Best Authentic Restaurants in Los Angeles / Orange County

I had an exceptional dining experience at Angelini Osteria. The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic Italian cuisine. The ambiance transported me straight to an Italian village, with a variety of seating options that added to the charm. The outdoor seating was particularly impressive, with well-placed heaters that made it cozy and comfortable. The service was outstanding—attentive servers who frequently checked in to ensure everything was perfect. The presence of authentic Italian staff added a special touch to the overall experience. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone seeking a genuine taste of Italy combined with a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Food was out of this world! Flavors were incredible and you can really tell that everything was made from scratch.

My daughter and I dined at Bestia as first-timers before heading to the Disney Concert Hall to listen to the amazing Jennifer Hudson. Several parties around us were doing the same thing-great minds think alike. After receiving lots of helpful suggestions from Franklin, our server, we opted for a glass of Riesling and a Cruise Control as our beverages and shared a Margherita pizza, Cavatelli alla Norcina, and the Grilled Pork Collar. All were delicious options. The pizza was so flavorful with just the right amount of char on the crust. The pasta married the sauce, sausage and shaved truffles so well, and the pork collar was sublime; tender and flavorful. For dessert we shared the Holiday Cookie Frozen Torte which gave us a little of everything-cake, coconut, pecans and ice cream. Franklin and his team were friendly, attentive, and professional. We both agreed we would love to dine here again

Really awesome experience. We did the bread and Caesar salad as apps which were amazing. Our server did a really nice job pairing wines for us. Brown butter ravioli was decadent and excellent. Loved the butternut squash tortellini, sweet winter pasta. Pro Tip: save some bread to dip in the pasta sauce. Did the Bunet for desert, I didn't love it but my partner did. It was a little too overwhelmingly almondy for me. I would try something different next time. But overall, one of the best meals I've ever had. Every bite was a delight and I will definitely be coming back. Service was excellent. Great choice for a date night.

Hade an amazing dinner. Perfect atmosphere and the food was impeccable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet brasserie in DTLA serving authentic and well made French staples. Will be back soon!