One of my favorite Italian places to go to for occassions. I've been here for my anniversary and bachelorette party dinner so far. All the different pasta I've tried were great (though the Cacio e Pepe is definitely for heavy cheese lovers only). The tiramisu here is one of the best I've tried (mom approved). The service is impeccable. They were very attentive and nice. read more

Went here with my parents and was able to make a 6 pm reservation on a Saturday night at 5:30 pm. The calamari was very light and crispy and the marinara sauce that was served together was very delicious. We're very picky on how we like calamari and we all enjoyed it. The branzino was served with potatoes and blanched spinach. The fish was cooked perfectly where it was soft on the inside but nice and crispy on the outside. The potatoes were also seasoned and cooked well however the spinach was slightly salty to our liking. Now the pizza... it was not a margherita pizza, it's just cheese pizza, like you can find anywhere else. The three of us were pretty disappointed so I would recommend getting a different pizza or trying their pasta dishes. Most folks around us seemed to be having pasta dishes. The tiramisu was delicious and a nice way to end dinner. We were very full but was able to make room for it. The service was well, very friendly. My dad asked for a white wine that went with the main course and the server gave a good recommendation. I judge an Italian restaurant by their margherita and it was by far the most disappointing so I'm not sure I'll be back, but if pizza is not your thing, don't let that stop you from giving this place a chance! read more

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It had been quite a while since I have been here. The food is excellent as is the service! Filippo greeted me as if I had never left, I met his mom while I was working International arrivals at LAX for Delta Airlines. I made my announcements in various languages including Italian. Loredana came up to me and we instantly clicked. She told me about her new venture in her Italian restaurant where she was taking on the reins of Executive Chef. She has since passed away but she left an imprint on many lives including mine. She has left an unforgettable imprint that exudes magic in her kitchen! Her son Filippo has continued her legacy by recently becoming a Sommelier that further enhances the dishes his mom painstakingly orchestrated. The ambience was very cozy yet classic and inviting with soft Italian music further softening the atmosphere. Luigi was our waiter per eccelenza, he was so jovial, patient and very professional. He was truly faithful to the food and mentioned his appreciation of eating here which was a tribute to excellence. We started with a wonderful bottle of Franciacorta (a premium prosecco that is testament to a terroir, rivaling a fine French champagne) Our selection started with a Pinza margherita which is a square pizza with a dough that is rested up to 18 hours, the crunch was superbly softened by the pillowy texture imbibed by the tomato sauce and cheese. The rest included a wonderfully crisp tricolore salad with just the right amount of dressing. The pasta is made in house and the sauces are perfectly balanced, and enjoyed by 3 of us. I opted for the Frutti di Mare risotto which was a delight, It was perfectly balanced with tender seafood and rice that melted in your mouth! Can't wait to return, this time it'll be sooner than later! Grazie! read more

Osteria Mamma - The Pinza Margherita was so deliziosa! - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We had a great time at Osteria Mamma! Went here to try out their dine la menu and it did not disappoint. Parking was super easy on Lucerne, you can also valet if that's your thing. Inside it was super cute and cozy and everyone was super friendly. For apps we got the cauliflower soufflé and the crostini and both were amazing! For meals we got the chicken tagliatelle and the gnocchi both were delicious and were good sized portions. For dessert we had the panna cotta and the chocolate cake. This was my first time trying panna cotta and it was delicious! The cake was a little dry and grainy but was still good. So glad we got to try out Osteria Mamma! read more

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Recently dined here and not only was the service great but the pasta, specifically the vodka rigatoni with the shrimp was amazing! Soo creamy and the shrimp had no tails which is HUGE plus for me. It was the perfect portion of food, not too much or little. I would come here again and it's a great date night spot. read more

Osteria Mamma - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I must be the luckiest woman in the world. My husband just surprised me with a special evening with the Vinter Donna Fugata for whom they've crafted a verse special tasting menu. It's happening now and absolutely exquisite! read more

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I ordered Aglio e Olio with sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, parmigiana cheese for $40. All I got back was aldente spaghetti and very little slices garlic. I called the restaurant and was told that was how they prepared that dish menis the red pepper flakes and parmigiana cheese for. She offered to remake the dish if I could come in to pick it up. I declined to do so because of no transportation. I have had that dish many times from different restaurants, this experience was a first and last for me. I will never order anything from them again. People out there beware! I ordered through Grub Hub so Ambiance has no place here. read more

I visited Osteria Mamma after seeing so many good reviews, and it truly lived up to the hype. They had a carrot soup as the special of the day, and since the weather was chilly, I ordered it -- it was absolutely delicious. The bread you drizzle oil on felt a bit greasy, but the soup itself was incredible. I also tried the squid ink pasta, which I'd been really looking forward to, and it was so good. The shrimp was super fresh, and the flavors were spot on -- you can tell they really know how to cook. I went on a weekday evening and the service was wonderful. The ambiance was beautiful too, and I thought it would be a great place to come back for a date. Valet parking is $15, but there's plenty of street parking in the surrounding residential area. Overall, if you're craving truly delicious Italian food, I highly recommend this place. I came because of the great reviews, and it ended up being even better than expected. The price is bit high though it worth it ;) read more

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The gnocchi were so soft and almost melted in my mouth. Weeks later and I'm still thinking about this meal. In addition to the gnocchi, we ordered the crostino, lasagna, pana cotta, and tiramisu. All so delicious. read more

Had a very enjoyable dining experience for dinner! I appreciate the unpretentious setting that you get with the authentic culinary experience. Service was good, they were always clearing plates and checking in on our drinks. The crostini di burrata was my absolute favoriteeee oh my goodness. It took me back to Italy. The sweet honey drizzle with the creaminess of burrata to juxtapose the savory prosciutto. Mamma Mia!! SO GOOD. Also ordered the pappardelle Al Fumo and carbonara. Papardelle was meh in terms of flavor. Carbonara tasted very good. Both could've been a bit more al dente. Tiramisu was delicious. Hate to be a snob but it's one of my favorite desserts, when it's done right. This one hit the mark. Overall really great experience but docked a star because both pasta dishes were slightly overcooked for an authentic Italian place. Love that the pasta is handmade in house. Decent wine selection, love that they offer sancerre read more

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Came here during Dine LA on a Friday night. Street parking was super easy and the restaurant wasn't too crowded when we got there but became crowded and pretty loud/hard to hear as the night went on. Our server was friendly and attentive. Overall, the food is good but not great. I enjoyed the flavor of the dishes we tried: arancini, maltagliati alla vodka and tagliatelle alla norcina, but the pasta was a little undercooked for some bites. The panna cotta was probably my favorite with the raspberry sauce. Nothing was bad there are just tons of great Italian spots in LA and I didn't feel that any of the dishes that we tried outdid other spots. read more

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Came here on a date. It's a cute little place and has wonderful service. Very attentive. We got the cacio e Pepe and a pizza. Both were tasty! The cacio was a bit too cheesy but overall delicious. The pizza had a fantastic crust! Finished it off with tiramisu. A solid choice of a place the only bummer is that it was rather expensive. But the service was great as I said. Walked there so can't comment on parking. read more

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Lovely place. Must say, it was the pizza that turns out to be prize of the place. Quite bust at times.

Food was great, gnocchi was very good, as well as the steak. Mirko pizza tasted good but seemed a little dry, the Crostino with the prosciutto and black truffle was fantastic, I probably could have ordered another round. Service was very nice, our server was very helpful and pleasant. Unassuming from the outside almost a hidden little spot, relaxed and low key. read more

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Easy five stars for Osteria Mamma. We were both extremely impressed by the food here. To eat, we split a variety of dishes including the Focaccia, Farro Salad, Maltagliati alla Vodka, Pappardelle al Brasato, Bigolotto Nero, and Tiramisu. We also ordered a fried eggplant side dish, which I forget the name of. Everything was delicious and flavorful. My favorite dish was the Maltagliati. The ambiance was nice and service was impeccable. If looking for good Italian food, Osteria Mamma will not disappoint! read more

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I've been constantly disappointed by Italian food in LA. So much of it is Americanized and not authentic or actual Italian dishes. I'm SO glad I found out about Osteria Mamma. Every single thing we ordered was incredible and tasted just like it would in Italy. If you come there is limited street parking but we had no issues finding a spot. They have a gorgeous outdoor patio and plenty of space inside as well. It does get super busy so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time. I do plan to come back! Be sure to save room for dessert. Their tiramisu is amazing! read more

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This has quickly become one of our favorite Italian restaurants in Los Angeles. They have a traditional menu with unique takes on classic items -- like the Carbonara which comes in a frying pan. The Cacio e Pepe is creamy and made right at the table. The service is phenomenal every time, feels like you're visiting a family owned establishment. The space is lively and perfect for date night! read more

Osteria Mamma - Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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In crowded, congested, and car packed Los Angeles, I was pleasantly surprised this charming Italian restaurant was away from the busy streets and in quiet neighborhood with plenty of free street parking...fabulous! At least on a Sunday night. I learned about Osteria Mamma on the Youtube show "Worth It"...and it is worth it! Service was friendly, ambience was warm dark and romantic, with Italian chic design. Frittura Mista, $22...deep fried, calamari, shrimp, zucchini, carrots, red and yellow peppers...a tasty, fun, fresh, and unique combination of deep fried happiness. I just though the portion size would be a bit larger for the price. Pappardelle al Brasato, $28...quite possibly the best tomato red sauce I've ever eaten! Rich, robust, and flavorful! Braised short ribs, porcini mushrooms, fresh ricotta cheese, and parmigiano reggiano. I was able to sub in the restaurant's signature green spinach pasta, made in house, and absolutely delicious! Trucioli $32...a wonderful, creamy and cheesy white sauce loaded with Porcini mushroom, fresh black truffle, and a generous scoop of fresh Burrata. If you want something unique and decadent, eat this! So good! read more

Authentic Italian dishes, casual, great service , cute little corner spot. The Soffiato was my fave. read more

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visited for a quick birthday meal and was overly satisfied. the margherita flatbread was nothing too special, great chewy dough but expected flavor. the risotto was what really impressed us. the texture was just absolutely amazing with a perfect creaminess. very filling, great portion, and just practically plate-licking good (we didn't do that but it tasted that good). the mushrooms themselves were also just so high quality and tasted amazing i can't tell what part about it i like more. this dish was the one we fought over. read more

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I ordered a Pizza Margherita through uber eats. If you look at the picture what is missing?? Anyone? This was a cheese pizza that honestly taste worse and greasier than a dam Little Caesars cheese pizza. And I dislike little Caesars. read more

Osteria Mamma - OVER priced greasy "Pizza Margherita" - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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what really sets Osteria Mamma apart isn't just the exceptional food () It's the feeling you leave with. There is a warmth, authenticity, and genuine hospitality that makes you feel less like a customer and more like a welcomed guest in someone's home. Every course was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and served with pride...oh, and DELICIOUS read more

Cute little restaurant in Hollywood (near Paramount studios) Family owned. Great wine selection. Spectacular customer service. Very friendly. The food was delicious. I wanted to take a nap afterwards because it is real Italian flavors and ingredients read more

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Fantastic DineLA option I have shockingly never been here before. Shame on me. Came in as a party of 4 for dinner on a Friday. Our entire party opted for the DineLA dinner special. Worked out perfectly for our group that got to order everything we wanted. Of the 4 starters, my personal favorite was the tuna tartare. We were all fighting for that last bite. For our mains, we got 2 pastas a chicken and a fish dish. The spicy penne was my favorite. The fish was a close second. There were only 2 options for dessert so we ended up getting 2 of each. My pick was the panna cotta. Excellent service. read more

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I do enjoy this restaurant but last time I went, we stood up front for a good 10 minutes before we were acknowledged and greeted. We didn't get any bread and it took forever for us to order. I definitely think they are understaffed. Food is good. read more

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Had this place listed on places I needed to go try, and they had a DineLA menu, so we went to finally check it out. Had a reservation so we were seated right away. The restaurant was pretty crowded, but it was the weekend, so... expected. When our server for to the take, he brought water and we were ready to order. We started with the tuna tartar and the meat balls. The meatballs were bite sized and very moist, with good flavor. A nice bite each time. The tuna tartar was presented very nicely sitting on a bed of avocado which gave it that extra life in terms of flavor. For entrees, the Gnocchetti al Fumo was recommended and, while decent, it really didn't stand out to me. The guanciale pink sauce was good but it just didn't hit like I had hoped based on the enthusiasm of the recommendation. The branzino, likewise, was underwhelming. Just felt very basic and would have loved to have a crispy skin on the fish. As for dessert, the Panna Cotta also felt underwhelming, yet the salame di Cioccolata was different and tasty. Overall, the restaurant, at least the DineLA menu, didn't live up to the expectations I had for the place. I may go back and try a pizza or two but, with so many Italian restaurants in LA, hard to recommend you running out and eating here read more

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Went here for DineLA. I had the crostini followed by the straccetti di vitello and the panna cotta for dessert. Crostini was excellent with folds of prosciutto and creamy stracciatella and shavings of black truffle. The veal was ok, a little tough to the bite but the sauce was flavorful. The panna cotta was a nice finish. Really enjoyed the texture and that it wasn't overly sweet. My companion goes there regularly for the lasagna and she loved every bite (she ate all of it!). She also thoroughly enjoyed the big portion of burrata and tomatoes with a balsamic jam (?). DineLA came with a glass of the house red wine, which was very good. We had a window table in the second room which was the perfect spot. Service was attentive with food pacing and plate clearing. Truly a great authentic Italian dining experience in a cozy environment, suitable for every day or special occasion dining. Parking frees up on Melrose at 7 pm but there's lots of parking available on the adjacent streets and valet is offered read more

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Amazing. I ordered through Grubhub GM for I was craving Italian. I ordered the cauliflower soup and the brasato. All very good. Flavorful a the meat was juicy. I would definitely recommend and order again. read more

We tried this place for Dine LA week. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I was surprised how good the flourless chocolate cake was. We will be back! read more

Osteria Mamma - Flourless chocolate cake - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here for Dine LA and had a very enjoyable and fresh tasting meal. The calamari in particular was my favorite. The service is also phenomenal. Our waiter, Luigi, was fantastic and recommend the perfect wine for the meal. read more

From the moment we walked in we were received with a big smile, our server Gigi it's so knowledgeable and friendly, the wine list is Amazing, the pasta super fresh and delicious, the Tiramisu it's incredible. I do recommend this place when you want to taste authentic Italian cuisine. Thanks Filippo for the great work you are doing. Ps. Forgot to mention his amazing Italian wine list! Superb. read more

My Bestie and I had brunch at this place. Who would've thought this place existed. Love the atmosphere here. Very beautiful and well designed for a mom and pop place. If you like an authentic Italian cuisine this is the place to be. The server is related to the owner of the restaurant and he recommended his mother's pasta which you'll see in my pictures. If you're in town and love a real Italian food come to this place you won't be disappointed. Service is excellent. read more

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We missed this place so we decided to come back. Quiet moment not busy. I made my reservation and we got a table for four. Service was fast and got a bit disappointed the food was salty. I'm not sure if they changed the chef or the ingredients. But at the end they served us a dessert to kill the saltiness of the pasta. read more

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Excellent spot for a romantic dinner for great Italian food. We made reservations for early dinner as we had to go for a show at The Wiltern and were seated right away. The server was real nice and helped with the menu and changes. I had the squid ink Pasta w/shrimp which was really great! But the Gemelli alla Vodka (requested spicy) was amazing. read more

Osteria Mamma - Squid ink Pasta - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I celebrated my Birthday here last night with a friend and I had (2) glasses of House Chardonnay with my meal. My friend does not drink, and just had water with his meal. While the food is always good and likewise, the service is great, I was rather shocked when the bill came and I was charged $25 per glass for the House Chardonnay, which was roughly the price of each of our entrees. $50 for (2) rather normal size glasses of an ordinary Chardonnay seems rather steep! I guess the takeaway, is to always inquire about the price of something before you order here (and I would include daily specials in that, too, sine they are just rattled off, and not on any printed material for you to glance at.) I must say as much as I enjoyed the meal, I feel rather "ripped off", and it did not leave a great, lasting impression with me. I've included a partial list of wine offered by the glass on their website. My question is? Why wasn't I offered one of those, or something similar???? read more

Osteria Mamma - partial wine list by the glass - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here for my daughters 18th bday. Food was good, service was meh. They brought her a tiramisu so that was nice. read more

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One of my favorite spots. Good vibe. Great food. Good service. I go 3 to 4x a year. Good location close to Michelin Star restaurants.

A cozy spot in Melrose perfect for catching up with friends and family. The spot is not that big, so I recommend reserving a table. The place gets busy at dinner time. Our server was attentive, even if the place was packed that night we were there. Food-wise, I loved what I've ordered. For pasta, I got the Cacio E Pepe (final touches were prepped at the cheese wheel). Then for pizza, I got the Mirko because it had burrata and prosciutto :) To cap it off, my husband and I shared gelato. Pistacchio's actually really good because it's not too sweet. read more

Osteria Mamma - Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This hole in the wall spot on Melrose is definitely worth a try. Their waiter Luigi was so kind and knowledgeable, always changing out our plates and silverware and making sure we were well taken care of. Definitely try their burrata with grilled eggplant and tomato. It was so beautiful and the burrata was so creamy. We loved their branzino and the squid ink spaghetti with shrimp! Don't skip the tiramisu, it was so light and airy read more

Really love the atmosphere, waiter is very attentive, but frankly, the tables are rather small for big eaters read more

Osteria Mamma - Their charcuterie is quite a healthy portion! - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California