We visited for the first time on a Tuesday evening with friends and opted for the enclosed patio. Since we were the only table out there, it was the perfect "quiet" spot for us to laugh and enjoy ourselves without worrying about disturbing other diners. The Food 5/5 As someone who follows a gluten-free diet, I had always avoided pasta restaurants, assuming options would be limited. I was thrilled to find an excellent gluten-free menu! I ordered the Salmon with Asparagus Pesto and a side salad. Both were absolutely delicious, the salad dressing is clearly homemade and very flavorful. My husband loved his Carbonara with Angel Hair, and our friends both enjoyed the Salmon Salad with asparagus and artichoke. We shared the Crème Brûlée to finish the night, and it was exceptional. The only downside was the service. Our waiter seemed a bit impatient from the start. Once our entrees were served, we didn't see him again until the very end of the meal. We all wanted a second glass of wine, but were never offered one, and our water glasses remained empty the entire time. It was a slow night, so the lack of attention was a bit surprising. The kitchen is doing everything right! The food is high-quality and safe for those with dietary restrictions. I will definitely be back for the salmon, and I'm hopeful that the service will be a bit more attentive on our next visit. read more

We had the most wonderful dining experience at Viva La Pasta and I truly can't say enough good things about it. We came as a family of five and each ordered something different, which turned out to be the best decision because everything was absolutely delicious. The portions are incredibly generous -- and every entrée comes with a choice of soup or salad plus a side of pasta or vegetables. You definitely leave happy and satisfied! I ordered the Pollo Limone with angel hair pasta and it was perfection -- flavorful, tender, and beautifully balanced. I also tasted the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo (rich and creamy without being too heavy) and the salmon with angel hair in a creamy white sauce -- both were outstanding. Every single dish at the table was a hit. They start you off with warm bread (two different kinds!) that was soft, fresh, and so flavorful. It's such a simple touch, but it really set the tone for the meal. We also enjoyed a lovely bottle of Rutherford red wine that paired perfectly with dinner. The service was phenomenal. The restaurant was busy (we went around 6:30 PM), so I definitely recommend making reservations -- we were seated right away and everything flowed smoothly. The owner was there greeting guests and checking in on tables, which made the whole experience feel even more welcoming and personal. Such a warm and gracious host. It's easy to see why this place stays busy. The food, the atmosphere, the hospitality -- everything was delightful from start to finish. This is absolutely a five-star experience for us, and we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend! read more

What up, foodies! Lately, our cheat meals have been locked in for Sunday night football, and for the past few months our absolute go-to has been Viva La Pasta Pizza. I've had pizza all over the United States, and I'm telling you straight up -- Viva La Pasta is right up there with some of the best. First off, the crust is absolutely superb. Perfectly cooked, great texture, and full of flavor. The quality of the cheese is amazing, and the toppings are incredibly fresh. You know it's a good pizza when you finish eating and you're not overly full -- that's because it's not drenched in oil or packed with preservatives. It's clean, high-quality pizza that actually makes you feel good after eating it. Another huge plus -- the price is very good. For the quality you're getting, the value is honestly hard to beat. Great portions, fair pricing, and consistently solid every single time. Bottom line: Viva La Pasta Pizza is officially our Sunday night football staple. If you're craving pizza on a Sunday or Monday night during football season, do yourself a favor and give Viva La Pasta a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

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We had brunch today at Viva La Pasta for Mother's Day. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was stellar.!! The ambience was comfortable and peaceful. I just love this restaurant. The owners are always there making sure everything's running smoothly and we are having a great experience!! We have been dining here for years and it has been consistently excellent read more

Celebrating early Mother's Day at Viva La Pasta. Ordered the mahi mahi today with a garlic miso sauce- cooked to perfection- along with my favorite angel hair pasta with olive oil and garlic. Really delicious lunch and to top it off, the tiramisu was devine, and shared by all three of us. Service was great as usual, and it is always a quiet and peaceful dining experience. read more

The food here is super good and it will make you want to come back a lot. I hope you come!!! read more

Viva La Pasta! - Italian Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Ruined Mother's Day. Came here excited for our favorite meal to find it was a limited menu. No heads up when we made the reservation. Most of the dishes I would consider were fishy, which I don't like. Wouldn't even change out a fishy meal for chicken for one of the dishes. So I'm sitting here watching the rest of our table eat wondering if they will run out of spumoni before we order dessert. Definitely avoid on Mother's Day if you are coming for something specific. read more

I really enjoyed the food as it was fresh and tasted really good. Service was great too, especially for how busy it was. Everyone was very friendly so this is definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

So we went to Viva La Pasta yesterday April 21 2026 and both my wife and I ordered Eggplant Parmesan. As you can tell it looks like Chicken finger's. This dish was tasteless, dry and not what we expected. We've had this dish on other occasions and it was completely different. I'm not sure exactly what happened but before you order ask questions or just don't order it. Our waitress was good the salad was great and the bread was good. read more

Viva La Pasta! - This is there egg 81. Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Our party ordered four different dishes and every one of them was amazing. We sat in the patio and enjoyed the entire evening.

By far the worst restaurant experience ever. Stay away from this place. We were sat at 6. 6:45 I got up from the table and told the owner we have not been helped. He yelled at one of the employees and said someone would be right over. 7:00 someone came to the table and took our drink and food order. 7:15 drinks come, in phases and incomplete (was only soda and ice tea). Nobody came for refills so I walked up to the front counter to get refills. The owner yelled at some of the employees. I stood in the front waiting 2 minutes to have a diet coke and ice tea refilled. Food came at 8, an hour after we ordered, and it was cold and dry. Sauce was good, but food was cold. Probably sat in the window 15 minutes before they brought it out. We finally got out of there at 9 pm. It took that long to get the check and for them to run my card. Nobody came to check on us for anything. They spilled water on the table multiple times and did not clean it. They brought cups of soup without plates under them and spilled the soup on the table. They made no attempt to clean it up and never brought us napkins to clean it ourselves. The soup was barely warm as well. Oh, and the servers carried the soup cups out in their hands, with their fingers all over the top of the cups. Management is horrible and they obviously have not trained their staff. There was a party of 10 that sat next to us. They arrived 30 minutes after we did and were done with dinner and deserts before we even got our food. DO NOT EAT HERE UNLESS YOU LIKE TO BE IGNORED BY WAIT STAFF AND WANT COLD, DRY FOOD. read more

Great service, very extensive menu, diversified choices and the food was delicious. Very nice atmosphere. I would recommend this place.

Food is always delicious and service is wonderful. Celebrated a birthday party here. I had the champagne salmon. It is always wonderful. Not always on the menu so feel lucky on days that you can get it. read more

Viva La Pasta! - Champagne salmon - Italian Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Great service, good food, and amazing quantity for the price! Would come again and recommend :)

Food and service is always very good. However, it's hard to enjoy the dinner when the owners are always pitching at their employees....

The food here is very good and very reasonably priced. A staple in Simi. It's been here forever. It was my mother's favorite restaurant for many years. read more

Ordered thru GrubHub. Asked for chicken to be added to spaghetti with pesto- did not get it. Received no bread or cheese, which used to be included with to-go orders. Don't think I'll order through GrubHub or on-line again. Food was excellent; it's the bad communication and delivery that sucks. read more

The service really stood out here. Our server (niko) was friendly, attentive, and made the experience feel easy and enjoyable. The new host up front (drew) was welcoming and on top of things too. Solid vibes all around. Chicken was top notch as well. Would recommend. read more

From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we can smell the foods of Italy...the wait staff and chefs are both good looking as well as attentive, charming and welcoming, the amazing and tasty wine selections , the breads, salads, appetizers, and variety of main entrees are mouth watering and inviting ... I had the most tender, lightly breaded veal cutlet parmigiana with melted mozzarella on top, with the perfect amount of 'al dente ' rigatoni pasta that the server dusted with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. hubby had a delicious piece of chicken breast topped with cooked spinach and cheese, mushroom and wine brown gravy with a side order of angel hair pasta, and deliciously lightly grilled fried veggies. (#41/ pollo al fiorentina.The real winner of my dish is their homemade ragu aka gravy aka sauce! Theirs is "THE BEST TASTING sauce west of the Bronx!! I kid you not!! I had to compliment the chefs on how well their dishes tasted...especially their awesome ragu aka red tomato sauce! It was 'picture perfect' and oh so or mighty tasty!! We've tried many places in the county but the ambiance, food, and sauce is a high 10+ of perfection!! Aye yi yi Momma Mia... please give them a try and prove me right!! It's so good, the restaurant was genuinely filled with patrons and even a few local fire fighters showed up. They even have outdoor area that hold a large crowd. Here's my 5 stars read more

I ordered this place first on DoorDash. After being presently surprised with the high-quality Alfredo I went there with my friend. It was a very traditional, simple mom and pop Italian set up. Most of the clientele are 80+ that live in the affluent Simi Valley country club district. My friend did not care for his chicken Parmesan, but I came back later on my own because the Alfredo is that good. The service is always nice and I even ironically had the chance to meet the two owners which are a lovely couple who asked how everything was. Overall, you can get out of there for $30 with an alcoholic beverage and an entrée. The bread that they give you is delicious and there's not too much more to say except the best Alfredo I've had in a long time. The cow chowder soup was good. My favorite so far has been the ravioli in Alfredo. The stuffed shells were good but they are with chicken instead of beef so taste a little different to me. read more

Viva La Pasta! - Italian Near Me - Simi Valley, California

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Solid neighborhood restaurant choice in western Simi Valley in the Wood Ranch Shopping Plaza. Parking is free, if not exactly plentiful near the doors, since it's tucked into an internal spot near Subway. There are more spots as you move over to the CVS side of the center. They have a comfortably sized indoor dining room, and a very generous outdoor garden patio space. It's all more spacious inside than you might guess when viewing the frontage. The menu is very user friendly from the standpoint of pleasing pasta lovers. They have many sauces from which to choose - select the one that appeals to you, then you can pick on which type of pasta you want it served. Marinara or Bolognese sauces are very hearty, and taste like they've been simmering for a while, providing a rich body. They do some lighter options like olive oil and basil with fresh tomatoes. Cream-based sauces also make an appearance on the menu. They also have baked favorites like lasagna, plus many meat options like chicken marsala. Warm fresh bread is part of the meal experience. Most dishes also come with either soup or salad included. Taking all that into account, their prices and food quality are a good value. The quantity provided is also on the generous side. We attended a birthday luncheon for two friends recently and my pasta order was enough for the meal on the day, plus two follow up meals at home! I'd ordered the red sauce with salsiccia (sweet Italian sausage) and a mushrooms over bowtie pasta. Very yummy, and very filling. I will definitely try a lighter sauce next time to see how they manage that kind of fresh take on Italian cuisine. Our group of eight received great service. Attentive, patient, and accurate. That added to our collective celebration. There were a couple of minor let downs - the lemon cake dessert was extremely light in texture, so a smallish portion didn't go far when split with my Dear Hubby. It would have been the right size for a heavier style cake, but I felt like it disappeared in only a few bites each and thus wasn't that satisfying as a sweet finish to a heavy meal. The dining room was lit with miniature clear lights, which is always festive. The string up high above our end of the table was not lit though, which took away from the general ambiance of that section of the room. We also had to ask for the music volume to be lowered a bit, as it was so loud that it was interfering with conversation. The restaurant did comply with that request. Overall, it's become a pleasant place for our friend group to gather and enjoy each other's company. Going in after the lunch hour on a Saturday afternoon allowed us lots of time to eat, visit, have the birthday ladies open gifts, and relax some more. Indeed, Viva La Pasta! read more

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This quaint place was just what we needed after a day at the Reagan Library. We walked in not expecting much but were pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and they offered complimentary warm bread! Can I just tell you how much I miss the warm bread at Italian restaurants? I honestly left wanting more. Give it a try! read more

Fairly regular customer, that went for their Thanksgiving buffet ($29.99). Place was busy for the holiday. The spread was a mixed bag -- carving station had turkey and ham. The turkey was great! White meat was juicy and flavorful, and the chef carved nice, thick pieces. Ham was average. The also had leg of lamb, as well, but it was already sliced, and covered with some gravy in a heated pan. The lamb should've never been served pre-carved, and especially not as deli-thin as they made it. It disastrously dried out the lamb. Even with the smattering of gravy they put over the sliced pieces, the lamb had a Jerky-like texture. Sad, because that was what our party of 3 had come for, mainly. The dressing was decent, the mashed potatoes could barely even be called "mashed", there were so many lumps it them. However, the turkey gravy was surprisingly decent. A decent desert spread, with pumpkin pie, pecan pie, creme brule, and even baklava (nice touch, but a bit too heavy on the spices). The one major gripe I have though, is with the service. Kudos to the older server with the glasses, he was outstanding! (I cannot remember his name, but he's been there a long time). Unfortunately, he was overburdened, due to his incompetent, young coworkers. A couple of college-aged lads that were stapled to each other's hips, gossiping, and leaned up against the wall at times. I witnessed the older server chastise one of the younger ones on a couple different occasions, and for good reason (one being when the younger lad completely forgot out drinks at first). For a buffet event, I'd seen the younger servers bypassing many tables of empty plates, while the older server and busser were constantly cleaning up after patrons. Unfortunately, the manager (owner?) appeared almost disinterested in even being there, especially since when we showed up and told her we had a reservation, basically appeared with a scowl. (Also, whomever took our reservation, didn't even have us written down -- luckily there was still a table for us). All In all, the meal was average, the service was good, albeit a few folks there could use some training, or discipline, for how they were hanging their coworkers out to dry, and ambiance seemed festive enough to pass for adequate. Just go there for their regular fare. Next year, we'll be trying another option. read more

The Alfredo is so good I want to drink it. Second time to this place. First time I had the pesto gnocchi and wow. This time I did the chicken Alfredo. Their menu is great. Lots of options. Waiter was very informative and super nice and helpful. This place will be a normal place to go for me now. read more

Ordered off their catering menu for an office team party from Viva La Pasta and enjoyed every morsel. Placed our order a couple of days in advance and they had the order ready and on time for pickup. They helped load the food into my car and ensured we everything we ordered were accounted for and packed nicely in my car. The food portions were huge in full size trays. Everything was delicious. Thank you Viva La Pas read more

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"Viva La Pasta" Located in the heart of the Woodranch neighborhood in Simi Valley is a popular destination for pasta enthusiasts. This restaurant is known for its wide selection of freshly made pasta dishes, from classic favorites to innovative creations. This place is known for its extensive menu and variety of dishes. I must say that the menu is impressive, offering a wide range of appetizers, pasta dishes, pizzas, and desserts. It is evident that the restaurant put thought and effort into crafting a diverse selection to cater to various tastes. However, while the menu looked enticing and impressive, the taste of the food was merely adequate. Not exceptional. We started with the Insalata di Pollo affumicato appetizer, a grilled chicken with pear, walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese on a bed of lettuce salad. Then we worked on our main dishes. We had the Mare E Terra, pasta with a combination of chicken and shrimp with cheese ravioli, #27 on the menu. The shrimp was not good. We also had the Alla Romagnola, pasta topped with chicken breast, Italian sausage, and fresh mushrooms in a marinara sauce, #10. My youngest son had the #3 item, Alfredo chicken and cheese ravioli with Parmesan cheese cream, and a touch of garlic. My oldest son had the #21 item, pasta con salsa di carne, pasta with ground top sirloin with fresh tomato sauce and we also had the #106 sweet and spicy chicken sausage pizza. All of our plates had a nice presentation but lacked the burst of flavors I had hoped for. The pasta dish I ordered, was cooked al dente, but the sauce felt a bit underseasoned and didn't have the rich creaminess I typically associate with this dish. Left me disappointed. Similarly, the pizza I tried, topped with fresh ingredients, had a good texture and taste, but an oily crust, and the overall flavor didn't leave a lasting impression. It seemed like the dishes were prepared with care, but they fell way short of delivering the memorable taste experience I was expecting. In addition, despite the attentive efforts and friendly service provided by the staff our table was unstable and the problem was not fixed. Our table in the outdoor section had a slight bad wobble due to uneven ground. Despite their best efforts to stabilize it, the table frequently presented a major inconvenience to our dining experience. In conclusion, Viva La Pasta has an extensive and impressive menu that covers a wide range of Italian dishes. However, the taste of the food itself was only adequate, lacking the exceptional flavors that would make it truly stand out. If you're looking for a place with a diverse menu and just adequate taste, this restaurant might fit the bill. But if you're seeking an extraordinary Italian culinary experience, you will definitely need to explore other options. read more

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great food, good service, pick up a little slow, other than that highly recommend. Busy on Fridays get there early

I love Viva La Pasta. They have delicious food and great service all achieved in a lovely setting. Whether it's the entrees, the desserts or the fabulous bread you will be totally pleased. read more

We held a 50th anniversary party for 76 guests at Viva la Pasta last Sunday afternoon. We were delighted every step of the way. We sat down with owners Tino and Maria about 9 months in advance to explore our options and reserve the date for the outdoor covered patio. We agreed on a fixed price per person and determined that we'd bring our own wine and pay a small corkage fee. We kept in touch to hold the date, and met again about 6 weeks before it to decide on 4 entree choices (meat lasagna, chicken picatta, 5-herb salmon, and pasta primavera) and 2 dessert options (tiramisu and cannoli). Tufi called me a couple weeks before to confirm the menu and arrangements. The morning of the party, Tufi and the staff helped us set up. The atmosphere was perfect-- friendly and casual, with a mix of large and small tables. The setting is beautiful, with a garden backdrop and small trees in the patio. Our guests raved about the quality and quantity of the food and service. All in all, it was a wonderful experience. Viva la Pasta was professional and easy to work with, making excellent recommendations and accommodating what we and our guests wanted. read more

my family been going here for over 20 years. I'd rather them just raise the price on the menu which they've already have multiple times then throw me at the end with a $3.00 credit card charge without telling me, they should disclose this fee on the menu or on the front door before the only person that gets hurt is the employee because I just consider any of those charges a tip and if they don't wanna pay their employees higher and take it from us then I just won't visit this establishment anymore read more

We had the pleasure of trying this restaurant out today. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was top notch. Tino (the owner) was extremely attentive and made sure our experience was memorable. We will definitely by going back! read more

Fantastic! We were very pleased with our meal. Pickup was painless. A VERY sufficient amount of food. Everyone loved it

Great friendly service and delicious entrees. The menu is HUGE! Lots of pasta, chicken, meat, fish, panini and pizza options. Food is always fresh and elegantly plated. The tablecloths and linens give the restaurant a slightly upscale feel, yet at very affordable prices. read more

I enjoy going to this restaurant! It's organized, clean and decorated well! The food is always delicious! Today's review is for Raymond! He is a great waiter who made sure everything went smoothly! Raymond provided awesome customer service! He was clear about specific details regarding the menu! He also recommended what is popular to eat. This gave us some good ideas on what to order. It was the best experience! read more

Been coming here for years and the place is ALWAYS great but the tipping / panhandling thing is out of hand at this point. For table service surely! YES! of course! Good service and food- A HUGE tip. (And it is for the most part quite clean and consistently good) But a full percentage tip, in advance for takeout before you even know how your food is, and if it is all there, is absolutely absurd. And you won't / don't know how your food is until you are home with it. There is a sort of pressure to leave a tip as well because there are always 3-5 people milling around the transaction corral who observe all that goes by. I could see a couple / few bucks- but the credit card machine has some preposterously extravagant suggested dollar amounts for gratuities. Pan-handling for pressured gigantic tips isn't cool friends. read more

Viva La Pasta! - Italian Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Ambiance here is very chill. Right now Frank Sinatra is playing in the background, there are 6 tables inside enjoying lunch, a few on the patio, and the owner Tino sits at his table in the corner, making sure everything runs smoothly. Of course it runs well, he's had some of the same staff for over 30 years! Servers come and go, but his standards are high and the servers are great. The food is also wonderful! Lately my favorite lunch special is the seafood with linguine in marinara sauce. Loaded with mussels, clams and shrimp, it's perfect and absolutely delicious! Also highly recommend the number 5 pasta with mushrooms. I love the way the chef prepares this one. Mom sticks with the Cobb salad no cheese. She loves the salad, hates the cheese, and has never found a piece of cheese in her salad. Kudos to them for being able to accomplish that one! My mother and I go for lunch twice weekly and always take home enough for dinner or lunch the next day. Easily accessible for my mother who uses a walker, Viva la Pasta is a wonderful place to sit for a leisurely afternoon lunch. Their meals come with a very fresh salad and freshly baked bread, so for those like my mother and I, that translates into multiple meals from this terrific lunch. So satisfying, we both highly recommend this awesome restaurant! Now if we could get a card game going on the patio it would be perfect! PS to Viva la Pasta - you all handled my mother's 90h birthday lunch beautifully. Everyone was so complementary of the food and service. Thank you!! read more

I enjoy coming to Viva La Pasta with my family. My favorite is their vegetarian lasagna and the ambiance is warm and cozy. I especially like their outdoor patio with white lights and heated lamps throughout. We come here for special occasions and when craving good Italian food. Unlike other local places I've tried, their dishes are not oily but are full of flavor. We've been here about a dozen times and have nothing but great things to say. Their servers have all been great as well and the owners are often there walking the restaurant, greeting customers and helping their staff. read more

Great food, good value, excellent selection in pasta, decent ambiance. I highly recommend. Perfect stopping place just a few minutes from the Regan Library. read more

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The food were pretty decent. Between the two of us, we got a lobster ravioli lunch special and a chicken cacciatore. Both had a choice of soup or salad to start with and we got the minestrone. The soup was good, a tad salty but had a good amount of vegetables. The lobster raviolis were okay, can't really tell it's lobster filled but tasted good. The chicken was the best of the three. Very flavorful and tender. The price is a little on the high side considering the portion. It is a casual to mid high class ambiance, so I guess it's suitable for a casual date, but they cramped everyone very close in one section while leaving the rest of the place empty. The service, however was very lacking. When we first walked in, they struggled to find the right combination of menu to bring to our table. Then immediately asked us what we want before we had a chance to study it. We told him to give us a minute but he never came back until flagged down. Once our food came, he never checked in on us and we had our glasses empty for a long time. When we finished, we waited at least five minutes before flagging the server down for the check. He gave us a check and walked away, making me think we pay up front, but then he told us after getting up front that we pay him at the table so we sat back down. read more

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After a recent visit, I need to update my last review. I LOVE my food on the first visit, but it was different on the second. God bless the owner. He is trying to keep up with having limited staff on square footage bigger than he can handle. However, this last time, I did not think the food made up for the long wait times and rude staffing. Food is okay. Their staff is not the friendliest (especially the only ones that have been there the longest, they seem to be selective about who their kind to, and I will not support a business with mindset.) read more

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