Yummy. It is a Japanese Italian fusion place but the style of pasta dishes lean more Japanese…read more The ambiance of the place is also dark and a bit quaint, reminding me of some Japanese taverns. The pastas are spaghetti based and it comes with a side of salad and bread! I personally recommend the mentai pasta as it is flavorful and well balanced.

Loved it. Haven't been here in a while and it was just as good as always. Came in for dinner with…read morefriends. Simple interior with a decent amount of seating. Good for a couple or small group. The pastas are amazing! The uni and mentai cream are delicious. They have the perfect ratio of pasta and creamy sauce. Pour a little of the chili oil on them to spice them up. If you're looking for something a little more familiar then the Bolognese is a great choice. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's a pay lot in front. But you could also find street meter parking within a block or two.

Echo Park, Los Angeles. Came in on a holiday Monday and was surprised was able to get a table…read more It's usually packed in here and whenever I attempted to make a reservation it didn't quite work out. I was seated efficiently by the host and proceeded to tell me that we order everything at once and that was no problem for us. Bacetti is set up like an open kitchen, lots of tables with a battalion of chefs in the back cooking up a storm. It was pretty cool to watch. There are outside tables also. The bar area is for overflow but only serves snacks. Our wait person was super polite. Now the food. There was a little bit of a wait, but that was not a problem. We decided to get the broccolini and the carbonara. If we were still hungry, we had our eyes on one of the main dishes. The broccolini came, and it was probably the most delicious preparation I've had in the states. It was loaded with garlic, and nuts , really good ingredients really good olive oil and it was cooked very very well. Next up was the carbonara with guanciale and egg yolk. The rigatoni was nicely chewy and the sauce was perfectly made. This filled us up. We were very impressed with the authenticity of the dishes and how well-made they were. Desserts looked appetizing but a bit predictable. Will try next time tho. Gratuity at 20% for checks. Love Bacetti. Coming back. End of Yelp.

i absolutely loved the food, but what i loved even more was the service! it was outstanding from…read morethe moment we walked in. the atmosphere of the restaurant is so vibrant, and the staff matched that energy perfectly. some standouts for us were the Focaccia Ebraica with the butter and the Supplì Verdi. BRUH THE BUTTER IS SO GOOD our server, Dan, was amazing, not only for his great recommendations, but for how attentive he was to our party and his overall cheerful vibe throughout the night. such a great place to go with a group. can't wait to come back and try more dishes!

After several visits to Donna's, I can finally give it the full review it deserves. This place is a…read moregem. Everything we've tried has been excellent, and it's one of those rare restaurants where every dish feels like a hit. The Caesar salad is easily one of the best I've had. Every piece of lettuce is perfectly coated in dressing, the croutons are great, and the mountain of freshly grated cheese takes it over the top. The garlic bread is unreal. If you order the prawns, do yourself a favor and dip the bread into that buttery garlic sauce, spoon some extra sauce on top, and eat it while it's soaked. It's ridiculous. The Alla Vodka pasta is always a safe choice, rich and comforting without being too heavy. The lasagna came out with a beautifully crisp top straight from the oven and was packed with flavor. The potatoes were another surprise favorite--super crispy and served with a house-made aioli that made them impossible to stop eating. The chicken parm was excellent too: crispy, fresh, loaded with sauce, and exactly what you want from a classic Italian-American dish. The meal ended on a high note with complimentary limoncello shots from the house. For dessert, we had the tiramisu and panna cotta. The panna cotta had a subtle basil flavor that made it unique and memorable, while the tiramisu was honestly one of the best I've ever had--light, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Service was fantastic. The staff was friendly, funny, and genuinely welcoming. The funniest part of the night was that we accidentally booked a reservation at the Donna in New York instead of this restaurant. Even after our mistake, the host was incredibly kind and got us seated within about 15 minutes. One thing to note: pets are not allowed, except for service animals. Donna's has become one of my favorite spots. Great food, great service, and a fun atmosphere. I'll definitely keep coming back.

We were recommended to Donna's and everything seemed really yummy and good so we decided to stop in…read moreto celebrate my boyfriends birthday. We made a reservation for Thursday night just incase there was a wait. Upon arrival, we noticed they were very busy and the wait was pretty long so I do recommend making a reservation a least a few days before arrival. The hostess sat us after 5-10 min, the whole restaurant was BUZZING with people and dates. The restaurant overall was fairly small and intimate so it's understandable why the wait would be long. The server, Robert, was extremely friendly when he greeted us. He recommended a few cocktails to us and apps. We grabbed a few cocktails and got their garlic bread and cesar salad for the table. The garlic bread was good but honestly a pass for the future visit. The cesar salad was really good and refreshing so we will forsure get another. I, personally, got the Limoncello Drop (Their twist on a limoncello and lemon drop martini) which was delicious! I highly recommend getting one, it's extremely light, refreshing and zesty. For the mains, We decided on the chicken marsala, spaghetti & meatballs, and Fusilli alla vodka. The chicken marsala was extremely juicy and flavorful while it's smothered in onions and mushrooms. The spaghetti was decent, alittle bland and lacking flavor so we'd pass on it next time. The Fusilli alla vodka was our favorite though! The flavor is the chilis and vodka sauce work well together and the pasta was cooked very well. I got extra calabrian chilis for the pasta which complimented the pasta very well. We noted that the vodka is a MUST in the future. For dessert, since we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday, we got the olive oil cake which was soooo delicious. They do NOT offer free or complimentary dessert for birthdays (which we didn't expect nor want) so just a heads up! The cake was really moist and flavorful yet did strongly taste like oil (kinda obvious). The did put a candle and whip creme on top for us to sing which was really cute. Overall, I recommend stopping in for a cute date night or to celebrate birthdays! The staff was really nice and funny. Most of the food was really yummy and flavorful. Plus all of the cocktails were a decent price point and full of flavor and ingredients. I will for sure be back soon to try more and grab another Limoncello drop martini!!

I came here for dinner, and it was really good. We started with the calamari, which was crispy and…read moredelicious. We also got a salad, which was fresh. The pasta was delicious as well. We got the Bianchi & Neri. The pasta was perfectly au dente, and the sauce was delicious. I thought the price was fair, and the ambiance of the restaurant was nice. Service was great, no complaints.

Plenty of reviews already but adding my two cents. Stopped in for bite after visiting the Bradbury…read moreBuilding (bucket list ). Started with the Burratina and Insulata Arugula. Both were good but enjoyed the Burratina more. Then we shared a plate of Cacio Pollo Pappardelle. Yum! Creamy rich with perfectly cooked pasta. We finished with a battle of the desserts: flan vs flourless cake. The cake was light and slightly bitter in a good way but the clear winner was the flan. The texture and flavor were fantastic. Highly recommend for the quality and value!

Still stands-up to the hype after all these years…read more If "Trendy" was a restaurant, Bestia would easily be in top contention, even after being around for more than a decade. That says a lot. Once upon a time (a few years ago), my CFP + banking institution wanted to thank me for being one of their top private clients. They expressed their gratitude with a very generous, all expense paid full-course meal at Bestia. To say that I was impressed would be an understatement. Fast forward to now, I knew that coming back here would be a good idea. Make no mistake, even if you try to book a reservation several weeks in-advance, don't be surprised if the only available seats are at the counter. Granted, I was in a spacey table during my past visit, the counter can be an enjoyable & unintentionally entertaining space. It's great for a more casual vibe, as you get to see some of the kitchen workers put together some of their signature dishes. In many ways, Bestia seems like a microcosm of the city that it rather humbly resides within. What always catches me off-guard, is that the surrounding simple area really doesn't reflect the happening, vibrant, night-life that resides within the building's walls. You feel like you're taken so a different, very social, very bustling world. WINE: Podere 72, Poderi San Lazzaro (Marche region, central Italy) - 8.7 / 10 A very robust blend of Montepulciano & Sangiovese grapes that results in a balanced, medium bodied red wine that stands-up to heartiness of a beef ribeye steak. FOOD: Roasted Bone Marrow - 9.4/ 10 I have several friends that go here just for this particular dish. Funny enough, one can almost always tell that one is at Bestia because of the rather peculiar manner in which this dish is served. Hot, melted bone marrow is appropriately scooped out of the bone & poured onto spinach gnocchetti. It's like eating beef flavored mouth pillows of potato + spinach. It's definitely a dish that will impress whoever you are with. I can never resist ordering this whenever I am here. Oxtail alla Vaccinara - 8.9 / 10 The deep, rich maroon color of the rigatoni (thanks to beets) is a sight to behold. The pasta is firm but not too hard. It's a humble yet complex pasta dish that complements any main course. 26oz Margaret River Wagyu Ribeye - 9.4 / 10 Anybody who knows me knows that I love my ribeye. Any decent fancy restaurant does a ribeye. But no one does a ribeye quite like Bestia. The fermented mushroom cream delivers a punch of pungence not unlike a delectable dijon mustard, but to the highest of levels. This dish also makes me a believer in well-cooked onions served alongside steak. I usually like to take a home a portion of ribeye for later, but this is one of the very few instances when the steak is so good, that I can't help but finish it here. Again, the portion is more than enough to be shared. Fromage Blanc Mousse - 9.1 / 10 This seasonal dish hits all the right notes. It's the fanciest of cheesecakes, so I recommend sharing this. With its decadence, a little truly goes a long way & that's perfectly fine. The richness of the cheese is offset perfectly by the right balance of candied kumquats. A great "bite" to end on. Huge shout-out & thanks to Radu for being the nicest & most enthusiastic of servers. It's little things like him being so down to take pics of you with your party that really make me want to come back here. It the owners / management is reading this, please recognize how pivotal he is to your team. If he was working under me, I would most definitely give him a raise. Also, shout-out to Dani at the hostess stand. She is one of the most personable people. For being the first person that patrons see upon entering, she is the perfect face, attitude, & welcoming personality that the hospitality industry is in dire need of. She's a rockstar of a hostess & a pleasure to talk with. Bestia is a better place because of valuable employees like Radu & Dani. As always, come for the food. Come back for the service. I would definitely come back because of how amazing Radu & Dani are. Years after the hype, the vibe is still very much happening at Bestia.

Bestia was unfortunately very overhyped. The restaurant encourages ordering shareable plates, but…read morethe portions were extremely small, and the food itself was just okay--not bad, but nothing memorable. The biggest disappointment was the service. Our server was unwilling to accommodate even simple requests. One friend in our group doesn't drink, and when we asked if her mocktail could be served in a cocktail glass so she could feel included, he simply said no. He also refused to make an espresso martini despite having the ingredients available. To make matters worse, one of our dishes never arrived. When we brought it up, the server responded, "I asked you if it came out and you said yes," instead of apologizing for the mistake. Afterward, he took the bill and appeared to be talking negatively about our table. For a restaurant with such a stellar reputation, I expected much better. Between the tiny portions, average food, and poor service, I won't be back

Food is authentic best Italian meatballs and sauces..it's All in the sauces. We are losing the…read moregood eats around town so Eastside is a LA must go to

Extra oil and black pepper Fogettaboutit…read moreOne of the best Sandwiches The bread wow I will be back will you

A gem of a restaurant! Antonio and his entire team made sure our event went perfectly! Throat was…read morebeautiful, food was delicious, and everyone is incredibly friendly! Highly recommend for any events, and any meals! Cannot recommend enough!! Samuel took great care of us all night!

I was looking for Italian restaurants near Griffith Observatory and found this cool family run spot…read morein Silver Lake. The decor inside was cute and unique, with an area of the wall displaying their certificates from the city. There is also a good size patio and a small parking lot for guests. We came in shortly after they opened for the dinner shift so our server was a nice lady who ended up being the owner's sister. She was very attentive and friendly. To start off, we ordered some $9 cocktails and $11 martinis on their Happy Hour. For an appetizer we enjoyed the Insalata Cesare, which was simple yet tasted unique and delicious. For our mains we ordered the Pappardelle Alla Domenica and Beef Lasagna. The Pappardelle Alla Domenica is a must try, being advertised as Mamma's special that was featured in the Los Angeles Times. The sauce was light, yet garlicky and packed with flavor from the sausages. Also the Beef Lasagna was delicious with a nice ratio of all the layers.

DAMM !!!!! Delicious !!!!!…read more Well, for those of you that follow me, know I'm a cheeseburger kind of dude.... (Still strange to me) But this place makes some of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten..... I had the broadway sub and it is awesome..... it's a little messy but totally delicious. I also ordered the garlic knots ... wow !!!! Soooo good . My wife had the spaghetti with meatballs... excellent. I can't say anything about the location because I had my order delivered. Through Grubhub. I'm definitely going to order again. This place is definitely worth trying... And like I always say,,,,, If for some reason you don't like this place,,,,,, You're definitely brain dead..... (Jk) hahaha

Service was nice & fast, unfortunately I did not think the sandwich I tried was all that. I'm not…read moresure why everyone advertises they use Boars Head... I think there are better deli meats. Sandwich was massive, however, it was mostly lettuce. Didn't notice from the pictures that the sandwiches aren't very balanced between meats and veggies. It's my personal preference for some more balance or flavor in a sandwich, peppers/onions/seasonings. Honestly, Jersey Mike's seasons their veggies better. I will say the bread at this deli was a notch above Jersey Mike's which is definitely a plus as good bread can make or break a sandwich. Mozzarella sticks were great, although they were normal sticks nothing out of the ordinary but I've definitely had worse sticks (looking at you Prince St Pizza...) so I'd recommend them if fried cheese is your jam! Service counter young lady was nice, she was quick and helpful with her suggestions. Small store, kind of looks like a convenience store and then the deli counter is on the right of the entrance and cashier is in the back. Easy ordering process. Parking is in the back, limited spaces. No inside seating available from what I saw, just counter to order and that's it. Grab and go type of spot for sure. Place was OK - if I lived closer, I would think it's an ok spot to come more often but I would not go out of my way to come.

Sat in the back patio which is very comfortable and beautiful, great ambiance without being…read morepretentious! Had the pizza, salad and portobello fries, all were good! Greeters at the door as we entered were extremely nice and accommodating and seemed happy and welcoming! Server I believe was Jacob and he also was very good! No complaints, will definitely be back!

I've been going to Bottega Louie for over a decade, and it's sad to see how much it has declined…read moreover the years. Ever since reopening after the pandemic, both the service and food quality seem to have steadily deteriorated. I keep returning out of nostalgia for what it once was, but each visit leaves me more disappointed than the last. On my most recent visit, the service was noticeably dismissive and a bit sassy. The food was equally underwhelming. The Calabrese pizza was excessively greasy, and while I managed to finish the ribeye because I was absolutely famished, it was overcooked and dry, but at only $65 for the bone-in ribeye with fries, I guess I can't really complain. What truly ruined the experience, however, was the pear martini. It arrived garnished with a pear that still had the produce sticker attached. At best, this demonstrates a shocking lack of attention to detail and at worst, it raises concerns about whether the fruit was even properly washed. Seeing that completely killed our appetites. The restaurant removed the drink from the bill after i asked them to, but unfortunately the response felt indifferent, as though no one particularly cared that such an obvious mistake had made. After years of returning Bottega Louie, this visit was likely my last. It's disappointing to watch a once great restaurant decline so noticeably, but unless something changes, I can't imagine returning.

A Chinatown staple, New High Ginseng is best known for their walk-in appointments and herbal…read moremedicines and treatments. The staff were the kindest, speaking in Mandarin and English. Love how they were very accommodating with helping me decipher a doctor's written herbal medicine in messy Chinese. Got the meds for a family member and they remarked that the herbal teas were very strong and worked well. Highly recommend checking out this spot!

Have been purchasing my ginseng there for 40 plus years. Great quality and decent prices…read more Definitely recommend highly.