50 Best Italian Restaurants near Encino

“5 stars sorpresa meraviglioso ristorante, my first time here and i love It Good ambiance excellent food very cozy. buon appetito.“

“Awesome dinner and dessert 🍨“

“excelent food and very friendly family. love this restaurant. one of my italian favorites Restaurant.“

“Good food - great service“

“Emilio’s has been one of my favorite restaurants for years and I love coming here with my family or bringing it home. Perfect for lunch or dinner and we have some favorites like the bolognese and the famous chopped salad but honestly everything I’ve had here is so good. The patio is nice for a warm day but the inside is cute for a cold evening for a cozy time“

“The Spot is a snooze fest. I've given it multiple chances and it's just not for me. Shishi Lounge, on the other hand, is where you should go to have fun. Good music, good food, and there's always people having a good time.
Amir makes the best hookah. Lala is also the sweetest and always takes care of us. Every time I come here, I leave happy.
If you're looking for a fun night out and not just somewhere to sit around bored, go to Shishi.“

“Going strong since the early 70s!“

“My wife and I went to the Grove in Los Angeles last night and we had dinner at "Sogno Toscana," an it was outstanding. It was perfect in every way; great food, great drinks, outstanding and friendly staff, beautiful location, etc. I love Italian food but I can't think of one Italian restaurant that I like, until "Sogno Toscano." The food was outstanding, and there was so much more we saw go by that we can't wait to go back and try. And the drinks were outstanding. I love martini's and they served the best martini I've ever had. Giacomo was our server and took great care of us. He's from Italy and "Sogno Toscana" brought him to America when they opened their New York restaurant, and now he's in LA for this new restaurant. Although very busy, the entire staff were very fun to be around, and most of them are Italian which is also great.“

“Beyond expectations! Best meal & service in at least 10 years. I’ll be back!“

“Guys, I would love to gatekeep this place, but the public deserves to know. This is literally the best food I have ever had in my life. I usually just go to restaurants depending on the actual taste and quality of the food and don't really care about the service, but omg the staff here are actually INCREDIBLE.“

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Spago Beverly Hills“

“We catered a Christmas dinner for 8 with Il Moro and all the food was delicious! We especially loved the melt-in-your-mouth short ribs, divine vegetables and pasta with olives dishes. We will definitely be back!“

“Funke is an elegant restaurant serving genuine Italian food . The menu is like a restaurant in Italy. Appetizers and desserts are meant to be shared. The food is perfectly prepared and suitable for both eating and Instagramming. Funke is fine dining and the prices reflect that. We had appetizers, a pasta course and desert with one drink per person for $200 each“

“Always a great experience and meal at Orto, strongly recommended!“

“Fantastic food, generous servings, great prices, friendly service. What more could you ask for?“

“There is a reason this place is top 2. One of the best pizzas i have had. The crust is on point! Topping so fresh! Great service! It does get packed. Lucky we got a seat and just walk in. We will come back and try other pizzas. Well worth it! If your craving pizza this is the place to go! Came back again!“

“I love the food and service at this restaurant.“

“Hands down one of the classiest good vibes restaurants in LA! The food is excellent. The wait staff and bar staff super friendly and personable and Jill (bartender, wine connoisseur and server extraordinaire) is a great reason to keep coming back! It’s like stopping by to see one of your closest friends. Oh…and the olive oil lemon custard cake is AMAZING!!!“

“The food is delicious, normally I can't finish my plate but with my delicious pasta I made sure no single piece was left in my plate lol
I want to give 10 stars to the owner/manager who was the highlight of our day. He made us laugh with his jokes and funny sarcasm. It felt like we were invited to his home for a delicious meal, it didn't feel like it was a restaurant! The food and the atmosphere feels like home!“

“bomb bomb bomb! wont be disappointed“

“Bacari Sherman Oaks was the most incredible dining experience I have had in a very long time. It was more than just great food. The staff at Sherman Oaks created a complete experience with ambiance, fantastic service, and creative dishes to choose from.

The ambiance is energetic yet relaxed, and the Mediterranean-inspired small plates are incredibly creative and fun to share. Every dish we tried was outstanding. Our server, I believe her name was Mallery, was absolutely fantastic. Her warmth, enthusiasm, and attention to detail elevated an already amazing meal into something truly special.

Congratulations to the Bacari team for building something so unique. Bacari delivers an experience well beyond great food. I will enthusiastically recommend Bacari to everyone I know who visits Los Angeles, and I'll definitely be back when I'm in town.

Wishing the entire Bacari family continued success!“

“This is my absolute favorite restaurant ...and I eat out 3-5 nights a week. I can always count on All Roads to be 100% perfect! The food is BEYOND delicious and I have had almost every single item on the menu. Never once was I dissappointed. A MUST try is the BIANCA PINSA as well as the Faro and Romini salads....Dessert brownie is spectacular too. Everyone I've brought here has fallen in love. The service is timely, professional and friendly. The manager Alexandra is the hardest working restaurant I've ever encountered! You will be thrilled with this restaurant...I was there last night and am bring another new friend this Friday night!😋💗“

“Sooo yummy and good service!“

“best pastas ever!!! And the tiramisu was fabulous“

“Beautiful place to dine and enjoy the morning and afternoon coffee. One of my face place to dine when in the area! Highly recommended place to dine!“

“The foods are amazing … i had the salmon creamy pasta and i liked it so much, the salmon with cherry tomatoes are very refreshing , porcini and mushroom are the new favorites , but the black truffle was the most unforgettable one , once you taste it, it seems you are watching a classic italian movie. The employees are friendly and very accomodating. The atmosphere itself makes you feel like home.“

“Love the California sunshine pizza, the penne pasta with pink sauce and mushrooms, Caesar salad, garlic bread, calamari, shrimp scampi, chef extraordinaire Julie Munn and crew! Food is always delicious whether eat in or takeout. The California sunshine pizza is even better the next day unheated! That's how good it is. All vegan 🌱 and organic greens😋🤤“

“I cannot say enough good things about Lexi!!! She makes this place the best! My group (3 of us) showed up without a reservation on a UCLA home Basketball night. She and her team made us feel right at home, even with a full house!!! Food was excellent, service was even better! Can't wait to go back!!“

“10/10 Recommend. When I’m in the area, I always gravitate to this spot. I love everything on the menu.“

“Delicious food and friendly atmosphere.We had a great time.Thank you.🙏🤗😇😋“

“We had a nice, cozy dinner here and really enjoyed the atmosphere. We ordered our pasta without cheese, but it was accidentally served with cheese. The staff handled the mistake very professionally and apologized immediately. They quickly brought us the correct order, and the service throughout the evening was friendly and attentive. Mistakes can happen, but the way they resolved the situation was excellent.“

“I've been here a handful of times, and it never disappoints! I rented out the private dining room for the first time a couple of weeks ago, and it was truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Everyone who works there is incredibly kind and welcoming, and the ambiance is absolutely perfect. Not to mention each food plate we’ve gotten there is to die for. It's the kind of place you can't wait to bring your friends to. Every visit has been amazing, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. Without a doubt, it's my favorite restaurant in LA.“

“Tried Nerano and had a really good experience. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared—everything felt high quality and nicely done.

The place has a clean, modern vibe and the service was attentive without being over the top. Great spot for a nice Italian meal“

“Osteria Vera is a great spot for an authentic Italian meal. The food was delicious and service was great. The menu is a bit limited, but all dishes were top rate Italian. The place is low key and has a very cozy neighborhood vibe. Lovely and fun and easy. Highly recommend for a pasta centric meal and they only have beer and wine and no bar so that's why I didn't give it 5 stars.“

“Good fare at a fair price...“

“Fantastic pizzeria in Westwood. Pizza is solid. Great menu to please most. Very friendly staff. Would highly recommend....“

“We dine here often. Food & service keeps bringing us back.“

“Wonderful! family owned and run.“

“Great tasting food and very friendly service. The owner Antonio is the best!!! Will definitely be back and highly recommend“

“Amazing!… anything you pick is sooooo delicious! Do not hesitate in going and live the taste and experience of its unique flavors 🧿“

“What an incredible hidden gem! We were craving Italian food and decided to check out Al Italiano. Walked in on a Tuesday night a little before closing. Eddie and the owner Robert greeted us warmly. The menu has some great options and we were indecisive what to order. Our waiter Eddie is a first class professional and answered all our questions with patience and in details. His recommendations were amazing. We ordered Eggplant Parmesan, Veal Piccata, Children’s cheese pizza, Salumiere pizza and their homemade Tiramisu. Everything was excellent and so tasty. The whole experience at Al Italiano was outstanding and unforgettable. Robert is a great business owner who actually cares and treats you like family. His whole staff is very respectful and helpful. The ambiance is very Italian and welcoming. We found a true gem! Thank you Robert, Eddie and staff! We will be back soon!“

“Danny Boys pizza is top tier. The toppings are fresh, the crust is crispy and the salads are delicious. We split a few slices including the meatball ricotta and the vodka sauce special which was excellent. We also split the chopped italian salad which was super fresh and had a great variety of toppings.

This spot is also great for families. The gent working the counter was so friendly. He put in notes to not.
make my toddlers pizza too hit, have it cut in half and gave us crayons and a coloring book. So good, always a great choice when in Westwood Village!“

“An absolutely phenomenal restaurant from top to bottom. The food is world class and the service is absolutely impeccable. Phillip, the front desk manager, was accommodating to a level that I have rarely seen. A wonderful experience and one that I hope to repeat many times over.“

“Cucina italiana eccezionale. Mi sono sentita come a casa. Personale gentilissimo. Super consigliato!!!!“

“My boyfriend and I came here for my birthday dinner and everything was fabulous… The ambience was incredible, phenomenal soundtrack, amazing ravioli, great menu too many yummy things to choose from. great service will definitely be back.“

“Love Vitellos, feels like an awesome local secret, while being a classic la restaurant at the same time. Great food, amazing staff and fun night out. They always seem to find a way to connect to the neighborhood in new and interesting ways as well.“

“I did takeout of a gluten-free pizza. The GF crust was so good, I was legitimately worried that I had been given regular crust by mistake and had to reassure myself by looking at pictures of the regular crust (which does look different). Takeout service was professional and attentive. Positive experience!“

“Wonderful! Beautiful setting!Relaxing atmosphere! Great service!“

“The food was delicious! Service was great“

“old school~ great food~ great host~ a treasure~“