The cafe latte and Tiramisu were absolutely fantastic and so DELICIOUS Authentic Italian food. Everything arrived quickly to the table. Karina was so kind, friendly and helpful Strongly recommended:) read more

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I'm not a regular but do come every few months whenever I have a dinner buddy I need to catch up with. It's a smaller locally owned restaurant, which I prefer. The service is always great and you can't go wrong with the tiramisu. Shrimp Fra Diavolo, the Ricotta-stuffed tortellini, carbonara, the tuscan meatballs, calamari, are all good choices. I haven't had anything I disliked, just haven't tried it all yet. I'm not a drinker but I *believe* their happy hour is half off some of their wine bottles. read more

My wife really wanted to try this place and me and the boys wanted Cheesecake Factory or Davenports but we decided to make her happy. She has been raving about seeing this Italian spot across from AAA and that it always looks packed. We researched and realized it's been there for 14 years and I've never seen it lol. It's because it's so small and that's how we quickly realized why it looks packed. First off, Coral Tree and Mora are the same owner and share the same kitchen so when you see that all the parks are for Coral Tree, it's actually ok to park in those parks. We parked further down to avoid being towed smh. Secondly, the place is very small but romantic and intimate. There were people in there that looked like they were on a date and here we come with two kids complaining that they don't have Shirley temples smh (so sorry). Anyway, we were quickly greeted and got everyone situated. We ordered the: House Focaccia 3/5 - too crispy Tuscan Meatballs 5/5 - that sauce was fire! Insalata Caesar 3/5 - very lemony Rigatoni Alla Vodka 2/5 - plain Faroe Island Salmon - 3/5 - basic Crisped Sea Bass 4/5 -good but very small Cacio E Pepe 4/5 - basic but tasty I thought the food was ok. Some items were amazing like the meatballs and surprisingly The Cacio E Pepe. The salad was maybe a little too lemony and my issue with the sea bass was that it was good but it was so small and thin that I think I had maybe 3 bites. Lastly we ordered the Olive Oil Cake and I was not a fan. It tasted like banana bread or something similar. Overall, I know for a fact my kids will choose anything but this for dinner and I probably wouldn't choose this either. My wife loved the feel and vibe and said she would love to come back on a date night without the kids but she barely ate anything smh. Well I guess I'll come back for the meatballs only. OOO 3 out of 5 Afros read more

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Small and quaint spot for hidden gem of a place for decent italian food. Only thing with the indoor seating is that the benches are way too high for the table. I felt like a dog eating out of a bowl and had to be switched to the patio seating. Very limited parking in the lot. Calamari was delicious and not overcooked with too much breading. Pizza was delicious with a good crisp and quality ingredients. The bass was a bit too oily for me and the vegetables were drenched in the oil. Asparagus was either overcooked or in the oil for too long I dont know. Bread service was... interesting. Focaccia was very thin and almost like a cracker. Would maybe add a bit more in the dough and bake a little less? The star was the tiramisu. Light moist with all of the flavors i want in a tiramisu. Will come back and try the pasta. read more

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Everything. If the foods gonna stay as is then the prices need to come down. Like way down

A great meal starts with excellent service. I had a reservation so I was seated right away even though my full party wasn't there. It's a very small restaurant but very beautifully decorated with about five tables and a bar area although they do have an outside patio. The server was very friendly and attentive. We started with wine, of course, and crispy calamari. I have to say this calamari was so crispy, tender and tasty probably one of the better calamari apps I've had. It had not only calamari, but also zucchini and artichoke. For pastas, we got the Cacio e Pepe, carbonara, and the Bolognese. Just delicious. Each bite was so tasty and pasta cooked perfectly. I love eating with people who like to share since you get to taste a lot of dishes and then even go back for seconds. Finished off with the tiramisu, which was a great way to end the meal. Only downside is Parking is very limited. Although they have a parking lot, it is shared with a market and other businesses which also have designated parking spots. Since the restaurant is located on Ventura, there is metered 2 hour street parking, but you may just be walking a distance. read more

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This was the perfect little date spot. The food was amazing and service was quick. We got the salad that started with a P. lol cucumber and tomatoes were so fresh and tasty. The carbonara was my favorite with really thick noodles! Great wine list too! read more

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I had a great experience at Mora. The service was wonderful 10/10 and the food was delicious. We had a bottle of cab Franc that the waiter recommended I was very happy with. We had the Tuscan meatballs for an appetizer. They were creamy and fresh. We had the Rigatoni Alla Vodka and the Spicy Prosciutto pizza. The pizza dough was very good and the pasta was cooked perfect Al dente. The restaurant is very intimate and reminds me of cafes in Europe. read more

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A friend invited me to join them at this establishment. I honestly was not expecting such a special place. I was merely trying to meet up with a friend. Besides finding my friend, I found an intimate local Italian wine bar with a very classy and sophisticated environment. The parking lot is not large, so it might be the case that you'll need to maybe park on the street curbside, but the walk would not be far. I just appreciated how relaxing and classy this place was. I want to place emphasis on the word "intimate". This place is chill. However, the best part about this establishment might very well be their food. It's a wine bar--and if you're a wine lover, you already know you're not going to have a problem finding a good glass of wine at an Italian wine bar. What I was not expecting was to have a pasta dish that I would find to be remarkable. The "Penne Arrabiatta" was outstanding. Mouthwatering. I look forward to trying more of their menu. The service was excellent. Attentive and responsive. Mora Italiano gets five solid stars from me. read more

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We would give 100 stars!!! The food was delicious! The pomodoro pasta was exceptional and the salmon with the apples was cooked to perfection! Oh my gawd, don't skip on the dessert. The tiramisu was super creamy and scrumptious! The restaurant was nice and clean. There was plenty of parking tonight. Jorge and Corina were amazing! They worked well as a team to bring out food, refill drinks and clean and set up tables for new guests. Definitely a neighborhood gem read more

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Cozy spot with a great wine selection, attentive service and spot on Italian food. The also get the award for best Brussels Sprouts in the Valley. The legit happy hour is a bonus. read more

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Ordered pasta with shrimp had 3 pieces of shrimp, not so tasty Also ordered a oil olive cake I found a price of foil in my mouth Not very appealing.... read more

Mora Italiano - Oil olive cake - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encino, California

We got take out, but when picking up the food we could see the ambiance was very cute inside (albeit looking a bit cramped)- looks nice for a date night. No complaints about how the food tasted, but portions were on the small side. read more

I've driven past this place a million times but I was finally able to try it recently and I'm so glad I did! I really enjoyed this small Italian restaurant whose interior gave me real wine bar vibes. Most of the seating is outdoors under a patio (perfect for LA). I went with my husband and son and another family with their kids. I was worried about it being too formal for a kid friendly spot but it ended up being great. We came early enough that the real winos were just getting there as we were leaving. The food was excellent - real Italian cooking and the service was extremely attentive. We got some pizzas for the kids, chicken Parmesan, beet salad, and lamb chops. Everything was amazing, except I'd skip the chops next time - not worth the price. I'd opt for the chicken Parmesan instead. Overall, I'm excited to come back! read more

If you are a fan of Billy Joel (like me), you may find your "Scenes From an Italian Restaurant" in Mora Italiano. Conveniently located in Encino (Ventura Blvd), with easy access and parking (limited). I highly suggest to make a reservation, it gets full very quickly. Small set, great service, plenty of attention, extraordinary wines and authentic Italian food. We had the Crispy Calamari to start, followed with Perciatelli Carbonara and the Ricotta Stuffed Tortellini as well, combined with the waiter's recommendation of ILGrigio Classico Chianti wine - perfect combination. "Whatever kind of mood you're in tonight I'll meet you anytime you want In our Italian Restaurant". Hopefully Brenda and Eddie will visit this lovely restaurant and reconcile. :) read more

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Mora Italian is not a place I'd go back to. The pizza tasted like something straight out of the frozen section at a grocery store. The salads were average at best and tasted prepackaged from a supermarket. The fish and steak were both dry, lacked flavor, and definitely didn't taste restaurant quality. Overall, an average person could probably make a better meal on a backyard grill. read more

When we arrived they told us that if we order a bottle of wine we would get a margarita pizza for free and of course we went for it. Our server knew his stuff and recommended a smooth wine for us to try. The pizza was delicious and the pasta tasted home made (that sauce is one I'd dip bread in to finish). Only reason I am giving a lower rating is because we sat outside and would have rather sat inside since we made a reservation the day before. read more

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One of our most favorite local restaurants during the week or weekend to wind down and enjoy a comfortable and calm inviting locale. Food is very good and service warm and helpful without being all over you. They have seating inside - very small and intimate space that we really enjoy. There is an enclosed heated patio that is also nice for parties of five or more. We love the pizza, pasta and salads. Main course dishes are also very well prepared. Portions are good - not excessively big but definitely enough. We almost always have extra to take home. They offer a free pizza with purchase of a bottle of wine. read more

I had a gift card so we tried it. It was tricky to find the front door because there was no sign. It's a tiny place with only 8 tables inside and some outside in a tented patio. We were seated right away. They brought out focaccia bread with olive oil & balsamic vinegar. We shared the Caesar salad and I was glad that it was big enough for two. I had the spinach & basil ravioli and he had pasta carbonara. They both tasted just like when we were in Rome. I had to ask where the bathroom was because again there was no sign on the door. It was nice but not magical for a $90 meal. read more

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Found this spot through the inKind app while looking for a place to go to celebrate a birthday. Tucked next to Coral Tree Cafe this spot is on the smaller side for their interior dining area but they do have a decent outdoor patio for al fresco dining. The staff was really nice and attentive. Now it's not often that we order several dishes and they are ALL good. Absolutely no complaints on any of the dishes. The spicy prosciutto and ndjua pizza was so so crispy and the sauce was so robust and flavorful. We also ordered the insalata tricolore and it was refreshing and light; the champagne vinaigrette perfectly sweet and tangy. For main entrees we went with the shrimp fra diavolo and the shrimp was nice and big and cooked very nicely; a second pasta we ordered was the carbonara; the bucatini was perfectly al dente and the sauce was exquisitely rich and creamy. We also ordered the rack of lamb which was a big hit. For sides we tried the sautéed broccolini which was spritzed with lemon juice as well as the lemon potatoes. To end the evening we satisfied our sweet tooth with a tiramisu and their olive oil cake. Both desserts were phenomenal but what really won me over was the olive oil cake; with its berry sauce and cream with crushed pistachios ughhh I dream about this cake. Highly highly highly recommend you try them out! read more

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I visited Mora only because of Inkind app. Small but cozy restaurant. Staff was nice and friendly. Food was mid. Pizza I ordered felt like it was a frozen dough pressed in one of those automatic dough presser. Did not feel like an oven fired pizza. Not sure if they claim this or if it was actually cooked in a wood fired oven. But for the price, it was not worth the value. Pasta dish was cooked nicely. Shrimp and pasta was excellent. I enjoyed the sauce but it was too spicy for the wife. Ok for a 1 time visit, but many better options out there. read more

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We had a party of 11 inside in the dining area by the bar the ambience was beautiful, perfect quaint, and charming.. we felt like we were in an intimate restaurant somewhere packed away in Rome. I love the simple decor and that is all about the food.... Pasta sauces were delicious and portions were hefty! The servers were really tentative and very professional and dressed very nicely! We plan to have many dinners, and celebrations here the patio is adorable as well for a date night and their wine selection is great!! Don't drive to the city ! we started off with some pizzas that were delicious. Please try the mushroom with truffle and micro greens!!! Happy that Encino has a place like this and happy to always support a small business like Mora !!! Our server Val was so sweet and she knew all the regulars and locals I love a place with that kind of vibe! Thank you for such a lovely night.. many more to come xo. Thank you from one small business to another! We appreciate you ! @stilehairsalon read more

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Tucked into a cozy corner of Encino, Mora Italiano proved that great things often come in small packages. Our family of four enjoyed an absolutely magnificent dinner here, where the charm of the space matched the warmth of the service. We began with a crisp Caesar salad fresh, balanced, and a perfect opener. The pasta lineup that followed was where Mora truly shined: decadent lobster ravioli, pillowy spinach and cheese ravioli in a vibrant pesto sauce, rich carbonara, and rigatoni in a bold cheese-forward cream sauce. Each dish had its own voice, yet all spoke to expert craftsmanship and culinary finesse. Dessert brought the kind of finale that makes a meal unforgettable. Their classic tiramisu was impossibly airy with just the right espresso kick, and the olive oil cake struck a flawless balance between rustic elegance and indulgence. Service throughout the evening was quick, genuinely friendly, and impressively accommodating making us feel truly welcome without being intrusive. Although the space is intimate, it suited our family perfectly and added to the experience rather than detracting. In short: Mora Italiano is a gem. Small in footprint, grand in flavor, and absolutely worthy of a return visit. read more

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Great pizza, great FRESH pasta options, awesome keto style entrees like the Sea Bass and broccolini side! Would definitely come back. Accommodated us on Vday without a reservation. We sat in the cafe, which is a different vibe, and I'm not sure if they don't that all the time, but no wait and great food was worth the unique seating! Server was nice. Pricing is moderate, but portions are good. read more

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Amazing restaurant very excellent from the service to the food all is magnificent will definitely see you you guys. Soon .

Had a terrific dinner tonight with my wife and kids! The servers are always terrific, and tonight was no exception. Jorge really went above and beyond! Tonight was particularly busy, and he did such a lovely job telling us when our courses were coming out and even apologized for the slight delay in getting food out (he noticed how hungry my children were, which is a particularly kind quality) Always love their pasta and pizza. My favorites are the spicy shrimp pasta and the vodka pasta. My son loved his filet which I must say was perfectly cooked. Looking forward to coming back soon and hopefully having Jorge as our server! read more

What a surprisingly wonderful place! The setting is cozy and intimate. The food was comforting and delicious. Service was engaging, attentive and friendly. We sat at a corner table across from the bar and enjoyed the small yet bright, inviting space. We started with the Burrata a Roma. For our entrées we chose the Braised Lamb Shank, Crisped Sea Bass and Carbonara. We then shared an amazing slice of Tiramisu for dessert -- our daughter is still raving about how good it was. Located in a small plaza, parking is limited, and spots are tight. But this won't keep us from coming back. read more

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Omg!!!! My girlfriend ordered a salad and guess what !!!? As she was chewing, she pulled out of her mouth a hard piece of plastic bag. We stayed fairly quiet about it, and when the waitress came by, we quietly handed over the piece of plastic that was in the salad. We did not receive any response until we asked what was the chef's response. We were shocked! The waitress said that the chef said he has no idea where that plastic came from. And that was that. After two glasses of wine appetizers and two entrées we were asked if you wanted anything else without any type of an apology for the experience. Despicable! But the coffee was good read more

I have been a customer of Moro's for many years, both eating at the restaurant and ordering online and recommending Moro to our friends. The quality of food ranged from good to very good until recently. Sadly, whether it be pizza, pasta or appetizers, the quality has drastically declined, so much so that I will never again frequent this restaurant. read more

Last night after two visits, I asked five other friends to join my wife and me at Mora. I thought it was easy to satisfy two people as they had before, but seven is the ultimate test. Especially, when two of my friends are tough customers. I mean tough. Further, when I was there last, I saw a fillet mignon go by and I had to try it. They sat us in their small but quaint patio. It was so cozy. The fillet was unbelievable. My friends ordered octopus as an appetizer among a few other items. The octopus was gone within a minute. I am not a fan of octopus but it must have been fantastic. We had three bottles of wine and it was delicious. The father and son team along with their crew are doing an amazing job. I tried hard to find something that I could complain about and I couldn't. Therefore, I have to go back again, lol . Gladly. read more

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Food quality below average with high fine dinning pricing A trader Joe pizza is much better than what they serve The charged focaccia bread with a 20$ salad was raw and not baked well inside Salmon was fishy and did not come with any side Service was not attentive and poor No ambiance read more

Great pasta and pizza. Ambiance was nice and simple. Patio is also nice and spacious for the small area they're in. The service was friendly and accommodating. Parking is small but we came late on a Saturday night and there was some parking available. read more

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Food was great! I'm usually not a huge fan of thin pizza but this pizza was amazing! So thin and crispy. The pastas were both delicious. Tiramisu was yummy! Service was great. Cute, small restaurant with good atmosphere. read more

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8/29/25 - Made a reservation for 6:30p through Open Table, indicating anniversary for the occasion and nut allergy. First time visit for all of us. Arrived and our party of three were seated right away. The atmosphere somehow lacked the welcoming and warm vibe I would expect made more noticeable since I have eaten at many places over the last two weeks during my vacation. The place was not crowded for a Friday night but slowly started to fill by the time we left around 8:00p. We ordered one bottle of sparkling water, two glasses of red wine, and one beer. Tap water is available. I recommend asking for bread in advance to have with the drinks. The Shrimp Fra Diavolo was mildly spicy and cooked perfectly. Ragu Bolognese Tradizionale was a bit on the salty side. Focaccia bread was brought to the table after being requested to pick up the remaining sauce for the Chicken Parmigiana. This bread (cut in squares and crisp on the edges) was really good. For dessert, we shared the tiramisu. After our meal, I ordered a bottle of Sofia Firriato, which was recommended by our server when we were choosing our wine. A margherita pizza came free of charge with any order of a full bottle of wine as a special, so we took the pizza to go. I told our server my favorite is clam or seafood linguine. She said the menu can change depending on the season and could be considered in the future. So, I'll check back when I visit again next year. Take out rather than eating inside the restaurant might be a consideration as the space is small and tables close together. Although Open Table asked about the occasion, do not expect anything on the house. The server was kind enough to extend a verbal Happy Anniversary, and I feel fortunate to be present to treat my daughter and son-in-law to dinner and celebrate their upcoming 10th wedding anniversary before I leave the state. read more

Yummy Italian food. You can tell the food is authentic along with the employees. They know their stuff! Beautiful ambiance for a small intimate place. We will be back! read more

It wasn't very good. The pizza was okay, but the pasta dishes either had a large amount of gristle--chewy and inedible--I had to have a small pile on the edge of the plate for all of the pieces that were too hard to eat, or somewhat bland. The pictured penne was advertised as a rigatoni dish, and the noodles were over cooked to the point of cracking and falling apart. The service was very slow, as they were understaffed and we waited a long time between sitting, ordering, and finally having our food arrive. The place seems so cute and like it has a lot of potential so we were disappointed by our experience. read more

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My new secret fave that offers a dining experience that is both authentic and enchanting. With a 1960s Italian vibe with curated decor and great photos and a menu that you must try everything from, it is the perfect dinner spot. It's sexy. It's delicious. It's intimate. Eat inside if you can get a seat. It's perfectly teeny. From the exquisite dishes to the exceptional service, every aspect is thoughtfully done to ensure guests leave with a sense of having experienced a little slice of Italy in Encino. I almost didn't want to leave this review bc it's like our secret spot. read more

Lucas thank you so much for making our date night extra special. We enjoyed the sea bass and the mushroom pizza. We started out with the arugula salad with burrata cheese. Good enough for two people. A lite appetizer. We have lived in the area for a couple of years and decided to try the restaurant out. It's classy & tastefully decorated. It's a small restaurant inside and a good space of seating in the outdoor patio. Lazaro greeted us along and offered us bread with tap water or sparkling water. They only serve wine & beer. No mixed cocktails. Misouri is a server along with Lucas. We look forward to trying it out on a Thursday night when there's live guitar music in the patio. It fits our schedule because it starts early enough in the evening at 6 o'clock. We look forward to our next visit. Thank you! read more

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My partner & I visited this place for the first time tonight. It's our new favorite place. We loved the ambiance to bits. The wait staff were incredibly friendly, & welcoming. They gave recommendations, were attentive but not overly so. The food hit. The price point is more than reasonable. We wish we had visited sooner. Just a lovely place and a great experience. Checked the romantic night out box for us too. read more

My Fra Diavolo shrimp pasta was very good but I wish the pasta was al Dente, it was a tad soft. They were very busy when we were there, and the service was very good. My family enjoyed the tomato pasta dish, pulpo appetizer, and pizza with mushrooms. read more

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