If I could give this restaurant more stars, I would! This is by far the best Italian food I've ever had in the States. The menu and staff are authentic to the Italian culture and ambiance. I got a ravioli dish in special, and my fiance got the seafood fettuccine dish. Both dishes were absolutely spectacular. This is our new favorite place in the LA area, and we will be dining again soon. read more

Nerano - Me in the restaurant because we don't have a pic of the food. - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Honestly one of my favorite places EVER. The menu is beautiful and changes seasonally so you can always try new things. I love how fresh the food is. It's upscale, but NOT pretentious. Ambience is truly unmatched and the staff and service are top-tier!!! Good luck, trying to pick a favorite cocktail because the menu is perfection!!! This place is a must! read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Very costly. Had the Dover sole.. over $100! Mashed potatoes served ice cold..they had to warm it up. Squash soup had a strange taste to it. Salmon, although good, was way too Salty. Chicken was excellent as were the desserts. Restaurant noisy. Alcohol drinks were excellent but again higher in price than most restaurants of this caliber. Server most cordial but often was too busy to attend to our table. Host was most welcoming . But for what we paid and what was experienced...- a disappointment! read more

I chose this charming Italian restaurant for a dinner with my mom and had a lovely night! The service was really good and our server was so friendly and helpful with the recommendations. We got the martini & rosé, zucchini fries, a truffle-forward pizza (Bianca) and pasta (Gnudi) and dark chocolate mousse (Nocciolino). The food didn't blow me away but it was definitely edible and better than the average Italian joint in LA. Price-wise, it was fairly expensive but then again we did get two dishes with truffle. I probably won't return because there are so many phenomenal Italian restaurants in the area, but that said it's worth eating here for the service alone. Parking: There's a valet. Ambiance: 4/5 Food: 3.5/5 Service: 5/5 Overall: 4/5 Would Return: No read more

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Great food, great hospitality. The vibe fits well with the theme and the service was excellent! read more

To Cut to the chase: An excellent venue with excellent food and cocktails. Great people watching. I always like coming here. I might not think of it often, but whenever I drive by I always say to myself (or a companion), "I need to remember to go to Nerano." I came here with my parents for their anniversary and it was a wonderful experience. The food is always excellent, the cocktails (especially those with special requests like 'spice' or other variants) are always well balanced, waitstaff is right on point and the atmosphere is welcoming and roomy. My most recent foray was outside in the back patio/parking area. People watching here is a wonderful bonus. I look forward to remembering this place again soon. read more

The food is consistently beautiful and delicious The daily specials are authentic and interesting. The service is fantastic and the wine selection is outstanding read more

Came here for dinner with my gf and sat outside. Great ambiance,service and food. Our servers were both very attentive and we enjoyed their recommendations. Don't skip the specials as they will be different every time. My gf ordered the whit truffle pasta at $160. The executive chef comes out and shaves the white truffle table side. Smells delicious and tasted fantastic. I ordered the uni squid ink pasta which was also the special. Loved it. I also had the trio crudo which was great. Ordered my mezcals drink too as usual. Make reservations as they are quite busy. Trust read more

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aWFUL food chicken and steak sitting in grease. salmon inedible pizza not bad Beer good Service awful. Made kids wait and wait for food. Had to get waiter up from bar to get check All for $550 for 6 of us! read more

It took me a while to find the best pizza in town but I finally did! Being part Italian, we don't play around when it comes to food. Everything was delicious, from the starters to the desserts. Highly recommend anyone to check this place out! read more

Nerano - Margherita D.O.C Pizza - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Kind of disappointing... I made the mistake of thinking that I was allowed to park in the parking lot their entrance was located at. The receptionist let me know I was in the wrong by starring me down and telling me I can't park there. Not a big deal but when that awkward moment was the most memorable part of your experience, it doesn't say much for everything else. However, once we confirmed our reservation, the service was more welcoming. Our food was good, but nothing alluring. The best part about this restaurant was the classy ambiance and the beautiful patio decor. read more

Nerano - BG Spaghetti Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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Nerano's upscale, understated environs are what every Bev Hills restaurant vying for such presence strives to be interior design-wise, while the vibe, the personal energy from host to servers is convivial, professional, gracious. Nerano is a busy, sought after dining destination due to "owners Andy Brandon-Gordon and Carlo Brandon-Gordon's vision, [conveying] the pure simplicity of the Amalfi coastal cuisine and the inviting Italian culture [to the 90212]." https://www.neranobh.com/about.html Nerano's fare, "the pure simplicity" of it educates, tempts, nourishes, then totally satisfies from first bite to last; think pleasantly sated, not stuffed. Hubby and I arrived sans reservation last Thursday shortly after Nerano began dinner service. Luckily, we were seated but in the future we will definitely make a reservation and you should too to guarantee a comfortable table even though bar seating is available. We shared the following to gather an overview: Franciacorta, a sparkling wine from the Province of Brescia a glass for each of us. $18 per. Complimentary antipasto. Complimentary prosciutto. Insalata di Piselli, $18 - pea tendrils, fresh peas, snap peas, citronette, ricotta salata. Salad screams "spring"! Each ingredient crisp, flavorful not overwhelmed by dressing. A full serving of this and a glass of Franciacorta would be enough for me. House Special Pasta - Papardelle, sausage, mushrooms, shaved truffles. Yes, we broke our rule, well actually, my Italian hubby's rule of never ordering restaurant pasta and shared this (Kitchen split it for us, $22 per serving.). While neither of us were wowed by the quality of the pasta (Spoiled by Santa Monica's Uovo's.), we were seduced by the subtly of the ingredients and most importantly how the protein outweighed the carbohydrate on the plate. Dover Sole Fillet, $65 - Wow, just wow! Better than hubby's (Shh, don't tell him!) and as I have a fear of fish (preparing it) better than mine as well. Perfectly executed, with sides of white rose potatoes, charred broccolini. Not big eaters, we took pasta and fish home. Thoroughly enjoyed both the next day. Nerano, we'll be back for your hospitality, to further explore your well culled menu. Mille grazie! Valet park stand directly in front of Nerano. Approach it eastbound on Little Santa Monica Boulevard less than a block from Moreno Drive. read more

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Enjoyable Italian dinner with pizza and pasta. We sat inside with a view of the kitchen and had our privacy in a corner, I believe the outdoor was closed. Service was good, server divulged a little much about himself possibly but made for interesting conversation. The marinara DOC pizza was simple and quality tomatoes, and the Gnudi al Tartufo Nero was really unique with a fair amount of truffles. There was 2 of us and it felt like a moderate dinner (May need to order more if hungry). read more

Here's a tip... Do not come here underdressed. We did and it's highly embarrassing. I knew better I was raised better. Don't do it. I'm mortified. When the waiter is better dressed than you are it's a sign. I've been here two other times and the food is always outstanding the service is impeccable and the decor is elegant. The ambience is amazing. Did I mention do not come here underdressed. They have renovated the parking lot in the rear into a dining space with a tent and have done an excellent job of this. I would recommend this to anyone. It's one of my favorite places to go. I haven't been here in a while. Next time I will dress better. read more

I'm oscillating between a 3 star and 4 star review. I went with a 4 star rating because of the few notable positives from the experience, but overall my feelings are lukewarm at best. For context, we went for lunch and it is quite possible the dinner experience is substantially different. Food: -- The food wasn't anything special in particular. I tried one of the eggplant antipasti, the truffle pizza, and the mediterranea. The eggplant antipasti was quite good, but I can buy something equivalent for a much cheaper price at a local grocery store -- so not convinced. The mediterranea was also good, but something I can prepare at home (not convinced it is worth the price it is). The truffle pizza however was quite good and I think well worth it. So, I guess my thoughts here are -- if you are dining at Nerano, order something that is sufficiently unique that you might not be able to buy for a cheaper price elsewhere or make at home. I think had I been hungrier I would have tried the truffle pasta (more context I am vegetarian so my options were limited). TL;DR based on my experiences: If you go for lunch, order one of the truffle menu items. That was 10/10 worth it. -- The dessert looked pretty good, but I didn't sample anything besides the espresso which was alright. My party members did seem pleased with their dessert selections. Affogato was a party favorite it seemed. Service: -- The service was pretty good in my opinion. We were a large group and the staff did a great job accommodating us. Our waiter was also really friendly and patient with us, especially as we stayed longer than the restaurant's lunch hours to have some dessert. -- What I didn't quite understand was why the backyard patio was not available during lunch. Not that I care too much, but a lot of the reviews here talk about a "cozy patio outdoor seating" situation. But we were seated out front in the street, not even really in an enclosed or patio-esque area. That did diminish the privacy / experience of "high-class" dining. Not a deal-breaker, but again the backyard patio would have been preferred. -- Parking is a hassle but they have a valet service. Overall: I wouldn't necessarily come here again unless it was for dinner (in case that experience is better). Do I think there's potential? Sure, but I wasn't particularly convinced this time around. Food was good, but not special enough that I think it warranted the price tag it carried. Once again, this was the lunch menu so it's possible the dinner menu is more wow-ing. The best way I can phrase it: if you dine at Nerano you are paying for the experience and not for the food; if experience is what you are looking for then it could be well worth it (for dinner more so than lunch). read more

Nerano - Mediterranea - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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I've been to Nerano several times and each time is such a treat. The restaurant is so gorgeous and elegant inside and the service is always top-notch. The food is delicious, too. The first time I went, my group enjoyed some pizzas, small plates, and drinks in the upstairs lounge. The second time I went, I had a truly decadent business lunch with some items from a special menu. Everything was so good. read more

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I had a pretty unusual situation here worthy of posting about. This was my second and last time at this place. The food was rather unremarkable both times but we previously enjoyed the patio vibe they created for COVID and decided to give it another shot. My main issue this time was with the service (both management and at the server). I've never experienced anything quite like it. So prior to placing our order I ask for the sommelier to help us with the wine selection. I'm informed that he's not available but the server says he's pleased to help us. Based on the meals ordered I acknowledged that I knew almost nothing about Italian wine but wanted to try whatever their Pinot Noir equivalent would be in Italy to pair with a white sauce pasta and fish entree. The waiter returned with a bottle of Barbera. I paused and responded that I thought Barbera was a fairly robust and heavy wine. He indicated it typically is but people are very happy with this particular bottle and proceeded to open it assuring us we would be happy but could "return it" if we weren't. While the wine was "fine" my partner and I both acknowledged that it would be too heavy for our meal. I repeated we were specifically interested in an Italian equivalent of Pinot Noir - a very light red. Does that even exist? The truth is I have no idea. I explained further that we're just starting to learn about wines so we were particularly interested in experimenting this evening with a "light Italian red." I again ask for the sommelier who I knew existed since we spoke with him my first time at the restaurant. The waiter now comes back with another "suggestion" but this time he offers us a a pre poured taste first. My partner and I both love it and say sure. So the waiter disappears and comes back with a bottle and as he presents it to the table I read the label and it's all in French - a Gamay. So I pause and slightly irritated ask, is this a French bottle? I guess I'm now the problem because I repeat: didn't I specifically request an Italian light red? Why are you bringing this French Gamay? Perhaps I'm overreacting but to me this seemed like me placing an order for salmon and the waiter shows up with a steak. When I point out that I ordered the salmon he says, oh, but everyone loves this steak, you should have the steak instead! To his credit, upon recognizing my irritation, rather than escalate he immediately offers to bring the manager. When I inform the manager of my frustration - trying to be polite and explain what transpired - he responds "well, how do we know you're going to like anything?" The truth is we won't. It's always amusing, however, (when getting patronized to your face) and by being lumped in with the typical trash who return something over something trivial. I'm angry because you aren't bringing me what I'm asking for. Maybe a light Italian red doesn't exist...well then TELL ME THAT IT DOESNT EXIST!!! Getting a snarky comment from the management who should be trying to resolve the issue or perhaps better train the waitstaff doesn't help. He informs us that the sommelier was out sick but would "call him" to get a suggestion. We wind up getting some awful bottle of Sicilian red (that I'm positive they up-charged us for). I insisted the manager try a glass when he came to follow up to see how we liked it. No, we didn't send it back...of course by the time we got the wine there was maybe two bites of food left on our respective plates. Needless to say the evening was a gastronomic disaster. One star for the truffle pizza appetizer that we paired with a bottle of Champagne. Another star for the bus staff who were actually very attentive and wonderful - they were only real pros we experienced that evening. read more

I've been here more than several times and their staff is always wonderful and gracious. It all starts with Nicolas in Valet & Samantha at check in. The food is fulfilling and delicious along with some awesome cocktails. My personal favorite is the "Come Basil Sorrento". Apparently, it's one of their top cocktails and highly requested. NEFT Vodka and Limoncello. Mmmmmm! Thank you to the entire Team. Especially their Manager, Guido, and Mixologist, Laird. You are amazingly, amazing! read more

Nerano - Come Basil Sorrento - NEFT & Limoncello - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Holy cannoli this place is amazing! Not only is it beautiful but the food was outstanding & the staff was lovely! Can't wait to go back!

For a "upscale" restaurant DEBBIE has no customer appreciation. If I could give a negative rating I would. I came on for a quick lunch takeout only to be forced to waste almost an hour for their staff to figure out how to run my card. They blamed my card for being declined and I called my credit card only to find out there was no declined by the credit card rather it was Nerano's machine broke down. No only apologized to me and no one offered anything for embarrassing me and making me wait. No one came by at any point but I had to chase them down to make them do a manual card swipe. The food...nasty. tiny hard meatballs no sauce no seafood and the soup was not as described. I called and was told to email Debbie. I wrote her a detailed email with photos and she didn't acknowledge anything. Instead she made excuses stating food is best eaten hot despite HER STAFF making me wait for practicaly an hour. I even asked of the food is cold because of the long wait and was told by her staff that it's still hot. I ordered a lot of food too! read more

Dropped by for a quick dinner last Friday night and it was delicious and fun! The panna cotta was out of this world.

I've driven by this place countless times (used to work in BH) and I never knew this was a restaurant. Thank god because the food and atmosphere here are top quality. Not life-changing, but very, very, very good. They have a grassy outdoor patio with string lights and vibey background house music. It honestly felt like a summer BBQ in your backyard! Obviously way fancier. We started off with the caprese, octopus, and yellow beets. All were tasty. The beets were particularly memorable because they were shaven so thinly with a crunch of hazelnuts and the creaminess of the goat cheese. Delicious. I had the Gnudi al Tartufo Nero as an entree, which was exceptional. Each bite literally melted in my mouth. My only complaint is that there wasn't more! We finished with the dessert trio - the "way to go" as our waiter said. We also shared a bottle of a white Soave wine, which paired well with everything. Probably one of my favorite bottles I've ever had. read more

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The outdoor COVID precaution set up they have is unmatched. Beautiful, intimate and unique. The manager and waiter were very accommodating although we arrived after the kitchen was closed. This restaurant is a must visit, perfect date spot. Good food, don't expect to remember it after. The only reason I didn't give it a 5, was because the food wasn't memorable at all and lacked presentation. read more

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Ordered to go. My boyfriend and I wanted Italian food and this came up on Maps & Yelp. We both thought it would be good. When ordering we had hard time understanding the other caller. We asked if they had scallops and he said yes. Unfortunately we ended up paying for a salad that wasn't worth 25 dollars. Didn't get scallops. They need to work on customer service. Very rude when picking up order. Waited 15 mins. Didn't get help for 10, stood by the door for a while waiting to be assisted. My boyfriends pizza was extremely cold. Like is been sitting out for more then 30 mins. We got there early hoping everything was ready and fresh. I wouldn't recommend this place. NOT WORTH 93 dollars for Food wasn't the best. read more

Nerano - Not worth 93 dollars!!!!! - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

A fellow Yelper and I checked out Nerano in Beverly Hills for lunch recently. Easy-elegant and enjoyable! AMBIENCE (4/5) Indoor and cute outdoor seating! The L-shaped interior offers a mix of tables and booths, with a rectangle bar that'd make for a good happy hour. FOOD (4/5) Available at the bar only, the Bar Lunch Special offers a 3-course meal for $25pp. A great way to try Nerano and solid value for the area. Antipasti: Soup of the Day or Salad Entree: Half Order of Pasta, Margherita Pizza, or Funghi Pizza Dessert: Selection of House-Spun Gelato We tried the following: Flatbread (Complimentary): flavorful and warm Insalata di Mache: mache, endive, pistachio, citrus, feta: fresh, nice crunch, sweet bursts of citrus Pappardelle Contadina: pasta with smoked proscuitto, baby artichokes, black garlic, and mint. Pretty good, bit oily, discovered that artichokes (still) aren't my thing. Next time, I'll try the Ravioli Pecorino e Guanciale or Orecchiette Salsiccia. Spaghetti alla Vongole: girl friend loves pasta with clams and uses the dish as an Italian restaurant barometer. She gave this one two thumbs up. House-Spun Gelato: two scoops each, flavors of your choice, refreshing end to easy-breezy meal. SERVICE (4/5) Professional, friendly, discreet. You might need to ask for the Bar Lunch Special menu if you want it. read more

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The menu at Nerano is centered around seafood and features a variety of Italian classics, including pizza, pasta, and meat and vegetarian dishes. Notably, the Tagliata di Kobe, a 12 oz. AU Wagyu NY Steak Score 6 with olive oil, potato purée, chips, and grilled radicchio trevisio, is a meat lover's dream. Nerano offers a family-style Sunday brunch menu that includes spaghetti with a choice of pomodoro, bolognese, or aglio olio e pepperoncino sauce, as well as a kids' menu with favorites such as Margherita pizza, spaghetti al pomodoro, and penne al burro. Click here for more: https://www.funwithkidsinla.com/post/2019/02/08/taste-the-love-in-every-bite-at-nerano-in-beverly-hills read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I want to compliment Nerano on their excellent customer service, specifically Francesco. He diligently followed up and helped me to with a gift card transaction. I am so thrilled with the level of excellent service he provided read more

The food was great. The ambiance was beautiful. However there was no restaurant parking and the host stared at us while we parked where we thought the restaurant parking was, he ended up being nice but it was kinda awkward at first. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the portions are generous read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

Came here for lunch with a girlfriend, and I really like this place! Because service was very prompt but non-intrusive. My girlfriend said they have a three course lunch menu for $25, if you sit at the bar. So we did that! And I was surprised at how good the food was! The portions were perfect too! To start I had the salad with grape fruit: 4/5 Entree: Linguine with Clams 5/5. My favorite Italian dish anywhere. This place did it right! Dessert: I had the sorbets of the day (coconut and passion fruit) , my girlfriend got the caramel something....both were very good! The restroom is upstairs and you use the elevator to get there. There's a chic lounge upstairs with lots of wine (I kick myself for not bringing my phone to take a photo). But I think the Mr. would like this place! Cheers! read more

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The food was tasty, fresh and well seasoned. We had the artichoke salad, halibut, branzino and Nerano linguine. The staff were efficient, though a bit rushed and impersonal, maybe because it was during the tail end of their lunch service. Parking was difficult to find on the street or you can valet ($15). I would go back for the great food. read more

It's a shame how one employee that seems to have no regard for their patrons needs can ruin an entire experience at a restaurant Overall I thought the bar staff, the sommelier Samantha and our server did a great job taking care of us. The food was also delicious However the hostess that controls the reservations either has a chip on her shoulder or has no clue what what she is doing I made an Opentable 1000 point table reservation. Why? So I can accumulate points for free opentable dollars. That is why people use opentable. Apparently the hostess doesn't get it Although my table was reserved for 6 pm, my guest was running late which I told the hostess and I sat at the bar waiting for my guest as I had a few drinks We were seated about 6:40 and left after 9 pm. I looked at my emails and saw an Opentable message that the restaurant cancelled my reservation. Really? We just spent over $300 for two people and I didn't eat there? A day later I called the restaurant before 5 pm to rectify it and the person that answered said I had three reservations. I said that is impossible because with opentable you can only make one reservation per account per day. So I said it must have been your hostess. Either way- I just want my points and I said I would do a 6 pm 1000 point table and check me even though I am not there. But apparently this was to clever for them to understand. They said they would call me back BUT of course a week later- No one has called me back Bad management. If they were good- someone with half a brain would have made this right quickly and kept me happy Now I have to write this bad review and I will probably not go back there or Toscana What a shame ==============*= Review update I posted the review and also sent the review to their email address on their website which prompted an immediate reply from their General Manager They did finally get me my Opentable points, but the way it was all handled was in my opinion not done well at all For customer service for a hospitality field company to rectify a situation I give them ONE STAR For food and the servers I dealt with that night I give them FIVE STARS This is why upped the star rating to THREE read more

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Overpriced (likely because of COVID/lesser restaurant capacity + its in Beverly Hills)... BUT, this is a very nice place. What they lack in portion size is made up for in ambience and wonderful employees. They take temperatures and follow distancing rules the best I've seen! The food was good. I'm not a big Italian food person, so don't take my word too strongly here. Some may consider it perfection... others just ok. I only had the egg plant parm - so my opinion is limited. Though I was full, most prob wouldn't get full on these portion sizes. They're closer to European plates... Us Americans are greedy. Lol Otherwise, beautiful experience. I would go again simply for the vibe. read more

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Had a business dinner yesterday at my favorite Italian joint in Beverly Hills and they did not disappoint... yet again! The beet salad is as tender as the finest salmon sashimi and a must have for anyone. Igor, our server, and the manager, Guido, did a great job treating pur table to a fantastic day evening. The wood oven pizza Bianca with squash blossoms and the Pappardelle alla Genovese were my choice for the evening. Had I hd a little more room, I would have definitely gone for the 30oz Ribeye and pair it with one of their amazing red wine options. I did try their local organic handmade limoncello which was a great way to end the evening. Thank you guys. See you soon! read more

Reserved a table for 2 at 7PM on a Saturday night, but we got seated at 7:30PM. The food was not that good as pictures shown!

Service is -no service Food is just ok ,over fried calamari ‍had pasta and branzino there before ,also just ok. Will not be back for sure ! For this price point you have too many better choices around! read more

Always a delicious meal here...my fave is the pollo paillard . The service is always top notch . Lunches are very active and there's a beautiful outdoor patio with lots of ambiance for dinner! read more

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Molto bene! Wonderful little Italian restaurant with superb service and delicious food. My daughter had the halibut which melted in her mouth. She also had the olive oil mashed potatoes were perfectly creamy. I had a pizza with prosciutto, mushrooms and artichokes. The crust was thin and crispy and the sauce perfectly seasoned. For dessert my daughter had blueberry and passion fruit sorbet that she loved. I had the nocciolino, the best dessert I have every had. I love chocolate and hazelnuts and this dessert was incredible. So glad it was recommended! read more

Great food. We tried a little bit of everything, and the service was excellent. I have nothing wrong to say about this place. Also, great ambiance, and as busy as they are, you have no problem getting a table. And Last but most important, they have the best wine list. read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

We had an amazing dinner on Friday evening. They have transformed the rear of the restaurant to an outdoor oasis with plants, trees and mirrors as well as a giant lemon tree to make you feel as though you are away from the hustle and bustle. The team are amazing and the service is exemplary. Of course the food is out of this world, what did anyone expect. We really loved our calamari starter and the veal as well as the swordfish. All the Italian flavors just like in Italy. Now that we know our good friend Giovanni has found his new home at Nerano we will be back regularly read more

Nerano - Special Veal cutlet - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

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We went to dinner tonight to celebrate my girlfriend's son's 21 st birthday. When I sat down, the waiter saw a birthday card and asked whose bday? I told him and asked that they bring a desert with a candle and not sing happy day. He said absolutely! We ordered our food, which was ok. We asked for some additional bread too. Long story short, we were asked what we wanted for desert. We ordered Tiramisu. Tiramisu came without a candle. They also charged us for the bread. When I Spoke to the waiter and manager , they said 'sorry'!! We will never go back to this restaurant!!! Horrible service!! read more