Bliss! I have been a customer here for well over 50 years! Love the Minestrone soup - it is absolutely delicious always served piping hot with delicious crusty bread! Then a small green salad ask for Italian dressing if you're not a fan of the Creamy Garlic house dressing. I am personally a fan of the manicotti as it is made from a crepe and filled with delicious cheeses and has a red gravy and mornay sauce on it! But I also am a fan of the baked mostaccoili too! So many choices! read more

Scarantino's is a true Glendale landmark, an old-school restaurant that has been serving the community since 1967. Four of us arrived for dinner right as the doors opened on a Saturday night, and while the food is excellent, I really wish they were open for lunch and dinner. The experience is solid old-school Italian exactly as you would expect; the interior, from the booths and tables to the decor, hasn't changed in over 50 years. This place holds deep personal significance for me. My parents used to come here, and we visited often with my stepfather when he was alive. I have great family memories tied to this space. Our meal started traditionally with a bread basket served with cold butter. Because I was saving my appetite for a food charity event later that night, I stuck with the antipasto salad, while my mom and sisters enjoyed the chicken parmigiano, chicken piccata, and veal parmigiana. The food quality remains high, and the service was great. We enjoyed quick, polite service from a server who looked after us well. It is a wonderful spot for anyone looking for a nostalgic, quality meal in a setting that feels frozen in time. read more

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My mom grew up going here (and she has since moved away). Every time she comes to visit she wants to go but we always forget, but finally we went. She was happy to get what she would always eat. I can't remember what she got but I got the pesto Alfredo. Can never go wrong with Alfredo. The soup was yummy and salad a perfect side. Service was friendly. The vibe was very classic Italian inside. There's parking lot right next to it which made it easy. Definitely a nice spot ! read more

Wow.. great experience.. food was excellent... tastey.. quick polite service.. ..knowledgeable Theresa... was the best... Classic clean service.. water always full.. no dirty plates to look at... Great classic Italian restaurant... We will be back... read more

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Solid old school Italian, just as you'd expect. It's 1967 in here - mid century vibes that feel like Dean Martin might stumble out of the back room with a high-ball in his hand! We had a party of 9 and they took great care of us. We ordered lots of items and everything was really good. Pricing is very fair. Quality is high in the food. Servers were great. Just shy of top shelf on all accounts. There are a few OG LA Italian places I'd hold the 5 star for, but this is a little closer and a little cheaper so the giving this 4 stars is not a dig - just setting expectations. read more

Great food and excellent service. The linguine with clams was delicious with the red sauce.

Scarentino's has been a family tradition of mine for several generations now. I've been coming here before I even had a conscious memory, and when that developed, it was of Sam greeting us at the front followed by delicious ravioli. My mom started going when she was a kid and this later became my father's favorite restaurant. We come here to celebrate his birthday every year in his memory. Any celebration is special when it is Scarentino's worthy, (and we justify it a lot LOL). From the stellar service, old school ambiance, and the house ragú, it truly is a special place and one of Glendale's gems. For those local here: if you know, you know, and if you're trying someplace new, you will not be disappointed! My top recommendations are the shrimp scampi, the linguine with clams (me and my dad's favorite), the classic lasagna (my mom's favorite), the eggplant Parmesan, and the chicken Marsala. The minestrone is delicious and I have yet to come across one that beats Scarentino's. They have an excellent pink sauce on request and is my sisters go to for her pasta. Everything on this menu is solid, and if you have room for dessert, the spumoni ice cream and tiramisu are delicious! I've tried many Italian restaurants and Scarentino's has yet to be outclassed. Next time you're considering going to Olive Garden, try this local family owned business instead and let the quality speak for itself. read more

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Sunday Night Family Italian spot. Wow. Electric. The place was packed with families at tables. There were other people carrying out cardboard boxes filled with to-go bags. This reminds me of any family style New England spot... you know - "The one in town". HISTORY! Check their website. Scroll to the bottom. PARKING Whether you're just picking up or sitting down for a long meal, there's easy free parking in the lot next door, just east of the restaurant. SERVICE Despite being a busy night, we only had to wait a few short minutes before Anthony sat us at a comfy booth style 4-top. (Reservations are for groups of 5 or more) Despite the busy - it was busy - night, all the servers were great and happy - food came hot. FOOD Bread came to the table, but we ordered a loaf of garlic bread anyway (we carb load hard) STARTERS - get these: The Portabello mushrooms are loaded with garlic and butter. The mozzarella and tomato with tons of freshly julienned basil (oil and vinegar on the side) - it was devoured before a photo. Dinners come with a salad and soup. Salad: Simple salad with dressing (1000 island style dressing). Amazing tomatoes. Soup: A cup of house minestrone? Has wheat noodles in it. Our server switched out for salad because of Gluten allergic people. More food MAINS* GLUTEN FREE PASTA They have a corn based GF pasta that is great pairing with sauces. Eggplant Parmigiana A stack of breaded eggplants with tons of melted mozzarella cheese. I'd definitely get this again. The sauce and garlic bread are a perfect match. I wanna roll up my sleeves and make a sandwich outta it (including the spaghetti). Chicken Rolletini (GF) My daughter loved this. "It's great" Baked Manicotti + sausage My son can EAT, but this is a lot of food! Creamy sauce with the garlic bread is also a super combo. The side "add-on" sausage comes on a plate separately from the main dish (my son loved it). Made awesome leftovers. Pasta Tino (GF) Swapped the pasta for gluten free version. Fantastic sausage and flavor of artichoke hearts make the dish. If you like artichoke flavor - this is for you. *There is a lot of food. We brought home two bags of leftovers for lunch the next day. PRICE The price of dinners before wine was very reasonable. The food - the people - the atmosphere - the family vibe of the customers around you - worth it!! (Also this was plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day!) Dessert next time. They have cannoli. Cmon. I'm stuffed. read more

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As I enter the restaurant, it kind of brought me back to South Philadelphia. Definitely very Italian restaurant's environment. I suppose I got lucky, I had a great server also. Most of the food is great, except I've had better Eggplant Parmigiana. I expected kind of a flattened breaded eggplant . read more

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My mom and grandparents always used to come here while growing up, and now my boyfriend and i have the pleasure of coming here! The soup! The salad! The fried mozzarella! Omg! Loved it all so much, can't wait to be back. read more

Scarantino's Italian Inn - Fried Mozzarella - Italian Near Me - Glendale, California

Came in and was greeted right away. Staff were friendly and inviting. Restaurant was nicely decorated and intimate. The food was really good. The bread was pillowy and soft. The manicotti was cheesy and delicious. The lasagna was layered great meat & cheese ratio. The Italian sausage had good seasoning and a great flavor. Come hungry and you'll still leave with left overs. Price point is $$-$$$ but the portions are large and filling. The spumoni ice cream was really good and you could taste each flavor. Would definitely come back. A nice touch was the owner came by and recommended a few dishes to try since I had never been here before. Would recommend and dine again. read more

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Ashlee is great, service was excellent! It's a small cozy restaurant in glendale, that I never knew existed. Very authentic Italian food. I ordered the Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and it was delicious. Will be back again to support this family owned restaurant. read more

First timer here! Absolutely loved the authentic and cozy atmosphere of the restaurant and I appreciated the staff offering exceptional service by being really attentive of their customers! I had the Baked Manicotti. It's exactly how it's described but honestly it sounds much better on paper... It was basically an Italian enchilada but the combination of a crepe and ricotta cheese wasn't it. I'd recommend to order something else off the menu. I'd also suggest skipping the bread since it isn't served toasted/warm, therefore it tastes slightly stale, not worth the calories or carbs imo. Nonetheless, I was a satisfied costumer with the delicious soup and salad offered with the meal, I was not expecting that treat! It's evident this restaurant tries to go above and beyond and for that I applaud them! read more

Scarantino's Italian Inn - Baked Manicotti - Italian Near Me - Glendale, California

Love this place. First of all, it's PRISTINE. You could literally eat off the floor. Second: The food is quite good. I'm from New York and, no, it doesn't stand up to the places I grew up with but it's a wonderful stand-in that makes it not so hard to be so far from homestyle Italian food. My favorite dishes are the chicken piccato and the eggplant and chicken parms. The meatballs are also great -- I prefer to order them on the side. The tomato sauce tastes good on the parm plates but elsewhere... mezza mezza. It does taste a little bit like Chef Boyarde. My friends without context like the meat sauce, but it's not my thing. Still, we order a good comfort dinner from here every couple of weeks. We're loyal fans and will continue to crave our favorites. read more

This was my first visit. It felt a little like traveling back in time. Wood paneled walls and dark red booths. Cute holiday decor and a very warm and attentive staff. Classic Italian faire and large portions. We really enjoyed ourselves. read more

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Amazing food, service and friendly staff. Jamie our waitress was amazing a well. My granddaughter loves this place so much.

Have been going for over 25 years and went to the cousin restaurant in Pasadena since 1970 until it closed. Super friendly staff and great minestrone soup. Dinners come with soup, salad and crusty Italian bread. A classic. read more

Fantastic family owned restaurant. Has had some of the same waitresses for over 15 years. Great pasta. Unlearn what Olive Garden teaches as pasta and sauce. read more

We have been going here for years. They make my favorite veggie pizza and pasta. The service is always friendly and welcoming. 100% read more

Scarantino's Italian Inn - Pasta with olive oil and lots of veggies. Yummy - Italian Near Me - Glendale, California

The services was average. They have the BEST minestrone soup! The restaurant is old school with a nice ambiance. I also had their Shrimp Scampi which I also enjoyed! I will return to Scarantino! read more

If you've never eaten at Scarantino's, pull out your calendar right now and make a plan, because this is a fantastic find -- and boy, am I glad I finally found this place. I've lived in Los Angeles (San Fernando Valley) for 37 years and hadn't heard of it until today, so now I'm mourning the many years of meals I haven't had. A family operation that's been open since 1967 (with related family restaurant roots going even further back to 1949), Scarantino's is a gem of an old-school Italian restaurant full of warmth, charm and friendly service that immediately makes you feel like you're eating at home instead of out. The dining room is a complete throwback to mid-century America, which is tremendous fun. As spotlessly clean as if my own, finicky mother was in charge, the decades-old decor (wood paneled walls, red & white checkered table cloths) transports you to a time when you could dine out on plentiful servings of good quality food for a reasonable price. And that's not just a feeling you get from the retro ambiance, because Scarantino's proves this is still possible today. Each entree is served with a salad topped with a tasty dressing they've bolstered with a dash of Parmesan, and a cup of homemade minestrone soup built from a hearty broth packed with fresh vegetables, potatoes and macaroni. This is elemental stuff that'll get you properly prepared for the main attraction. On to the entrees. My wife ordered the Chicken Voldostano, a breast that's stuffed with Italian ham and Provolone then sauteed with butter, lemon and fresh mushrooms. The chicken was light and flavorful in its simple sauce, the ham and cheese adding a luxurious depth without being salty (a frequent, unfortunate trait of ham & cheese stuffings, but not here). I ordered the Veal Parmigiana -- a simply breaded and fried cutlet topped with fresh mozzarella, resting on a light, slightly acidic tomato sauce. The veal was tender and tasty, with the melted fresh mozzarella being a welcome departure from the heavier servings of cheese offered at most places. Both dishes were accompanied by spaghetti, which we asked to have tossed in olive oil & garlic rather than marinara; the light, herbaceous bite was a nice contrast to the heartier preparations of our meats. Remember what I said about reasonable prices? Well, each of our entrees was $22 including the soup, salad and spaghetti, which is quite a bargain in today's economy. Especially considering this is very high quality, great tasting food. Couple all this with a friendly, gregarious waitress and a laid-back crowd of couples and families, and you've got the perfect spot to enjoy the kind of meal you used to when you were a kid. And now that I finally know about Scarantino's, I'll be back frequently to try most everything else on the menu. Like I said, grab your date book and book a date for dinner. You'll be very happy you did. read more

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The service was excellent. Everyone was very nice and accommodating. Unfortunately the food was mediocre. We won't be going back.

Wanted to try something new in the area a d found this Italian gem. The decor is very authentic old school and I loved every inch of it The service was great. Everyone was super friendly and attentive especially our server Jestina (shoutout to Jestina, the real mvp.) We ordered two fountain drinks, two minestrone, antipasto, the Glendale special(pizza) and lasagna. Everything came out fast. The pizza was very good and light (8.5/10.) the minestrone was really good (8/10) the antipasto was not bad (6.7/10) and the lasagna was really good (9/10). All the portions were more than big enough. This was for two people and we still had half a pizza and antipasto to go so this much can easily feed 3-4 people. The total for all the food and drinks was $66. Not many places you can get old school authentic food to feed a whole family and not break the bank. It's definitely worth a try if you are in the area. read more

The best Italian Restaurant in the area! The only place us real Italians go to eat. You will not be disappointed.

Food, service, ambiance-everything is A+. You know when you walk in and see those red and white checkered tablecloths that the food is about to be delicious. I recently moved to Glendale after living in Los Feliz all my life. I was sad I was moving away from my Palermo Restaurant until I tried this gem today. Interestingly enough I had passed by this spot all life but never thought to give it a try. I had their minestrone soup, antipasto salad, Glendale pizza, and Lasagna - everything was delicious (although the antipasto could be improved, it was still tasty with their homemade dressings). The portion sizes were great! Not too big, not too small, exactly As filling as it should be. And with two people, we even had leftovers to take home. The entire staff was great, and the ambiance was cozy and felt like someone's Italian grandma's house. And our waitress Jestena was super down-to-earth. I'm glad I finally decided to try the spot-I'll definitely be back. read more

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We've been coming here for years..... I absolutely love this place. Best minestrone soup around. Everyone is really lovely that works there. Super cozy old school Italian restaurant. read more

We got there before opening and weren't the first! . Started by sharing a fried mozzarella, then their cup of soup and a small salad which comes with entrées (we always have the house dressing). Nice change to see it still included versus so many other restaurants. It's been a loooonggg time since were here but some of the people still recognized us :). Although we didn't see on the menu the chicken cacciatore Mr. Picky always loved best, yes, the kitchen would make it for him. Yay! I tried the lasagna with an Italian sausage and liked it. And to end the mail? Yes, what we always order after Italian food, two large Spumoni ice creams. It's really nice to be back! read more

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My friends and I had a great time here. The manicotti with a side of sausage was fantastic!

Scarantinos !!! What can I say .... Our parents brought us here since were little kids ... Saturday nights at Scarantinos was a very big treat for us ! Old school Italian restaurant .. Classic Italian dishes .. the best minestrone soup ever!! Fun vibe ~. Jim the owner is always up front greeting his guests .. Great service .. solid restaurant all the way around. This place holds so many beautiful memories for me .. My parents are no longer with us .. but my brother and I keep the tradition going ... I have tears in my eyes every time I walk in here .. I'm so grateful for Jim and Scarantinos! A beautiful experience every time we come! Thank you guys! Until next time... cheers !!!! read more

The food is amazing! Their preparation of their Italian dishes never fail to please! All of the servers are pleasant and friendly. I love the old style look of the restaurant. read more

Been coming to Scarantino's for about 10 years. I love it! It has that cozy family vibe and the food is always delicious. I grew up with Italian from Chicago and Scarantino's makes me feel right at home. The staff has always been friendly and engaging. Also, save room for the Spumoni! It's some of the best I've ever had. Always looking forward to coming back! read more

Keeping the review brief and simple. My fiance, Pops and I came here for dinner, Pops has been here a few times with his friends but this was our first. We ordered the Chicken Voldastano, the Lasagna for Pops and Chicken Parmigiana for myself together with a bottle of burgundy. The entree comes WITH minestrone soup & salad - That soup!!! It was quite delish! We are off to a good start! Our server Jessica was very sweet and courteous, she took our orders then a gentleman came and laid a bread basket and some butter on the table while we're waiting for the main meal, it also gave me time to look around and get a good look at the place, it was simple, clean and has ample seating to accommodate a group or for an intimate couple's dinner. The sequence of serving was just perfect! Jessica served us our Salad & Soup and a few minutes later, came the main meal, it looked delicious and smells appetizing! I am happy to report that the food tasted as good as it looked - Yum! I am really glad Pops coaxed us to come here, we loved the food and the service, definitely a great incentive to come back the next time we get that Italian food craving. Delicious food, clean restaurant and great service, what more can you ask for? Enjoy! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious. This little family owned restaurant is highly recommended. The wait staff was also exceptional and the girls are absolutely adorable. We had the portobello mushroom starter and we were not disappointed. The meals came with a cup of minestrone soup and a salad with the tastiest house dressing. I orderef the canneloni and it was the best I've ever had. My husband ordered the spaghetti and mushrooms in a tomato and sherry sauce. It, too, was delicious. We ate only half of our entrees and are looking forward to the leftovers. We rounded out our dinner with a shared tiramisu. It was as delicious as it looks. If i could give this restsurant more than 5 stars, i happily would. Thank you for the lovely Italian experience. Tina P.S. i took a look at some of the reviews that were a little less than ideal and i have to say that i 100% disagree with them. read more

Wonderful place.. Home feel environment Pretty good tasting Italian food Want to go back soon! read more

I love a good, old-school red sauce joint. Sadly, Scarantino's is not that. It has the ambience down, with the wood paneling, wrought iron light fixtures, and red gingham tablecloths. Stylistically, it's trapped in the mid-1960s, and I dig that. Food-wise, it seems stuck in the freezer section of a 1980s grocery store, and I don't dig that. The lasagna tastes very much like some Lean Cuisine frozen entrée, even down to the insipid sauce with sparsely spaced chunks of mystery meat. I've only ever encountered that specific texture of ricotta filling in frozen lasagna dinners. (The waitress claimed a customer said he had eaten lasagna "all over the world," and theirs was "the best he'd ever had." That customer is either a liar or dysgeusic.) The meatballs had the tell-tale taste of breadcrumbs. The salad was nothing but iceberg lettuce and underripe tomatoes, while the soup was just potatoes, beans, and overcooked elbow macaroni. The bread was doughy, spongy, and gummy -- basically like sandwich bread -- served with rock hard, cold butter that was impossible to spread. All told, it was a mediocre dinner at best. While it has charming time warp atmosphere and good service, Scarantino's is severely lacking in the food department. With dinners starting around $20 each, prices are not enough of a bargain to overlook the culinary deficiencies, so this was just a one-time excursion for me, I'm afraid. read more

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This review is 55 years late! I have been eating at Scarantino's since I was a little girl, and it has remained consistently delicious! My favorites are the minestrone soup with the wonderful bread and butter, the manicotti, the cannelloni, and the gnocchi with meat sauce. But the whole menu is wonderful! The service is great and the staff warm and friendly. Compared to other restaurants, they have barely raised their prices over the years. I am finally writing a review to help keep this fabulous place afloat. While chatting with my waitress and commenting on how happy I was to see it busy last week, she remarked that it hasn't been that busy all the time, and if they have a poor winter they may close. They will celebrate 60 years in February, so if you love Italian food and value Glendale landmarks, please eat here soon and often! read more

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The place is very clean and homie feel all the workers are very nice and friendly I have been go here since they open and I'm still going. The food is fantastic I have tried it all and yet to be disappointed. read more

Food was absolutely delicious! The restaurant is super cozy and inviting. The staff were incredibly welcoming, and coursed out the meal wonderfully! read more

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As many others have shared, I have been coming for many years. I come at least 3 times a month with my best friend. It is such a great place for a delicious dinner, comfortable cozy seating and a wonderful setting. Their servers have become our friends. They make us feel special. Tonight we had Jamie, and we just absolutely love her. Great personality and exceptional service!! We love, love, love the food.. I usually have the delicious pastatino. Love it.. tonight I had the lasagna because I saw it on their Instagram story and it looked yummy.. well, it was even more delicious than it looked. They offer soup or salad with each dinner and of course fresh bread and butter. We also order the best garlic bread I have ever had. They are a staple in our community and I know exactly why.. For all of the reasons I just gave.. Do yourself a favor, save room for the freshest, most authentic spumoni ice cream you will ever have.. read more

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My family and I have been coming here since 1969. We started out going to their sister restaurant, Dino's, in Pasadena. When I got married in 1969 we tried to make a reservation at Dino's, but they couldn't accommodate our large party. They recommend we use Scarantion's instead. At the time we knew nothing about scarsntino's. They reassured us that it was owned by the same family that owned Dino's and that the food and menu were the same. As it turned out even the interior decorations were the same, so we felt very comfortable there even though we'd never been there before. In the years to come we still chose to go to Dino's because we lived in Pasadena and Dino's held many great family memories for us. Eventually Dino's closed so we resumed going to Scarantino's. Oh yeah, the food. Everything is off the scale good. Their minestrone soup is unlike any other I have ever had. It is indescribably good. The soup alone is enough reason to go there. BTW, you can order catering portions of entrees, soup, salad, and bread. Perfect for parties or family gatherings. So what are you waiting for? Try it out. You'll become a customer for life. ENJOY!! read more