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Top 10 Italian Restaurants in Los Angeles Area


Some people call it "spaghetti sauce," others call it "gravy," but when we enjoy well-made Italian food, we don't hesitate to mop up the extra sauce with some bread rather than let it go to waste. You can't always tell which restaurants are making fresh pasta, or their own tiramisu, by looking at the red tablecloths and white napkins. Whether you're craving a simple plate of spaghetti and meatballs, or an osso buco that melts in your mouth, here are our choices for the Top 10 Italian Restaurants in Los Angeles, presented in alphabetical order. Mangia!

 


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Bestia Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Bestia, Los Angeles, CA 2121 E. 7th Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90021
213-514-5724
Some of L.A.’s most interesting Italian dishes are found at this hip, industrial-chic restaurant at the edge of downtown. More...



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Check out GAYOT's lists for the best cheap eats in your areaSplurging at top-rated restaurants is fun for special events, but where can you go for a good quality meal that won't break the bank? Gather the change out of your piggy bank and sofa cushions and take it to one of our selections for the best cheap eats in your area.