Five Hidden Gem Italian Restaurants in “The Valley”

1. Antonio’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant —  Antonio’s Pizzeria and its iconic sign have been a beacon of old-fashioned Italian dining on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks since 1957.  Families of at least two generations are regulars in the colorful, old-school dining room with red and white check tablecloths. , new items like Gluten-free pasta are part of keeping up with the times. So are Antonio’s co-owner/proprietors, the sister-brother team of Alex and Steven Lunardon.  

Location — 13619 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

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2. Domingo’s Italian Deli – Domingo’s Italian Deli has been San Fernando Valley’s mainstay for all Italian dishes since it opened in 1948. This restaurant retains its substantial old-world, friendly feel.  In addition to some of the finest Italian dishes made from scratch, Domingo’s is the place to shop for the finest imported Italian products with specialties arriving for all the holidays.

Location – 17548 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316

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3.  Prosecco Trattoria — Located in Toluca Lake and near Disney Studio Facilities for decades, this restaurant serves the classics as practical prices. The decor is stately and elegant with dramatic, golden tone murals. Customers rave about its feeling of being the utmost professional in service and feeling like family at the same time. Elegant and yet cosy, it is the perfect place for a mid-week meal or a special occasion dinner.

Location — 10144 Riverside Drive Toluca Lake, CA 91602

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4. Noi Due Trattoria — Italian hospitality Noi Due Trattoria, the owner Antonio is well known among his customers for being hospitable. The menu features traditional south of Italy recipes, including a variety of excellent thin-crust pizzas.

Location — 29020 Agoura Rd Agoura Hills, CA 91301

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5. Grandi Italiani — 

Saving a best for last, Grandi Italiani is a hidden gem. The simple, authentic dishes and winsome personality of Aron Celnik alone are worth a visit. Grandi Italiani is the spin off of sorts of Andre’s at the Mart across the street from the Original Farmer’s Market. And it, too, was a sort of spin off to he original, formal and enormously popular Andre’s Italian Restaurant in Beverly Hills. . The more casual version was conceived as a simple idea: provide wholesome and gratifying Italian food in a relaxed casual atmosphere at prices every family could afford. The continuous lines proved it a success, never serving less than 800 happy customers on week-ends alone until it closed due to the shopping center remodel in 2021. //localfoodeater.com/andres-first-white-tablecloth-italian-to-go-casual-50-years-ago/

Location — 21730 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA 91303

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