Vitello's Restaurant

Vitello’s is an absolute 10/10. My friends and I were looking for a place none of us had ever been to and we came upon Vitello’s. So happy that we did because our experience from beginning to end was a blast! Our server Lorenzo was fun! He didn’t just take our order, he was very engaging, had great recommendations and kept us laughing. The food was impeccable! We all ordered a separate dish so we could try each other’s food. Everything that came to the table was delicious. We had the Carbonara the lasagna and the mushroom pasta. I honestly couldn’t decide which one was the best. After finishing our entrees and wine we headed upstairs to the piano lounge. There we had coffee and dessert. Again everything was exquisite. The tiramisu and the cannoli were so good! I wish I’d gotten our waitresses name from upstairs but sadly I did not. She was also lots of fun. I can’t wait to return to Vitello’s. I highly recommend this place to everyone

Private tour of the Rendition Room topped this already extraordinary dining experience like the cherry in a well-crafted old fashioned. This time-tested establishment holds true with staple classic Italian dishes, as well as giving you more contemporary offerings. The staff was attentive and eager to please! Loved our evening and can't wait for a return visit!

Very unassuming restaurant from the outside. It's actually located in a strip mall. Inside the restaurant the atmosphere is lovely and the food and live entertainment is great. We listened to some jazz music. I wouldn't say they were fantastic, but they were good. They performed with a James Bond girl who was famous in the 70s from Die Another Day. She looked great and had a decent voice and was clearly in her 70s still rocking it. She did perform the theme song from the movie.

This was my 1st time here. My husband and I went to The Velvet Martini. Everything was great. The ambiance was wonderful. The Jazz Singer and player are beautiful, just beautiful. We will definitely be returning to try the main restaurant and the Rendition room.

Loved it! My entree was delicious! Belky, the manager, was incredible, as were other staff. From the host, to the man who brought our waters, to the bartender. You can tell they work hard to make a guest feel special. A rarity these days. Much appreciated. The ambiance is great! And love all their fun event offerings. Will go back.

Vitello’s is an amazing restaurant with wonderful stuff with full of energy and delicious food. This place takes you back in time. I have a feeling all it takes is one time to go here and it will hook you to be a regular in this restaurant. I never said that to any other place.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If I could give 10 stars, I would. Vitello’s in Studio City is a true gem. The food is absolutely fantastic—every bite full of flavor, beautifully presented, and consistently satisfying no matter how many times I come back. Which I’ve have been doing now for over 30 years. But what really makes this place special is the people. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted like family. Vannel at the host stand is pure class—welcoming, attentive, and sets the tone with genuine hospitality. Jorge is all over the floor, always smiling, always moving, and somehow always right there with the perfect refill or friendly check-in. The man even makes a glass of ice water feel like a luxury. And then there’s Aubrey—a true standout and the heart of the experience. She’s not just a great waitress; she’s the kind of person who makes you feel truly seen. Her energy is warm, her attitude is always positive, and her service is effortless in the best way. She somehow knows what you need before you do, and she delivers it with grace and a smile that instantly makes you feel at home. When I returned over a month later, she remembered me and my exact order. That floored me. Not because it’s expected—but because it speaks to the level of care she brings to her work. She treats guests like real people, not just another table. It’s rare. It’s special. And it’s why I’ll keep coming back. What keeps me coming back to Vitello’s isn’t just the amazing food or great atmosphere—it’s the people who make every visit memorable. Consistently excellent, effortlessly kind, and just good humans all around. Highly recommend!!!

My wife and I came to celebrate our dear friend’s wedding anniversary. We received a warm welcome upon arrival and were seated quickly. The service food and food quality were outstanding. Meatballs, Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna were delicious! Then I got to try karaoke 🎤 for the first time and loved it! The woman running it was very kind and a talented signer! I’d give this restaurant 6 stars if I could.

Est. 1964- A staple of Studio City, Vitello's started out as an Italian Sub Shop, by Sal Vitello. In 1977, two Sicilian brothers took over, added a full Italian menu and kept the name. In 2001, Robert Blake brought international notoriety to Vitello's, (if you don't know the story, look it up) and the rest is history. We started off with the Meatballs and Garlic Bread. The sauce was excellent - tasty dish. Next up was the Carbonara with Poached Egg , Shallots and Pancetta. One of the best Carbonara dishes I've ever had. It was light , perfectly seasoned and filled with flavor from the egg yolk and Pancetta. An excellent dish. Also delicious is the Peppercorn Crusted Halibut with Saffron Risotto and Asparagus. The fish was tender and flaky, and the Risotto was cooked perfectly. What a great meal (We also enjoyed watching "Gone with the Wind" on the bar TV). The service was very good, but Vitello's adds a 3.5% "Quality of Life/Kitchen Appreciation" fee to each bill. I asked my server to remove the fee and they said that the charge was 'ridiculous' and they never add it to their checks - thank goodness! Best Carbonara in town - We will be back for more.

TLDR: Speakeasy bartender tricked us into stepping out and then locked us out. Welp that ruined our night. We had a nice, if not a bit overpriced, meal and drink at the bar. Were about to leave when I saw signs for the speakeasy. I asked the hostess if we could see. She kindly took us back and we thought it looked neat and might want to stay for a drink. The bartender inside said he could seat us. As soon as my boyfriend stepped in, the bartender quickly said "wait let me show you something outside". We followed, excited and curious at the little speakeasy nuance he was going to show us. Once out he said "we have a dress code, no shorts" and slammed the door in our faces. Neither of us would've minded not being served due to dress code but the way he tricked us to leaving and then locked us out was...bizarre. The whole way home we were in shock and hurt.

10 years ago I did a review of this place. As a studio city ex resident I originally came here at the heyday of this restaurant's day when they had a lobby decorated with hundreds of signed face shots of celebrities. The restaurant proper dining area was cozy and had wall art that made you think you were eating outside an Italian landscape. Some food items were named after movie stars that maybe helped influence the dish or maybe even used to order the dish. It was like a blast from the past to eat here. Then 10 years ago I went to the restaurant and it was utterly disappointing. I have 1 star. The whole place was gutted and made to look modern. Perhaps my 1 star was from comparing it to the amazing memory of what it used to be and seeing its complete destruction. Fast forward to now. Made a reservation and upon arriving no one was outside to greet us. A worker was outside but was not the host or hostess and wasn't sure where we needed to be so he walked us in and we walked all the way into the restaurant before someone saw us and sat us down. Already a bad start. Food took a bit to get to us but was pretty good. Not amazing but not bad. Appetizers were good. And the waiter/waitress were attentive (we had two people helping us). I now give this place 3 stars. Also they showed the hidden room behind book shelves. Amazing beautiful place. Evidently they have dinners in the room with a performance on some nights. I'm willing to give it a try one day.

I will definitely be back here. The calamari was soooo good and so was the ravioli! I love a good indoor/outdoor setting. We sat outside and it was really cute but I loved the decor inside. Love the black paint and brick walls. We saw they have live music nights and I believe comedian nights so we'd definitely like to come back for one of those nights. All of the waiters were very nice and attentive. Especially George I believe his name was. Really great. And the dessert was delicious too.

Visited for lunch; friendly service, with a pleasant outdoor and indoor space. Unfortunately The food was average; my Caesar chicken salad for $25 was just ok , while the sandwich was slightly better,they charge an additional kitchen appreciation percentage.

I would give Vitello's Restaurant a solid 3.25 stars. My experiences here have been a bit hit or miss. On occasions, the restaurant seems not too welcoming to walk-ins due to their reservation system, which can be a bit of a letdown. However, during a recent visit for a friend's birthday party, I was pleasantly surprised. I decided to venture out of my comfort zone and ordered their Cioppino. The dish was hearty, filled generously with a variety of seafood, leaving me pleasantly satisfied. It was a delightful surprise, and it certainly enhanced the dining experience on this occasion. The ambiance of the restaurant is quite charming, but it's the inconsistency in the food and service that holds back a higher rating. Some improvements in these areas could elevate the overall dining experience at Vitello's.

Let me tell you about Vitello's - it was the BEST time ever! I brought my friend all the way from Italy, and she gave it the Italian stamp of approval! We stuffed ourselves with lasagna, pizza, and that family-style serving just like "back home" she said. Italian food is my favorite and this place totally delivered! The staff? Super friendly. And the vibe? Always welcoming. Trust me, go here with your best friend or family and make some unforgettable memories!

There are too many things wrong to list; here are just a few. First, because I have Celiac disease and a wheat allergy, I have to eat gluten-free. They have gluten-free choices, but my favorite is the arbiatta sauce with Gluten-free penne pasta. The menu does not have arbiatta sauce, but you can request it. However, they no longer have the GF Penne, so the choices are spaghetti and fusilli. So my husband and I ordered the spaghetti, and they cut the spaghetti in thirds. Who cuts spaghetti in thirds? I guess to make it stretch, and it was still just a handful. Then, they used to have a flourless chocolate lava cake, which was decadent and divine. Now, they have a GF flourless, tasteless chocolate cake with some "chocolate sauce." AWFUL! Lastly, the decor has changed so much since we started going close to 20 years ago. Then, it was closer to fine dining, and now, it looks like a Black Bear diner. Just add sawdust and peanut shells on the floor. Whoever Vitellio's consultant is, they should be fired or give the money back for such terrible advice! Last night is the last time we will be going to Vitello's. Just skip Vitello's, and go to Granville, especially if you want Gluten free penne, and they have better flourless chocolate cake. Granville is not Italian, but it is better than Vitello's.

BRUNCH: Excellent brunch, good price.. and when you get the studio brunch you get the brunch drinks for $10 each. Tots were great. Chilaquiles were more like a torta but pretty tasty, perfectly cooked eggs, think i woulda liked a lil salsa to go with it but i still ate it all. Bloody Mary was solid but there other cocktails are totally worth the go too.

We originally drove out to try the Rendition Room out but found out that it was reservation only, and was already booked up. I like Italian, so didn't mind that we had to eat in Vitello's instead. The service and ambiance were nice and chill. Although the food was cooked well, it was rather bland in taste. We started with the meatballs and the sauce didn't have any punch or strong flavor to it. I had the carbonara and the sauce was very thin, and I could barely taste the pancetta. The desserts were decent. We ordered three different ones and sampled each one of them. The least favorite was the flourless chocolate cake, with the banana cake being the victor. It was expensive for the level of food we got.

I haven't been here since Covid and we had to sit outside:(. However, last night I finally made my way into the newly renovated restaurant to celebrate one of my dearest friends birthdays!!! Wow!!!! I loved the updated modern look. Very sleek, clean & roomy!!! Good ambiance, background music was not noticeable, acoustics were good! Our server Josue was spot on. Very professional and friendly. He was very attentive and helpful with suggestions on the menu. The birthday girl ordered a skinny margarita on the rocks with salt, Caesar salad, chicken parmigiana, and the fried calamari/shrimp. I ordered a regular margarita on the rocks, artisan bread for table, garlic bread, house salad and eggplant parmigiana with spaghetti 3/5 stars. (3 medium size slices of eggplant lightly breaded topped with mozzarella, marinara sauce. Tasty and light but I make a mean one at home and my red sauce kicks ass!!!! Just sayin... The others in our party ordered:Chicken Piccata, steak with asparagus, chicken parm vegan style. Everything came out at the same time and was well received:) Ourbirthday girl was presented with a cannoli with 1 candle. The shell was as hard as a rock but the filling was yummy. *The updated bar area is cool to hang for the night scene. *Perfect for dates, birthday celebrations, hanging with friends etc. *Parking lot next to restaurant/Valet service at night. *Street parking available as well *Live music upstairs on second floor-check website for event calendar

This was a hard review to write as the staff was nice and the management even came to the table to check on us. However the prices are exhorbitant for the portions and more importantly the food was very lackluster. Of the 6 of us , no one thought the food was special or great in any way. In fact some felt it was bland and disappointing. The chicken parmigiana was small and dry. The Garlic bread had no garlic flavor and tasted pre made. The pasta was salty and bland. I think the pizza looked good. I would have spoken with management but my party felt It wasn't worth it . I love the neighborhood and wish it was more affordable and better quality. Disappointed and won't be back. $350 for 4 adults and two kids - it should have tasted a hell of a lot better.

Time for a follow-up review. Vitello's never disappoints. The Pineapple Picante may well begin your dinner experience quite nicely. It's a delightful cocktail made with jalapeno-infused tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, agave and triple-sec. If your preference is for a different cocktail or a glass of wine, their selection is bountiful and you have many choices. I have tried probably half of all the appetizers, entrees and desserts and never had something I did not enjoy. They have a new appetizer... shrimp Sambuca with a most wonderful sauce of Sambuca, dry vermouth, butter and herbs. Vitello's also does a nice Caesar salad, a caprese and lightly battered and fried calamari and shrimp with marinara and tartar sauce. All the pastas are equally good and I have had most of them. There are several ravioli options offered with a choice of sauces (my favorite is the pesto.) Lasagna is also above average but my favorite is the eggplant served with spaghetti. This is the best eggplant I have ever had. And I return to this dish every half-a-dozen visits. The filet mignon is always juicy and tender as is the pork chop. The various shrimp dishes are equally tasty. And if you want a familiar Italian chicken dish, their chicken parmesan is always a dependable choice. Most nights of the week they offer a couple of daily specials, maybe a soup, pasta or steak dish. IF you have saved room for dessert, they have a house-made tiramisu, a banana cake and a special cheesecake. But my favorite is the cannoli. The ambiance in the main room is very inviting and the outside tables also offer pleasant seating. All the servers are top-notch and very attentive during your meal. The managers also "work the room" and will often come by and ask if you are enjoying your meal. If you are new to the Valley Village area and may not be aware of Vitello's, do give it a try. And if Vitello's is a regular dining spot, you will probably agree with my review. But don't plan a visit Monday as they are closed one night a week.

I had the linguini and clams with a side of brocollini and it was boooomb. So delish. Service was lovely as well. It took awhile to get our food but we had a party of 15. I want to come back for a nice dinner with some wine and check out the speakeasy in the back - I hear it's pretty swanky!

Vibe was off! Bartender did not care about my request. I sat at the bar with my husband and we both requested an old fashioned not sweet! He said there's one on happy hour but it's pre-made. We've never had one pre made before but we were willing to try it since it was on the happy hour menu. We then ordered a regular old fashioned and requested it to not be sweet! Why did he make it taste like sugar and water?. He did that on purpose so we could leave ASAP!

Tonight my wife and I went to Vitello's for the first time. Although I lived in Studio City 25 years ago, I had never eaten here. By chance we were passing through town and stopped in for dinner. Our meals were cooked to perfection, literally! My chop and my wife's steak were flawless! Also our wonderful waitress Caroline took such great care of us! Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back!

Always amazing service, everyone is so nice! Food is consistently good as well. A go to neighborhood restaurant, great for all occasions. Would recommend for birthdays or a nice date night. The rendition room is also an amazing experience with delicious cocktails! Highly recommend.

I'm a fan! Came here for brunch this past Saturday and we all had a great experience. It was my first time dining at Vitello's, though I had been to The Rendition Room once before. The menu has a lot of excellent options to choose from, and the prices are very reasonable. In terms of decor and ambience, both are on point. Service was quick and friendly. To eat, I ordered a bowl of minestrone ($9) and the French Toast ($12). I thought the minestrone was top notch. As far as the French Toast goes, I was pleasantly surprised by the generous amount of fresh berries that were served on top of it. Also, the real maple syrup was delicious. The French Toast itself tasted a little burnt, but it was still good. I will likely order this dish again next time.

Food was just ok. Service was so slow. We think there was only one server. Great ambiance.

Overall, it was nice. Meet up with some friends for dinner. Was seated inside, still quiet as it was sort of early. Basically the only group inside when we arrived. Our waitress was sweet. Food wise, it was good. A selections of pasta dishes that we all tasted from each other. Wine list was great as well. Started off with the mussels which was ok but the toasted bread was so hard. Even soaking it in the broth, it took a while to soften. Garlic bread was good though. Beside that, each of our pasta dishes was great. The chicken parmigiana, lasagna, three cheese ravioli and the fettuccine all was good. Overall, we enjoyed our meal.

A great place nestled indoors as well as outdoors (along the sidewalk although under a covering and plywood walls). Great food! Exceptional service! Great drinks! I was seated outdoors, with my back to the street. The only separation from myself and vehicle traffic and my side of the table was a plywood wall. Had there been a car accident and one where the vehicle would have to go over the curb. We would have been taken out, seriously! This is my only reasoning for 4-stars. Great place, but play it safe and sit indoors!

Have not been to vitellos for over 25 years , the only thing that has changed is the decor Good food , excellent service and great atmosphere is still awesome

I never ate at this restaurant... I cannot honestly rate this restaurant... Not sure why Yelp associated me with this restaurant... I gave it 5 stars not to diminish its prestige due to Yelp error.

Great place! Food excellent as was ambiance and service. Went with my group of 10 and we were given a cool private room by the front door. Our lead server was great and had lots of help to keep drinks and food flowing. Not sure where the bad reviews are coming from but we disagree and will be back.

The help was wonderful. We haven't been there since I moved to Monrovia over 10 years. I must say I was kind of thrown off by the loss of atmosphere on the main floor. The outside was very nice & people looked very happy. When passing the table on our way to the hostess I peeked into what was in the dishes being delivered to the tables. We had some confusion ( on my part I'm sure) about making a reservation for the speaker easy not the main floor "Vitello's. However, the hostess quickly made the change and away through the wall we went ( the hidden entrance to the speak easy section. The light is very minimal, with candles & small lamps ( in front of the fireplace). There were four of us and we loved it. Something wonderfully different & we laughed and drank some signature cocktails, and ordered some dishes from Vitello's. Delicious! Fun! Unique with great employees. Go! Take some adults with you & have a great time!

I Am From The Old Vitellos.. The Entertainment Was Outstanding At That Time ‼.. Still Great Food .. But Definitely Want To Experience The Shows Of Today .. Brings Back Great Memories

And first of all, let me say, our experience was mixed in with their speakeasy in the back, called the rendition room, so our taste of soured to both... At first, our waiter, Lorenzo, was really nice, but I definitely wouldn't say he's the best waiter. He kept forgetting things, never refilled water glasses, or brought extra cheese, or things of that nature that we requested. Also, his suggested "fire" food choices for entrées were not good. We were there for two friends, birthdays, and I told them that in my reservation, and they didn't mention anything about it. Also, for what we got, the drinks were not good, and the food and drinks were way over priced. My main frustration was that I told him no less than five times about our reservation at the speakeasy, and he promised to walk us back there every single time I mentioned it, except for the last two times, where he just ignored me completely. It's not that he didn't hear me, it's that he responded by saying some thing that was completely unrelated to me asking when we could go back to the speakeasy. Long story short, this place is sloppy... The food takes too long. The drinks are not good. The receptionist is not kind. The manager at least covered our first round of drinks for the speakeasy, but after waiting for well over 30 minutes in front of The bar, it was the least they could do. They need a better way to organize people waiting to get into the speakeasy... And to be honest, they need a better chef.

Great service and quaint neighborhood surrounding it with cure shops up and down the street. There's stores to buy clothes that are not too pricey and a variety of eclectic shops with interesting themes to check out before and after dinner. There's coffee places and candy stores and ice cream there's gift stores etc and If you don't mind that Robert Blake who was the actor in Columbo - sh ot his wife there after dining then go give it a try. Waiters and staff are epic. Food is good. There's some venue upstairs with entertainment I've not checked out but there is a constant flow of 40 - 50 year olds with young families and urbanites enjoying the night. It fills up in the evenings. Very popular.

We had a blast and the food was delicious!! Great location! They have. A great $25 brunch special with $10 cocktails!

Super-traditional Italian food is difficult to come by in the City of Angels. Most Italian eateries are either fusion or are effectively compelled to glam up their menu to fit into the glitz and glamour of the city. But you know what is stereotypically Italian? Crime: the Mob, territorial disputes, drunken debacles and of course, "Rome and Juliet". THAT is something you will find at Vitellelo's, an Italian restaurant in Studio City. Actor Robert Blake ("Baretta") was dining at Vitello's (one of his favorites) and proceeded to walk to his parked car with wife Bonnie Bakley after their meal. Blake stepped back into Vitello's as his handgun he carried seemingly slipped out during dinner; leaving his wife at the car. When Blake returned to the car; he found his wife dead from a single gunshot (he was not a suspect). The suspense! The drama! Whodunnit?! As tragic as this event is; it makes Vitello's truly Italian. Vitello's is a Studio City staple in 'Tujunga Village' on Tujunga adjacent to the Moorpark intersection. Everyone knows this area (home to the famous Aroma Café); and if you don't then you live under a glacier-sized rock. Vitello's has undergone a transformation maturing from a neighborhood Italian restaurant in esthetics to a gorgeous space complete with exposed beams, bricks and dark matte colors. High ceilings round out the eye-popping design plus there is outdoor seating available. Long story short: Vitello's is gorgeous and most certainly Hollywood trendy but in a cozy, charming neighborhood. My dining partner and I patron the Tujunga Holiday Street Fair every December and decided to grab dinner in the middle of the hub-bub. Vitello's was booked with reservations indoors until 9pm (we arrived shortly after 5pm) but we were lucky to score an outdoor table that was free until its 6:45 reservation (heating lamps are available). Even with the craziness of the hopping interior and the Holiday Fair mere steps away; Vitello's managed to have a romantic and intimate energy. Vitello's menu boasts antipasto offerings, plant-based plates, pizzas and entrees; plus rotating seasonal choices. The menu isn't super extensive and even more disappointing is that Vitello's is NOT gluten-free friendly. I'm Celiac (not just gluten intolerant but legit Celiac) and my only options were a few pizzas which $6/extra for GF crust (are you INSANE?!), a couple seafood entrées or steak and some antipasto salads. First of all, $6 is ludicrous... other restaurants don't charge that much and we shouldn't be punished for having an autoimmune disorder, anyway! Second, I'd like some more choices than this! I didn't want pizza so I was stuck with salads, seafood or steak but those dishes were too expensive. My sadness aside, I ended up going with the Insalada di Mateo (butter and romaine lettuces, red onion, gorgonzola, prosciutto, Italian dressing - $16) while my dining partner decided on the Lamb Ragu Gnocchi (lamb ragu, mint-balsamic glaze, potato gnocchi - $29) while he also ordered the Crispy Artisan Bread (served with truffle herb ricotta w/ hot honey - $8). Our food arrived rather quickly and was plated gorgeously. Although I couldn't consume the rustic bread (you must slice it yourself); my dining partner said it was warm and soft internally with a crispy exterior. I did taste the ricotta spread and it was quite interesting reminiscent of ricotta filling from lasagna with a hint of sweetness via the honey. It is certainly a creative alternative to butter. He also devoured his Lamb Ragu Gnocchi. I can vouch for the ragu which I sampled: it was very bright and fresh with the right amount of lamb. My Insalada di Mateo, however, was a complete dud. Although it was a large portion of lettuce; there wasn't enough gorgonzola, red onion or prosciutto which was simply one piece sliced into strips on top. It was also severely underdressed and thus super boring, bland and mostly lettuce. I can see this being a side salad to one of the entrees in order to bring a refresher to the taste buds but on its own; it is blah. And again, as a Celiac, I didn't have many options. It must be noted that our waitress (curly red-haired female, forget her name) was absolutely great. Friendly, professional, efficient... all the adjectives of ideal wait staff. Listen, Vitello's is not a 'bad' choice for Italian in the Valley. It scores with a beautiful restaurant on a charming street, wonderful staff and a murder story. However, it is a bit too overpriced for what it is and is not very welcoming for those with Celiac (I understand that Italian food isn't in general but other LA Italian eateries have more options and don't charge $6/extra for GF pizza crust). Vitello's is simply not mind-blowing or anything to go out of your way for; but perhaps a mediocre choice if in the East Valley and not Celiac!

Beautiful Italian restaurant. Traditional pizza, pasta, and meat menu that is served in a cozy, quaint atmosphere! Dinner on a Wednesday night at 7.30 without reservations. Told that there would be a 15 minute wait to sit indoors. Outdoors was 52 degrees so we preferred to wait. 10 minutes later they seated us at a corner table Someone came by and dropped water (no ice) at our table and the server came by a few minutes later to ask if we wanted to order drinks. Me and my partner order a glass of Chianti each. The drinks were back to us in 5 minutes. The Chianti was house Chianti ($12/glass) and tasted just as it should. It paired well with my partner's vegetarian dish as well as my clam linguine. After receiving our drinks we placed orders for food. I got the clam linguine and my partner got the autumn vegetarian pasta. The clam linguine was served in a deep bowl and garlic sauce, thin pasta noodles, and clams covering the top of the bowl. They didn't have any clams mixed in with the pasta so I might have felt it was light on meat, but tbh not that hungry so I could barely finish what they had provided. The linguine was garlicky, noodles cooked through, and the wine paired well with my dish. Partner had something vegetarian with pasta, roma tomatoes (sliced), and some more veggies on it. I didn't hear any complaints from them as they had finished their bowl by the time dinner was over. We got one last glass of Chianti and split it between us after our entrees were cleared. They offered delicious sounding dessert but both of us were bursting at the seams so we turned down dessert which is a sin at an Italian restaurant on date night.... While there was a 3% added service charge, it didn't take away from the experience, both of us tipped well and we left full, in a romantic mood, and satisfied with the overall experience

CAN'T BELIEVE IT ONLY HAS 3.5 STARS. This place is amazing. One of my fav restaurants. Amazing food, amazing service EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. People rating it low are totally trippin.

Ambiance was nice and was poppin' on a Friday night! I had the artisan bread w truffle ricotta/hot honey and the mushroom pasta. Service was excellent and I really enjoyed my meal :) had a nice glass of Malbec on the side that paired wonderfully. Tiramisu is very fluffy and light. I'll be coming back here!

Food = 5 stars Service = 5 stars Ambiance = 4 stars Surcharge on the bill = 0 stars So the average there is 3.5 stars. But, I have to take into account the ruined mood that the surcharge put my group in for the next hour after we left, knocking it down a little more. I loved everything up to the point where we got the bill, and that one moment went a long way toward ruining the experience. It's a shame. Because of this, I can only recommend Vitello's if you are okay with this practice going in. And, perhaps you are. There is never a valid excuse for a charge like this. Instead, add $1.00 (or whatever amount is necessary) to the cost of every menu item and pass the monies onto the back of house staff. At least I would see the exact cost of my ordered items upfront and not feel stung and disappointed at the end of my visit. That would have made for a 5 star experience, and an easy recommendation. I thought a lot about this review before I wrote it. It pains me when an otherwise excellent experience turns sour because of business choices that are 100% avoidable. Treat the customers with respect, rather than as fools. The business accounting side could learn a lot from the servers here. If you do decide to go, you will undoubtedly enjoy the food and the service. It really is quite good, and yes I did feel like a fool at the end.

We have been going on and off to Vitello's for 20 some years.It was more like a neighborhood restaurant, Italian specialized, classic, with prices a tad higher than others similar. So we came here only to dine with friends. Once it became infamous due to Robert Blake, we came a bit less, it was more like an attraction because of it. The menu changed over the years, updated. So did the place, became more upscale. And more expensive. I usually get their lasagna which is decent, but nothing amazing and my husband goes with their chicken parmesan, enjoyable but their food isn't outstanding. Their prices re higher and higher, too high for the type of food they serve in my opinion. Lately they created a nice outdoor area after Covid on the sidewalk and in their parking lot which is nice. Parking - street metered or park further and walk. Can't say Vitello's entices me after all these years. Didn't warm up to it.

Classy casual spot, delicious Italian fare, great drinks, friendly attentive service, great neighborhood

This was my first time coming to Vitello's, after several recommendations. The ambiance here is pretty cool, as they have indoor and outdoor seating as well as a jazz club upstairs. This place is more of a traditional Italian restaurant, with many signature dishes and some fan favorites. By far, my favorite thing we got here was the pink sauce ravioli! Trust me, this is a must get when you come here and you'll be wanting more. The Pizzette is on an extremely thin crust, and doesn't come out piping hot so I definitely recommend getting that as an appetizer. Depending on the size of your party, you may need a couple of these. The service staff was probably the best thing, as our server Chloe and the others kept checking in and took care of our party. A big plus is that they honor their yelp promotions, as many places don't. Make sure to call in advanced!

One of the best restaurant we have in area absolutely love the food and friendly staffs will come back again food very delicious fiv

The food is okay. My friend and I wanted to try Vitello's because it looked very nice and classy. I saw a dish someone was eating as I passed by and thought it was worth a shot. We ordered the fries, Caesar salad, brussel sprouts, clam linguine, and carbonara. Our three sides came out pretty fast. They were okay. I think the Caeser salad was the best thing out of what we ordered. The fries were average and the brussel sprouts were also basic, but they had a nice caramelization to them. The carbonara i had ordered was honestly not that great. I've had carbonara in many other places and I have to say this one was very disappointing. I should've known better when I saw it said it would come with a poached egg. However, I was not expecting for it to taste purely of fried onion and egg. Carbonara does not use/need fried onion. It was completely overwhelming and undersold any taste of parmesan and pancetta that you could get from it. I didn't even finish it. Definitely not worth the 22 bucks. My friend has the Linguine and Clams. It was pretty good. Very spicy, but my friend likes spicy food a lot more so she definitely enjoyed it. Maybe I just didnt get a good dish, but if they mess up on something as simple as a Carbonara, I dont want to imagine their other dishes.

Beautiful restaurant! Everything we ordered came out hot and fresh. Service was prefect and everyone was so kind. Very tasty dishes and appetizers. They and patio and outside/inside dining (wall slides open) pretty cool! Big plus! I love a clean bathroom!

Absolute hidden gem. If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Great food, great atmosphere, great drinks, and incredible staff. Lorenzo was fantastic, very personable. And the hostesses (the two I've spoke to) have been so kind and gracious. This is our new fave local spot and will be returning indefinitely!

We ordered the Carbonara, Citrus Shrimp Linguine, Val's flatbread and tiramisu with vanilla ice cream. All of our dishes were great. The place has great ambiance and plenty of indoor and outdoor space. Our server was friendly and prompt.

This place is great so I'll be short, the food is great, service is amazing, restaurant is family friendly, drinks are good. Valet parking available.

the menu has stayed the same but the chef has changed the great recipes. so sad. we will not be back. service slow and I didn't appreciate the addition of a "kitchen support cost". this is not right and should not be accepted. we have loved Vitellos for many years. this will not be a "go to restaurant"ever again!

Loved my experience here! Would definitely eat here again. Service & food were fabulous!

This was our first time here and the food, ambiance and service was impeccable! Bellekey our server was charming, knowledgeable and welcoming. I highly recommend to anyone reading this to come here and you won't be disappointed!

My carbonara looked and tasted exactly like a ramen. With a poached egg and a lot of broth (or pasta water?) with burned pieces of pancetta at the bottom of the plate. No sauce at all, hence no flavor, not proper texture, nothing Italian. My partner's vegan cacio e pepe was drowning in oil. Also no sauce. It was disgusting.

Very nice experience. Great food and friendly waitress who didn't hover, but silently refilled water glasses when empty and took away plates when we were finished without intruding on our conversation. Loved it and will be back!

TERRIBLE! This was a pretty terrible experience! I ordered a small minestrone soup because it was a cold/rainy day; what I got was a sad version of a canned soup. It clearly consisted of 3 kinds of small vegetables (square carrots, peas, corn) that came in a can and a little bit of broth added. It was the worst I have ever had anywhere! They also charged me $8 for the smallest piece of 'artesian' bread which was a regular baguette that was tasteless, old and just toasted to mask the fact that it was terrible. Prices were ridiculous for the quality of the food. What on earth is 3.5% ' Kitchen appreciation fee'? That was added automatically BEFORE the tip, which was 'suggested' as 20%, 22%, 25%. The tipping culture is really getting out of hand! Service was fine - nothing to note. Ambiance was average - it was empty, so no comment on that. No wonder the place was empty at 12 noon! I rarely write any reviews but this was pretty awful and I will not be going back.

Having dinner in the Velvet Martini Lounge and listening to a wonderful singer. The food was so good and our server, Courtney, was a delight. About to indulge in an after dinner drink so we can indulge in more of the entertainment.