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All'Acqua - Review - Atwater Village - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"All’acqua offers a variety of pastas, pizzas, and a few traditional Italian fish and meat entrees in a scene-y, yet comfortable atmosphere. The mix of the comfortable (cottage-like exposed beams, comfortable booths) with the modern (dramatically-lit walls, lots of concrete, and massive windows) fits the cuisine perfectly, which takes familiar foods and elevates them to a level befitting of the buzz (and the price). RESERVE A TABLE WITH RESERVE A TABLE Food Rundown Insalata Di Campo This tastes fresh. Not like how a perfect piece of sushi is fresh. Like how Freshmint gum is fresh. And while that’s not necessarily a bad thing when you’re about to shove a personal pizza down your gullet, it's just not the best dish by itself. Mixed Chicories A solid salad, though if they went a little lighter on the gorgonzola and a little heavier on the apple it would fit our palate a little better. Brasato Di Manzo A braised beef short rib in a smoky sauce, cut absolutely perfectly by the tartness of the bed of parsnip purée. I be like damn. Margherita Pizza That woodfire oven is doing magic, making a perfectly fluffy crust with a great, flavorful char on the bottom. Fresh ingredients (the good kind of fresh) top this to make a perfect pizza." - Michael Burke

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The Eastside Lunch Guide - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"All’Acqua stands out as being one of the few upscale-ish options in a neighborhood intent on staying as laidback as possible. And while we definitely endorse this Italian spot for date night, its lunch situation is equally as solid. If you work in Glendale and are sick of figuring out how to survive another lunch hour at the Americana, head down to All’Acqua with your co-workers for some sweet relief. Think pizzas (the margherita is a must), housemade pasta, paninis, and a tiramisu you’re going to want to save room for." - brant cox

The Los Angeles East Side Guide

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"COVID-19 Update: Open for pickup and delivery. The wood-fired pizza at this Atwater Village spot is on par with Pizzeria Mozza, Milo & Olive, and Bestia—which says a lot. It also has a late-night menu, which is kind of key if you're looking for a good option after a Dodgers game. COVID-19 Disclaimer: We are working hard to keep our listings as up to date as possible (deliveries, outdoor dining, etc.), but given the evolving nature of local COVID-19 restrictions, we recommend double-checking the information in this guide with any business you plan on visiting. Also, please note that we have not vetted any businesses listed within our guides for their compliance with applicable safety regulations."

https://la.eater.com/2020/6/8/21284267/southern-california-restaurants-los-angeles-protests-george-floyd-police-brutality

Reopened LA Restaurants Serve Thousands of Protesters Over the Weekend - Eater LA

"Protesters marched in front of All’Acqua before returning to grab something to eat." - Mona Holmes

https://la.eater.com/2019/10/28/20927603/manhattan-beach-restaurant-opening-slays-italian-kitchen

Veteran LA Chef Don Dickman to Build Menu for Manhattan Beach Italian - Eater LA

"Considering Dickman’s success with All’Acqua — before departing last year — and formerly running the kitchens at Matteo’s and Barbrix, he’s a solid choice to build Slay’s rustic Italian menu." - Mona Holmes

Deb C

Google

Reservations definition recommended. Parking is tight and the restaurant is not big. Because the food is VERY GOOD, it's busy. We did have reservations for party of 10. Ordered pizzas, pasta, salads, shared so got a taste of everything . And everything was fantastic. Service excellent. They accommodate a baby with us, didn't need a high chair so don't know if they offer, the parents had a seat/ tray that attached to the table. The restaurant itself is just like the picture , simple, nothing fancy but comfy.

Chris Shaul

Google

Came for Labor Day lunch. We each had the lunch special that includes soup/salad, a main, and ice cream for dessert. I had the Mushroom lasagna which was very good. I really liked their marinara sauce. My wife had the Spaghetti Nero with Dungeness crab. She loved it. We also really enjoyed our appetizers, the Calamari and the Cauliflower. The calamari was battered and cooked perfectly. The cauliflower was also great. I especially appreciated the addition of capers and golden raisins to the cauliflower that added a touch of sweet and tart. The server was excellent too. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable. All-in-all, an excellent experience.

Leon Yarijanian

Google

Amazing food, great experience, great location. Valet service made parking easy. Our server was very helpful and gave us great recommendations. I think it might have been better for lunch, but I would still highly recommend.

Gina Ibarrola

Google

The weekday lunch special at $20 is one of the best value for price lunches. It comes with 3 courses - a choice of salad or soup to start, a regular size entree portion of an array of choices from paninis, pizzas, pastas and a scoop of vanilla gelato for dessert. The food is delicious, the portions are ample, the parking is easy, the ambience is lovely, the service staff are friendly and courteous. I saw on the board they also have nightly and daily specials. I can’t wait to go back and try those as well. One of LA’s best kept secrets!

Sarkis Mazmanian

Google

I am not the biggest fan of Italian food but wow the food here was top notch! You’re going heavy on carbs when you eat Italian food but there were definitely some opportunities to finesse your way to a low carb meal if that is your preference. Everything tasted so good and I will definitely be back there! Service was good but I’d love it if it was a bit faster HOWEVER the place was full so I can see why it felt like we were waiting to get the waiters attention at times. Still, no major issues with service. Atmosphere was definitely lively, the place was full of people, it was a little too crammed indoors for my taste, not a major issue though. There is a small parking lot but it was full while we were there so some of us had to find street parking. We were there for peak hours.

Ted Rickabus

Google

We had a couple of different pizzas a d a couple different pastas. All were amazing. Was expensive for Michigan people, but its L.A... service was great. Ate on the patio, but the dining room looked very nice. Spent $325.00 for 4 people and a child.

Brandon Harper (HarperBrand)

Google

One of our favorite spots in the city. Everything is great across the board: food, drinks, service. It’s a really solid neighborhood spot that we go to frequently not just because of the food but because of the staff. Everyone is friendly and personable and cares about your experience. Jordan and Jose specifically are always so welcoming and considerate of our family.

Daniel John

Google

Everything was fine, hospitality was friendly, setting was nice. Easy to grab a seat at 9pm on a Friday. Unfortunately the food didn’t seem the freshest. The Milanese chicken seemed to be out of the bag and fried vs made in house. Side dishes were fine. Bolognese was fine but came out a little cold. Roasted carrots had definitely been sitting around for a while they were very mushy. All of the food came out in 5-10 minutes from ordering, so unlikely anything was made to order. All of this would be fine but the prices are too high for this type of experience.

Aly A.

Yelp

This is definitely one of those dimly lit, date night restaurants where you order a little bit of everything because the portions appear small. But since everything is mainly carbs, you'll feel satisfied real quick. The atmosphere is a little loud on a weekend night, but it's a vibe. Service is really attentive! Autumn farro salad (5.0) Super light and refreshing. I appreciate the layers of crunchiness from the pomegranate and pumpkin seeds which make it a good contrast to the softness of farro. Burrata (4.0) The prosciutto isn't as salty as I'm used to, but I'm probably eating cheap prosciutto? LOL. It was really good though, and it compliments the milky burrata really well. It comes with a fairly small, toasted block of seeded bread that isn't sliced. It's kind of comical when presented together since you're served a plate with a mound of burrata on top of a single layer of prosciutto slices and a toasted block on the side. We ended up ordering another bread block for $4. Funghi (4.5) Such a delicious and savory vegetarian, thin crust pizza. I liked the variety of mushrooms and how the cheese wasn't oozing or gooey, which made it lighter and easier to eat as an appetizer. The only drawback was that some bites were overly charred at the bottom of the crust. I normally don't mind charred bits, I think it adds a nice bitterness to food when done properly, but I think that since the pizza was so simple, the burnt bits really stood out to me. Fettuccine (5.0) I've never had rabbit before so it was a cool experience! The texture is similar to lean salmon and I couldn't tell if the sweetness of the dish was from the rabbit or the sauce. The pasta noodles were amazing and had a tender yet satisfying bite. I was expecting a more sour flavor profile but was pleasantly surprised with how sweet the dish was!

Elias K.

Yelp

I don't have the pizza yet .i ordered since on hour. I'm 2 mins drive from the pizzeria. - service 0 - they stop answering my phone I will never deal with them anymore

Michelle K.

Yelp

This place has a lot of spacing, and it was easy to make a day-of reservation! The food comes out fast, and they offer complementary bread (we ended up getting the garlic bread). We grabbed seats outside with twinkle lights and heaters. The food overall is on the pricier side but it's delicious, and I ended up being quite full from my rigatoni in ragu which I highly recommended (al dente and flavorful).

Cydney M.

Yelp

THE FOOD AND AMBIANCE IS GOOD ============================== Not thrilled with the service or the dinky tables. Got a recommendation from a good friend, so a group of us decided to try it. Made a reservation through their website which was easy, but our table for four was so small it should have just been a table for two. Our server was not really cheerful and slower than molasses as well. I thought I saw her drinking wine off to the side before she brought mine unless she was drinking water from a wine glass. She took too long checking back in with us as well. I am pretty easy going, but my whole group agreed with me. The bus staff was good though. I really wanted to like it, but I didn't. They really need to work on service and get some bigger tables for parties of four.

Sara L.

Yelp

The food is always great. The service is always spot on. Dig All'Acqua because it's a place I can always count on. The pasta is fresh, and the food is always a little better than I remember or expect it to be, which is a delightful reason to keep coming back! Northeast LA has a lot of spots that come and go. This restaurant is always reliably wonderful for everything from date nights to bringing out-of-towners. Stopped by once recently when I couldn't get a table at the new, hip spot, and the other place had a 2 hour wait. They seated me at the bar and took such good care of me. I don't live in the area but if I did, I feel like All'Acqua would be my Cheers.

Liza P.

Yelp

A very special friend brought me here since it's her favorite Italian restaurant and it did not disappoint. She had a nice light white wine and I had the Prosecco. I'm usually not fond of Brut Prosecco but this was not too "bitter ". Then we ordered the Calamari for starters which was amazing! For the main course I ordered the Vongole which Spaghetti with Manila Clams. It was a bit oily but the rich with very strong garlic taste which I love. My friend ordered the Penne with Vodka sauce and sausage and she said the spicy flavor was perfect. We had the Melted Lava Cake and the Olive Oil Cake with berry compote for dessert. The former was a bit too sweet but my friend enjoyed her cake. Definitely coming back to try other dishes. The staff were very attentive and service was great!

Chris S.

Yelp

Jenny H.

Yelp

Sarah at the bar is such a gem. We love their branzino and lasagna but I'm sure everything is delicious here. They have a small parking lot but plenty of street parking as well. Barbrix and all'acqua are special neighborhood joints x

Chris P.

Yelp

It's a very straight forward Italian restaurant: dishes are very familiar and class but there's nothing special about them and I wouldn't go back for any of the plates. The staff are very attentive and would always check on us and make sure our experience was great! Cute rustic interior and a great design for dates! We ordered the rigatoni, maiale pizza and cannoli.

constance k.

Yelp

Happened to be driving by and hadn't had lunch yet.. or any real breakfast.. which worked out perfectly. They had a lunch special that was quite the deal, for $20 per person it included, salad or soup and a choice of entree and a small scoop of vanilla gelato. The Dungeness crab was surprisingly generous and we enjoyed our meal very much. The service was friendly from host to wait staff. I will definitely go again.

Joe S.

Yelp

I have fond memories of dining at All'Acqua back when it first opened. I stopped going as frequently when I discovered other restaurants closer to where I I now live. But on a recent visit to Atwater Village, I decided it was time to give it another visit. We didn't have a reservation which is a must-have on a busy Saturday night. But we were there early enough to snag a seat at the pizza bar where we could watch the pizzaio plying his craft. We had sat here before in years past and have always admired how deftly they can craft the pizzas so quickly and efficiently. We were brought menus and greeted by a very friendly server. He was obviously very busy with a large group that was seated behind us, but he always made time to check on us. After bringing us a couple of beers, we decided on splitting one of their mouth watering pizzas, based on the suggestion of the pizzaio. We chose the Maiale, which included scamorza, fennel pork sausage, and red onion, but we added mushrooms per his recommendation. We are both fans of sausage and mushrooms so this combination seemed to be a sure fire hit! While waiting for our pizza, we continued to be amazed at his deftness in juggling both the pizza making as well as the wood fired oven, casually bouncing back and forth between the two. I was amazed at how easily he could be making three different pizzas at the same time while never forgetting to watch the oven to make sure everything was cooked to perfection. As he made our pizza, our mouths began to water. It arrived after a few minutes and did not disappoint. The gently smoked mozzarella, or scamorza, had the perfect amount of smoke, complemented by the fennel laced sausage and a lovely sprinkling of fennel pollen on top. The meaty mushrooms added an earthy bite of umami which sang harmoniously with the other ingredients. My only complaints were that the crust was a bit too charred and the dough remained limp. Charring in a wood fired oven is to be expected, but from my observation, the oven was a way too hot, necessitating the removal of the pizza sooner that it should have been. As a result, the outer crust had some badly burned spots and the bottom crust was limp and soggy which required using a fork and knife to eat. While the flavor was spot on, it was a little too messy to eat comfortably. I'm happy to see All'Acqua hasn't changed and I'm certain I'll return when in the area. Their menu, which is much more than just pizza, has changed quite a bit, so I'm eager to dive into their pastas and mains on my next visit.

Mason A.

Yelp

It was our first experience in an Italian restaurant in LA. The recipe was really original. The pasta was so delicious with a great sauce but a little bit hotter than what I expected. The Lasagna was really tasty too. The cheese balls were a great start with delicious cheese inside. Also, the dessert was really pleasing with pistachios and cream inside. The only downside of this place was its waiters in my opinion. They were a little bit rude and careless for a place like this. That's the reason I gave them 4 stars.

Christian S.

Yelp

Amazing food and great dining experience. Great location, good vibes. Order a bit of everything! Delicious and fresh

Bill L.

Yelp

My friends took me to this great little Italian restaurant!! Jose was our server and he was very attentive and nice. The food was so good and fresh!! Best ravioli I've ever had!!

Lily K.

Yelp

Love this place. It's a great date night spot and has some of the best Italian food in LA. The spicy margarita is also a plus. So refreshing and delicious. The service is great as well!

Shant K.

Yelp

This establishment and its sister property Barbrix have been our family staple for 14 years and counting. Good Italian food Good wine selections Great service A real wood fire oven brought from Italy. Great place!!!

Robert S.

Yelp

I've visited this restaurant in the past and had the pizza. This time I ventured more into the seasonal dish. Osso bucco served on a bed of risotto and just a touch of flavorful gravy from the Osso bucco stock. The flavors complement the dish separately as well as together in your mouth. Had a pizza which I kept tearing the edges to soak up the Osso bucco juices. You may pair it with a red wine or a blond Italian . . . . Beer that is. The service was top notch, she kept checking up on me to see if I was in need of something else or just to see if I was alright. The ambiance was classy casual I would say. Outdoor sitting available and bar is very cool. Must try!!

Shushi M.

Yelp

Nice place to have a brunch or lunch The food is good Service is perfect The Ambiance is perfect! We took Pancakes from kids menu, they were amazing Pizza Carbonara was a bit salty and the Panini Napoli was good 4 stars from 5

Tina V.

Yelp

I had a long Christmas lunch with a special friend. Parking was easy, place is welcoming. Food and drinks were very good, the lunch combo with salad, entree and ice cream a very good idea. Special mention to our waitress Sarah, who was great and the other lady-did not catch her name- Both were attentive, helpful, not intrusive. Will be back.

Marc B.

Yelp

Have not been here in a while, but LOVED MY DINNER last night. A touch surprised it was not that busy. It was seriously good! Our waitress Jordan was really really good. Service was on point. ***Not a huge fan of wood fire pizza, but their pizza / crust is amazing vs most places serving floppy wet pizza cooked this style. Had the mushroom pizza and just delicious. The Bronzino fish was excellent. It was cooked way better / different than the last time we ordered it and did not like. Highly recommend. ***The potato they serviced with the fish are addictive. Kind of like square crisp breakfast potatoes. A MUST! Both appetizers were good and decent wine pours. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!!

Edward Y.

Yelp

This place is a great Italian dining place for family or for a casual romantic date. Their food is pretty tasty with many different choices (mainly pizza and pasta). Since Covid, they have converted part of their parking lot as outdoor dining spot. So if you go there on a nice weather day, it's a great place to eat outdoor. There were good amount of free street parking spaces available. Only downside is their food prices are on a pricey side. For 4 people, I paid about $250-300 for 4 main dishes and 2 drinks. So make sure your bank is full before you go there :)

Sandra R.

Yelp

Calling all vegetarians! Spinach ravioli. Cacio E Pepe . Spinach Tagliatelle. Pizzas and veggies as well but those are my fave dishes any night of the week. If you have kids pop by m-f from 5-7pm for a nice budget friendly treat! Love this place.

L C.

Yelp

Food was delicious! I had the diavolo pizzas my gf had the rigatoni with the meat sauce. Both were really delicious and fresh. The pasta was really fresh. 10/10 for the food. Service was awesome also! Great recommendations on the wine ended up going with the Zin they had and boy was that a great pick! Loved the place and the atmosphere. 10/10 service. 10/10 atmosphere.

V V.

Yelp

Food and service are good. Very hot and loud inside restaurant. Likely from the heat of the pizza oven. I would have liked fr server to check with us about drinks more frequently. Food is outstanding. Pizzas, salads, my family loved the calamari and I loved the Caesar salad. Eat outside if the weather permits.

Trina M.

Yelp

It's hard to find really good Italian food in LA. This is it. Delicious, authentic Italian food, good service, wonderful ambiance. Can't wait to go back.

Stephen T.

Yelp

Always great food and great service. We love this place. We no longer live in Los Angeles, but we try to get here every time we get back.

Tyrone G.

Yelp

I'm looking forward to revisiting this restaurant. The ambiance was lovely and the wood burning smell from the pizza oven made it feel so cozy. The staff was very nice and attentive. None of the items we chose disappointed.

Mineh M.

Yelp

Pizzzzzzzzaaaaaaa wazzzzzzzz A+++++++. Parking was tricky but not too bad, nice selection of wines too. Felt like I was in Little Italy.

Holli D.

Yelp

The restaurant is warm and inviting. There is plenty of parking and a nice patio with heaters outside. We shared a of margherita pizza and I had Corn Agnolotti both dishes were excellent depth of flavor and the portions were generous. I had the daily Om cocktail and could have had another - it was amazing. For dessert we shared the Ricotta cheesecake and it was a perfect finish to a perfect meal. I would have to say that the service is the highlight of the experience. From the moment you walk in you feel welcome. They also balance attentiveness with allowing enough space to breathe. I truly loved the experience and will definitely be back.

Elizabeth T.

Yelp

Our favorite place to go even if the event is not special. The food is always great. Never a bad meal. My only complaint would be that they were known for their thick juicy garlic bread. That has now disappeared. It has been replaced by a tasteless much thinner garlic bread. Oh, and they also changed the wonderful Caesar salad that used to be served individually in a fantastic dressing. All of these changes took place after the pandemic. I took friends there shortly after and we blamed it on difficulty getting supplies. However, these changes have continued. Always fantastic service. You never wait. The manager is wonderful. Just bring back the things we loved. You're rolling now - got any more to add?

Brian R.

Yelp

What a great place to hang on a lazy Sunday morning for brunch and cocktails! Great food, great service. Italian chop salad and roasted turkey panini! Can't go wrong. Pizzas ain't bad either.

Snow K.

Yelp

Ambiance wins it all! Makes the cutest date spot The food was also amazing, we enjoyed every aspect from the garlic bread which was deliciously crispy and soft all at once to the dessert (MUST). The chicken Milanese with some lemon and arugula was spot on and would order again. All their food was flavorful. Their Caesar salad comes with whole lettuce leaves so if you like your salad chopped, beware lol Quick service and the waiter and waitresses were very attentive. Also a cute bar spot if you want to just grab drinks!

Willow V.

Yelp

This was our first visit and it won't be our last. The service was friendly and attentive. Food was delicious and comforting all the things that you're hoping for on a yummy but not over the top night out. Martinis, pizza, pasta, and mains were all delicious but we go home thinking about the pizza.

John G.

Yelp

We've been frequenting All'Acqua for the past 5 years. During the pandemic, they were a staple in our household; as AA was open for delivery and takeout. They even had takeout cocktails in mason jars, which were a lifesaver. But hey, don't judge us... we were locked in a house with 3 kids for almost two years. Now that we've seemed to return to a sense of normalcy, we dine-in at AA every couple of weeks. Each time, the service and food are consistently great. The garlic bread is heavenly, especially when you order it with a side of meatballs. For our main course, we always split a steak, pizza, and pasta. You really can't go wrong with any pizza or pasta there. If you like seafood, try the Nero ( black) Spaghetti with Dungeness Crab. Thank me later ! Thank you for continuing to be our neighborhood Italian restaurant. -The Millers

Jeanine F.

Yelp

Went in for lunch with my parents who were visiting and was pleasantly surprised by the Lunch special. It was a great deal! $15 for a soup or salad + pasta, panini or pizza and a scoop of vanilla gelato. We were certain we'd heard the wrong price. The food tasted great and the service was friendly. The interior was also nice. Upscale casual with lots of seating. Highly recommend if you're in the neighborhood and especially for lunch.

Lyn R.

Yelp

Came here for a brunch with my friend. Has outdoor and indoor seating. Omar was amazing with taking out order and having it out in a timely manner. Mimosas were good. Food was delicious. Would come again. Nice staff and vibe was chill and laid back. Parking is small and prices were a little high but the service and food was worth it.

Breanna A.

Yelp

Cute ambiance, delicious food and attentive servers. The farmers market special was the perfect drink, we ordered the saffron arancini balls, penne allá vodka and a margarita pizza. All made for the perfect bite and will definitely come back for more.

Alan F.

Yelp

Ive passed by this place so many times as it's pretty hidden from the street and nondescript. However after hearing about it from a friend I finally decided to try it out. This place has some of the best Italian food in LA! My favorite is the pizza which you can watch being made in front of you if you sit inside at the bar. Seriously everything is so good here - the appetizers, entrees and desserts - I'm dying to go back!

Lexie D.

Yelp

Came here for Valentines Day meal and we left full and very happy with our choices! Highlights: Garlic Bread - might be the best garlic bread I've ever had. Like can't wait to go back and have it again good. Pizza Bianca - Delicious~

Donald R.

Yelp

It took a bit too long to be acknowledged by our server, who I would call unhurried throughout our meal. All in all, though, the service was very good, thanks mainly to the busboys. Appetizers -- fried calamari and smoked trout bruschetta -- were awesome. The calamari was perfectly cooked, not a single chewy bite, and generously portioned. Bruschetta was big mounds of smoky trout salad heaped on two chewy slices of baguette. Very satisfying. My grilled branzino was well flattened and it was difficult to peel the rather dry flesh from the rubbery skin. It tasted only of smoke to me and required salt. Sautéed spinach OTOH was highly seasoned and came on a little too strong. Roasted fingerling potatoes were dry on the outside but still soft. And needed salt. My companion had the pici Calabrese and was very happy. The thick pasta was not too dente and the sauce well seasoned, not spicy. The shrimp and bay scallops played contentedly together. We somehow found room for desert and shared a very passable cannoli. Comes with two cannoli. Add a couple of glasses of wine = $165 plus tip.

Omayma R.

Yelp

Ahhh I just love it here. Had the white pizza here and it was super. Wait staff are great- my server Kim was the best and very friendly and made sure we were looked after the whole time. The vibe here is always so nice. Perfect local spot

Denis S.

Yelp

Came here with my three year old. Service was great (maybe because it was 5:30 pm). The ambiance was cozy and couple-y (so not exactly the right mood for us, but nothing I'd normally mind). He got the buttered spaghetti (of course) and I got the lamb lasagna (also, of course, if you know me). Both were great as comfort food but way too buttery, oily and greasy for my taste. His hands were literally glistening from the butter and my dish had a nice ring of oil around it. I realize that this is a common style of cooking in Italian food, it's just not for me. I also got the sun and smoke cocktail, which was fine but not very well balanced IMO. The food was a 3, but the service and atmosphere was a 5 so we've landed at a 4. Will we be back? Probably!

Laura G.

Yelp

We've been here a 1/2 dozen times... we bring friends; it is ALWAYS VERY GOOD. Pizzas are delish and the crust is done perfect. My husband is a wine person and the selections by the glass are excellent (not over priced). They have an outdoor dining area and they are pet friendly We have enjoyed every meal hear. Definitely a neighbor gem!

K P.

Yelp

All'Aqua was truly enjoyable tonight. I wanted to try a little of everything tonight and will definitely be back to try more dishes. We were treated very well!! The bread was wonderful and the calamari was crunchy and fresh. It was quaint and sort of smelled like an Italian restaurant in Italy which really made me happy. I ordered a Milanese and I thought it was really delicious with a lightly dressed arugula salad for a bit of contrast and to add a bit of freshness. This little restaurant is a must try. I am looking forward to trying other things...perhaps try their pasta or pizza. My only regret was not sitting outside. I am happy I finally tried this quaint Italian eatery.

Laurie D.

Yelp

Excellent food and service. Lots of gluten free options (Don't pass up the carrots) Great varied menu! Ambiance is what you make it, fun, quiet, romantic or just great for girls night out!

Janie A.

Yelp

Good to the last bite. We had a large group outside. Service is top notch, food was outstanding. Pizzas are perfect to share as an appetizer.

Ani Z.

Yelp

Good food, good atmosphere, quick service. Good option for a nice dinner date. Plenty of Italian food options on the menu.

Michelle P.

Yelp

Maybe don't go on a holiday or special occasion, e.g., Father's Day. Waited 15 minutes after being sat (we had a reservation) until anyone acknowledged us, which is fine, but then our entrees arrived 50 minutes after our appetizers. May have been a server issue but it put a damper on our evening. Also it was comical how nonchalant and insincerely apologetic the server was about the lag; he cited that the kitchen was busy because it was Father's Day and the restaurant was busy, nbd our party of five had been waiting a near hour since our apps. The food is decent - nothing to write home about but pretty consistent with the other times I've been here.

Marie Elise O.

Yelp

What a great little neighborhood Italian restaurant! I've been wanting to go for a while and came for the first time last Friday night. I love the vibe as soon as you enter - the bar is directly in front of the entrance and either side of the restaurant is lined with industrial style chandelier light fixtures with Edison bulbs. The bar is well stocked and has a ladder - both aesthetic & functional! We sat in the corner by the front and it was not too crowded or loud. We ordered quite a bit for just two people but I was just so excited to dine here. We had the Caesar salad & calamari for appetizers, and for entrees we shared the funghi pizza and spaghetti nero with Dungeness crab. Everything was amazing! The spaghetti nero was super flavorful and very generous with the Dungeness crab! With all the food we couldn't finish the pizza, but it was quite delicious as well. Definitely recommend. For cocktail, I tried the sweet G&T - I didn't like it so much. I prefer a more floral gin and I think I didn't catch this cocktail had a grapefruit liqueur which may have contributed to the bitterness. For dinner, I did order the only Grenache blanc on the wine list and it was delightful. Very bright and crisp. Even my non-wine-drinking husband enjoyed it. I knocked off a star because I thought the service was just alright. Our server was friendly but it was hard to flag him down. Last note: the parking lot is pretty small - we had to wait for someone to leave to nab a spot.

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https://la.eater.com/2020/6/8/21284267/southern-california-restaurants-los-angeles-protests-george-floyd-police-brutality

Reopened LA Restaurants Serve Thousands of Protesters Over the Weekend - Eater LA

"Protesters marched in front of All’Acqua before returning to grab something to eat." - Mona Holmes

https://la.eater.com/2019/10/28/20927603/manhattan-beach-restaurant-opening-slays-italian-kitchen

Veteran LA Chef Don Dickman to Build Menu for Manhattan Beach Italian - Eater LA