Allegria--CLOSED
(310) 456-3132
22821 Pacific Coast Hwy
(at Sweetwater Canyon Drive)
Malibu,
CA
90265
34.0386
-118.6747
Neighborhood: Eastern Malibu
Hours:
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm
Sat-Sun 11am-11:30pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 7.09.09
What People Are Saying About Allegria--CLOSED
The Editor
Martha Burr
Citysearch
The Scene
Relaxed and alluring Mediterranean ambience, midrange prices and rapturously authentic food--it's clear why Allegria is a wildly popular Malibu destination. Stars and producers lounge in one cozy corner, while surfer dudes and their well-bronzed dates share Chianti under the bougainvillea-draped patio.
The Food
Rustic Italian cooking at its best--sophisticated and unpretentious, a seamless blending of seaside luster and country earthiness. Dazzling appetizers abound, including Santa Barbara black mussels, which resonate in a lemon-herb cream sauce. Pastas are excellent, from the simplest preparation to richer and more luxurious fare. Lobster tortelloni, swathed in a satiny saffron sauce, is flavored with ripe tomatoes and fresh asparagus; a creamy and fragrant truffle risotto lingers blissfully on the palate. Traditional meat dishes are hearty and satisfying, such as the rich roasted lamb shank served over fettuccine, and the tender veal scaloppine with porcini mushrooms and artichoke hearts in a Marsala cream sauce.
User Reviews
m_raven415
August 05, 2008
After a wonderful hike in Malibu, we stopped here for dinner. Now I was reluctant to eat Italian since I had it recently. Luckily, the food here was great that I had no probably with eating Italian again. The atmosphere was romantic. The only complaints I had was with the service. The waiter ignored us a good part of the evening. But I would go back again for the food and maybe we will have a better waiter next time.
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kiercemartin
July 10, 2008
Love this place. Great selection of wine, really laid-back and cozy. Great place to take a date for dinner, or even a large group. The service was really helpful, and gave great recommendations--The lobster raviolli is make-you-close-your-eyes good. Parking can be kind of a problem if PCH is busy, but if you get there early it's no problem. If you're looking for a table primetime on the weekend, definitely call ahead as it's a pretty small place. If you're looking to score points call in a to-go order and walk across the street for a beach picnic.
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tjthurli
June 07, 2008
Unquestionably the best Italian cuisine in Malibu. If you ask any Malibu local where to eat, 9 of 10 will direct you to this cozy restaurant just down the road from the Malibu Pier, and it's easy to see why. The minute we stepped in, it was obvious we were in for a treat. The cacophony of smells and sounds was incredible, and by the time the hostess had led us on a winding walk through tables laden with some of the most visually appetizing food I've ever seen, we felt right at home. Our waiter was superb. He recommended a bottle of wine to match what we ordered for dinner, and paid us the respect of choosing one in the middle of the price range, rather than simply picking the most expensive one on the list. Our salads were some of the freshest we've ever had at a restaurant, and no less than 5 minutes after we had finished them, our entrees arrived piping hot, and visually stunning. We were in love after the first bite, and even though we were stuffed at the end of the meal we decided to go for a dessert. It was the best decision we made all week. I don't know what was the best part of the evening. The service, atmosphere, and service were truly remarkable, and we're still comparing the food at other restaurants to this one. Next time we find ourselves in Malibu, Allegria will be the first stop we make! Insider tip - Ask your server to recommend a bottle of wine for you. Allegria has one of the better cellars we've found lately, and they often have special selections that aren't on the regular wine list.
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The Extras:
To enhance your dining experience, they also feature weekly wine tastings for your enjoyment, as well as monthly special dinners and wine events.
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