| ambiance |
88.88999938964844% positive |
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The atmosphere is warm, friendly, definitely anti-snobby. ”
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Not so good for a romantic meal. ”
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But, in my last 2 visits in the last 2 years, the food has become cookie-cutter and even though more standardized the food is actually sliding in quality while service, with the exception of a waiter who works the back of the house (this stupid review tel ”
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would recommend going for a fun night out but not a romantic dinner as it is brightly lit and a tad noisy. ”
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The decor and wait staff are authentic Italian and, more importantly, the food is delicious from start to finish. ”
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heard this place had great authentic Italian, made a reservation, as the hostess suggested "on the patio," and arrived to find out that "the patio" is actually a table behind some potted trees in front of the restaurant with a lovely view of the traffic ”
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Food was great, ambiance was IMPECCABLE ”
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the service was friendly and the atmosphere excellent. ”
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The food melts in your mouth, the vibe is fun, can be a little loud, but not too bad. ”
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| dessert |
64.28999900817871% positive |
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Even if you're stuffed, the desserts are a perfect end to a great meal. ”
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Exquisite unique primi, Mediterranean squid that was so soft that you could cut it with a fork alone, fabulous desserts, brillant service, a visit from the Chef to hear our raves about the food and service, and very good and fair wine list. ”
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the chocolate mousse was nicely not incredibly rich but more like a dark chocolate marrying a smoothly butteriness. ”
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The dessert was also delicious! ”
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then launched into a series of delicious courses: foie gras with fava beans and spatzle; squid ink gnocchi with lobster and cherry tomatoes, filet mignon with a parmesean cream sauce and kale; sepia with a little frisee and porcini; pizza with gorgonzol ”
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We didn't get to try the desserts - too much good food to leave much room for anything else. ”
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But, in my last 2 visits in the last 2 years, the food has become cookie-cutter and even though more standardized the food is actually sliding in quality while service, with the exception of a waiter who works the back of the house (this stupid review tel ”
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| drinks |
91.66999816894531% positive |
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This dining experience is not economical so be prepared to pay over $100 if you'll have a full course dinner as well as wine. ”
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Food, particularly the pizza, was good and the wine list is very nice. ”
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Incredibly interesting Italian wine selection, they even had Cervaro Della Sala, Jermann Tunina at decent prices. ”
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It has excellent food (the pasta carbonara is absolutely superb; the roast veal shank is soul-warming), a unique wine list with many small production wines served by the carafe and reasonable prices. ”
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Especially if you don't order a lot of drinks, although we order 6 four-courses meals. ”
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Then, by 2006, the restaurant had become much more popular, the menu had become noticeably more standardized, and the service was markedly diminished, but the food was still great, there were Italian beers, and a still a very good and fair wine list. ”
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Exquisite unique primi, Mediterranean squid that was so soft that you could cut it with a fork alone, fabulous desserts, brillant service, a visit from the Chef to hear our raves about the food and service, and very good and fair wine list. ”
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Our waiter made us melt in our seats but also helped us pick a great bottle of wine. ”
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learned while I enjoyed some wonderful wines. ”
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Our waiter was also very knowledgeable and recommended an awesome wine from his hometown in Italy. ”
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The Italian wines, which include our favorite Vino Nobiles, are perfect complements to the mouthwatering food! ”
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Great wine bar. ”
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| food quality |
89.86000061035156% positive |
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the essence of shrimp was wonderful, but the tomato could have been more flavorful. ”
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8) Branzino (fish) and zucchini blossoms - Very good. ”
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We didn't get to try the desserts - too much good food to leave much room for anything else. ”
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truly an authentic experience - some of the other reviews are just misguided! ”
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The Rigatoni and the Spagetti were both superb, the lobster salad great but not as phenomenal as everything else. ”
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The caprese had very fresh and flavorful mozzarella, but that is the last positive thing I can say. ”
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The standard menu has some gems (the prosciutto-arugula pizza is incredible; the lasagna bolognese, topped with flash-fried spinach leaves, left my lasagna-loving dad and sis groaning with glee) but the specials are spectacular. ”
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Amazing food ! ”
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The Italian wines, which include our favorite Vino Nobiles, are perfect complements to the mouthwatering food! ”
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And once we were seated, the food was really great. ”
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1) Grilled octopus salad - this was the best octopus i've ever had. ”
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Nothing like eating your fresh killings. ”
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The decor and wait staff are authentic Italian and, more importantly, the food is delicious from start to finish. ”
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Truly inspired food coming out of this kitchen, and it is clearly made with care as well as attention to fresh ingredients and invention. ”
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Good food. ”
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then launched into a series of delicious courses: foie gras with fava beans and spatzle; squid ink gnocchi with lobster and cherry tomatoes, filet mignon with a parmesean cream sauce and kale; sepia with a little frisee and porcini; pizza with gorgonzol ”
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This is Italian cuisine at average prices, and I am glad Angelini has decided to open an affordable truly-Italian restaurant in LA. ”
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While the food is absolutely delicious, Angelini really shines in the courtesy and overall attitude of the waitstaff. ”
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We were very disappointed as we had heard the food was so delicious. ”
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excellent food but terrible service ”
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but I still think that Gino Angelini has elevated authentic Italian cuisine here in Los Angeles. ”
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the fish texture was wonderful and perfect. ”
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The mozz and tomato and other salads were great, but its hard to mess that up. ”
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The food was good, but not exceptional. ”
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Beautiful place to meet your friends and enjoy Italian food. ”
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enjoyed this restaurant so very much that I've recommended it to anyone who has great taste in food. ”
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This is a great place to bring a date and enjoy some great food. ”
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It has excellent food (the pasta carbonara is absolutely superb; the roast veal shank is soul-warming), a unique wine list with many small production wines served by the carafe and reasonable prices. ”
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The portions are amazing and it was way more food than I anticipated. ”
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Good food, cramped space ”
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Having just returned from a 2-week trip to Italy, my wife and I heard that this place served up authentic and delicious Italian dishes really close to where we live. ”
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Even if you're stuffed, the desserts are a perfect end to a great meal. ”
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Although the service can be a little slow in getting to your needs, the food makes the wait worth every minute. ”
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That all said, the food is divine! ”
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Good food, well prepared, good service, BUT they skimp on the "sides ”
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apologize for a lack of details, but suffice to say that their food is great, and I will be returning soon. ”
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Such good food. ”
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The dessert was also delicious! ”
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We started with the cold-cut appetizer, which was basically a heap of prosciutto, salami and other amazing meats. ”
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This place has personality and the food is exquisite. ”
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The grilled blood pudding appetizer, served on a bed of mashed potatoes was DELICIOUS. ”
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The appetizers and salads were delicious, but the rest of the meal was wholly disappointing. ”
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BUT everyone enjoyed their food. ”
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delicious italian style thin crust pizza followed. ”
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The dishes at Angelini are delicious and very light. ”
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Shrimp salad is really good. ”
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The service was unbelievabley friendly and our overall dinner was by far the best Italian food I've ever had in LA! ”
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Food, particularly the pizza, was good and the wine list is very nice. ”
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As a vegetarian, its hard to find gourmet restaurants that will create amazing dishes for me. ”
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Exquisite unique primi, Mediterranean squid that was so soft that you could cut it with a fork alone, fabulous desserts, brillant service, a visit from the Chef to hear our raves about the food and service, and very good and fair wine list. ”
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great food ”
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Our meal was good, and there was nothing wrong, but it wasn't anything memorable. ”
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Not so good for a romantic meal. ”
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But, in my last 2 visits in the last 2 years, the food has become cookie-cutter and even though more standardized the food is actually sliding in quality while service, with the exception of a waiter who works the back of the house (this stupid review tel ”
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The bread was very good. ”
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had the seafood risotto which was flavorful and my fiancee had the pappardelle with lamb ragu which was very dry. ”
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Angelini Osteria serves exquisite food reminiscent of Northern Italy. ”
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heard this place had great authentic Italian, made a reservation, as the hostess suggested "on the patio," and arrived to find out that "the patio" is actually a table behind some potted trees in front of the restaurant with a lovely view of the traffic ”
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The dishes I ordered were recommended but didn't taste that extraordinary - e.g.. the lasagna verde, seemed slippery, didn't like ragu in it and the grilled lamb chops, meat excellent, didn't have enough flavor in sauce. ”
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The solo dining area was a breath of fresh air in a couple-centric world. ”
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In my years of going to Angelini's, only once have had a meal that was not excellent. ”
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The food was fantastic! ”
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The food was good (nothing to write home about, though). ”
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good food. ”
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had the pleasure of being introduced to Gino on my first visit; the friendly, hands-on approach to food and service has never waned in the years since. ”
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the cheek on toast was so good. ”
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Delicious food at a chic yet authentic space ”
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Then, by 2006, the restaurant had become much more popular, the menu had become noticeably more standardized, and the service was markedly diminished, but the food was still great, there were Italian beers, and a still a very good and fair wine list. ”
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The food is excellent, but most of the tables for two are so narrow and almost touching the other table that you really have no privacy at all. ”
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From the moment you step inside and smell the aroma of great cooking, you can tell you are in for a good meal. ”
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This is a radical departure from 2001, but with throngs of people willing to accept this standardized, poorly prepared food and poor service, there is no need for Angelini to return to its initial glory. ”
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The new steak was excellent. ”
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The food melts in your mouth, the vibe is fun, can be a little loud, but not too bad. ”
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We started off with some prosecco and a nice variety of bread and I browsed the menu in confusion. ”
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| menu variety |
85.71000099182129% positive |
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The standard menu has some gems (the prosciutto-arugula pizza is incredible; the lasagna bolognese, topped with flash-fried spinach leaves, left my lasagna-loving dad and sis groaning with glee) but the specials are spectacular. ”
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LA makes Italian interesting; goes beyond lasagna with unique choices and tastes. ”
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With full page of specials, I was overwhelmed before I even opened the real menu. ”
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Rather extensive menu though! ”
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We started off with some prosecco and a nice variety of bread and I browsed the menu in confusion. ”
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Incredibly interesting Italian wine selection, they even had Cervaro Della Sala, Jermann Tunina at decent prices. ”
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Then, by 2006, the restaurant had become much more popular, the menu had become noticeably more standardized, and the service was markedly diminished, but the food was still great, there were Italian beers, and a still a very good and fair wine list. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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heard this place had great authentic Italian, made a reservation, as the hostess suggested "on the patio," and arrived to find out that "the patio" is actually a table behind some potted trees in front of the restaurant with a lovely view of the traffic ”
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My favorite Italian restaurant outside Italy ”
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the best restaurant in LA. ”
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This is a great place to bring a date and enjoy some great food. ”
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good place and foods, and excellent company. ”
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This is by far the best Italian restaurant I've been to. ”
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I've been to Angelini Osteria several times now and in comparison to several other famous LA Italian restaurants (e.g. Valentino, Drago, Vincenti, Il Pastaio, Locanda Veneta), it is the best Italian restaurant overall. ”
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This really is the best Italian restaurant in LA. ”
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| return potential |
0.0% positive |
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This is a radical departure from 2001, but with throngs of people willing to accept this standardized, poorly prepared food and poor service, there is no need for Angelini to return to its initial glory. ”
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| service |
82.69000053405762% positive |
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Amazing, the Sicilian waiter recommended everything for me. ”
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The service is great, not pushy or obtrusive. ”
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And nice people. ”
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excellent food but terrible service ”
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had the pleasure of being introduced to Gino on my first visit; the friendly, hands-on approach to food and service has never waned in the years since. ”
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The service was excellent. ”
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The waiters are attentive, despite sometimes needing to thread through the tables. ”
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The decor and wait staff are authentic Italian and, more importantly, the food is delicious from start to finish. ”
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But, in my last 2 visits in the last 2 years, the food has become cookie-cutter and even though more standardized the food is actually sliding in quality while service, with the exception of a waiter who works the back of the house (this stupid review tel ”
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Friendly service, outstanding preperation, and magnificient flavor. ”
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Exquisite unique primi, Mediterranean squid that was so soft that you could cut it with a fork alone, fabulous desserts, brillant service, a visit from the Chef to hear our raves about the food and service, and very good and fair wine list. ”
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The service was unbelievabley friendly and our overall dinner was by far the best Italian food I've ever had in LA! ”
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The atmosphere is warm, friendly, definitely anti-snobby. ”
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Hands down the best experience I have had with waiters in my entire life. ”
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Our waiter was also very knowledgeable and recommended an awesome wine from his hometown in Italy. ”
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heard this place had great authentic Italian, made a reservation, as the hostess suggested "on the patio," and arrived to find out that "the patio" is actually a table behind some potted trees in front of the restaurant with a lovely view of the traffic ”
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Good food, well prepared, good service, BUT they skimp on the "sides ”
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Then, by 2006, the restaurant had become much more popular, the menu had become noticeably more standardized, and the service was markedly diminished, but the food was still great, there were Italian beers, and a still a very good and fair wine list. ”
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The service was so nice and we were well taken care of. ”
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the service was friendly and the atmosphere excellent. ”
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Although the service can be a little slow in getting to your needs, the food makes the wait worth every minute. ”
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He was also rude, brusque, disinterested, didn't offer any of the usual condiments (no "Parmesan or pepper, anyone?") ”
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The tall blond hostess at the entrance is beautiful! ”
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Great service, just like a neighborhood osteria in Florence. ”
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This is a radical departure from 2001, but with throngs of people willing to accept this standardized, poorly prepared food and poor service, there is no need for Angelini to return to its initial glory. ”
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Our waiter made us melt in our seats but also helped us pick a great bottle of wine. ”
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| value |
88.88999938964844% positive |
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But I know it's tough running a restaurant and the prices are reasonable. ”
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The prices are reasonable. ”
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Of course this restaurant does not show off the full creativity of chef Angelini like the famous Rex Restaurant did; the settings are different and the prices are considerably lower. ”
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This is Italian cuisine at average prices, and I am glad Angelini has decided to open an affordable truly-Italian restaurant in LA. ”
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The portions are amazing and it was way more food than I anticipated. ”
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This is probably one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles and is therefore worth any waiting hastles. ”
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Incredibly interesting Italian wine selection, they even had Cervaro Della Sala, Jermann Tunina at decent prices. ”
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It has excellent food (the pasta carbonara is absolutely superb; the roast veal shank is soul-warming), a unique wine list with many small production wines served by the carafe and reasonable prices. ”
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Although the service can be a little slow in getting to your needs, the food makes the wait worth every minute. ”
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| wait time |
0.0% positive |
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Although the service can be a little slow in getting to your needs, the food makes the wait worth every minute. ”
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