After seeing the low score, I was a little worried but I'm happy to say I was pleasantly surprised and we enjoyed our experience. My husband made dinner reservations for the same day and when we got there we were seated right away. The inside is a bit dark and not as new as other places but it was clean and the service was amazing. Our server was always checking on us and so warm and friendly. Menu offers a lot of different options from pizza, pasta, chicken, beef and seafood options. Prices are average, nothing extreme. Once we put in our order, everything came out fairly quickly. Caprese: 4/5, it was lacking salt Garlic bread: 3/5, would prefer more garlic Chicken Marsala: 5/5 Dish came out hot and the flavors were on point. Tiramisu: 4/5 read more

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Our first experience at Vitello was extremely disappointing. We ordered the calamari and shrimp appetizer, and the calamari was severely overcooked -- rubbery, chewy, and unpleasant. Both the calamari and shrimp also had a strange egg yolk-like taste. After eating a few pieces, I decided to stop because something clearly tasted off. Unfortunately, once I got home, I developed severe stomach pain, nausea, and ended up vomiting. It felt like food poisoning. I would strongly caution others against ordering the calamari/shrimp appetizer. My husband ordered a salad with chicken, and even the chicken was overcooked, very dry, and completely lacking flavor. Overall, this was a very poor dining experience, especially for a first visit. We will not be returning. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Calamari and Shrimp appetizer - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

I made a reservation through 'Resy' while in town visiting. My husband and I were absolutely blown away by this place. We ordered garlic knots, mussels, halibut and chicken piccata. It was also my birthday and restaurant went above and beyond to have a little birthday placard and offer a cannoli with a birthday candle. Our sever was extremely attentive (although I don't remember her name, she was on-top of everything from checking in on us, refilling drinks and clearing plates.) everything was served in a very reasonable time and we never felt rushed. My husband is a tough food critic and he was absolutely in love with each dish he was served. His halibut melted in your mouth and everything tasted like it was straight from Italy. We also went a little crazy and ordered additional dessert options because.... Why not? The Banana cake, tiramisu, and a scoop of gelato were all divine. Parking is extremely accessible and located on a lovely little street with walkable shops. It is a tinier restaurant, so definitely encourage a reservation. I LOVED the red booths. read more

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Met a friend for a relaxing lunch and not at all disappointed at Vitello's, which I had not been to for years. Was unsure whether to sit outside or inside, so was offered the perfect solution, seated by the wide-open sliding windows. It was not busy this Tuesday so the quiet afternoon was enjoyed. Very clean place including restrooms. Service was quite good -- not interruptive but appropriately attentive. I order a tuna sandwich with salad. I was dismayed when fries were served rather than salad, but a salad was promptly delivered and the fries were left, so we enjoyed some of them. A first-class way to address a small mistake. The tuna sandwich and salad were excellent. (And the fries, too!) Very reasonable cost given the value provided. Hopefully it won't be years before I have the chance to visit Vitello's again. Kudos! read more

I went to happy hour, which is only at the main bar on the lower level where the main dining room is. This is a great happy hour because they have it seven days a week. From 3 to 6 PM. I enjoyed my cocktails, especially because they were made by an incredible bartender. Her name was Katie. She was on top of everything and so personable and friendly to everybody. She's worth the price admission alone. However, on a negative note the happy hour food choices is not very good at all nor does it taste very good . There were a few of us and we tried one of everything. If they were just to up the choices and quality of happy hour food... I would've given it five stars. On a positive note, you can order from the regular menu while you're having happy hour. I'll be back !! read more

Highly recommend this place! My friends and I went here for dinela and you definitely got your money's worth for a 3 course meal. I ordered the burrata bruschetta, chicken Parmesan and tiramisu. Everything was great and well paced. The waiter was great and came by to check on us. Parking was easy though looks like they have vallet too. I liked the high ceilings with chandeliers. Very Italian feel. read more

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We had an exceptional and truly memorable experience at Vitello's--an evening that felt as much about hospitality and legacy as it was about the food. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed and seated promptly, with attentive service that felt genuine rather than routine. Arriving just before the dinner rush gave the evening a calm, unhurried rhythm, and our birthday reservation was handled seamlessly. The food was outstanding. The shrimp and calamari appetizer was both generous and impeccably prepared--the shrimp were notably large, fresh, and perfectly cooked. The linguine frutti di mare and cioppino were deeply satisfying--rich, layered, and full of flavor, clearly reflecting thoughtful preparation and quality ingredients. What elevated the evening beyond expectations was the personal touch. The owner took the time to visit our table, sharing the history of Vitello's dating back to 1964 with a sense of pride that was both genuine and infectious. We were then graciously guided by the host on a tour of the space, and the jazz club and speakeasy proved to be a true highlight--an intimate, atmospheric glimpse into the character and soul of the restaurant. There is something enduring about Vitello's. You can feel it in the way guests are received, in the care behind each dish, and in the stories woven into the walls. It's not simply a place to dine--it's a place to experience. Highly recommended for those seeking an evening that is both elevated and deeply personal. read more

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I usually don't like to write bad reviews, but this time I had to. This facility claims to be no tipping/ optional tipping facility. They have a kitchen appreciation fee of 3.50 added to the bill. They state that customer can ask the server to remove it. 3.5% is not a big deal. My main issue is the discrepancy between my bill and suggested tipping at the bottom of my bill. When the server handed me the card reader the tipping option started at 20%, 22% and etc. at the bottom of receipt suggested tip start @2%. I find this being dishonest and taking advantage of customers. Either make sure your recipe matches with suggested tipping or just put 20% tipping on your receipts. If you wonder, why I didn't say anything to our server, it is because as I was paying my CC bill I noticed discrepancy. For food, I can say food was really good. We really enjoyed our food. For ambiance, restaurant is nice and looks modern. It was very clean and well maintained. Our server was nice and friendly. She kept checking on us. For parking, this location is valet parking mostly. There is street parking available too. read more

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I was back once again with a few old friends from a time over thirty years ago that we toiled and bonded together in the world of business. For me this evening brought me home to the Rendition Room and the incomparable Scott. As usual we imbibed with Scott's rendition of dirty Gin martini's with the wonder of the right mixture of Gin and brine. The ladies in the party wen't drinking , but being hungry concentrated on the food menu. They decided on the delicious pan seared branzino , the stew like cioppino , and I had the lightly lemon flavoured shrimp scampi. All the dishes were fresh and appropriately as usual flavoured perfectly. The idea of each of us sharing each dish worked out as well. The food was brought out piping hot by Scott. As is the case the food here is made to order. Unlike a fast food establishment where the food is pre made and then placed under heat lamps this method made to order is the opposite of fast food and the difference is obviously noted in wonderful prepared Italian dishes shared by all. The great thing about bars is the not lost in time idea of congeniality. You gather there many times with a group of friends wrapped in the atmosphere of congenial pleasure. Scott the master mixologist as usual handled the room and the patrons with his usual friendly expertise. Every bar in this and other towns across America lend the idea of meeting with old and new friends with great expectations of wonderful evenings. The Rendition Room with Scott the craft drinks and superb food live up to those expectations. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Layout of the room - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

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Tried to come here for the speakeasy inside, Rendition Room, but turns out we need reservations so we ended up at the bar in Vitellos instead. We had a few glasses of wine and the Sicilian heat. Was ok. Probably wouldn't come back. read more

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First visit here and we came for the monthly "2 martini" lunch to see Brad "Martini" Chambers and Mother Miriam from the Martini in the Morning internet radio program. We shared a delicious flatbread with a perfect crust. I enjoyed a spicy Bloody Mary and the man had a glass of Pinot Noir. The service was prompt and friendly. I would definitely return to try their dinner entrees. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

christian the manager greeted me right when i walked in the front door and brought me to the bar. David the bartender made me an excellent cocktail! The vibe of this restaurant is great Highly recommend Vitello's read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Quality - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

Stopped in for a nightcap and some desserts. They closed at 10pm which we arrived an hour before closing. Saturday night, valet was packed but the restaurant itself wasn't that busy. Majority of the people seemed to be upstairs versus the main dining area. Lorenzo who took care of us was very sweet. Friendly and very attentive to everything. We didn't look through the menu as we just had dinner. Nightcap, had the espresso martini and Irish coffee. That Irish coffee really packs a punch with the first sip. Storing and tasty. Espresso martini was ok. For the sweet tooth, a slice of the brown butter banana cake which had a drizzles of balsamic that was quite nice. One of our group wasn't too fond of the pairing but in my opinion, it was quite nice and went well together. Also had a cannelloni, quite nice with the creme and chocolate chips. Service was great, Lorenzo took very good care of us. Vibe was nice and chill later on in the evening. It's been a while since I was last here for dinner so to be back for a nightcap, it was great. Everything was nice and the experience was fun. read more

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I had a lovely evening at Vitello's last night. My friend and I came here on a whim and didn't have reservations. We opted to sit at the upstairs bar. It was dimly lit and cozy. Beautiful Christmas decorations, and the Velvet Martini Lounge was going off with karaoke. The singers were actually good! My friend and I shared a large caesar salad and lasagna. They were both delicious. I had a glass of rose wine and my friend had a Tito's. Rachel was our server and she was very sweet and efficient. All the staff members were exceptional! read more

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I'd like to come back to Vitello's to try one of their pasta dishes, so it's likely I'll update my review in the future, hopefully with a better star rating. However, for my first time here, the three stars are for the overall experience, which was sullied due to the table at which we were seated. Upon making a reservation, be sure to request outdoor seating, which other reviewers seem to enjoy, or a WALL TABLE. They have several small tables smushed together in the centre of the room, giving the unfortunate diners placed there the unpleasant feeling of eating in a high school cafeteria. Even though we were prompt for our reservation and the dining room was mostly empty, we were plopped at a table for two in the middle of the room, closest to the kitchen and the host desk. I had a perfect view of a trolley of cleaning supplies, groups of other patrons waiting in the lobby for their tables, and, most cruelly, a roomful of empty tables with plenty of elbow room and comfy-looking bench seating. The hostess even had the audacity to say "here's your lovely table" before flitting away. I should have asked for a wall table right then, but I thought since it wasn't busy, it might be fine. There was no room for my purse, so I had to hold it on my lap under my napkin. I was privy to every mini staff meeting, since we were right next to the kitchen and they'd huddle and hiss with hushed whispers (or shout at each other over my head). Every person being seated at a better table paraded past me, invading my space. Whilst we were eating, the male host cleaned the table right next to ours. Not a little spritz and wipe down. He sprayed and scrubbed every inch of that glass top, circling the table multiple times, sticking his ass in my face as I was trying to enjoy my meal. Even if the people who dirtied the table were utter pigs and a meticulous deep-cleaning was necessary, couldn't it have waited until we left and both tables were empty? Other than the oblivious hosts, the service was friendly and efficient. Oh, yeah. The food. The garlic knots and marinara were pretty good, the lasagna was tasty, and the plate I ordered - recommended by another Yelper, the espresso-rubbed pork chop - was fine. Tender and juicy pork with an interesting burnt finish due to the rub, plus nice mashed potatoes and some mostly edible overcooked and over-seasoned broccolini (but don't ask me; I prefer just-barely-steamed, plain vegetables). My Aperol spritz was serviceable. If you drive there, keep on goin' past their silly little valet and turn down Woodbridge, then park on Kraft. Plenty of unmetered, no-restrictions street parking just a block away. read more

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Vitello's is one of my favorite hidden gems in LA! I remember when it was a simple little takeout spot on Ventura. They new spot is amazing, I love the cozy layout and design. All their pasta is amazing! This time I kept it simple and had the Calamari and Shrimp which was breaded and fried to perfection and the Sweet Potato Fries. Always great customer service as well. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Calamari and Shrimp. - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

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Really cute little local spot in studio city. This place has been around forever ! It's really easy to get to as they have their own parking lot. Lots of indoor seating, offers lunch and dinner which is great. Quiet spot but don't be surprised if you spot a local celebrity ! Homemade ravioli is to die for, soups are so good, pizza is thin and cooked perfectly, carbonara so yum!! Salads are great! Cute date night spot, feels like authentic Italian. Don't miss this place if you're around, it's a hidden gem. Staff is always extremely friendly and the vibes are good here. Takeout or dining in is a hit! read more

My friend recently moved to the area and Vitello's was walking distance. We came late but luckily they had a sweet late night happy hour where the pizzas were half price! It was still pretty busy but we found seats at the bar. Pizza came out at a reasonable time and it was delightful with a crust that wasn't too doughy. Some cocktails were a little sweet but they had a nice wine selection. We will definitely come back to visit! read more

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Driven past Vitellos a bunch these last few months and kept meaning to try. Finally came for dinner a few weeks ago and got a same day reservation and quickly sat. Good sized menu and cozy interior. Easy valet parking. Ordered: -Drinks: Wake me up (before you coco), Pink panther, and Aperol spritz App: Garlic bread, Rene's antipasto Entrees: Pork chop all pizzaiola and Linguini Vongole Dessert: Tiramisu Everything was delicious. Loved the spritz. Garlic bread was on the plain side. Had the force ourselves the finished dessert because we were so stuffed. They also have a speak easy, hopefully we can visit next time. read more

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Not much to look at, but everything else about this place was top notch. The service was personal and excellent, with our service staying on top of everything we needed. The food selected, by our table of five, was a good cross-section of what was offered, and everything was delicious. I personally had the Stromboli and found it not only scrumptious, but filling, as I brought half of it home for lunch the next day. Great place, great prices and great service. That's gonna get five stars from me every time. read more

Very hit and miss experience. We were seated immediately in one of their new red leather booths, comfortable and beautiful. Then sat for 15 minutes being completely ignored. A sure sign of poor management. Had to inform the hostess and finally got service and many apologies. Cocktails and food were very good but nothing amazing. Then halfway through the meal we were asked to move to the bar area because our table was needed for their New Years event. Another rude inconvenience. After being treated this poorly, I was expecting some comps or free dessert or something... but no, only got the full bill. I've given Vitello's a good amount of business over the years but this was likely my final visit. read more

Everything about this restaurant was amazing! Food, service, ambiance, all were great. Highly recommend. read more

I've been a patron for over 20 yrs... firstly out of macabre curiosity when I heard that this was the restaurant Robert Blake dined with that night... but I have continued to return because of the ambiance and the food. I've had wonderful date nights, meals with friends, Christmas Eve with my father.... today I dined with Vitellos for the final time as I leave LA ... enjoyed a nice brunch, oddly I didn't order any of the traditional items... simply enjoyed being with my friend .. and it was perfect.... I'm glad that I found Vitellos all those years ago... thank you for always looking after me when I dined there. Until next time.... read more

Ambience seems like I was eating at the Spaghetti Factory. Not authentic enough, lost its flavor. Disappointed with the restaurant since I'm from Italy. I guess it would okay if every other restaurant was booked. Service was okay, manager or hostess was a DICK. read more

Excellent Experience !! There were 4 of us in total (there was suppose to be originally 6 of us), and we sat in the private room just off the hostess desk. Below, based on a rating of 1-10, with 10 being best, we would rate the food as follows: * Pork chop - 9 * Mandarin avocado salad - 9 * Garlic knots - 9 * Wild mushroom pasta - 8 * Chicken piccata - 9 * Sweet potato fries - 8 * Tiamisu french toast - 5 A special shoutout to "Rina" (not sure of spelling); she was the Manager and Hostess during our visit yesterday. She was extraordinarily helpful and informative. She was kind enough to give us a quick tour of their hidden "speak - easy" dining, bar and entertainment areas. We will defInitely back to enjoy their Martini Lounge. Interesting Note: AFTER we were seated, my husband in a by-the-way quiet mention, that this was the restaurant that Robert Blake {"Baretta") and his wife were diners, and where just outside the restaurant, Blake shot and killed his wife. As we've been here several times, we all asked "Why didn't you tell us before?!" My husband responded "I wanted to come here. I didn't want to spook you guys". Ugh - I just love husbands. read more

Wow! This place is great! I wish I could give it more stars. Overall service, environment, and quality of food was over the top amazing. I love that this place presents itself as fine dining but I felt totally comfortable bringing my 5 year old there because they didn't act like he was a bother. I love that they have a kids menu. I started with a mandarin avocado salad. This is the only food item I tried all night that I would have to say wasn't up to standards. The taste just wasn't there. For my entree I got the house ravioli with the butternut squash and the brown butter sage sauce. This was so good, the ravioli was so tender and the sauce was just superb, and it was super filling. I could not finish the whole plate. Of course I had to get dessert.They had so many things to choose from it was hard to choose. I opted for the cheesecake with fresh berries on top. Every bite was heavenly. This place was so good on all levels and I will be coming back. read more

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Good food, good service and they have a great happy hour (3 hours) and I think it is everyday.

We went here for my birthday last weekend. Excellent food, and service. One disappointed was,they charged twenty per cent on the bill, there was only five of us. Other restaurants only charge six or more. read more

Watch out for the check. Our party of four had a $9.50 " kitchen appreciation" charge. When asked about this charge, the waiter just said the charge was standard. I took much of it out of his tip. Now, from my credit card record, it appears that my tip was increased, without my knowing it. At the restaurant, I asked for a receipt, but after waiting for 10 minutes, I left. Food was OK. I cannot recommend Vitello's, and I will never return. read more

We had a great dinner at Vitello's, which is always the perfect spot for good food, cocktails and a laid back evening of conversation among friends. Our server was friendly and attentive, and skillfully juggled ours with several other tables, never dropping the ball or missing a beat. The place was Saturday night busy, and there was plenty of energy in the room, which felt festive without being chaotic. The fried calamari & shrimp appetizer was fresh, tasty and perfectly cooked, and the 2, slightly acidic sauces contrasted nicely with the richness of the fish. The artisan bread, really a freshly-baked, old school white Italian bread a la 1960's NYC, was spot on, and the accompanying truffle butter gave it a nice boost (though plain old butter would have been just as wonderful on this piping hot loaf). Entrees were top notch. My porcini rubbed filet mignon was cooked a perfect medium, and the combo of the rub and reduced sauce gave it a rich, Earthy flavor. My friends orders Cabonara, Eggplant Parm and Chicken Parm, all of which checked all the boxes, leaving everyone quite satisfied. Between the stellar food and some excellently crafted cocktails we were too stuffed for dessert -- but we'll leave room next time. And there will definitely be a next time very soon. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - 4 lifelong friends having an amazing dinner at Vitello's - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

**Disclaimer....I don't enjoy writing reviews where I can't honestly give 4 and 5 stars** This review is soley based on my takeout "classic pepperoni" pizza I received today...and let me tell you, there was nothing classic about it. I was so disappointed...for a whopping $24 I was expecting at least average tasting pizza. It wasn't classic, it was basic and the lack of pepperoni is insulting...there might have need MAYBE 3-4 pepperoni cup pieces per slice, but that's me being generous (see photos) I don't know if this is their "norm" but honestly Vitello's should be embarrassed by what they put out of their kitchen today. read more

Vitello's Restaurant - Some slices literally had 1-2 pepperoni pieces. You should be ashamed. - Italian Near Me - Studio City, California

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The food was good, and the ambience nice. However, the server was inattentive, but what was most disappointing was a "Kitchen Appreciation Fee" of 3.5% added to the bill which was never discussed or mentioned anywhere during the dining experience until receiving the bill. This is a ridiculous fee because the act of buying the food is appreciating the kitchen. It is just another way a restaurant is dishonestly trying to extract more money from its customers with fees. Here is a suggestion; raise your food prices 3.5% to better pay your staff instead of dishonestly adding the price increase as a hidden fee at the end artificially making the menu prices appear lower. Whoever came up with this idea is a moron because now I do not want to come back because of this poor business practice whereas I would have come back had this not been done. read more

Easy parking, beautiful space inside & out, cashless, and good service. The brunch menu is small, but there are delicious lunch options until 4 PM. We had the Lemon Ricotta Waffle, Veggie Omelette, and Breakfast Lasagna. The kitchen forgot the cheese in the omelette, the waffle presentation was sad, and the lasagna was a bit cold in the middle. Aside from those things, this is a classy location to enjoy a meal and I'd return for lunch or dinner. read more

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The food is not good, it is overprized and the manager a lady has so much attitude. I asked for a plate on the menu and it was a very small amount and she replied that they don't serve American size dishes in her restaurant. IDK what was wrong with that lady but she is definitely no a person that knows how to deal with the clients. Also this is an Italian restaurant and they did not even bring you some bread, I asked for it and they wanted to charge for bread. For sure never coming back here and do your self a favor and find a better place than this one. read more

Est. 1964- A staple of Studio City, Vitello's started out as an Italian Sub Shop, by Sal Vitello. In 1977, two Sicilian brothers took over, added a full Italian menu and kept the name. In 2001, Robert Blake brought international notoriety to Vitello's, (if you don't know the story, look it up) and the rest is history. We started off with the Meatballs and Garlic Bread. The sauce was excellent - tasty dish. Next up was the Carbonara with Poached Egg , Shallots and Pancetta. One of the best Carbonara dishes I've ever had. It was light , perfectly seasoned and filled with flavor from the egg yolk and Pancetta. An excellent dish. Also delicious is the Peppercorn Crusted Halibut with Saffron Risotto and Asparagus. The fish was tender and flaky, and the Risotto was cooked perfectly. What a great meal (We also enjoyed watching "Gone with the Wind" on the bar TV). The service was very good, but Vitello's adds a 3.5% "Quality of Life/Kitchen Appreciation" fee to each bill. I asked my server to remove the fee and they said that the charge was 'ridiculous' and they never add it to their checks - thank goodness! Best Carbonara in town - We will be back for more. read more

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Had a good experience every time we had a family celebration Excellent service. Finest food ever. read more

Food was ok and service was mediocre. The restaurant wasn't busy at all and we waited a hike for our food. we saw our food sitting out in the warmers while out waitress was hanging out with her co-workers. Ambiance was nice though read more

My mom, sister, boyfriend, and I came here for a nice birthday dinner for my sister. While some of the food was good (carbonara, ravioli), the mushroom pasta gave my mom and my boyfriend food poisoning. They were the only two that had any, and both ended up with horrible diarrhea. It's such a bummer, because I really wanted to like this restaurant since we just moved to the area. Makes me wonder if anything else on their menu is a biohazard. read more

Absolutely phenomenal, excellent service by the team. My party and I felt very welcomed. From the lovely hostesses to our server Abby. Team members were very attentive making sure we were taken care of, 10 across the board. The food was exceptional the drinks were on point. The vibe of Vitello's is that of sophistication and warmth. We got a tour of the speak easy room to the upstairs, I felt the "come on in vibe." Will definitely be coming back! Thank you for making my daughter's birthday a special event. read more

How have I not reviewed Vitello's until now?! I'm the worst! Vitello's is wonderful in every way. They staff is attentive and friendly, the food is wonderful, and the atmosphere is wonderful. They just redecorated and now all tables are booths, which I love! Lol, I'm still processing the fabric choice though... Lastly, they have a great upstairs space that I've been to party's at and people sing karaoke. Vitello's is a gem! read more