Fabiolus Cafe

Come and taste how Fabulous food should be . . .

(866) 919-4748

6270 W. Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028 34.098 -118.325819

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Neighborhoods: Hollywood, Central LA

fabiolus.org

Years in business

Established in 1994

Hours:

Mon-Thu 11am-10pm

Fri 11am-10:30pm

Sat 3:30pm-10:30pm

Sun 3:30pm-9pm

Price:

$$

Last updated 6.15.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Food Delivery, Notable Wine List

Cuisine:

Italian

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What People Are Saying About Fabiolus Cafe

The Owner

Fabiolus Cafe

Owner

Located in the heart of Hollywood The Fabiolus Cafe is the best place to enjoy authentic homemade Italian food. Our wide selection of Italian & California wines and our exemplary service make the The Fabiolus Cafe the ideal place to dine, relax and have fun.The Sunset and Vine location offers an outdoor patio with a smoking section and ample off-street parking. It is also within walking distance to The Pantages Theater, Doolittle Theater, The Hollywood Palladium, The Palace and Cinerama Dome.Planning a party or a corporate event? Let the experienced staff of The Fabiolus Cafe make it…

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Featured Review

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In Short – Dark wainscoting, faux-marble walls and distressed tables fill an arched, airy space. Sepia photos of the old country remind patrons of the cafe's heritage. For starters, the fried calamari is a highlight: Lightly spiced baby squid presented with lemon wedges and crushed garlic marinara. Popular entrees include penne alla vodka with tomato-cream sauce and seafood risotto bursting with mussels, clams, scallops and squid. Light lemon- and allspice-tinged creme brulee is a favorite dessert.

Editor's Tips

Parking:
There's a small lot in back of the restaurant, but it fills up fast--your best bet is to scout out street parking.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “what a charming ambience, professional and courteous staff (authentic Italian too i believe) and overall warm and enjoyable experience.”
  2. “Go early, when tables are plentiful and parking is great.”
  3. “great food, ambience, good prices.”
  4. “The entrees are great, the staff is very attentive, and though cramped, the outside space is very comfortable.”
  5. “The food was WONDERFUL, portions were generous, atmosphere was inviting, relaxing, pleasant.”
  6. “convenient location, friendly service and good food!”
  7. “We went to this restaurant for the first time last night and we thought the atmosphere was really great.”
  8. “this place has a great outdoor patio with a low-key atmosphere.”
  9. “When we arrived we were greated by a great ambiance and were hopeful about the meal that lay ahead.”
  10. “The outdoor seating terrace is fantastic and i could see it as a good romantic spot.”
dessert
85.0% positive
  1. “The fresh pasta dishes, quick and friendly service, No-flour chocolate cake and a short walk from the theatre are all pros”
  2. “The food was superb, the spaghetti con vongole the best I've ever had anywhere, the ravioli was light and obviously homemade, the pappedelle with pears and mushrooms was divine, and the chocolate no-flour cake was to die for!”
  3. “We had reservations which are a must if it's bad weather, thank goodness we had them that afternoon, and no Italian ice cream.”
  4. “The chocolate no-flour cake was a great chocolate rush, even from a non- cake or chocolate loving person like me.”
  5. “Past is wonderful and the desserts are wonderful.”
  6. “the food was fantastic and the ricotta cheese cake is OUT OF THIS WORLD.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “The iced tea, Coke and Bresoala appetizer were all great.”
  2. “good wine.”
  3. “In fact, everything was great, including the service and our wine.”
food quality
90.79000473022461% positive
  1. “Plus they come with delicious dipping sauce.”
  2. “Some of the best calimari you can get in L.A., and the Fusilli e Fungii Spinaci dish is really good.”
  3. “When they bring their amazing bread and the waiter asks if you want the balsamic vinaigrette, Say Yes.”
  4. “Fabiolus is consistently good - the food is the lighter style Italian (not the heavy sauced, over-cheesed stuff), and it's never bad.”
  5. “great dish if you're really hungry.”
  6. “The bread and pesto were equally good.”
  7. “the food was below mediocre.”
  8. “cute spot with good food”
  9. “The lunch menu is mostly sandwiches, which are tasty, but the pasta is the real star here - tasty, cooked perfectly, not over garnished or fussy.”
  10. “convenient location, friendly service and good food!”
  11. “great food, ambience, good prices.”
  12. “The ingredients are fresh and I love the bread that comes to the table with the garlic oil.”
  13. “Great food, great patio, just hope you don't run into the Stalin-esque Owner.”
  14. “When we arrived we were greated by a great ambiance and were hopeful about the meal that lay ahead.”
  15. “We felt very uncomfortable because the waiters are constantly "running" around us and they were rushing us out so we hardly enjoyed our meal.”
  16. “The food was excellent.”
  17. “The bread and service was excellent.”
  18. “stopped by here based on the great reviews from fellow CitySearch-ers beacuse I was looking for good pasta that was East of Fairfax.”
  19. “Easy for last minute reservations, friendly staff, inexpensive delicious dishes!”
  20. “risotto dish is big enough for two to share.”
  21. “The steak was so bitter that he had to ask for a side of sauce to dip the steak in.”
  22. “How lucky am I to have such great food so close by.”
  23. “The seafood ravioli is amazing with tender, stuffed pasta and chunky marinara smothering it all.”
  24. “love the caprese salad at Pizzeria Mozza and this one was almost as good.”
  25. “The food was WONDERFUL, portions were generous, atmosphere was inviting, relaxing, pleasant.”
  26. “The fresh pasta dishes, quick and friendly service, No-flour chocolate cake and a short walk from the theatre are all pros”
  27. “The back patio has a great feel, the service has never disappointed me and food is always delicious.”
  28. “The food was also good but not great.”
  29. “The appetizer I had, the caprese, was pretty good, but that was the extent of the good food.”
  30. “the food was fantastic and the ricotta cheese cake is OUT OF THIS WORLD.”
  31. “The food is so good we don't understand why it isn't always busy.”
  32. “The food is fantastic.”
  33. “The bread and pesto were tasty and plentiful.”
  34. “The food was superb, the spaghetti con vongole the best I've ever had anywhere, the ravioli was light and obviously homemade, the pappedelle with pears and mushrooms was divine, and the chocolate no-flour cake was to die for!”
  35. “Definitely have to get back to this gem for a full blown meal.”
  36. “had the chicken parmesan, which was dry, over cooked and the breading was very coarse with no flavor, and which the server strongly recommended.”
  37. “what a charming ambience, professional and courteous staff (authentic Italian too i believe) and overall warm and enjoyable experience.”
  38. “Enjoyed a delicious pasta dish with shrimp, tomato, basil and olive oil.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “The lunch menu is mostly sandwiches, which are tasty, but the pasta is the real star here - tasty, cooked perfectly, not over garnished or fussy.”
  2. “There are so many selections on their menu to suit anyone and the prices are very reasonable.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “This is a great place to lunch.”
service
88.6400032043457% positive
  1. “what a charming ambience, professional and courteous staff (authentic Italian too i believe) and overall warm and enjoyable experience.”
  2. “Vallet in the back is really rude.”
  3. “Easy for last minute reservations, friendly staff, inexpensive delicious dishes!”
  4. “The service was very good, and genuine.”
  5. “The bread and service was excellent.”
  6. “The entrees are great, the staff is very attentive, and though cramped, the outside space is very comfortable.”
  7. “In fact, everything was great, including the service and our wine.”
  8. “Kiana, the owner, is always a delight - as so is my favorite waiter Gabriel.”
  9. “Wonderful friendly service.”
  10. “Then my husband, upon the server's recommendation, ordered the lasagna, which was probably the worst we have ever had.”
  11. “When they bring their amazing bread and the waiter asks if you want the balsamic vinaigrette, Say Yes.”
  12. “convenient location, friendly service and good food!”
  13. “friendly staff.”
  14. “We felt very uncomfortable because the waiters are constantly "running" around us and they were rushing us out so we hardly enjoyed our meal.”
  15. “The service was very good.”
  16. “The service was attentive.”
  17. “The fresh pasta dishes, quick and friendly service, No-flour chocolate cake and a short walk from the theatre are all pros”
  18. “The service was friendly and did all we asked of them quickly and with a smile.”
  19. “The back patio has a great feel, the service has never disappointed me and food is always delicious.”
  20. “The service is friendly and attentive.”
  21. “had the chicken parmesan, which was dry, over cooked and the breading was very coarse with no flavor, and which the server strongly recommended.”
  22. “(wait staff can make or break an evening out) overall wonderful experience for a wonderful price!”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “great food, ambience, good prices.”
  2. “the portions are huge so getting just an appetizer and splitting a main course would be a good idea.”
  3. “There are so many selections on their menu to suit anyone and the prices are very reasonable.”
  4. “Good value, beware of the theater crowd!”
  5. “the prices are very reasonalbe and the portions are huge.”
  6. “The food was WONDERFUL, portions were generous, atmosphere was inviting, relaxing, pleasant.”
  7. “(wait staff can make or break an evening out) overall wonderful experience for a wonderful price!”
  8. “Easy for last minute reservations, friendly staff, inexpensive delicious dishes!”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “Easy for last minute reservations, friendly staff, inexpensive delicious dishes!”
  2. “The fresh pasta dishes, quick and friendly service, No-flour chocolate cake and a short walk from the theatre are all pros”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/08/11

Great little Italian Restaurant at Sunset and Vine

by Dr Neil McLeod at Citysearch

You want to be spoiled? Do you want a real taste of home?

Go to Fabio Conti's lovely little cafe on Sunset and you will have a good time. The food... well he goes home and has his mother in Italy teaches him new recipes each year.. its delicious. A great wine selection is on hand to match your budget and taste.

The Sunday brunch buffet is like a giveaway. It is so reasonable that.... just go and see and the Mimosas go with it.

Did I say that he makes his own Tiramisu.

Dr Neil McLeod

DENTISTRY THAT LASTS - QUALITY THAT COUNTS

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/08/11

Great place!

by Sam91367 at Citysearch

Food was delicious, ambiance was awesome.

Will come back.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/07/11

Great Eat

by Tom Whit at Citysearch

The lasagna is delicious!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/16/09

Great place to eat if you are taking in a show

by jhs876 at Citysearch

The food was excellent. I had the lasagna and it was very well prepared, home made style and was a good sized portion. The calamari was light, crispy and non-fishy, and the misto salad was large and fresh. The bread and pesto were tasty and plentiful. The chocolate no-flour cake was a great chocolate rush, even from a non- cake or chocolate loving person like me. The service was friendly and did all we asked of them quickly and with a smile. Don't miss out on this place.

Pros: The fresh pasta dishes, quick and friendly service, No-flour chocolate cake and a short walk from the theatre are all pros

Cons: We had reservations which are a must if it's bad weather, thank goodness we had them that afternoon, and no Italian ice cream.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/08/09

A perfect dinner before

by jpl779 at Citysearch

Myself, four other adults and two six-year-olds went here (2/8/09) before going to see "Phantom" at the Pantages. This was the second time two of us had been here. The food was superb, the spaghetti con vongole the best I've ever had anywhere, the ravioli was light and obviously homemade, the pappedelle with pears and mushrooms was divine, and the chocolate no-flour cake was to die for!!!!! The calamari appetizer was crispy and not oily, and the salads (misto and the one with the arrugla and radiccio) were all that one could ask for. The bread and pesto were equally good. In fact, everything was great, including the service and our wine. I honestly can't think of anything that could have improved our meal. I tend to be critical of restaurants. If they don't measure up I have no qualms about saying so. But honestly this was as about as perfect a meal as you can have!!! We would have been happy to give six stars were it possible!!!

  • Pros: fresh pasta, good service, damn good italian food. Wonderful dessert (No-flour chocolate)
  • Cons: none

The Details on Fabiolus Cafe

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • friendly service
  • friendly staff
  • favorite place
  • not oily calamari appetizer
  • very good pasta
  • big risotto dish
  • delicious pasta dish
  • great outdoor patio
  • wonderful prices
  • equally good pesto
  • romantic lunch spot
  • like bad italian restaurant
  • really great atmosphere
  • wonderful experience
  • favorite seafood ravioli
  • huge portions
  • not recommend italian restaurant
  • great dinner
  • good romantic spot
  • amazing waiter
  • like almost
  • equally good bread
  • fabulous fabiolus
  • really good fusilli e fungii spinaci dish

Message from Fabiolus Cafe

  • Take out and Delivery
  • Catering Available
  • Wines by the glass and bottle

Located in the heart of Hollywood The Fabiolus Cafe is the best place to enjoy authentic homemade Italian food. Our wide selection of Italian & California wines and our exemplary service make the The Fabiolus Cafe the ideal place to dine, relax and have fun.

The Sunset and Vine location offers an outdoor patio with a smoking section and ample off-street parking. It is also within walking distance to The Pantages Theater, Doolittle Theater, The Hollywood Palladium, The Palace and Cinerama Dome.

Planning a party or a corporate event? Let the experienced staff of The Fabiolus Cafe make it something special help you. Our full-service crew will create the perfect menu for your sit-down or buffet style dinner.

Free tiramisu dessert with the purchase of two dinner entrees

*Mention you found us on Citysearch and enjoy a free tiramisu dessert with the purchase of two dinner entrees. Not valid with any other offers.

Valid until 12/11/12

Fabiolus Cafe - 6270 W. Sunset Blvd.Hollywood, CA90028 - (866) 919-4748

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