal meat, basically calamari jerky. It had no flavor aside from oily breading and needed marinara (thankfully included with no additional charge) just to add moisture and make it edible. The chicken parmigiana was slightly better, but the chicken was dry and overly salty. Paired with the spaghetti it balanced out a little, though the pasta itself was bland. Pros: friendly workers, metered street parking right outside ($2/hour, 2-hour limit, with plenty of spots midday on weekdays) or a validated lot nearby for a discounted rate, and a traditional interior some might enjoy. Cons: overpriced, bland food (calamari $17.95, chicken parm $28.95, half-slice of apple pie $11.25) and an unpleasant Hollywood setting where people outside often walk by screaming obscenities. Overall: Miceli's is the worst Italian food I've ever had, frozen included. They've been around for decades, but after trying both locations, I wouldn't recommend or return. read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Partially eaten Calamari ($17.95) and Chicken Parmagiana ($28.95) - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Perfect classic italian spot. I've always seen this place when I'm passing through Hollywood so I finally gave it a try and I'm so glad I did! Miceli's will definitely be a new go-to when I'm craving some old-school homemade Italian food. The ambiance here feels very New York City Italian restaurant with a touch of old Hollywood glamour. The caesar salad was very good (quite large so perfect to split with someone), we also had the creamy pesto fettuccine and the rigatoni bolognese which were both delicious. The portions are good for the price and both of these pastas reheated well as leftovers! I unfortunately didn't take a picture of our dinner because we were too eager to eat but I did get a pic of the cannoli for dessert! it was the perfect size and not too sweet. We also really enjoyed the live piano playing as we ate, as well as getting to hear the staff (one of which was our waitress!) sing classics every now and then. Overall really cozy vibe that makes you forget you're in the chaos of Hollywood boulevard. read more

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Fantastic great amazing one of a kind experience was amazing first class service. I cant sa much more

Son and I came here for lunch today, it had been a while since the last time we went. I love Miceli's Hollywood, I've been going as long as I've been in L.A., which is since 1991! It was nice to come during the day, it's definitely a different vibe, quieter and you get a really great view of the excellent, original interior. It's an historic L.A. establishment and I'm so glad it has survived the test of time. Our server was great, he was very attentive and the food was yummy as I've always known it to be. I got my usual favorite: Spaghetti Siciliano. My son recommends the spaghetti with marinara. I also like the spaghetti with meatballs. For an authentic Italian experience in L.A., I highly recommend! read more

Miceli's Italian Restaurant - Great to see in daylight. - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I think MICELI'S is phenomenal!! It's not hidden at all!! Las Palmas is a small street off of Hollywood Blvd. MICELI'S has a neon sign so you can't miss it. Everything is wonderful about this restaurant. If you dine in the aroma of delicious food will surround you and make you salivate for their delicious menus items. I used to eat there but now forty years later I have my food delivered and everything is just as delicious!! read more

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We ordered a pizza and eggplant parm, both were very disappointing. The eggplant parm was lousy and mostly tasted like cheap sauce and cheese. Eggplant was barely there. The pizza was akin to the kind of store-bought French bread pizzas I ate when I was a kid. Or maybe school lunch pizza? It was terrible. Everyone at the table agreed this was "meh" at best, probably closer to flat out terrible. I'm never going back again. Probably the worst pizza I've ever had in 40 years of living in LA. Service was good though! read more

Very disappointed in the service. Our waiter was not very helpful & felt very rushed. We asked for recommendations & he wouldn't or couldn't say. Even something as simple as Lasagna or ravioli, he just said oh, I couldn't say or I don't know. I asked if there were any specials & he said yes, everything on the menu then said he'd be right back. I was excited to take my friends there & it had been about 8 years since i'd last been here. I was embarrassed with his behavior even when I told him they had never been here before. The food was decent but the experience was horrible & terribly disappointing. Other tables had there food boxed up for them, we were handed boxes & he left! If we go back we will make sure we don't have the same waiter that's for sure!! read more

I showed outside the iconic restaurant that is a historical. Because we ate already, we decided to eat a dessert and drink a coffee. The waiter was very nice with us. I will back for dinner and opera, but the tiramisu and cannoli were the best I had. The coffee was delicious as well. Just Frank Sinatra wasn't there... I am kidding... go there once your life. read more

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Last weekend my family and I had the pleasure of eating here once again ( last visit was 13 years prior). We had a great servicer named Robert who also was one of their amazing singers. Service was exceptional and the shrimp scampi was incredible. It's great to know that a vintage place such as this is still around and still doing what they do best. Great food, great ambiance, friendly service & real entertainment. I highly recommend Miceli's. read more

Cozy old school Italian with decent food, reasonable prices, friendly staff and unbeatable atmosphere. Went to a movie at the Egyptian Theatre and ducked in on a whim, and it was perfect. read more