Antonello Ristorante

The wait was typical for a restaurant that makes their dishes from scratch:). Superb food. I really liked their Chilean Sea Bass with two large shrimp (they really looked like prawns to me!). It was over a scrumptious risotto. My husband had the Short Rib Pasta (there was a longer name but it reminded me of a ragu). Anyhow our party of 7 had wonderful foods prior to the main meal too. There was a prosciutto burrata appetizer that w as nice and also the calamari fritti was fried lightly and tasty by husband said. I think that overall we all had a grand New Year's Eve at Antonello's. It was decorated really nice for the holidays.

Can’t say enough. They were so helpful with my food allergies. The dinner, every course was amazing. I had the leftovers for lunch the next day, and it was still great. Will return.

This is a very traditional and authentic Italian restaurant. Their pasta is made fresh daily and have lots of other meal options like beef ribs with risotto, calamari, salads and serve a kids menu aswell. Only open in the later afternoon hours 5:00 to 9ish. I had the lentil and pasta fagioli and they were amazing (on two different occasions) We have become regulars since my last post and can say the atmosphere is welcoming, lots of delicious options even for a picky eater. They even have a few dishes they prepare tableside. It is pricey but so worth it 🤎🤎 Plenty of parking and the staff is really on their A game, Ol' time kinda service checking on you and making sure your cup is always full. The place has lots of Italian charm. Had a really good experience here.

The food here is phenomenal. There is plenty of room with an upstairs and downstairs seating area. There is also plenty of parking. I would advise making reservations as it is quite busy.

You know an Italian restaurant is good when other Italians eat there with their extended family FROM Italy. Do not sleep on this place, for you will miss out on perhaps some of the best Italian food SoCal has to offer. Antonello's has been here about as long as I have been alive, and I'm only now just figuring out how amazing it is. The chef very much knows his craft, creating some true culinary masterpieces from scratch. The dishes here are truly spectacular. The Gnocchi? Melts in your mouth alongside the cheese and the sauce is rich and delicious. The Osso Bucco? Also rich, so tender and just absolute artistry for your taste buds. Their Seabass (previously mentioned as dry) was actually very moist, flavorful and delicious. And don't even get me started on the Tiramisu and their chocolate cake (forgot the name of the dish 🤦🏼), both of which are perhaps the best you'll ever have. All in all, my fiance and I had a great experience. We shook hands with Sonya, the manager, she was so warm and so kind, checking in on out experience throughout the evening. My only "gripe", if I could call it that? A $35 corkage fee. A little higher than average, which is around $20 to $25, but it is so well worth it. You MUST try Antonello's.

Took my husband here for his birthday. Everyone greeted us by name and told him happy birthday multiple times. The atmosphere itself was elegant and romantic. The service was top notch. They treat you like family. They do table service with a giant cheese wheel which was not only really neat but super tasty. The food tasted high quality and authentic. This place was a hidden gem. Will be definitely coming back to try more of the menu.

There's a reason why this place has stood the test of time (and plagues!) - turned 46 last month! My mom and I were treated like queens when I took her for her birthday dinner last night. This is one of those restaurants that reminds me of the times when being a host/server/busser/food runner was an actual career and people were loyal to their establishments and took their jobs very seriously and took pride in the high level of service and hospitality provided. And the food was not bad, too 😁. We shared 3 dishes: calamari, Antonello salad, and the seafood pasta: all perfect!

Delicious Italian food in a classic environment, felt like being in a wine cellar, with excellent service and a true fine dining experience. It is pricey but food quality is good. We came here for a birthday celebration. We ordered so many appetizers that we could not finish our main dishes. The carpaccio originale and the truffle fries were really good, but the spicy sauce with the calamari fritti was not to our liking. The pasta here is very good, nice balance of flavors with an al dente pasta which tastes so good. The seafood pasta was delicious and had big chunks of shellfish which was enjoyable. The highlight of the meal was the dessert: chocolate soufflé with GanMarinier sauce & ice cream. It's something they excel at and worth coming here just for this special dessert. The soufflé is so high and fluffy and the crust is slightly crunchy with a delicious eggy chocolate flavor. It's really special.

Almost had a stroke when the check arrived for our party of six. But they say, you get what you pay for and this place is worth every penny. Traditional, authentic Italian food. Our server was also Italian. This restaurant has been near a long time. They made their mark since they opened. We don't know if Antonella's is going to be relocated when the redevelopment commences. The perfect place if you want to make an impression on your friends. Just make sure you bring your platinum card with you!

I had not dined at Antonello's since Covid. It was my go to for every special occasion for decades. Unfortunately, after the pandemic their hours were shortened and it was difficult to dine there. Regardless, it was with great excitement and anticipation that I was going to celebrate my birthday at my once favorite restaurant . My birthday which is close to Christmas was always especially festive with how lovely the restaurant is decorated. All the familiar faces were gone and the replacements left a lot to be desired. When our reservation could not be found, due to no fault of the guests, we were ignored. The hostess a middle aged woman with glasses, physically worked her way around us to speak with other guests. When we produced the confirmation obviously showing the restaurant's records were wrong, there was no apology and she honestly seemed put out/disappointed we had proof . We were seated at a nice table. Ordered a cocktail, appetizer and entree. It was all served at the same time. It was odd. I wondered if we were being rushed. We were not offered dessert and when we asked to see the dessert menu the waiter sighed, rolled his eyes and then retrieved the menu. The cocktails, appetizer and entrees were OUTSTANDING and reminiscent of the pre pandemic Antonello's that I adored. Sadly, the service is not the same. Feeling like an unwelcome guest, put a damper on our evening. The service left a bad taste in my mouth. No pun intended.

Came here back in May 2025 for Mother's Day. Not a good experience. We felt rushed - back story here is that my mother has dementia, so it does take her a bit of time to eat her food safely. We felt like they kept coming out asking if she's done with her food, even though tbh we were there for not even 1.5h. Food: the foccacia di recco was good, def recommend. Both my and husband's pasta dishes were a bit salty. Desserts were okay. We won't come back. Overall the meal itself wasn't bad. Just the insensitivity they showed to the infirm that left a bad taste in my mouth.

Some of the best Italian food in Southern California, with fantastic service, and an authentic Tuscan ambiance. It's truly a hidden gem, tucked away on the other side of the South Coast plaza. Apparently the Late Kobe Bryant's favorite dish is the pappardelle pasta with short rib. I can see how The Bryants would eat here as it's very intimate and cozy. Service was too notch from the moment we entered until we left. All of the staff was attentive and nice. Of the two bottles of wine we ordered, the Montepulciano Chianti was better than the Super Tuscan, although once the Tuscan opened it tasted pretty good. The focaccia appetizer and polpetta were great choices for starters. Would definitely get again. Seafood pasta (spaghetti pescatore) was flavorful and plentiful, with tons of various seafoods. I had to bring half of it home because it was so much, but I was also probably full from the delicious complimentary breads and basil butter. Gnocchi was also very good and a normal portion. Chicken parm and spaghetti was great. Fettuccine Alfredo with shaved black truffle is good. The cacio e pepe was just okay, but I haven't had any good cacio e pepe outside of Rome. It was a fun to watch it served out of the cheese wheel, though. The tiramisu was phenomenal. Best I've had outside of Italy. Overall, very authentic Italian flavors and atmosphere and I'll definitely be coming back here again.

We attended a birthday dinner here. I had high hopes, but it was just OK. We were seated next to a semi-private area where I assume people were having a birthday party. For some reason they had a microphone and were giving speech after speech after speech, they were loud and obnoxious. A woman who worked there even apologized for them and said "I don't know why they are doing this." Service was slow and inattentive. Our wine menu was taken away numerous times and we had to keep asking for it back. We waited forever for refills on drinks, I am sure we would have ordered more alcohol if the waiter had been around to take orders. The food was good, but not mind blowing. The bread with pesto butter they bring out was delicious. Of the three appetizers we ordered (Focaccia, Beef Carpaccio, and Prosciutto with Burrata) the only one I enjoyed was the Focaccia, it was the best thing I ate all night. Absolutely loved the thin bread layered with loads of gooey cheese! Honestly the carpaccio and prosciutto tasted the same, none of us could tell the difference between them. One of our friends had the lamb and said it was awesome. Another friend had the branzino, said it was way better last time he dined here. The rest of us had pasta dishes, they were all very large and we all took half home. Husband had the lasagna and loved it, I personally don't care for lasagna, so it was just fine to me. My Orecchiette with sausage and broccolini was good, but a very heavy dish, I expected something lighter. I had a lot of pasta that was undercooked and stuck together. A couple desserts were ordered, and they brought one tiny piece of cheesecake out (not even a full slice) for the two people celebrating birthdays. Nobody was impressed with the desserts. Dinner was about $600 for 6 of us, not terrible. We all walked out underwhelmed, not sure any of us would come back.

Cute and cozy inside. Only place I think that the entrees are better than the appetizers. Parking is easy. Portion sizes are massive - great for everyone to get a taste of everything.

Food was okay. Didn't feel any dish stood out like it was a must have. The short rib pasta would be a better if the plating was better? It definitely tastes better than it looked. The veal was dry.

Love this place. Very warm and welcoming. Great service and atmosphere. Nice chicken parm and we always opt for the fettuccine Alfredo.

The ambiance felt great for intimate gatherings. We were seated promptly, on a saturday, 25 mins before our reservation time. We were celebrating our anniversary. Host greeted us nicely. Food was just okay for my taste & husband's. The calamari was great, best one I'd ever had & so was the tiramisu!! I could've had seconds lol I got the D pasta (33$) with shrimp (+12-15$ more) cause I wanted something on the creamy side and shrimp. It felt pricey but they did give me a good amount of shrimp. The sauce was good but the shrimp tasted salty for me. Husband ordered the short rib, which he also felt was salty and I did too. I got a paloma cocktail and felt nothing special about it. It tasted just like a watered down margarita. So food overall, was just ok in OUR opinion. Servers were attentive & nice. We got appetizer rather quickly but it took about 30-35 mins for our entrés to arrive. So I think the wait greatly suppressed our appetite. As for celebrating our anniversary, only the host acknowledged it. Our server never asked whether we were celebrating. While I don't expect anything elaborate, I've dined at other restaurants that make an effort to acknowledge special occasions, especially since we chose this restaurant for a nice dinner for that reason.

We chose Antonello Ristorante to celebrate a special birthday dinner, and it turned out to be such a warm and memorable evening. The hostess greeted us so warmly and cheerfully, and we were seated at a lovely, quiet table -- just perfect for a cozy dinner for two. I feel a little bad that I don't remember the name of the gentleman who served our table. He was polite, but at times a bit inattentive. I ordered a bottle of red wine for us -- the Levendi "Mystique" Merlot. He poured us a taste and then served the wine, but after that he didn't seem to notice when both our glasses were empty. Even our water glasses stayed empty for quite a while without being refilled. (It wasn't a big issue, but we did notice.) We ordered: Carpaccio di Polipo, Prosciutto e Burrata, Lobster Ravioli, and Lamb Chops. All the dishes were wonderful. We asked to have everything brought out together along with empty plates so we could share them family-style, which made the experience even nicer. Both appetizers were excellent -- especially the Prosciutto e Burrata, which was simply amazing. The Lamb Chops were also cooked perfectly -- tender, flavorful, and without the strong gamy taste you sometimes find elsewhere. The only dish that wasn't quite to our taste was the Lobster Ravioli -- it was a little too rich and creamy for us, even though we usually enjoy cheese. We truly appreciated the thoughtful touch of a complimentary birthday dessert with a candle -- it was such a warm way to end the evening and made the birthday celebration feel even more special. Overall, it was a wonderful evening with delicious food, warm service, and a cozy atmosphere -- we'll definitely be back. Thank you to the team at Antonello for helping make this birthday dinner so special -- we truly appreciated the thoughtful touch.

We had a most excellent experience here. Cacio de Pepe prepared table side, branzino prepared table side. I had the seasonal pumpkin ravioli with sage and brown butter and my other table companion had the gnocchi. The service was on point and with a smile. After the day we had we really needed to be taken care of so this place definitely exceeded our expectations. This would be a great place for a date, quiet and romantic with the right person. They also have a nice bar area. I hope I get a chance to go back.

it's rare that i am back at a place within a month, but this place is just that good! everything we tried so far was all very yummy - my favorite might be the spaghetti alla pescartora! wish the bread could be fresher though (they said it's made fresh every afternoon), but the garlic butter was great. reasonably priced, great services. can't wait to go back again!

Our family has a tradition by going to Antonello's for Christmas Eve's dinner every year. We also dine at the restaurant throughout the year. The food and service have always been consistent which is amazing! This holiday, Carlos was our waiter and he was very attentive and gave us the best service. Carmen gave us a complimentary dessert and it was delicious! We will continue our family tradition every year! Highly recommend if you want great Italian food, ambience and service!

Having been next door to the Indian restaurant, I decided to try this Italian restaurant and see if it was any good. I'm very glad I decided to try it since I had a great experience! From the decor, ambiance, service and food, everything was fantastic! While the calamari is not their strongest dish, it certainly wasn't the worst. I do have to mention that, if you're like me and happen to love Veal Milanese, then this restaurant has it. It is not on the menu but if you ask for it, they will make it for you....which I LOVE THEM FOR! It also very big, as are most of the dishes, so come hungry! I also want to recommend their ravioli which was phenomenal! I will DEFINITELY return so I can try more of their menu. The food here is far better than the pictures you'll see BTW

The food was divine, and the drinks as well. Came here a long time ago for a date and it was the perfect setting for a romantic night. Good service as well.

Antonello Ristorante was the pick for a nice Saturday dinner. However, it did not turn out as we expected. We stopped by at around 8 PM and found it was very difficult to find parking. I was able to get a spot after someone left. For seating, we did a walk-in, but it was very busy. We were given the option to stay at the bar temporarily and wait for a stop, or stay at the bar for dining. We decided to stay at the bar area. Right away, we needed to flag down someone to take our orders. The server ended up being the bartender. We grab our orders and asked for some waters. But our water did not come out right away. The party right next to us got their water and bread appetizer before us. It was only until I reminded him of the water did he give it to us. At this point, we were already annoyed, but I was hanging on expectation for the food. Our Calamri Fritti came out first. It smelled good. However, it wasn't crispy at all. It was very soft and the pieces were falling apart. But flavor wise, it was decent. In terms of the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and pork chop were both items that came out late. Again, the table next to us gets there later, but got everything before us, so we checked in with the staff. It seemed they forgot our orders. Keep in mind we were already there for an hour. The Cacio e Pepe lacked flavor. The pork chop was decent, but tasted dry on pieces. Ultimately, I did not have a good experience and will not be returning. Note: American Express is accepted.

Of We came to Antonello Italian for a date night and were really impressed by the food and atmosphere. I had the pappardelle and my wife had the branzino, which was prepared tableside--a great touch. We finished with the soufflé for dessert, and everything was absolutely perfect. The decor and ambiance made for a beautiful setting. That said, the service didn't quite match the level of the food or the experience. Our reservation was at 8:00 PM, and with the restaurant closing at 9:30, we felt noticeably rushed throughout the meal. To make matters worse, our server accidentally spilled ice cream on my wife's purse. While they did apologize and comped a tiramisu, the service felt a bit off for a place of this caliber. Next time, we'll plan to come earlier so we can fully enjoy the evening without feeling rushed--because the food and setting truly are worth it.

Unexpectedly came across this restaurant and couldn't be more pleased that we did. Classy ambiance, wonderfully attentive polite service. The food was exceptional. Authentic. So delicious. A bit costly but so worth it. Large free parking lot.

We had an incredible experience at Antonellos. When we first arrived we were greeted by two of the nicest people, very caring and kind and made us feel at home right away. My wife is pregnant and they sat us in the back where it was quiet which was very nice. Once seated both my wife and I were excited to get back up and walk around to take in the restaurant it was really stunning! The food was delicious we ordered the branzino, a veal dish, and the gnocchi dish. To start the bread was very good with a strong pesto butter. The branzino was good, not a full branzino fish but tasted very nice, probably wouldn't order again. The veal dish was good but did not have a wow facto, probably wouldn't order again. The pasta dish was incredible the gnocchis were fluffy and the sauce was killer. From what we ate we think this place is a pasta place, we are eagerly waiting the next time we can celebrate and go back. Will for sure order all pasta dishes!

The food was amazing. The service was rude, which was disappointing and surprising. My friend and I had loved this restaurant in the past. I don't know if we will return. When we arrived, the hostess could not find our reservation. Thankfully, I had saved my confirmation text. But when she couldn't find my reservation, she was very quick to turn her back on me and just ignore me. I had to practically wave the confirmation text in her face. And then her reply was oh that's from yelp. I don't look at that or something similar, but basically it was a disparaging comment that the reservation had come in through yelp. We were seated, I did think it was strange that the appetizer came at the same time as the entrées, but sometimes that happens We were surprised when we weren't offered dessert, but then we learned why. We asked for the dessert menu and as we were ordering dessert, the waiter asked if he could move us to another table because he needed to make room for a party of nine. He kept saying he would give us coffee and we kept saying we don't want coffee. Because we did not want coffee. At this point by the way, we had only been in the restaurant for an hour and a quarter. I checked because I thought maybe we'd overstayed the magical two hour limit but we had not. We did move to the other table, eventually they did agreed to give us dessert on the house But the whole thing was really disappointing in terms of how we were treated. And I'm not sure that the service blips made up for the food. Sadly, as we left, my friend said she felt like she was saying goodbye and what she meant was I'm saying goodbye to this restaurant because she doesn't know if she would like to return and I agree. I'm only giving them a three because the food was so good

amazing! came for a work dinner and the service was a 10/10. definitely recommend the appetizer called Focaccia Di Recco it tasted like a italian quesadilla, our groups favorite. if you tried as many appetizer as us, i'd recommended sharing the salad as the antonelle salad is very big and so was the caprese. favorite main dishes were the kobe b bryant's favorite pasta, baked sea bass, and pappardelle short ribs.

The staff here goes above and beyond in order for you to have the best experience possible! My sister graduated college (woohoo!) and we celebrated her accomplishments with a nice family dinner. We chose Antonello Ristorante and we are so happy we did! They set up the table in the outside area. Which was perfect so we had our own space! They brought a portable speaker out and gave us the option of playing our own music. The restaurant special ordered napkins to match my sisters school colors! I thought that was so awesome. Now getting into the food... everyone loved their meal! I ordered the Ravioli Di Magro. It was sooooo delicious. You can truly see how they source great and authentic ingredients and prepare the everything in house! I shared a tiramisu. It was one of the best I've ever had (it had the perfect ratios). I can't wait to go back and experience the true diner's experience. Would totally recommend for a special occasion or a nice dinner!

Booked a private party here awhile back and the service and cuisine was top notch across the board. Parking was ample and environs were warm and inviting. Staff was friendly and helpful, as well. We booked a private room that seated our party of 8 perfectly. The room was located up a flight of stairs at the entrance. We were able to play our own music and enjoyed a fantastic meal from start to finish. I really can't complain about anything I tried. The appetizers were terrific and the entrees were stellar. If you enjoy authentic rustic Italian cuisine, this place is for you. The meatballs were mouthwatering, the beef carpaccio was exquisite, and the pasta was fresh & delicious! The drinks were also fantastic! Overall, I had a wonderful time here. Whether it's a night out with friends or a quiet romantic dinner for two, you definitely won't be disappointed! Happy Eats!

Been a customer for over 40 years. Great food and excellent customer service. You feel like you are in Italy while you are here.

My husband and I were in the area to support a friend at a show so we decided to come early and make a date night out of it. We had a taste for Italian and trusted YELP reviews and ended up here. Service was excellent! From the host to the wait staff. Everyone was pleasant and made sure we were good the entire time, especially Miguel and Fernando. We had the focaccia which was huge and definitely more than enough for two people (we took it home), Italian margaritas, the mule the chicken parm and the pasta dish w the scallops. The portions are generous, the food is flavorful and fairly priced. I really enjoyed my time here and we will definitely be back!

Went here for Valentine's Day with my partner, and we both loved the place. Service was great, from entering and leaving the restaurant. Everyone was very friendly and very attentive. As for the food, I personally think it was alright and nothing really stand out from all the pasta I have eaten. My bf thinks otherwise though. Start off with Calamari: 7/10 it started off great. Crunchy on the outside and chewy inside. Flavor was great, and the sauce was so great and the calamari itself was quite fresh. Some point off because it was extremely oily from the middle part downward. Beef carpaccio: 9/10 very delicious, very fresh. The flavor was great. Slightly pricy for the amount you get though. Clam pasta: 7/10. Clams were very fresh, no smell and gave you a good amount on clams for the dish. The flavor for the pasta itself was lacking in my opinion. It was a bit salty and that's about it. Felt like they forgot other ingredient to it. Pasta texture was good but not the best. In my opinion, it was too al dente to the point that it might be slightly undercook. Dessert: 10/10 this is the highlight of the meal in my opinion. Give you a little show on how it was prepared, not too sweet and it was perfect. Overall I would give this place a 7/10. I would give it another try on a less busier night and hope that the flavor is a better.

Staff, ambience, everything 5 stars, the branzino that my husband ordered and the zucchini appetizer were AMAZING! I was disappointment with my osso buco, it wasn't tender and I expect a restaurant at this level to deliver a perfect dish at least soft and nice.

Enjoyed an amazing family dinner at Antonello's! Upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted with inviting energy, by the hostess Mary and manager Gaetano. We had the privilege of dining in one of the restaurants private rooms, which is appropriately sized for a medium to large family dinner. The room is decorated with Italian landscape on the walls and cabinetry, reminiscent of a wine cellar, along the rear wall. We began with a number of different appetizers, some of which came highly recommended by the manager Gaetano. Our waiter, Alfred, was very familiar with the menu and helped with answering any questions we had. For the main course, I opted for the pistachio crusted salmon. Let's just say I didn't need a to go box. Compliments to the chef, Sal! All in all it was an amazing dinner and I definitely plan to dine there again.

Date of visit: 07/20/2024 One of the best Italian I've ever had! We were 3 people at the time and every dish that we ordered was superb. Everything was flavorful and cooked to perfection. I mean, ALMOST everything... What I ordered: - lobster ravioli - calamari frittata - cacio pepe, customized with added porcinni & chicken: this was the only thing that I felt was A BIT subpar compared to the rest of our order. Chicken was bland and made us regret why we even ordered this and not something else. - Lemon Sole - chocolate soufflé (dessert) Warning: unless you want to pay 3% more for your meal, I suggest you bring enough cash to settle the bill. Still can't believe that a restaurant this caliber pass the merchant fee to its customers....

I went in for my Birthday last night and did not expect the type of service that we received from a nice restaurant. Since we had a large party they stuck us in the back we couldn't enjoy the ambiance and did not get the attentiveness of the staff. We repeatedly had to ask for things that we've already ordered. The food was a bit on the salty side but what made the experience bad was how we were treated. We ordered the Veal and had asked for medium rare. It came out well done. So we asked them to remake it and then they brought it back practically raw. When we spoke to the manager/host, he basically gave us the impression that we do not know anything about food and said that it could only be cooked well done. The staff was as a bit condescending when we returned the Veal without even taking a bite of the rare meat. When they took the plate they lifted the plate over my sister's head barely missing hitting her. Staff definitely need to be retrained. I've been to many restaurants, and cooking it medium rare can definitely be done. Lastly, when the bill came, we were charged 33% tax. I've never heard of a tax that high! Ridiculous! Never again coming to this establishment!

This place is so cute. You feel like you're stepping into an Italian villa when you want in. The decor was amazing. It's one of those places where you just want to enjoy yourself so I just focused on that and didn't actually photograph my food this time. But let me tell you, the food here is so authentic and delicious!!!!! I had the angel hair checca with shrimp. And it was so satiating. The service was amazing well. We never had to ask for refills or anything. They were on top of it.

Delicious food. Servers sweet and accommodating. Cozy feel. Went for a birthday dinner and would do it again.

Service and food are both always spectacular The staff are the nicest around They are always willing to help accommodate and make sure your evening is as lovely as can be This is one of the best italian spots in all of SoCal

I was craving olive oil and balsamic vinegar whilst my girlfriend craved pasta. I had looked all over for a truly authentic italian restaurant and was recommended Antonello by a friend from Italy. We were extremely pleased. The dimmed lighting, the classy cutlery, the kind waiters--everything just felt right and was very romantic. The calamari was seasoned beautifully batter and all. My braised short rib pappardelle was delectable and I see why it was labeled Kobe Bryant's favourite. My girlfriend's angel hair pasta was perfect; light, balanced, and delicious from the three bites I took haha... the tiramisu was very decadent and hit the spot. The olive oil and balsamic vinegar was good but their homemade garlic butter with herbs was amazing.

Everything was perfect and delicious! The tomatoes in the caprese were so fresh and juicy, the porcini risotto was the best risotto I've ever had- for once a risotto that wasn't too salty! Adding the truffles was worth every penny!! The gelato was accompanied by fresh berries and a very fitting ending to an absolutely beautiful meal! Service was impeccable

Amazing, we had a private room, food, drinks, ambiance was excellent. Friendly and great service 12/2024. I certainly do recommend Antonello Ristorante.

Always Great food and Great Service Niki was a delight! Very pleasant!! We recommend Antonello's to everyone!!

A refreshing old school Italian vibe in a modern world. The service is excellent and has a traditional, almost retro 5-star restaurant feel--in a good way. The staff never breaks character in terms of maintaining their professionalism; opening doors, pulling chairs, answering questions in a sophisticated manner, refilling wine glasses, etc. The food is excellent and the dessert blew us away. My husband and I have been twice now, one time just the two of us and a second time with a party of 16 for my MIL's 75th birthday. Both experiences, while different, were excellent. For the large party, we requested a private room, which they gave us without charge. Everyone left happy and said they can't wait to come back. When it was just my husband and I, it was a slow, intimate experience that was unique and really cool. I highly recommend.

Possibly the oldest Italian Restaurant in the OC, Antonello's has a wide menu of delicious dishes. Celebrating a 95th birthday, whose favorite is the Oso Buco, he was not disappointed. I was about to order the grilled sea bass, but had an off menu recommendation of seafood risotto by the birthday boy. I must rave about this dish, the risotto was rich & creamy with a half lobster tail, large shrimp, succulent scallops along with mussels & clams. My wife enjoyed her lobster ravioli in a deliciously rich cream sauce. We shared a fresh spinach starting salad which started us well. The meal couldn't have been any better tasting. Being Saturday evening, things were busy, but service was delayed a bit much for our liking. Cocktails sat empty just a bit too long. The chef's expertise was well represented and we will give them another opportunity as all servers and hostess were extremely friendly in this enclosed patio seating area of the clean and friendly large and well appointed dining rooms.

I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone. I had a reservation for 16 people and right as we walked in, we were greeted by the hostess. When being seated, we were introduced to a private room with warm lighting and beautiful bottles of wine. We had amazing service - the waiters were very attentive, welcoming, and gave awesome recommendations. The food was amazing, no complaints from anyone from the party. This was one of the best restaurant experiences that we all had and we would all come again, no hesitation.

Service - Excellent, tentative from everyone. Inside decoration is very tasteful. Food: - Appetizer: Calamari Fritti - Excellent - very crispy and well-seasoned. Notably light, each bite offers a clean, satisfying crunch. - Soup: Pasta Fagioli - Mediocre - broth is overly salted. - Zuppa Di Pesce - Excellent. Broth is rich and hearty with gentle kick from the chili peppers. Will definitely try it with pasta next time. - Osso Buco - Average - The meat is notably tender, showing careful attention to cooking time. However, it lacks the expected juiciness and depth, resulting in a somewhat dry, powdery finish that detracts from the overall enjoyment.

Simply everything was a 10/10! Had the lamb and pasta. The staff were super kind and helpful!

This place is a hidden gem that we never knew about. How did we live in Orange County all of our lives and as foodies have never been to this place? The still blows my mind. We went here on a weekday so this place was not packed, but we definitely know that there are people that come here as regulars. We were greeted by the host, and the service was very attentive. Every pasta dish we had tasted amazing. I can't pinpoint whether it's the pasta or the sauce that made it taste amazing everything together was just fantastic. I can't wait to come back to this place. Guess what place it is?

Amazing dinner and service here. Had a great dinner with a good friend and will definitely be back. For starters I got the warm spinach salad with bacon and was very pleased with its taste, texture and freshness. Highly recommend this salad if you like spinach and bacon. My friend got the Pasta Fagoli soup and she loved it. For main course I got an off menu item Chicken Pesto with Linguini. On point! Creamy, filling and delicious! She got the Angel Hair pasta with tomato and she loved it. She thought it was one of the best pastas ever. We also got the Brussel sprouts which I loved as well as the Tiramisu for dessert. Amazing. Seriously great food and service. Our server was very patient and professional. This place definitely has the more romantic vibe to it if that's what you're looking for.

I flew back into town to visit family and I grew up here my entire life and never came here until last night. Can I just start by saying I had hands down one of the best meals of my life on valentines weekend and the staff from the hostesses to bartenders everyone was so pleasant and always checking on us all night. Ok now let's talk about the food first I'm sorry I only have one picture to share I ate my main plate and was in utter bliss I forgot to take pictures. I always ask the waiters for their favorites and he gave us 3 to choose from so we girls all choose the Chilean sea bass over risotto and shrimp. Can I just say every bite was mouthwatering amazing. We had originally said no on dessert but started talking and changed our minds and had cappuccinos that were delicious btw and the cheesecake and tortino de chocolate. Both were so delicious. I can't say enough about the food I can't wait to come back. The bread is freshly made so are the pastas so now I have to make a trip again. Thank you chef the food was delizioso!!

The food is incredibly great with unique flavors. The only thing better than the food is the service. The ambience is inviting, elegant and warm.

Everything here was so delicious. We got a lot of different appetizers and meals to share/try. My favorite appetizer was the calamari. My favorite meal was the linguine and clams. I also really liked the lamb chops. Best Italian food I've ever had!

Food was good, but I didn't feel comfortable with the extra credit card fee. I've never seen a restaurant at this price of level charge a credit card fee. I think the person who made this desition has an issue.

We absolutely love Antonello's. We have been coming there regularly for the past 5 years. They always treat you like family. The food is authentic Italian and the drinks are delicious. Highly recommend!