Vincenti Restaurant
(310) 207-0127
11930 San Vicente Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90049
34.0525
-118.4708
Neighborhoods: Brentwood, West LA
What People Are Saying About Vincenti Restaurant
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The Scene
While less formal than the owner's original Rex Ristorante, the mood is still decidedly chic and elegant. Guests are greeted warmly at the door as if they were old friends and shown to their tables in one of two dimly lit rooms. The windowed kitchen allows for chef gazing, but the waiter's commentary can be eclipsed by crowd volume.
The Food
Adriatic chef Nicola Mastronardi attends to every detail on this classic Italian menu. Pastas are prepared al dente. The bucatini is made with a smoky, homemade, bacon-like guanciale and tomato sauce, while the hearty lasagnette with white sauce is a savory package of creamy, meaty flavors. Main courses delight as well: Exactingly cooked tagliata topped by arugula and Parmesan satisfies wholly, and the Dover sole is flaky and aromatic. Dessert options include tart lemon panna cotta, and the mille foglie, a deconstructed napoleon with hazelnut and caramel filling.
User Reviews
primrose
August 12, 2008
We have been going here for years - you cant beat this place - so nice and cozy . Great food , great ambiance , great service , good food what is there not to like . The perfect combination of modern and warm makes this place close to perfect for a date or celebration .
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Muse7360
April 18, 2008
Not only is the food amazing at Vincenti but so is John. Vincenti was just named number 7 in the "75 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles" issue of Los Angeles Magazine and Number 1 in the article ?The 20 Best Italian Restaurants in Los Angeles? written by Jonathan Gold for LA Weekly. There is no place like it outside of Italy. I have to completely disagree with the reviewer about John. I mentioned to a friend recently that John was working at Vincenti and his comment was ?having John run your dining room would be like having Picasso paint your living room?. We all love John, Maureen and the staff at Vincenti.
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italophilgal
February 25, 2008
Easily the best Italian restaurant in the city. Chef Nicola's menu is the most modern interpretation of classic Italian cuisine. His fish are all incredible. Don't skip the pasta or risotto...perfectly sauced, perfectly al dente. I've even seen Giorgio Baldi and other restaurateurs here on Mondays when their own places are closed. Maureen is warm and so hospitable, and honestly seems to care about her clients. Unlike the other poster, I find John at the door really gracious and professional, constantly looking to enhance the diner's experience. The rest of the staff is attentive without being stuffy. Pizza on Monday is the best in town...crisp, charred crust, thin and topped with great ingredients like burrata and zucchini flowers. Love eating at the bar. The bartenders are friendly and pour an amazing martini. Best bet for friends in town from Italy or New York. Never Disappoints!
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Where to Sit:
The back room is quieter than the main room. For singles and casual couples, there are several seats in front of the rotisserie, while a long counter by the bar is available for informal ordering.
Save Money:
Try the six-course tasting menu for $70.
When to Go:
Monday is pizza night, with authentic thin-crust pies--the flour for the dough is flown in directly from Italy.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Private Rooms, People Watching, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Prix Fixe Menu
General Info:
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Nicolo Mastronardi
