Mora Italiano

4.8

592 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Great for fine wines

Mora Italiano was inspired by the bustling streets, striking fashion, and societal liberation that was emerging in Italy during the 60s and 70s. The interiors are light-filled, relaxed and elegant, with an artfully curated mix of furnishings, making it the perfect spot to settle in for an intimate evening with friends, or a lover. At Mora Italiano, we celebrate the best things that life has to offer; honest food, good wine, great design and of course, romance. Drop in and share a special bottle of wine and a aperitivo, as you graze the menu complete with all the Italian classics.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(818) 386-0278
Website
https://www.moraitaliano.com/?y_source=1_NTczNDA4NzYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ramiro Vasquez
Catering
Reach out to us at hello@moraitaliano.com with catering or private event inquiries.
Private party facilities
With a warm, inviting ambiance, an array of shareable plates, and an extensive wine list, Mora Italiano is the perfect space for intimate events including holiday festivities, corporate meetings, or even chic wine parties.

Location
17499 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316
Neighborhood
Encino
Cross street
Encino Ave & Ventura Blvd
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Insalata Cesare$16.00
Little Gem, Cesare Cardine Dressing, Sourdough Croutons
Breasaola$19.00
Wild Arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamico Vecchio
Burrata a Roma$16.00
Hand-Pulled Burrata, Confit Artichoke, Pane di Casa
Insalata di Polpo$17.00
Spanish Octopus, Weiser Farms Potato, Pesto Genovese
Insalata Tricolore$14.00
Endives, Arugula, Crunchy Pistachio, Frisee, Champagne Vinaigrette.
Polpette Napoletane$14.00
San Marzano Passata, Pecorino, Pane di Casa
Bruschette$14.00
Semi-Dried Tomato, Funghi, Carciofi
Zuppa Di Piselli$9.00
Cold Soup. Taste mild herby with mint assent, lemon oil and goat cheese.

Pizza

Margherita$17.00
Buffalo Mozzarella, San Marzano Tomato Basil.
M.P.A.$24.00
Mascarpone, Prosciutto, Arugula, Parmigiano
Funghi$18.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Fontina, Sottocenere al Tartufo, Maitake Mushrooms, Shallots, and Watercress.
Pepperoni$18.00

Pastas

Pomodoro$18.00
Spaghettini, San Marzano, Confit Tomato, Basil
Cacio E Pepe$20.00
Spaghetti, Pecorino, Sarawak Peppercorn.
Gamberi e Zafferano$19.00
Tagliolini, Shrimp Asparagus, Saffron, Chives.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo$23.00
Tagliolini, Poached Shrimp, Calabrian Chili, Pink Pomodoro, Mint + Basil
Ragu Bolognese Tradizionale$27.00
Tagliatelle, Parmigiano Reggiano
Risotto Risi e Bisi$18.00
Sweet Pea, Pioppini, Crescenza, Parmigiano Reggiano
Carbonara$23.00
Perciatelli, Guanciale, Pecorino, Organic Egg
Polpette$23.00
Rigatoni, Neapolitan Meatball, Parmigiano Reggiano
Penne Arrabiatta$18.00
Calabrese Chili, San Marzano-Marionara, Parsley

Entrees

Pollo Milanese$27.00
Jidori Chicken, Potato Broccolette, Salsa Verde
Crisped Sea Bass$32.00
Striped Sea Bass, Asparagus, Roasted Tomato, Salmoriglio
Rack of Lamb$36.00
New Zealand Lam Chops, Artichoke, Novelle Potato, Natural Jus
Filetto alla Griglia$46.00
CAB Center Cut Filet Mignon, Roasted Potato, Sauteed Spinach, Red Wine Sauce

Sides

Sauteed Broccolini Rappini$9.00
Confit Artichoke$9.00
Lemon Potatoes$9.00
Bread

Dessert

Tiramisu$9.00
Gluten Free Chocolate Cake$7.00
Olive Oil Cake$9.00

What 592 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Great for fine wines
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mora Italiano offers a "wonderful dining experience" with a cozy, neighborhood atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fantastic service," delightful Italian dishes, and perfect wine pairings. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for date nights or family dinners. The pizza and sea bass are highly praised.

592 Reviews

J
Jalen
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time here. The food was delicious and our server was very nice. It’s amazing food for a good price.
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Wendy
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A delightful little gem of a restaurant. A handful of tables inside and more in a covered enclosed patio. Excellent food, quiet atmosphere and lovely waitstaff. And we happened to hit the night when wines were 50% off!!
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tom
Los Angeles
47 reviews
vip
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Menu somewhat limited, but adequate selections. Service good. Wine corkage is $30, which is excessive for a neighborhood Trattoria.
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paul
Central Coast
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It’s a quirky little place but the food was outstanding. We had a Cesar salad and lobster ravioli to start. The ravioli came in a zesty lemon sauce. Both were delicious. My wife had the lamb and I had steak. Both were cooked to perfection. Our waitress recommended a very nice bottle of Italian red wine. I think it was Frappato, I forget but it was delicious and on a Sunday night it was 50% off and to finish off we had the most delicious tiramisu I’ve ever had. So light, it was gone in an instant. We will be back.
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Linda
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely and delicious dinner! The food, the service and the ambiance are A++++++!!
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Bryan
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and food at Mora. Our entire family loved everything. Really caring and attentive service all night as well. We loved it and will be back soon!
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Aina
Palm Springs
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food is consistently good.Our waitress Sofia is amazing.Love our neighborhood gem
Mora ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
Hi Aina, Thank you so much for your review, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience and thought Sofia was a great server. We can't wait to have you back!
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Jill
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing. I can’t believe this place was just a few blocks away from me. Everything was authentic and well made. Pizza with fontina and watercress was a revelation. I love it when Italian restaurants offer well chosen , inexpensive Italian wines by the glass, too! We’ll be back.
Mora ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
Hi Jill, Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, especially the pizzas and wine. Looking forward to having you back soon. Cheers!
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Suju
Los Angeles
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food and wine, lovely service, and - for us - great location since it's in the Vallye 15 minutes from our house! So glad to have found it.
Mora ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
Hi Suju, Thank you for the review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the food, wine, and service. We’re thrilled to be your new neighborhood spot and can’t wait to welcome you back!
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David
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service have been consistently excellent. The noise level is great. My whole family loves the restaurant. We are regulars.
Mora ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
Hi David, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family continue to enjoy the food, service, and atmosphere. It means a lot to us to have you as regulars, and we can't wait to keep providing you with great dining experiences. Cheers!
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Mora Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 386-0278.

Mora Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 592 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

17499 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316

Additional information

Cross street
Encino Ave & Ventura Blvd
Neighborhood
Encino
Hours of operation
Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ramiro Vasquez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.moraitaliano.com/?y_source=1_NTczNDA4NzYtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(818) 386-0278
Catering
Reach out to us at hello@moraitaliano.com with catering or private event inquiries.
Private party facilities
With a warm, inviting ambiance, an array of shareable plates, and an extensive wine list, Mora Italiano is the perfect space for intimate events including holiday festivities, corporate meetings, or even chic wine parties.

Mora Italiano

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Insalata Cesare$16.00

Breasaola$19.00

Burrata a Roma$16.00

Insalata di Polpo$17.00

Insalata Tricolore$14.00

Polpette Napoletane$14.00

Bruschette$14.00

Zuppa Di Piselli$9.00

Pizza

Margherita$17.00

M.P.A.$24.00

Funghi$18.00

Pepperoni$18.00

Pastas

Pomodoro$18.00

Cacio E Pepe$20.00

Gamberi e Zafferano$19.00

Shrimp Fra Diavolo$23.00

Ragu Bolognese Tradizionale$27.00

Risotto Risi e Bisi$18.00

Carbonara$23.00

Polpette$23.00

Penne Arrabiatta$18.00

Entrees

Pollo Milanese$27.00

Crisped Sea Bass$32.00

Rack of Lamb$36.00

Filetto alla Griglia$46.00

Sides

Sauteed Broccolini Rappini$9.00

Confit Artichoke$9.00

Lemon Potatoes$9.00

Bread

Dessert

Tiramisu$9.00

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake$7.00

Olive Oil Cake$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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