Great service in a busy authentic Italian neighborhood restaurant. We really enjoyed the friendly staff at Pomodoro and the pasta was wonderful. Our table of three enjoyed different pasta varieties with wonderful sauces. And the bread accompaniment, what can I say? It was fresh, and hot, with a crispy crust and light dough and with some olive oil, just delicious. Price point for the evening was great. Come enjoy! read more

Such a gem of Italian food in Westwood! I absolutely adore this place - the food, the customer service are superb. I once went during grad weekend, which meant it was a very long wait - but once we were seated it felt very worth it. The servers were attentive, and pasta comes in large portions and they have a large menu to choose from. It is a smaller restaurant, but they try to accommodate the crowds with outdoor seating. Parking is only on the street. read more

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Quality Italian restaurant in Westwood. Fresh ingredients. I had the Pollo alla Parmigiana. Portion size was generous, which is always a plus. The chicken was good, although lacked a little seasoning. Still a very good dish. Service was friendly and attentive. read more

What an amazing Italian restaurant! Pomodoro Trattoria is one of those gem of a restaurants. Myself and my party came here when they first opened due to us passing the restaurant one day and being intoxicated with the smells as we passed. We just knew we had to come back and try the restaurant. We were promptly sat by the friendly staff and were given our menus for viewing. There are a number of choices for whatever mood you're in and everything sounded delicious. I opted for the lemon chicken with vegetables and a side of pasta. It was delicious and feeling. I will definitely be back to try more! read more

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Super affordable, high quality pasta. Super friendly staff. Felt like walking into a random family owned pasta spot in Italy. Brings in a younger crowd because of its price but I assure you it's still worth a visit. read more

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Five starts for the bruschetta and penne all arrabbiata. These two dishes alone carried the meal. I would even dare to say that this was the best arrabbiata and bruschetta I've ever had. We came in on a Friday night at 5:30 and were seated right away (a rarity in the area). It didn't get super busy but looked like there was a steady flow of people coming in but the longest anyone had to wait was probably around 10-20 minutes. I personally prefer my pasta a little more al dente than it was served but the sauce was so good, the texture was easy to overlook. You could also tell that the gnocchi was very fresh, I felt like the gnocchi capri was missing something to really put it over the edge but it was still quite tasty. The thing I was the most disappointed about was the tiramisu... I was so hyped up by the quality of the meal that I was really expecting an amazing tiramisu. It was just okay. The crunchy bits were a nice touch but I can't say that it was the most memorable. Service is fantastic. Servers are very attentive and quick to notice when you're done with plates for a smooth transition to the next dish. Will definitely be back for the arrabbiata. read more

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What a little gem in the heart of Westwood!! My friend and I visited for the first time today and we were both impressed from the minute we walked in. The "whole ensemble" was there for us: the warm welcome, the ambiance, the BREAD and of course our pasta entrees. They hit all the notes for us....and MARCO, our server was especially sweet and very accommodating!!!! read more

My coworker recommended this place as a great date night spot. I couldn't agree more! The food is great, ambience is great, and the menu has tons of options. My friend and I came on a weeknight and shared the Italian salad with salami, chicken alla diavola, and gnocchi caprino. The food was great, and the bread they gave us was very fresh tasting. A great neighborhood gem. read more

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Amazing, authentic pasta!! Their pasta is very well made and you can tell it's high-quality, making it taste absolutely delicious. Came here for the first time on a Monday night and it was packed and I can see why! The space is small, but cozy. We ordered the Pizza Bianca, Farfalle Con Pollo pasta, and Linguine Al Pesto. The pizza was good, but the STAR of the show was the Pesto Pasta! The sauce melts in your mouth and the noodles are perfectly cooked with amazing flavor. I genuinely think it was the best Pesto I've ever had. The Farfalle Con Pollo pasta was delicious as well, the sauce had a great flavor. Servers were kind and helpful and ambiance was nice. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because the service was a bit slow, we waited a very long time for our food and especially our check, but everyone was very friendly and they were busy. So glad I tried this spot and I will 100% be back!! read more

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I dined with some friends this evening at Pomodoro located in Westwood, Los Angeles. It is a corner location with indoor and outdoor seating with a very extensive menu and most of all, the prices right. No entree was more than $26 and I had the Rigatoni Funghi ($18.50) with Chicken Sausage and a side order of Spinach ($8.50). Our server was Marco who was excellent in knowing the manu and overall service! The interior is old school Italian and for a Thursday night was quite busy with what seemed were longstanding customers. I rarely stray from Venice but Pomodoro Trattoria is worth the jaunt. The menu is diversified including Pizza and I will definitely return. The bread was great as well as the Bruschetta! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Parking: only metered street parking or neighborhood parking. Ambiance: Quaint little Italian spot, the dining room is quite small. They have some tables outside on the side walk as well. Service is phenomenal, super friendly and attentive. They also offer good bread for service. Food: everything we ate was delicious, we also only waited about 15 minutes for everything. The calamari is a bit rubbery and the sauce isn't very flavorful. Otherwise, the mushroom gnocchi and pizza Bianca are amazing. We love this spot! read more

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First time trying this restaurant and honestly, my friend and I were just saying that we have not had the most authentic pasta until HERE. The restaurant is located on the corner and it's best to find street parking. The street parking around are residential areas, so I would say it wasn't too hard for us to find parking? It's a quiet neighborhood, so it wasn't busy at all. Walking in the restaurant, it's a small quaint little pasta shop. The decor is very traditional (not modern) so it gives off just very "classic" feeling. There wasn't that much people dining for lunch, so there were many tables open. I was worried there would be wait, but we were seated immediately. Service was also very quick and efficient too. We were first offered bread and first off, the bread was nice and soft! Great appetizer to start off with. Then we got to order the Farfalle Con Pollo and the Gnocchi Caprino. It didn't take too long for us to get our dishes either. They came about the same time. I tried the Gnocchi Caprino first and I really liked how soft the pasta was and it was quite flavorful! The pasta sauce was a great amount as well. I do recall having Gnocchi the first time in San Diego, which I remembered it to be chewier. So I wish this one was more chewy, but it was rather just soft. Next trying the Farfalle Con Pollo, I think I actually enjoyed this one more between the two. The flavors here tasted a bit more complex. The pasta itself was nicely cooked, and the flavors all together were pretty nice. I really enjoyed it with the sundried tomatoes, it gave us a nice sweet punch to it. This was really good! Overall, I enjoyed how casual this place was and the prices were pretty reasonable for the pasta dishes. Services and food were great, this was a very nice experience! I did notice they charge 3% for credit card, so I just used cash. read more

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First, the service was great!!! Very friendly staff, especially Marco! He was so friendly and pleasant. Their complimentary bread sooooo good, we had to have more. It was warm, crispy and so soft in the middle. Baked freshly at the restaurant. I would buy a dozen of them if they sold it. Their salad with goat cheese and beet had light dressing, not drenched wet, which was perfect. We had Linguini with smoked Salmon and Linguini Pescatore. I didn't have shrimp and fish in my dish, but had plenty of calamari, scallops and mussels. Both dishes were very tasty. Price is reasonable, very cute place with clean bathrooms, We will definitely go back. read more

Spaghetti Mediterranean was absolutely perfect! Would definitely go back and try some of their other dishes!

Pomodoro Italian Restaurant in Westwood continues to be one of my favorite go-to spots! Dined in on 12/4/25. The bread is truly the star of the show--warm, fresh, and dangerously addictive. I honestly look forward to it every visit. The pasta is consistently delicious, cooked perfectly with rich, flavorful sauces every time. On top of the fantastic food, the service is always phenomenal--attentive, friendly, and welcoming without being overbearing. It's the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back again and again. Relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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Great service. Nice quiet lunch place. Food is outstanding. Street meter parking is available. read more

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A quaint unassuming authentic Italian trattoria in Westwood. Everything is freshly made daily. The gnocchi was the best I've had in many years. Soft yet bitey, creamy and hoodlike in texture. I chose the arrabbiata marinara which suited the dish well. I can't wait to try it with their homemade pesto. Modestly priced, friendly service, a true gem of a find. I started with a lightly dressed chopped salad and lentil soup. Both were simple yet perfectly delicious. My girlfriend loved her Vodka & Capers with Farfalle . Finely graded cheese made everything so creamy and just right. I highly recommend this fine place. I'm headed back with my sons this week already. read more

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Great Italian food in Westwood! Came with a friend on a Tuesday evening around 7. They were a little crowded which makes sense because the place isn't too big, but we didn't have to wait too long, maybe 20 minutes. Service was friendly and prompt once we were seated, ambiance inside the restaurant is nice, it feels homey and comfy. I got the gnocchi alla fiorentina and my friend got the risotto al funghi. Both dishes came out piping hot and tasted great. I believe the gnocchi is made fresh in house and it had a great texture and paired well with the creamy sauce and spinach. My friend's risotto was also amazing, the savory mushrooms were great and complimented well by the cheese and broth the risotto was cooked in. The majority of the main dishes here are under $30 and all the glasses of wine were around $10 which is great pricing for an Italian restaurant in LA Great place to get Italian food in Westwood, fairly affordable, good quality food and nice service. Would recommend, would return read more

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First, the fantastic: the gnochi, egglant parm appetizer, wine and bread. All delicioius. Slightly less fantastic: the crowded sidewalk waiting to get a table, the volume inside that made conversation difficult, how cold it was inside (doors wide open), and the service, which I hear is typically amazing but we had to beg a waiter to take our order after 30 minutes and then it took another 20 to arrive. Still, feel like we found a little gem and we'll be back, perhaps at off hours, which seem to start at 7:30 pm! read more

The bruschetta was fantastic! The bread had a nice crunch and the tomatoes were sweet and fresh. The pizza caprino was pretty good and the sun dried tomatoes were strong. Loved the sweet balsamic glaze. The thin crust was a little floppy with no structure making it a bit awkward to eat. The chicken in the pollo alla parmigiana was moist, but more pasta and veggies would be appreciated. We went on a Saturday around 6:30pm and had to wait 30mins to be seated. The place is quite popular and had a homey vibe. The tables felt a little too close together. However, the service was great and they're very efficient here. read more

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OMFG NEVER AGAIN!!! So Fkng loud. Bring restaurant super super loud tables crammed together. I was hoping for a peaceful Italian restaurant. This was louder thanyou can imagine. If you want to carry on a conversation with your guest forget it you'll never hear them. No further review is needed. We are leaving read more

Such a cute little spot! The room is tiny but in a good way--cozy and intimate. We went around 8:30 PM, and it was packed, but we still got a table within a few minutes. The prices are on the higher side, but totally reasonable for LA. More importantly, the food was amazing. We ordered the garlic bread to start; It came warm and it tasted wonderful. I had the gnocchi vodka pasta, and wow--SO GOOD. I also ordered a side of roasted veggies, and they were super fresh and perfectly cooked. My date got the linguini alfredo and loved every bite. Portions were a great size too--definitely left happy and full. Service was excellent. Our waiter checked in often and was really helpful. The whole place had an authentic feel, with people speaking Italian around us, which made the experience even better. Would absolutely come back! read more

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really nice italian spot, the pizza was great and they have a good selection of beer. classic cozy trattoria vibes and the pasta tasted super fresh. definitely a solid place for a relaxed dinner read more

I hesitate to write about this neighborhood gem because it already has hordes of people on the sidewalk waiting to get in at peak times. As the Trattoria in its name indicates, It is a simple, no frills establishment - one where you can count on getting consistent, authentic Italian cuisine executed perfectly every time. The portions are filling and prices fair. You start the meal by being served freshly baked Italian bread to dip in olive oil and whet your appetite while perusing a surprisingly large menu. They also have a few specials every night, including some of the best lasagna I have ever had. Favorites include the linguine pescatore, farfalle con pollo, chicken picatta, chicken alla parmigiana, linguine bolognese, burrata e pomodori salad and garlic bread. They have a small wine and beer menu and a few desserts as well. If you like tiramisu, you will not find a better one in LA than the one served here. The owner, Davide, is a charming and kind soul who mans the front of the house most weekends. Service is efficient in a team concept, but the entrees are all made to order so they do take a bit of time to cone out. The ambience is definitely not fancy, but clean and well maintained. They do pack tables fairly close together though to accommodate as many as possible in a relatively small space. If you are in or near the Westwood area, Pomodoro should be a must stop for authentic Italian cuisine in a casual setting. read more

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Great experience here on a Saturday evening. A nice crowd of locals. The staff were helpful and friendly, Felipe had a sense of humor also. We had the Spaghetti Mediterranean and the Penne con Turkey sausage. Both were delicious and freshly cooked to perfection! The Insalata Pomodoro was good also, light and tasty. They give bread and wifey had a bottle of Rose wine ($30). Small and quaint with a great menu. We will return. Go and try it out folks, you won't be disappointed.... read more

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I have been going to Pomodoro for years now ever since I found it in undergrad. It is so homey inside and I have always had a pleasant experience. I feel the prices are great for the area and the food is incredible. I am the biggest fan of their shrimp, so good! read more

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Some of the best low-key Italian in the area. Clean and cozy, great lunch and dinner spot! Service is excellent and attentive.

We tried this place after watching a game at Pauley. It was very crowded and people were dining outside in the cold so I knew it had to be good. It was lively inside with all tables full on a Saturday night at 7:30. Service: warm, welcoming and attentive Food: good portions. We had the bruschetta, beet salad, and chicken madera. All solid. One minor point on the seafood pasta special. The seafood was plentiful and fresh but the sauce was runny like a cioppino so it didn't cling to the pasta. Parking: found street parking on a side street read more

Pomodoro always seems to be packed especially around dinner time. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side but super cozy and there are tables lined outside as well. The menu is extensive, good luck settling on a dish because I took a solid 10 minutes trying to figure out what to get. I settled on the pesto gnocchi and pizza caprino. Pillowy soft bites of gnocchi with a creamy pesto sauce. Also, the pizza was on the softer side if you like a more doughy texture. I was satisfied with my meal here and for the price, I will definitely be returning. read more

Pomodoro Trattoria - gnocchi pesto and pizza caprino - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Worst ex worst restaurant experience in my 68 years never have I seen one person served their food and was uncomfortably and awkwardly finished it while the rest of the party was waiting complete incompetency both by the weight staff and the kitchen and the owner was nowhere in sight. This was recommended by a friend that said he knew the owner what an embarrassment. I wish I could give a zero star. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE & the owner is wonderful! will go forever & ever. The food is fresh, the dessert is delicious, the ambiance is beautiful i love it sm read more

This place used to be wonderful but apparently they had a change in management and now it's awful. Pasta was just boiled noodles with literally can sauce added to it . So disappointed by the quality of food . Same thing with chicken Parmesan. Thin slices of chicken added to sauce / no consistency , 0 flavor , . Will not return here :( read more

Really good Italian food and loved the environment. Service was ok, definitely had to flag down our waiter for things but overall good! read more

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came here for dinner and tried the fresh gnocchi. It was absolutely delicious. The service was really friendly and attentive. Has a really old world Italy feel here. They value keeping it traditional and quaint. There's a lot of different styles of pasta here and flavors of sauces. Ranges from pesto tomato, and basil, vodka sauce, etc. I got the gnocchi because they said they made it fresh daily, which was pretty cool. It literally was too delicious. I really want to go back here soon and have some more gnocchi. I got the gnocchi with chicken and it was a good portion, I only ate half. For parking I just parked on the side street, but you can also park on the main street. This is a must try! read more

Pomodoro Trattoria - gnocchi al pollo (chicken) freshly made daily, too good - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fair prices Decent wine Good bread Would go again Even the waiter filled up my glass again on the house Great people Solid place near UCLA read more

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I think this place deserves 10 stars. Food is amazing. Service is amazing. It's always packed. I celebrated 3 times my birthday there and will keep coming back. read more

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Pomodoro was exceptional. Exhausted from an afternoon visiting UCLA, my daughter wanted to dine in Westwood. Everyone was friendly. Great menu selection, along with 3 specials of the day. We had the Salmon special, veal parmigiana, shrimp fettuccine in a creamy red sauce, chicken Alfredo and linguine del mare. Oh, and the Caesar salad. Everything was authentic and delicious. Ample portions. Reminds the kids of our trip to Italy. read more

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Food is excellent. From Veal to Pizza to Everything pasta. Excellent desserts especially anything chocolate. We will be back. This was our first time here. Cons: the place is tiny and packed and noisy. It reminds me of Italy. BUT they solved this. They are on a corner and put cute tables outside along the windows all the way up the street with individual table heaters. Warm cozy and romantic read more

My daughters and I enjoyed dinner at Pomodoro recently before attending a play at the Geffen Theatre nearby. We did not have dinner reservations, but the weather was lovely and the folks waiting for tables were friendly, so the time went by nicely and we were seated. I want to give Marco a shout out for his friendly smile and great attitude and attentiveness to all the customers. He made sure we had plenty of time to relax and eat before going to the theatre. The food was delicious and plentiful. My daughters each had a pasta dish that they thoroughly enjoyed. I ordered a large salad that was fresh with a delicious lemon vinaigrette dressing. The ambiance was friendly and warm and cozy - we commented that it seemed like a neighborhood Italian eatery spot where folks came back again and again, and I can understand why. We live in OC, otherwise we would also be regulars. Thank you Marco and the great staff and chefs for a fun evening and great food! The play was fabulous also!! read more

This spot is such a hidden gem. The restaurant is small, cozy, and intimate, and the staff is always so kind and welcoming. The service is quick, the prices are great, and the portions are generous enough that I always have leftovers. I highly recommend the spicy arrabiata with sausage. It's perfectly flavorful with a nice kick as well as the pizza Bianca, which is absolutely yummy delicious. Everything tastes fresh and homemade. Definitely one of my favorite Italian spots read more