BEST ITALIAN IN THE CITY HANDS DOWN! Gautam, Ryan, Cesar and all the staff here are so sweet & attentive. Food is always consistently incredible and I've never had a bad experience. As someone who dines out often, it's refreshing to have an establishment that lets you leisurely be at your table, having a great time. Would definitely (and have) recommend this place to anyone. read more

We had a good experience at Sogno Toscano after an event at the bookstore (also in The Grove) The Grove itself is one of the most crowded places to be, and it can sometimes take an extra half an hour to get into the parking structure (so plan accordingly if you're making a reservation) It was Sunday night, which, for us, naturally, is pizza night, and we were excited to try their "Roman style" pies. (often rectangular with a thinner crunch crust.) The whole vibe reminds me of Southern Italy, colorful plates and gorgeous dishes...It especially feels alive if you sit outside, which is their main seating area. It was a little cold for me, so I asked to sit inside, which they happily accommodated, but the vibe isn't quite as great...you sort of feel like you're backstage...a bit more cramped, with the staff hanging out and moving in and out with dishes to serve the folks in the larger, more lively outside seating. The food was good. The Fennel Citrus salad was beautiful and truly mostly fennel, so it gave a unique take on a salad. We shared the Pinsa Margherita, which was the only vegetarian pizza option on the menu (though I'm sure they could modify any of the others if you're looking for something different. It was pretty good, and we devoured the whole thing. There are a number of other vegetarian options (mostly pasta dishes) If we were to come back, we'd come in more moderate weather (for our tastes) and sit outside for the full experience. read more

Sogno Toscano - Pizza menu! - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It our first time to Sogno Toscano. We sat outside near the fountain so we got to see the fountain show. The staff were really nice and attentive. The service was quick with our food. Food: as a vegetarian, the options were limited. But we ordered the Burrata as an appetizer and it was delicious. They did replace the meat with veggies which was nice. We ordered two pasta dishes - pomodoro and pesto. You can taste the fresh ingredients. I will say they need to provide more sauce as both pasta dishes were dry. read more

We had just finished up at the Petersen Automotive Museum -- super awesome experience (check out my review on that) -- and were looking for a late lunch. The Grove mall was nearby, so we headed over... fair warning, that parking lot is nuts. Once you get through that mission, you're good . The Farmers Market had plenty good-looking options, but we wanted to actually sit down, take our time, and enjoy the day. Since the weather was nice, Sogno Toscano felt like the right move. We asked for a table outside right in the middle of the busy shopping area, and it ended up being perfect. We ordered the fried calamari, fennel citrus salad, pinsa diavola, and tagliatelle bolognese. Food was solid all around and hit the spot. Service was great, and the manager/owner even came by to check on us and talk story for a bit after finding out we were from Hawaii -- always nice when people take the time to connect. Good food, great service, and a really nice atmosphere sitting in the park area in the middle of The Grove. Solid way to wind down after a full day out. read more

Sogno Toscano - Fried calamari, Fennel citrus salad, Pinsa diavola, and Tagliatelle bolognese. - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

LOVED this stop. I've been to the grove so many times and have walked by. Saw some plates the other day and decided to come for an early dinner. Great selection and happy hour menu - standouts were the bread basket and the gnocchi - so fresh and a beautiful tomato sauce on the gnocchi - the perfect pillowy pasta. Great wine selection. Food came out quickly and our server was nice. We sat outside "in the bushes" tables but they were so pretty and quieted the space around the grove. Will be back read more

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I braved the wilderness that is the Grove on a holiday and i needed a break from...the people, so I rushed into Sogno Toscano, for a bite at their uber inviting bar. Sat down around 2:30pm right at the bar and was greeted by John who was super nice and kind. Before entering this place, I was craving an arugula salad and this place had a few to choose from. I got the Insalata de Cargione (totally butchering the name) which was a (gigantic) simple salad with a huge pile of parmesan, crispy breadcrumbs, and a delicious vinaigrette. What is it about a simple arugula salad that gets me every time? This was absolutely perfect, especially since I paired it with a glass of prosecco! YUM The staff here were super warm and kind! I'm a huge fan of great customer service and this place had it! If I ever find myself in the hustle and bustle of the Grove again, I'll happily find shelter in Sogno Toscano to do it all over again. read more

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I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and had very high hopes. Sadly it was just ok for me. The dishes were lacking seasoning and were average which is not what you would expect for a $30-$40 plate. Service and location 10/10. Very clean and the waiter was amazing. I ordered the pesto pasta with grilled chicken - the chicken looked and tasted like it had been boiled, super dry and not a dash of salt in sight (6/10). My son had the chicken with arugula salad and while it was better than mine, it was still nothing special (7.5/10). The star was the dessert 10/10. If you want good pasta just go to Marmalade Cafe and then come to Sogno Toscano for dessert and a glass of vino. read more

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Tried this spot for the first time two weeks ago and it became an immediate favorite. Came back for the second time today and immediately felt like a regular. The staff is AMAZING. John, the bartender, was helping us both times we came and always had the best drink recommendations (even those off the menu). He's a Rolodex of drinks, coming up with combos I've never even heard of, but each drink is a hit. Simone the sommelier is also super friendly and very knowledgeable. Even thought I'm not a wine guy, he provided great entry level wines and recommendations (and an all around good time). The one thing I will say about this place is that each and every staff member is social, friendly, and makes you feel at home. The food is AMAZING as well. We tried the meatballs and the Caprese, both of which where's amazing. We had to get the bread basket to round it out, which comes with authentic olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I've been to Italy before, and it brought me back to the restaurants in Naples with the amazing flavors. The bologna sandwich was AMAZING! So fresh, so yummy. We got a sandwich and asked them to cut it into thirds to accommodate our group, and they were more than happy to do so. We spoke to the staff and some locals who frequent, and were informed that a lot of the ingredients come straight from Italy, and it shows. It's a great place to just come in a chill for a drink between shopping or to get a full meal. Very yummy and affordable for LA/the grove. It's quickly become a local favorite and we'll definitely be back. The bar is the place to be if you're trying to chat (either with other patrons who are very friendly, or the wait staff), but if you want to sit and eat in a pretty place, they have an upstairs area as well. 10/10 would recommend, no notes. read more

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First time at Sogno Toscano and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious the food was. The patio, not going to lie, felt a little cramped with too many tables and being too close to comfort to other diners and their kids. Service was great though - The food came out fast and our server was pleasant and chatty. Ordered the carpaccio di manzo, pomodoro, and pesto. Everything tasted fantastic. The raw beef tasted great with the arugula, parmesan, and mustard. As for pasta, both were cooked al dente, with fresh and flavorful sauces. You can definitely tell that quality ingredients were used. read more

Sogno Toscano - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I had Pollo Cacciatore & Tiramisu. Loved food and service. The bread basket is also very good - it's not free but it's worth it. They have outdoor patio as well as indoor. I sat inside and the place is very cozy. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. read more

Sogno Toscano - POLLO ALLA CACCIATORA - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came to the grove to pick up some items and stopped by here for lunch. I got the cacio e Pepe and it was pretty decent! I wish it had a stronger pepper taste but that's just what I prefer, it didn't make the pasta any less good. The pasta was also cooked perfect. Decent place to enjoy lunch and sit outside in the sun read more

Disappointing and misleading experience My friend and I (two women) went to Sogno Toscano at The Grove expecting a nice dinner and left feeling misled. We ordered two appetizers, salmon, and a steak after the server suggested a "special for the night" that included broccolini. At no point were we told the price of the steak, nor were we informed that it was intended to feed four people. That detail feels pretty important when recommending it to a table of two. The result? The steak alone was $200, and with the rest of the food plus two cocktails, the bill came out to $500. Completely shocking and honestly felt dishonest. A simple explanation of portion size and price would have changed the entire decision. The food was fine, but the lack of transparency ruined the experience. I'm writing this to caution others: ask detailed questions and prices before agreeing to any "specials." This kind of upselling without disclosure isn't okay. Unfortunately, we won't be returning. read more

Sogno Toscano - Sneaky steak - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What a bust! With good ratings, nice outdoor seating and a tasty looking menu, I had high expectations for this spot. I looked at the dishes that others were munching on and for some reason the tomato sauce and the salad just did not look fresh. We sat down and the first thing we heard was "they sent it back." We were hungry and there wasn't a wait so we decided to dine in. We ordered a pizza (essentially pepperoni) and a tagliatelle truffle pasta (one of the pricier ones on the recommendation of the server who seemed like the manager). The pizza crust was burnt, no real crunch to the crust and tug to the dough, the sauce was nothing special and neither was the topping. It wasn't even hot when it came out. We should've just gotten a Costco pizza... The tagliatelle had black truffle shavings on it (why it was pricy) but the mouthfeel of the pasta was too thick and again, no bounce. At least it was al dente. The sauce was ok, couldn't taste any truffle oil. We sat in the hall indoors of the first floor, which was annoying since servers kept passing back-and-forth through us. I almost fell off the seat cushion, cause it wasn't tied to the chair. Otherwise, the service was decent and since I wasn't satisfied with the pasta dish, they gave us a discount. Bartender was so loud and singing to the music right next to where we were sitting, which kind of ruined the vibe since this restaurant is generally classy appearing. There are not many choices for restaurants at the Grove unfortunately, but I wouldn't waste your money here. read more

Been here a couple of times and have loved the food each time. Food: -Ojai salad (4.5/5) Delicious refreshing salad with spring mix, citrus segments, avocado, parm, and pickled red onions. I wish there was just a little more citrus segments to enjoy -Fichi burrata e crudo (4/5) exactly what you're expecting -Margherita pizza (4/5) nice dough, melting mozzarella, and little basil with some evoo. wish there was more basil -Polpo (5/5) cooked to perfection, all around solid dish -Branzino (catch of the day) (5+/5) the chef's sauce of lemon and butter was so delicious. the branzino was prepared beautifully butterflied and deboned. as if the food couldn't get better -Tiramisu (5++/5) best tiramisu I've had...and I love tiramisu. the lady fingers were soaked in a delicious espresso. no skimping on the espresso flavor here. must save room to enjoy this! Service was friendly. Ambiance was great sat both inside and in the patio. Went on one occasion on a Sunday for dinner. Weather was great to sit out on the patio, shaded under an umbrella, enjoying great conversation, with live sining in the courtyard, and everyone else around you enjoying a perfect LA summer day. read more

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My friends and I stopped in here while celebrating a birthday and had a fantastic experience. Even though the restaurant was incredibly busy, the staff was amazing--they immediately seated us at an empty table and the service was quick and attentive. ​The drinks were delicious and perfectly made! It was such a pleasant and unexpected stop that really elevated our night. Highly recommend Sogno Toscano for great drinks and wonderful service! read more

Came around dinner time and surprisingly got seated right away! Ambiance was great. We were seated outdoors with the view of the Christmas tree and the lights all over the trees. It was very pretty! We got the bolonegse and the truffle pasta and got carrpacio. We enjoyed all of the food and the tiramisu is rich in the best way! I wanna come back and try more of the stuff in the menu! read more

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There are so many things to love about Sogno Toscano at The Grove. The Tuscan-style focaccia sandwiches (the Bufalina is my favorite), the outdoor patio perfect for people-watching, and the beautifully designed indoor bar area all make it a standout spot. But what kept me coming back the most was the staff--especially the bartenders, John and Dylan Bona, both originally from the East Coast. Dylan, in particular, made me feel like I'd been transported straight to New York. Both he and John are incredibly skilled at crafting cocktails. They even introduced me to my new favorite drink, the Paper Plane--like sipping a summer afternoon in Italy. My job at the studio next door has wrapped, and I already miss the luxury of stopping by Sogno Toscano on my workdays. I'll definitely be returning to explore more of the Italian dishes on the menu and enjoy more cocktails at the bar. read more

Sogno Toscano - Paper Plane by John. - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came to The Grove a few weekends ago to shop and grab a bite to eat. My wife and I came across this charming pet-friendly, Italian spot with both outdoor and indoor seating. The menu looked great and the weather was warm so we grabbed a table outside. A lot of trees and greenery give it a whimsical feel. The service was impeccable from hostess, to server, and staff. I wish I remembered our servers name. She was so friendly, attentive, and walked us through various selections. The food was absolutely delicious and very authentic. Some of the best Italian food I've had in LA and we've eaten at all the, "must visit" spots. This place easily holds their own. We ordered a fig compote, burrata, and prosciutto crudo that was full of flavor. The compote was excellent. I had the Bolognese Ragú and my wife had the Lasagna. Both were delicious, authentic, well seasoned and the chew on the pasta was divine. I can't stress that part more. The chew on pasta tells me a lot about a restaurant's quality of ingredients and understanding of the cuisine. We finished with one of best Tiramisu desserts I've had in years. The coffee was pronounced and the dessert melted away beautifully. We live in the neighborhood so this is an easy one to put in the rotation for us. Honestly did not expect to find a restaurant that's good at The Grove but we did. Highly suggest it for anyone heading over there. read more

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Tasty! And it was great to have the possibility to lunch outside with such a lovely view Can't imagine how beautiful it is during the summer days, when the lights are on! Service was very nice and friendly. Many thanks for the recommendations for gluten-free options. Roman pinsa Diavola was delicious! Perfect dough, not oily, tasty, and fresh ingredients. Caprese salad with the freshest mozzarella ever... I don't know how to rate it. Even hadn't a chance to take a picture, because it's gone in a moment. Tomato soup was great as well, and perfect for a bit windy day. Margarita - perfectly mixed and tasty. The best thing - not too much taste of tequila. 100% want to come back during the spring or summer to enjoy the dinner time lights and ambiance, and tasty food read more

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Delicious and the staff -- particularly Simon and Gonzalo -- are so kind. This place attracts tourists because it's so adorable but locals like my boyfriend and I also love it because Simon and the servers are so personable and always take great care of their customers that it attracts locals for a neighborhood feel (especially during the weekdays when the grove is quieter). Great happy hour menu too! read more

Sogno Toscano - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My wife and I had dinner tonight at this restaurant. We've eaten there in the past, but this is our first dinner. The servers were great. Kind and helpful. As for the food, however, we were quite disappointed. We requested to taste some wine and then ordered a glass of wine. In both cases, the white we tasted and glass of red wine were both warm. We were served the fennel and citrus salad. There were no more than seven slices of citrus with the rest as a mound of fennel. Not what we thought. Not a lot of flavor and had to add lemon and salt to give it a little zip. My wife's pasta was underwhelming and my lasagna tasted like it was a leftover from yesterday. Also, the music was very distracting. The saxophone player and the piano player seemed like they were both soloing at the same time on two different songs. It was too loud and annoying. Again, the staff was great, but we were quite frustrated for the food. read more

Such a cute place! The ambience ivery light and homey. The staff was so welcoming and helpful, they acknowledged our accommodations without any problems, and they easily made conversation! The food was absolutely delicious; we got a gluten free pizza, and was the best gf pizza I've ever had- it tasted just like a regular pizza. This restaurant is definitely a gem, and I recommend it for a good meal. read more

Sogno Toscano - OJAI SALAD - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Place was overall so cute to sure on the patio! Little bit secluded and peaceful. Service was very attentive and quick too. Food was also very good for the prices!! read more

Sogno Toscano - Happy hour PINSA MARGHERITA - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Overall: decent food with a few nitpicks Food: 4/5 Ragu: deep flavors, rich meat sauce and the right amount of creaminess Truffle pizza: crust has nice chew though not much flavor Filet steak: a very thick gray band (uneven cook temperature), carrots were soft, charred and sweet Carpaccio: the arugula dressed in lemon juice gave the dish nice balance Service: 5/5 We got there right at opening so they seemed a bit frazzled. Food came quickly and servers were attentive. Ambiance: 4/5 nice heat lamps for outdoors, great view of the Grove (especially the Christmas tree). It was unfortunate that little leaves kept falling in our food :( read more

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Sogno Tocasno is the newest Italian restaurant at the Grove. With a light green aesthetic and beautiful floral plates, I'm getting a Gucci Osteria vibe and I don't mind. It started as an actual foods brand in NYC and this is now their second restaurant location here in LA, the first in Santa Monica. I've had brunch and dinner there now, but with such a big menu, there's still so much to try! They have a strong emphasis on wines and cocktails, so if that's your thing you may enjoy their libations. Though I can't comment on the liqs, their espresso was rich and tasty. The burrata at brunch was beautiful, with meat and figs that were just heavenly~! It was a variation of the Burrata & Crudo on the menu, some type of special that day the said would soon be added to the menu. They def should because we loved it. We also had an egg breakfast schiacciata/sandwich which we weren't big fans of. Last night I had the Pesto ($28) and Amatriciana ($32) pastas. My friend and I loved both dishes, though the Amatriciana won out a bit in terms of being my favorite. Fresh fusilli pasta with tomato sauce, pecorino fossa & guanciale (kinda like an Italian classy bacon) made up this slightly superior red sauce dish. In the lesser but still great other pasta, the hand-crafted cavatelli pasta was topped with a delicious pesto Genovese sauce. NOTE: They also sell their ssauce! Good sized portion on both pasta dishes. When we dined in Friday night, their was a live saxophonist and pianist. Super cute vibes. One note we noticed on both times, was time to wrap things up was a bit slow. Ordering and receiving food was fast, completely normal speeds but then on both visits we ended up waiting 20+ minutes for the check. On both visits, we noticed it looked to be just one server handling all the tables. Wowza, impressive and she's so nice...but there definitely needs to be another server. Overall, love the food at Sogno Toscano and it's a great option for us pre & post movies at the Grove AMC. We still have so~ much on the menu to explore! read more

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Sogno Toscano at the Grove is one of my favorites restaurants for authentic Italian dishes. Beautiful and romantic outdoor patio. Service is always very nice. Food is delicious. They have great selections of wine. read more

Sogno Toscano - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What an amazing experience! Definitely let this be your next stop if you're in the area. I came to the grove to hang out a little and passed by this new restaurant and let me tell you it was worth the stop. Greeted by the host, Elliott, and one of the managers Giselle. They take their customer experience seriously! Amazing convo and genuine people. If the food wasn't good (and it is), I'd stop by just to see them alone. Onto the food, WOW. The BEST prosciutto sandwich I've ever had. I think about it literally everyday since I've been. I'm counting the days until I get to go back again. Everyone was so ready for recommendations. They import their ingredients from Italy and you can tell. The quality of food is just otherworldly! (Italian to be specific). Can't wait to come back. read more

Sogno Toscano - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

No no. Not good. Not good service and not good food. Bolognase was made with ground beef. Sauce was not vibrant. Looked like bird crap in reality. Fig paste on the burrata and prosciutto plate looked like an animal crapped on my plate. It didn't taste horrible (the fig whatever it was) but it looked horrible. Maybe cuz our experience was during the day and we got last night's leftovers. Hightly overrated and I absolutely do not recommend. I'm shocked at them having any good reviews. read more

Best hidden dining gem at the Grove (and far better than the other Italian restaurant there, La Piazza). Had the bruschetta, lasagna and tiramisu and they were all amazing. Highly recommend. read more

Amazing Italian food!!! Amazing. Service !! I will keep coming back to the Grove Location! read more

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Fantastico! Our server was so wonderful and we had the best meal. I had the spritz with cucumber and mint to drink and it was perfectly refreshing. We had the tartufata pizza with truffle and prosciutto and WOW. it was spectacular. We also had the burrata which was amazing. Even though the food was ilatian, it was all very light and fresh. A 10/10 experience. The lights and outdoor seating were so beautiful and refreshing. read more

Sogno Toscano - PINSA TARTUFATA - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The Grove area is a super fancy high end indoor/outdoor shopping mall with plenty of restaurants PARKING - there is a pay to park lot right on the location. For 2 hours it was $15 ENTRANCE - staff met us right away and sat us outside as requested. DECOR - very stellar with great views of the central fountain from the outdoor seating SERVICE - very exceptional to say the least. Very helpful and attentive save the lunch rush which is hard for any waiter MENU - they have a lot of categories like salads, sandwiches, entrees etc. but within the care options are limited to like a half dozen APPETIZERS - we didn't order any so let me know for the next time. ENTREES - has the ciao de Pepe which was really tasty but the portion size was pretty small for $28 Daughter had one of the sandwiches which she said was great DESSERT - we passed on so I apologize VINO - mostly all Italian despite many good California ones in California? However their Cabernet was decent but maturing fast for 2022. Color starting to maroon but a nice dry and tobacco flavor PRICE - very expensive overall but you are paying for the better part of the Grove. For two people and two drinks and a good tip $125. So at least $$$$$$ NOTE: just a short distance there is the lower rent district by the farmers market. There are food options there as well for the rest of us LOL read more

Sogno Toscano - View to the front from the outdoor seating by the fountain - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

You can tell the tiramisu was not fresh and has been sitting a couple days. If it's fresh it's just not good then. Extremely soggy from the coffee. Fresh tiramisu doesn't have that level of mush. Nice staff though extremely nice people. It's also a cute little place. read more

Sogno Toscano - TIRAMISU - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food was delicious, the service was perfect, and the surroundings were lovely, especially in a mall setting. Enjoyed our meal so much! read more

Celebrated my sisters birthday here and we were sitted outside , the ambiance was great . Sound of the water from the outdoor fountain feels relaxing. The food was great paired with our wine and cocktails. Ryan - took an excellent care of us , from start until the end. He was very attentive, very friendly and sweet. My celphone almost fell in the water and he helped us get it. He was awesome! And we really appreciate him and made our lunch experience in Sogno a memorable one. We would definitely come back. And the best fillet mignon ever - super tender and tasty !!! To die for ! read more

Sogno Toscano - BUFALINA DELICATA CONTADINA VEGAN POLPO SCOTTATO TIRAMISU - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you want to have a delicious dinner or even mediocre don't go here. The food and service was so bad that we'd rather go to someplace across the street. The food tasted like crap and had a weird aftertaste. The ambience was OK but for some reason the tables were so close together. I swear you could breathe and other people's bad breath so don't go here. read more

This place is incredible. We came Christmas weekend and it was packed, the worse I've ever seen it and I've lived here 5 years. Our server Simon was so on top of it. The entire staff was really great, constantly checking in. FOOD WAS SO GOOD! Even with how packed it was, everything came out warm. 10/10 best restaurant at the grove. AND THEY DONT TAKE RESERVATIONS-- my party of 3 was sat down within 5 minutes on a crazy night. Only place I'll go for food when I visit this area from now on. It's up there with Blue Ribbon Sushi read more

This restaurant consistently serves up delicious and authentic Tuscan-style food. This was my second visit, and I'm happy to double down on my assessment: it's fantastic! I love the ambiance here; it features a great combination of a lovely outdoor seating area (I brought my hat but didn't need it) and a more energetic, bar-like vibe inside. The drinks are always top-notch. My personal favorite is their signature margarita, which is topped with a lychee fruit and rimmed with black salt--it is absolutely superb, made without any artificial mix! Today, I tried the special: tortellini filled with prosciutto and mortadella, served in a clear, savory broth. However, my highest recommendation still goes to the bolognese. It's so good you'll be tempted to lick the plate clean! The salads are also generously sized, and the dressing is simply dreamy. Be sure to save room for dessert. The tiramisu is creamy and perfect, but my absolute favorite is the schiacciata golosa. Schiacciata is a crispy, flavorful flatbread from the Tuscan region of Italy; here, it is filled with Nutella and served with fresh berries. I literally inhaled my piece! As if all that food wasn't enough, I had to try the coffee. While Italians traditionally opt for an espresso after meals (or a macchiato), I was craving a cappuccino. The coffee itself is outstanding, with a flavor unparalleled by any other I've had in town! This place is perfect for a little rendezvous with friends or just grab a bite with the family. read more

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A beautiful setting , John is fabulous ! Full bar , amazing food, perfect for a little post shopping date night read more

Sogno Toscano - Meatballs and meat and cheese plate - Italian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Makes me excited to go to the grove which is hard to accomplish. Really Italian food that is delicious read more