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Il Pastaio Reviews List

Il Pastaio

Gourmet Magazine calls il Pastaio "a taste of heaven," and says "the cooks in il Pastaio's kitchen have angel's hands". Los Angeles Magazine critics choice ranked it "one of the top ten new restaurants". It's no wonder this friendly neighborhood trattoria has been a favorite meeting place, satisfying locals and visiting customers with its mouthwatering pasta since opening in 1994.
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(83 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • great for outdoor dining(46)
  • neighborhood gem(43)
  • fit for foodies(33)
  • great for lunch(25)
  • hot spot(25)
  • romantic(14)
Il Pastaio Reviews List
Review 1 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always Dependable Authentic Italian

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"In an unpredictable world, I love that I can always depend on Il Pastaio to serve up authentic northern Italian food with loving attention to detail. Don't miss the handmade pastas. And the branzino, as a main, is always a winner."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Visited Il Pastaio during

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Visited Il Pastaio during a weekend trip to L.A. From Chicago. Fantastic menu of Italian specialties- pasta and the vegetable plates were the stars for me. I had a veal chop which was good, not great. Would definitely return and. Book a outside table."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 3 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, very efficient

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, very efficient waiter, patient in explaining menu, but no smiles. Terrific pasta, don't miss it. We will surely be back."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 4 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was the first time for

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
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"It was the first time for the 4 of us sand dinner was wonderful."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our favorite Italian Restaurant

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent service as well as food! Sit outside to people watch!
Love the salads! Can get a bit crowded! Arrive early for lunch!
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Dined on 04/09/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not worth your time

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Crowded & over-rated with mediocre food. There are so many better Italian restaurants on the same street!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 7 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always delicious dining at

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always delicious dining at this festive venue with attentive and friendly service."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 8 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Buon Appetito!

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I adore this place. I will keep coming back as often as I can. I always order the spaghetti di faro, but everything from the bread to the coffee is perfection. Buon appetito!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Excellent Food and great location,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent Food and great location, yet only fair service. We may have been unlucky but had a server that did not smile once, could not recommend any particular dish, lacking humor going on almost rude."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 10 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Took A While To Get Our Water

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took A While To Get Our Water And Order Taken.Good Sized Portions."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
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Review 11 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love sitting outside with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love sitting outside with a bottle of wine. Good bread, good food, good wine, good people watching make this an easy choice..."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This time service was rood

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"This time service was rood I wait for 30 min for food and another 20 min for the check"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
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Review 14 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Super,great and wonderful

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Super,great and wonderful evening and fantastic food"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 15 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Neighborhood Gem Serves Great Itali

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant was recommended to us by a frequent traveller who is a former Beverly Hills resident. She told us its the first place she comes to and would never be happy if a trip to LA didn't include a meal here. We were treated graciously and told that a dish we wanted could be made with homemade pasta though it didn't happen to feature homemade pasta originally. The waiter also told us, "if it's Italian, we'll make it for you!". One of us had a fish special which was generous and truly delicious; a spicy seafood pasta was terrific. Homemade ravioli was a bit too al dente but the filling and sauce were delicious. The friendly atmosphere and location around lovely shops made for a perfect, relaxed, unpressured dining experience."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing food and service.

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing food and service. We had a great time. Would definitely go back again. Pasta was home made. Sauce delicious . A genuine Italian restaurant."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

dinner for 2 at this BH spot

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"dinner for 2 at this BH spot with always good celebrity and big wheel hollywood sightings ... great food, and super service"
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2010
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Review 18 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The sponge pasta with fava

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The sponge pasta with fava beans, spinach etc really wasn't very good. Everything else was wonderful."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2013
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Review 19 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Il Pastaio is a nice, easy

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Il Pastaio is a nice, easy restaurant in Beverly Hills. We sat outside (but protected and with heaters) and found our server to be helpful about our choices and reasonably attentive. The food was better than expected and overall we enjoyed our visit and would recommend this restaurant to others for an easy night out."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2008
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Review 20 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had an early (5:30) dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had an early (5:30) dinner before attending an event in Beverly Hills and appreciated the many menu choices for a light dinner, the quality of the food and wine, our charming waiter, and the fact that even early in the evening the crowd was fun and interesting."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious dining and attentive

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Delicious dining and attentive service at this bustling restuarant. Always a good experience."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 22 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was a little cramped and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a little cramped and they didnt read our reservation notes beforehand. It was a bit noisy and took some doing to get our waiters attention but once the place cleared out a bit the service was better."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 23 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lobster linguini was overcooked.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Lobster linguini was overcooked. All other dishes were excellent."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A gem with an old world experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The second this little gem of a restaurant opened it became a favorite of mine. The food is absolutely beyond delicious and truly authentic and fresh. Coming from a family of restaurateurs (French), it feels like being home with family every time I walk in the doors. If you are looking for a place for a romantic and old-world experience ... this is the one."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food is very good & dependable.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food is very good & dependable. The ink squid pasta with seafood is one of the best in LA. Good service, good food, & good location. Cannot go wrong eating here!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 26 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Il Pastaio has been my favorite

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Il Pastaio has been my favorite restaurant in Beverly Hills for something like 20 years. But I have to say, the last couple of time I went there, I have been disappointed. In this case, my friend and I both ordered the special roasted cauliflower salad and were surprised to find that it was mostly lettuce with some shavings of cauliflower. Roasted cauliflower can be done so well, it was too bad that that was not the main flavor of the dish. We also ordered the chickpea soup to start. That was perfectly fine although nothing special."
Dined on 02/05/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Menu had great variety, service

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Menu had great variety, service was prompt but could use some more smiles.
Overall very good value
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Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 28 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good food Fenomenal

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
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Noise Level
Moderate
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"Very good food
Fenomenal pasta with mushrooms and truffles
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Dined on 02/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

An Off Night

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have loved this restaurant for many years, but not at all on this most recent visit. My 2 guests had never dined here and were eagerly anticipating a fabulous experience. We were seated in the covered outside area which was fine, but were mostly ignored by an inattentive waiter.
The presentation of our plated items was not as appetizing or appealing as they always had been, and didn't taste any better than they appeared. My branzino was dry and served with colorless vegetables which must have been sitting too long in the warmer. My guests' pasta dishes had that same dull look, texture, and taste which indicated the staleness produced by a warmer or a heat lamp.
If this were my only visit, I would be unlikely to return."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2005
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Review 30 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic food, reasonable

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Fantastic food, reasonable prices, crazy crowded but never disappoints"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

On vacation from the UK, this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"On vacation from the UK, this was the 2nd visit for my wife and I although 2 years since the last one. Once again the food and service were very good and we had a very enjoyable evening. The only down side for me is the tables are a little too close together so that we felt we were intruding in the couple next to us ( and vice versa presumably) However, would not hesitate to go again"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 32 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Simply Excellent! Service:

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Simply Excellent! Service: outstanding!!!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 33 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my favorite restaurants period. I love tucking into a tiny table on the patio or eating at the bar. The service is warm and attentive. The food is scrumptious. Bellini and anything on the menu... you will be so happy."
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Il Pastaio
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Best Italian in Beverly Hills

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A great and consistently reliable Italian culinary experience: food is simple, great product quality, straightforward and quite authentic vs. American interpretations of Italian food. Remember that as this is Italian-owned and also staffed to a great degree, it's more like service in Italy: accurate, efficient and competent vs. charming, ebulient or engaging. One good thingh is also that it's really all about the food and conversation as opposed to the typical scene today of some egotistical prima donna chef making it all aboutr him. At Il Paataio it's about a fun setting, delicious and simple cuisine, great variety and high energy.
My favorite for Italian in Beverly Hills."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Il Pastaio
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic