One of our absolute favorite restaurants -- we honestly look forward to coming to LA just to eat at…read moreMaccheroni Republic. The Ravioli Di Zucca and Rigatoni Pom'Amore are phenomenal -- easily some of the best pasta we've ever had. The Lasagna di Carne is delicious too, although the rich meat sauce is so generous that you don't get to appreciate their incredible pasta quite as much. Small, quaint indoor dining + a cute patio that somehow doesn't feel like you're in the heart of LA. The restaurant is first come, first served, and there's often a wait. Come early or grab a cocktail across the street at Grayson while you wait. It's worth the wait. Every. Single. Time.

I came here last year for my birthday as well! I love how their delicious pastas are made fresh…read moredaily! I already knew that I wanted! I knew I wanted the bone marrow (again! We also ordered frtto misti (fried calamari and fried shrimp) as an additional appetizer which was deliciously light and crunchy! I've never had osso bucco before, so l presumably I thought they'd be using veal shank, but it was beef shank. The flavors tasted are of those that have been simmering cohesively on a low flame for several hours! It was what I'd expect in an Italian stew! Accompanied by a side of perfectly orchestrated I also had their squid ink risotto. Very distinctive flavor mixed within this squid ink plate. Bay scallops mixed within the squid ink and risotto. I just wish it was a little softer. I thought it could've used perhaps 5 additional minutes! Topped off with 2 perfectly cooked diver scallops! To end my birthday meal, I had a frozen creamy treat of affogato! Yay!! Happy 55 to me! I'm blessed to have enjoyed another delicious birthday dinner at Maccheroni Republic

What a fun little spot! The vibe of the place is super cute. I'm super happy they accommodated us…read moreas a walk in, since seating is limited. We started with some cocktails and a Caesar salad. Caesar was fresh and yummy. Next, we ordered the sweet corn agnolotti which is a MUST TRY. It's a smaller portion but soooo flavorful, we had to stop ourselves from ordering another round. We also tried the broccolini bucatini, which was different! It was good but I also felt that it was missing that punch of flavor, it's more of a subtle taste. And lastly, the spicy pomodoro was creamy with a hint of spice. I almost wanted it to be a bit more spicy but flavors were definitely there. For dessert we ordered the famous tiramisu and it was amazing. Service was great.

The service is great and the ambience is beautiful, but unfortunately the food just doesn't match…read morethe setting or the price. We came with a large party of 16, and most of us felt the same way. We've been to many Italian restaurants, so we had pretty high expectations. I actually got a bad mussel that literally tasted unfresh, which was very disappointing. Beef tartar also no good. The pasta texture was good, but somehow the flavor was just off. Overall, the food was really just okay. If you've never been here, I'd say come for the beautiful atmosphere, order a few dishes or a drink, and take some nice pictures. It's definitely a pretty place. But based on the food we had, I personally wouldn't come back. Great service, great ambience--the food and ingredients just needs to catch up.

Tonight, my family and I came to this restaurant excited to try their pasta because we had heard…read moreabout this place for a long time. Everything was perfect at first, until a server wearing black-framed glasses came over and was extremely rude. When we asked him for a menu, he didn't even respond. He just shrugged and gave us a very strange look, then went to get another server to help us. I don't know what's wrong with him or if it was racial discrimination. We were smiling and polite to him the entire time, yet this was how we were treated. It completely ruined our lovely evening. I will definitely never come back. So disappointing!

We arrived a little early than our reservation time and was seated shortly upon our arrival on a…read morebusy dinner night by the kind host that was able to accommodate our small party. It was fun to watch the chefs cook the food and finally get to eat their delicious meals! We ordered almost pretty much the whole menu and was delighted with all! The restaurant started off busy during dinner time and started to die down as the night flowed. Servers were kind, attentive, and helpful! Love Bestia for a beautiful, relaxing date night. Coming back again!

Their food was amazing and so was this service…read more This is like an amazing upscale causal nice place. Very cozy inside, everything was so clean, and the staff was so professional. Def try the fungi pizza and ceaser salad!

I visited OSTE for dinner around 7 p.m. and had a reservation, which made the arrival process very…read moresmooth. From the moment we walked in, I loved the ambiance. The restaurant is very low-lit, intimate, and romantic, making it a great choice for a date night. I could also see it being a nice spot to visit with friends for cocktails or mocktails. They also have a wide variety of wines, which I really appreciated, especially when pairing wine with pasta. For our appetizer, we ordered the burrata, and it was definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. The cheese was incredibly creamy and lightly salted, which I personally loved. It was served with roasted tomatoes and fresh bread, and the combination was simple but really well executed. We also ordered two pasta dishes, and both were delicious. The pasta was cooked really well--not overly al dente--and the sauces were rich, flavorful, and thick enough to coat the pasta beautifully. You could really taste the depth of flavor in each dish. We also tried the mussels, which was my first time having them. Personally, they weren't my favorite, mainly because of the texture. However, I think that's completely subjective, and someone with a different palate may really enjoy them. I wouldn't consider this a flaw in the restaurant so much as a personal preference. The service was another highlight. Everyone was very kind, attentive, and welcoming throughout the meal, which made the experience even better. My only real criticism would be the seating and tables. The tables were somewhat wobbly and had a few visible scratches, which felt slightly out of place compared with the otherwise beautiful and sophisticated atmosphere. The seating was also quite tight, especially with an appetizer and two pasta dishes on the table. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Oster. The romantic ambiance, delicious pasta, creamy burrata, extensive wine selection, and excellent service made it a memorable dinner. The mussels weren't personally for me, but that's simply a matter of taste. Aside from the tight seating and slightly worn tables, I thought the restaurant was a wonderful spot for a romantic Italian dinner in LA.

This is genuinely one of the best staffed restaurants in LA. Their service is exceptional --- the…read moreenergy of the staff is infectious and lively. I would come back solely for Madeline and clovers exceptional service. Love love love this place (highly reccomend you request her as your waitress in your reservation notes)

Madelene is the best server you could ever get... I swear she found the elixir and thanks to her…read moreenergy I'm no longer depressed. ASK FOR HER!

Love the pasta there! The restaurant was wonderful and they have great options of pasta. The menu…read morewas excellent and so many great quality of food to choose from. The Mentai Pasta and Squid Ink pasta were really good and so delicious. It was so creamy and nice quality of noodles. I really enjoyed the pasta with wines, it taste so fantastic. Lovely place with great ambiance.

My mom said it's the best pasta she's ever had. What more do I need to say?…read more We got the uni pasta, mentai pasta, and the burrata. Next time I'd get the uni pasta again and try the gizzard confit (which they had ran out of).

I had an amazing experience! A special thank you to Tomaurea for being so friendly, professional,…read moreand attentive. Your kindness made my visit truly memorable. We'll definitely be back!

Diego is the best server! He treated us so well ! I hope to come back because of him!read more

Came here for a friends bday after hearing so many great things about this place and it most…read moredefinitely did not disappoint! Food: I would say I have a favorite dish from here but I just can't choose! From the Caesar salad to the calamari to the vodka pasta and even the chicken parmesan, everything was delicious! Service: Service was amazing and a huge shout out to our server Rob! Super personable and made dining so much more fun with his jokes! Ambiance: The ambiance at Donna's was more of a lively and intimate type of Italian-American restaurant but also styled for modern LA vibes.

Donna's is incredible. The service is top notch, the decor is charming, and the cocktails are…read moreamazing. As an avid apple juice lover, if apple juice is on the menu then it must be amazing, right? Right... because it was the literal champagne of apple juice. A must order for apple juice lovers. As if that wasn't enough, the food was just as spectacular. We ordered: -Garlic bread (3/5) (It's good but a little much for me) - Shrimp scampi (4/5) (Please note that this is not served with pasta, just the prawns and the garlic bread is a must pair with this) -Linguini with clams (4/5) -Tiramisu (5/5) I'd come back a million times to try everything on the menu and repeat my favorites.

Came here before seeing a show at the Pantages since it is so close. There is valet parking across…read morethe street. The entrance to this place is like a house that was converted to a restaurant, with some tables and the bar inside and two separate patios. The ambiance is quite relaxing. We opted to sit inside since it was hot outside. I ordered the chicken because I wanted protein which was pretty boring lemon chicken, would recommend the pizza and pasta instead . The short rib pasta was cooked perfectly and the right amount of cheesy and a little sweet. We were all so full after. Sangria and cocktails were all great as well. There is a $35 cake fee which I didn't mind because they cut and serve it for you, thought we did have to ask 3 different people for our cake and then ask again to have the leftovers boxed and given back to us. Otherwise, service was great. I'd come back for drinks and to try more pasta!

Love coming to this restaurant specifically for the food! I always find the the service, through…read morefast, is a little bit cold. I may be due to the volume of guests they get! The food keeps me coming back, the pasta is always perfectly al dente and the pizza is unmatched! The ambiance is romantic and roomy, never too loud. They were able to accommodate about 10 of us for my birthday and we were super comfortable!

We LOVE Mother Wolf as a couple and as a family restaurant…read more Lovely ambiance, and reservation's highly suggested. There is valet out front, with minimal street parking. The restaurant itself is massive but runs generally very busy. Great service and exquisite eats! The caprese salad is a must, as well as the Margherita pizza! We order at least two when we are dining as a family. Every single pasta is fantastic! Our favorites are the spaghetti arribata as well as the cacio de Pepe! The squash blossoms are mid. The branzino is served family style and it's delish each time. Hope these recommendations help Yelpers! See you there! Cheers to restaurants that make you return time and time again xx

Was the worse night ever ! The service was horrible, the…read moreambience was very disturbing- and the food was just Ok . We were waiting for over an hour just for the bread and salad , and then another 35 min for pasta - absolutely embarrassing for restaurant like this that this is the service !! Our DRINKS - came with mushy straws and all the ice was already melted in our Gin! Definitely not deserved the amount we paid . I'm from Vegas and something like that would never happen there. The worst location of mother wolf - definitely NOT recommended!!!!