Ago Restaurant
(323) 655-6333
8478 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood,
CA
90069
34.0822
-118.3757
Neighborhoods: Central LA, West Hollywood
What People Are Saying About Ago Restaurant
The Editor
Andrea Rademan
Citysearch
In Short
This Tinseltown fave still banks on its big-name backers (Robert De Niro and the brothers Weinstein), but it's the food and scene that keeps the tables filled. Like the clientele, it's as elegantly caszh as an Armani suit and like Chef Agostino Sciandri, it's authentic Italian--from the classic fare in the dining room to the paparazzi in the parking lot. Anyone who's ever eaten Italian will recognize the menu, but that's beside the point. Industry honchos can vicariously relive their Italian childhoods by night, even if they've never set foot outside California. Bring on the brick-oven baked pizza or flaky whitefish. Even better, forget the entree and share a few appetizers (burrata, fritto mare) and homemade desserts (don't miss the creamy ricotta cake). Regulars start with platters of (unlisted) burrata (fresh mozzarella with a creamy center) encircled by slivers of prosciutto and crowned with green beans and diced tomatoes.
User Reviews
CSMobileUser3
May 20, 2009
I mean Food Amazing, Service Amazing, Co Owned By De Niro, Wow. Lil Noisy But All Good. Young Hip Fresh Spot For Anybody In 20's and 30's
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CSMobileUser2
May 19, 2009
To Me This Place Has It All, The Food, OMG, Plus Its Co Owned By De Niro, Have Some Respect People. I Only Knock It By Being A Lil Noisy. But The Food Makes up For It, 9 Out Of 10
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CSMobileUser
April 03, 2009
We were at this "trattoria" called restaurant and I can't think of anithing good. First when we arrived the manager told us that our table wasn't ready, altough we called in advance and they told us that our table will be ready, after waiting 30 minutes at thye bar, a manager that identify himself as Giuseppe took us to a table, but inside! altough we had reserve outside this giuseppe told us "outside people smoke " and try to scared the rest of the people in my party by talking about how people smokes outside and on. Not only that we sat down in a table we didn't like but also the food was cold but at this point we ate it anyway, do you think that's all? I wish it was, since the waiter provide a lousy service, rolling his eyes everytime we call him and knowing he was not gonna get a good tip he added by hand 20% tip at the bottom of the check we paid and leave. I didn't want to say anything then because my friends were there and I didn't want to argue at that point. of course I will never come back to ago and make sure that all my friends know hat kind of place is this so called fine dining restaurant. pros: none, the wine expert is not longer there.
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When to Go:
Best bet for celeb-spotting is Thursday night, when A-list celebs like Nicole Kidman and Jack Nicholson can be spotted.
Where to Sit:
The patio is the hot spot for mingling alfresco. There are heaters to keep you warm while you flirt in the night air.
Know Before You Go:
There's no special bar menu, but customers can sit at the small bar (which only seats six) and order off the regular menu.
When to Go:
Best bet for celeb-spotting is Thursday night, when celeb regulars like Chris "Mr. Big" Noth can often be spotted.
Where to Sit:
The patio is the hot spot for mingling alfresco. There are heaters to keep you warm in the night air.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Celeb Hangout, Private Rooms, Business Dining, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Agostino Sciandri
