When my family comes to the USA from Bologna, Italy we always eat at Giorgio's . The food is…read moreauthentic and worth the cost. Lovely to dine outdoors too.

We drove to Rolling Hills Estate's to celebrate Maggie's dad's 90th birthday. His favorite…read morerestaurant is Giogio's so we had dinner there. Service was excellent as the staff was glad to see their best customer. Bread had a cirspy outer layer and a light delicious flavor. I tried the grilled ribeye steak.  It was tender and juicy.  There was a rich beefy flavor from the excellent marbling.  Steak was seasoned just the way I like it with salt and pepper. Mushrooms were soft and had a delicious earthy flavor. Awesome meal.

We got the penne alla vodka and Tagliatelle & Chianti Short Ribs. The short ribs were definitely my…read morefavorite and even though I was really full, I completely finished the plate. We chose to be seated outside in the patio area and it was such a nice setting. The service was also great and I look forward to coming back here.

How lucky am I to have lunch at Gaetano's twice in one week! Until this week, I had only been here…read morefor dinner. We came for lunch on Tuesday and again on Friday because we wanted to pick up a Burke Williams gift certificate nearby--only to discover they're closed on Tuesdays. Oh well, that gave us a good excuse to come back Friday! Gaetano's has a new lunch menu. On Tuesday I had the Salsa Verde Steak Sandwich, and on Friday I tried the Gaetano Sandwich. Both were delicious and definitely won't leave you disappointed--or hungry! She had the Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli both days and loved it so much there was no reason to try anything else. It wasn't very busy at lunchtime, so we didn't need a reservation. The restaurant was comfortably air-conditioned, which felt especially good on a hot, humid summer day. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and two very enjoyable lunches in one week. We'll definitely be back!

We chose this place for my friend's birthday dinner, and we had such a wonderful experience!…read more Everything was great, from the atmosphere and service to the food. The food was fresh, delicious, and very reasonably priced for the quality. We were especially impressed with how much we got for the price. Since it was my friend's birthday, they even surprised us with a complimentary cake, which was such a nice touch and the perfect way to finish the meal. It's not in my neighborhood, but I would definitely make the trip back. I'd love to come here again with my family next time!

I have to agree with Rebecca L.- Bettolino Kitchen nails that tricky balance between upscale-casual…read moreand family-friendly, without making you feel like you've accidentally wandered into either a Chuck E. Cheese or a place where the waiter judges your shoes. We had a great waiter- dry, professional, and actually helpful when I was dithering between a few dishes. My kind of service. The food was outstanding, starting with the thick, focaccia-style bread, which could probably ruin your appetite if you weren't careful. Fortunately, I was careful. The eggplant parm was exactly what eggplant parm should be: crisp, flavorful, and decidedly not soggy. Because nobody has ever said, "You know what this eggplant needs? More moisture." I had a pesto corkscrew pasta dish whose actual name I neglected to write down because apparently I've reached the limits of my restaurant-reviewing professionalism. Excellent nonetheless. All accompanied by an Aperol Spritz, because hydration is important. It's also only a couple of blocks off Catalina Ave., close enough to the action without being swallowed by it. Bettolino has become my go-to Italian in the South Bay. I've never been disappointed here, and I have considerable experience being disappointed. Cheers!

A nice place to have lunch or dinner. Now that the Admiral Risty is gone there's plenty of parking…read moreas my Dad was telling me. The Ave Italy is simple but nice decor. Our waiter was pleasant but busy. For the whole restaurant it appeared that they only had two waiters and the busboys. I have to mention that the busboys were hustling, shout out to them. They ought to switch the waiters for the busboys once in a while as I found they were doing a fantastic job. Our food was good, I ordered Linguine with Shrimp Prawns which I have to add they were not large, same size as a regular shrimp with tail and head. It was good but a little disappointing. Italian salad was ok, table bread was good and. So was the beer . I opted to go for beer instead of Wine . The homemade Tiramisu was Phenomenal a must try. For the restaurant being close to the ocean it doesn't have a view .

I really don't leave a lot of negative reviews and in fact, not a lot of reviews, but this place…read moremade me actually want to detail our family's experience. Just for context, it was my niece's high school graduation. A day to celebrate, turned into something that made me want to write this review. We came in around 730pm, a group of 10 that had an 8pm reservation. We were hoping to get seated early but didn't expect it if it wasn't available. No biggie, but 2 large groups went in ahead right when they were going to give us the menus and the other parties got in first. Didn't really start the right way already. But moving on. We were seated outside (we didn't request a specific inside/outside) so no expectation, but the patio was cold and we asked for a heater (which they had in view) and another party requested the drapes to be opened (which is fine) but we could've used the heater and it didn't come for another 30mins. When the heater did come, it wasn't turned on for a long while and when it did get turned on, it was blazing hot and we asked a staff to turn it down. The guy turned it off. All in all it was yet again another interesting interaction. Then comes the ordering, the restaurant has daily specials and the regular menu. The waiter went around and described the specials and when we asked about the prices (the regular menu had prices) the waiter said it was a secret. Maybe it was an attempt to be humorous, but after clarifying we wanted to know the prices the waiter asked which one and had a weird reaction to our question. It was all awkward and came off very off-putting. One of the water glasses had a bug in it and we asked for a replacement. Twice. The waiter didn't replace it for along time and then he said he didn't know we were asking for a replacement. The water glass that was put in as a replacement had fingerprints, and smears on the glass and at that point we didn't want to bother. We showed it to the waiter and he was apologetic and said they ran out of glasses. (Does that mean they're giving us dirty glasses bc they ran out?) We ordered a couple of items and I think there was a misunderstanding on the order and they brought out something that we mentioned we wanted but ultimately didn't order. A busser put put the calamari on the table and we told them we canceled it. The busser graciously took it away but the waiter put it back on the table. We told him we didn't order that and he actually argued with us that we did order it. He smirked when he took it away. We ordered items and the food started coming in after 40mins. (It was busy so understandable). But it was important to note that we ordered pretty quickly and our dishes came so late while other tables next to us had their food served quicker. We didn't order anything that requires elaborate time to prepare. When the food did come, the pizza came out cold but at that point we were just done with the place. They did comp the pizza, and told me that I should've said something so they can reheat the pizza. But the culmination of our experience overall really made us not even try to call the waiter. Some of the items were decent, but it is really hard to appreciate the food when the service felt like the food was served with a side of rude. Overall it was a pretty horrible experience and would never recommend this place.

Cheers!!! Came here as a walk-in as we were celebrating a special anniversary with my girlfriend!!!…read moreWe came here after a change of plans but I am so glad we did!!! We parked at one of the parking lots and strolled through the little village area with little shops lined on the sides. I felt a bit weirded out because it was so quiet over here. It felt like there was no one around!!! The stores too were closed I believe and it was about 6pm in the evening. Anyways, once we walked up the steps through the string-lit patio and walked inside, we were surprised at how loud and lively it was inside!!! Definitely different from what it seemed like outside. There was a man playing the piano and singing live, and there was a lot of people relaxed and eating from their seats. We were lucky with an open table so we had no wait and the whole vibe of the place felt very classy and elegant. Big smiles from our waiter, who also was very kind in celebrating our special night. He gave a lot of helpful info on what type of wine we would like to drink and poured our glasses. His service was extremely top notch. The food too was amazing!!! The Braciola di Maiale Tomahawk (essentially a porkchop plate) came with potato, tomatoes and balsamic sauce. One of the main reasons/things I was excited for was the Calamari fritti, which had a spicy tomato sauce on the side but it wasn't too bad. I absolutely loved it!!! It was flavorful, crispy, and with plenty of squid meat. I couldn't get enough! Our server also managed all of his tables expertly and combined with the voice of the guy singing romantic songs, it was a wonderful experience. 10/10 We both agree that we'd love to bring a group of friends here one day!!! Felt very underrated and hidden, yet so intimate!!!

The ambiance at Primo is cozy. The lights are dim & the tables are very close together, which can…read morebe both good and bad. Bad, that you can hear the conversations around you & good because it's easy to chat with a fellow patron, if you want to ask what they're having. The food is divine! This is my favorite date night or celebration restaurant. I don't think I've ever had something there that I didn't love! The antipasti I've had so far: Pollettine, Carpaccio di Manzo, Calamari Fritti, Gnocchi Alla Romana, & the Cozze in Brodo. The Cozze & the Gnocchi are my favorites. The insalatas they have are also yummy, but I've only had a few of them. The Insalata Caprese & the Insalata di Pere E Burrata. The Pere Burrata is my favorite of the two. I haven't tried the Primi or Pizza on their menu. I have eaten many of the Secondi: Apollo Alla Parmigiana, Saltimbocca Alla Romana, Filetto di Manzo, Ossobucco Di Agnello, the Branzino con Carciofi, and the Braciola Di Maiale Tomahawk. My hands down favorite is the Tomahawk. On our most recent visit, my husband and I shared the Tomahawk. As for dessert, I've only tried the Tiramisu & the Chocolate Terrine. I prefer the Chocolate Terrine. The Tiramisu is good, but I think they use too much cocoa on top. I have had it & requested a very light dusting of the cocoa, and it was much better that way, in my opinion. The service is excellent! The servers are always friendly & give excellent insight on their favorite dishes & any specials they are currently offering.

Was able to make LA Dine Lunch course here the Thursday before it ended. Two of us were seated…read moreoutside quickly a very hot day but Jame patio seating is still cool out of the sun. For the first course: we got meatballs and Spicy Cesar salad Main course: as Spicy Rigatoni and Tonnarelli cacio e pepe w/ Chicken added to each Dessert: we obviously shared the fresh baked Chocolate chip and Snickerdoodle cookies. Everything was Excellent with perfect texture of both pastas and soft flavorful meatballs. Lunch was extra busy the kitchen was at a perfect pace. This is a great lil corner of El Segundo that I will continue to explore after just randomly finding this!

Hit all the marks. Great space, food, and service. Easy parking…read more DineLA was my introduction and I was impressed with the space upon walking in. It's an unassuming spot in a corner of a strip center that you could easily miss. It's the cutest space with indoor and patio seating as well as a few bar spots, good for solo dining. We started with the meatballs and Caesar salad. The meatballs had a crisp sear outside that gave way to a soft inside. So good with the tomato sauce and arugula. The Caesar had a touch of spiciness and was dressed with toasted bread crumbs, a nice touch. I had the bolognese. It was tender and meaty and the pasta had the right amount of bite. This was even great leftover the next day. The Meyer lemon pie was the perfect closer. DineLA was the right call to bring me in to to try this gem of a spot.

UPDATE! We came…read moreback about a month later to celebrate Hubbers' birthday, but the experience wasn't the same. I'm guessing since they're coming to a permanent closure, it only makes sense that the quality of the experience (food and service) had began to going down. We were seated immediately, so we were off to a good start. It took a bit of time for Daniel (yep! We got the same server from the last time) to come around and get our orders. It wasn't too bad since the wait gave us the opp to decide on apps and mains, so we got to put all our orders in at once. CALAMARI: Battered thin and crispy. Dash of lemon juice made it better. Quality? Yes. Quantity? Not so much. I thought it was pricey for the amount we got. PEPPERCORN POLPETTINE: Meatballs in cream sauce. Even with the whole peppercorns, the sauce was good. The meatballs, however, didn't taste or look homemade at all. (I recently made frozen meatball soup at home and the meatball's flavor was pretty much similar.) So.. meh... BRUSCHETTA ALLA CHECCA: This was the best app out of the three. Crostini was perfect and the toppings were all perfectly balanced. SPAGHETTI AI NERO DI SEPPIA: Looked great, but lacked flavor. Asked for fresh grated cheese and added black pepper which helped a little, but still missing something... Hubbers got the linguine pesca mare which he loved (he emptied his plate!) So I guess that says a lot. And I'm really glad he liked it, being his birthday and all. He also chose crème brûlée to finish off his birthday treat. (No, they didn't comp it - which is fine, and I don't expect them - or any business - to, even more since they are shutting down. I understand they need all the profit they can get.) Overall a little less stellar than the first visit. I'll admit I was a teenee bit disappointed since we had an amazing experience the first time. All the same, I'm still glad of the experience and wish them well on their future endeavors!

It's always a 5 star experience with Chef Michael. I'm actually depressed that unfortunately as all…read moregood things do, this amazing restaurant is coming to an end. 5/31 is that end. Food is amazing as always. The only upside is we may still see him locally. His landlord is repurposing/tearing down and rebuilding. Thank you chef Michael for a dining experience that is so hard to find here in the SB!

If you're planning an official cheat day in El Segundo, North Italia is absolute perfection…read more Everything on the menu is rich, flavorful, and incredibly delicious--definitely not light fare, but 100% worth every single calorie. When my wife and I go, she always gets the Spicy Rigatoni Vodka (the sauce has the perfect kick and rich texture). As for me, my ultimate strategy is skipping a standard entree and doubling up on appetizers: the Meatballs and the White Truffle Garlic Bread. The bread alone is phenomenal, and the meatballs are tender and packed with flavor. The only major downside to treating apps as my main meal? I begrudgingly have to share with the table! ;) Because the menu is so good across the board, coming here with a larger group is really the best move. It gives everyone an excuse to order family-style and try even more items--our group go-tos include the Calamari Fritti, Crispy Eggplant Parmesan, and one of their hand-crafted pizzas. Plus, since it's cheat day, pairing the meal with one of their crisp, local IPAs from the draft list is an absolute must. Once the waistband is thoroughly loosened, we finish off the night with dessert. We usually just let the table go with whatever seasonal special they're running, and it never disappoints. Great atmosphere at The Point, friendly service, and unbeatable comfort food. Highly recommend!

I've passed by North Italia plenty of times over the years but never actually tried it. We had…read moresomething to celebrate, so I decided to finally give it a shot, and I'm glad we ate here. I started with the s'more please cocktail, which reminded me of an old fashion with toasted marshmallows. I'm already a fan of old fashion, so I enjoyed the drink itself. Honestly, I don't think the marshmallows added much, but I definitely enjoyed eating them. We shared about 5-6 dishes. The White Truffle Garlic Bread was amazing--super soft, flavorful, and not overpowering. The Yellowtail Crudo was one of my favorites. The fish had great texture and quality, and all the salty, citrusy, creamy elements worked really well together. For the mains, the Seared Scallops with sweet corn risotto were a standout. The scallops were seared perfectly with great texture. The Braised Short Rib Lumache was also delicious, although the beef was a little richer than I personally prefer. We also had the Roasted Salmon with fregola and broccolini, which was cooked well and nicely balanced. Our server was amazing--attentive, helpful, and provided great service throughout the night. Overall, it was a great celebration dinner and an excellent first experience at North Italia. I'd definitely come back.

Oh my god. Street…read moreparking, lots of seating inside. Beautifully decorated, they have space for events if youre looking for that! Service was great. Our poor server was also the host but he did a great job taking care of us. Food is AMAZING. I can see why they call San Pedro the LA Little Italy. Portions are HUGE!!! Quality is fantastic. Can't wait to come back.

Came here for dinner with my brother in law and sister Friday night. One word...SPECTACULAR!…read moreThe ambience is fantastic from the minute you come in. The staff are genuinely friendly and gracious, and the vibe is comforting and relaxing. I had the Veal Parmesan, and it was easily top 2-3 best I've had. Everything we had from the drinks to the appetizers to the entrees was simply delicious. If I didn't live in San Diego, I'd literally be here twice a week. Thank you for the experience

First time at Il Posto yesterday. It won…read more I don't drink Aperol Spritz. So take this with a grain of salt. Mine was delicious and refreshing, and now I'm a convert. Appetizers: beef carpaccio, calamari. Fresh ingredients, plated with care, well seasoned, sized like the starters they were. Pasta: Seafood Stuffed Ravioli in lobster sauce, Meat Lasagna with béchamel. The fresh pasta in both was exactly right. I ordered a bread basket just to chase the lobster sauce around the plate. The lasagna sent me back to Italy. No dessert this time. There will be a next time. And the three after that. I recommend.

The rejuvenated Redondo Beach Village now has multiple exceptional restaurants. Sadly, this is not…read moreone of them. Operating a restaurant is not an easy task, and as such we are understanding when something goes wrong. We are not as understanding when there are multiple issues. First off, the service was almost insulting. We had early reservations, so I don't think they were overly busy yet, but you wouldn't know that by our server. For all we know he could have been the Italian owner of the restaurant, and if that was the case, that made it even worse. Barely a greeting, no explanation of the specials, just a cheap plastic sleeve one would buy at Staples office supply thrown onto our table. He found our questions about the menu bothersome, and when I asked him about one item, he wrote it down as if I'd ordered it. Luckily we caught his error when I told him what I wanted for dinner and he said, "So you don't want the lasagna?" Um, no, I was just asking a question about the lasagna. We both ordered our meals along with the Heirloom Burrata appetizer. We asked if there was any bread with the appetizer, and he said no, so we asked for a bowl of bread to have with the burrata. It didn't show up, and we had to remind him. It finally arrived with our pasta. Oh well. My wife had ravioli stuffed with crab and lobster. She barely touched it and couldn't have been more disappointed. I told her to send it back, but she doesn't like confrontation. I had the cannelloni, and I have to steal a line I heard from another table: "This tastes like the stuffed shells I buy from Costco." It really did. I guess the pasta is homemade, but you sure couldn't tell from this dish. They came and picked up the dish without commenting on how little my wife had eaten. They asked if we wanted dessert, and, clearly expecting a no, plopped the bill down in front of me. We paid, yes we tipped, and immediately walked a few doors down to get my wife something to eat for dinner. We will never go back.