We travelled to LA from Australia as a family group and had a special birthday to celebrate. The staff went out of their way to help us and were happy to organise a birthday cake. The food, service and atmosphere were all excellent and made it a truely memorable event.

Food was melt in your mouth good. Casual, relaxed atmosphere. Best Linguine Alla Vongole my husband ever had, and moderately priced. Jordi was our server and he was very friendly and conversational without being overbearing. Would definitely go back if we return to Santa Monica!

husband and i ate here on a sunday night. restaurant was busy but we sat at the small (maybe 6 stools?) bar that overlooked the kitchen. there is also a bar area. the GM and bar tender were both really friendly but not overbearing - they customized a pasta dish for me. the food was amazing. would love to go... More

Very nice restaurant in Santa Monica. Very friendly, very good service, and the food is excellent. Hardly any wait no matter how busy they are. We have had pizza, spaghetti and meatballs. Every time we go to Santa Monica we make a point to eat there at least a couple of times.while we are there. Take the time to check... More

This is a very popular restaurant on the edge of Santa Monica near Venice. I attended on a Tuesday night and there was a wait so I sat at the bar for dining. As with most busy bars you don't get the best service because the bartender is too busy making drinks. I had the lobster farfalle dish which was... More

Went here on recommendation of a business acquaintance. I do not live in the area but needed to meet out of town business associates for dinner. Overall, a very nice meal. Salad was the highlight, crisp, fresh, generously portioned mixed greens, dressed well without drowning. My main course pasta (linguine alla puttanesca) was good, admittedly a pedestrian standard-fare dish that... More

Great selections, fresh and perfectly prepared. The staff is very friendly and professional, atmosphere is upscale and very comfortable. I went two nights in a row, because it was so good, both nights they were very busy, but the meals arrived promptly. The bread is fresh and served with fresh garlic and oil, excellent wine selection, wonderful desserts...we all enjoyed... More

We travelled to Santa Monica twice in the last 6 months and made sure we dined at La Vecchia again this time after a great experience in the fall. Make a reservation as the restaurant is very busy. The food and service are both terrific.

we made reservations for a Friday night and when we arrived, the restaurant appeared quite full with enthusiastic diners. The food was reasonably priced and very ample, so much so that all of us got boxes with the leftovers. The wine selection was excellent and reasonably priced. Two in our party ordered pasta dishes, which were good but not great.... More