Il Piccolino

06/01/09

Who owns this place? what an idiot!

by foodandwinesdpecialistla7

the place would be great if they didn't lie about the menu!

the vegetarian dishes are all prepared with meats, the owner Silvio I think, lied and said it was vegan, then i found out it was prepared with pork broth! disgusting that he could lie about that, he must know. to late for me I ate it already.

He proceeded to "raise hell" shouting at the servers and making a nuisance of himself.

the sole was good but not worth returning for to put up with all the nonsense that lives inside what could be a really lovely dining experience.

pass.

• Pros: nice space - little awkward
• Cons: the owners were shouting the whole time

04/14/09

Best Steak in LA ... maybe the USA

by philobeddoe

Il Piccolino is an incontrovertible sleeper standout ... I would suggest it's possibly the best restaurant in Los Angeles.

The food choice, quality, and preparation is unparalleled. The staff is professional and courteous and the owners absolutely delightful and completely charming.

These guys will make you feel special, treat you right, and fill you up.

The steak is the best I've had, and everything else is great as well.

• Pros: Rib Eye for Two
• Cons: it's not cheap, but it's worth it

12/24/07

Delicious cioppino

by lenore_lynn

Delicious specials - we had the cioppino and Mediterranean sea bass. While this restaurant is pricey overall, the wine by the glass was very good and inexpensive ($9). The wait staff was pleasant. We'll return for sure.

• Pros: Delicious food, great wine-by-the-glass, nice staff, pretty atmosphere
• Cons: Noisy, expensive (worth it, but for a special occasion)