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Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA
Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA
Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA
Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA
Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA

Antonello Ristorante

4.8 (1728)
$50 and over
Italian
3800 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
10:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Romantic
  • Good for business meals
At Antonello Ristorante, we transport you to not just another place, but to another time. As you walk into Antonello's Main Dining Room, a typical scene from the streets of Bistango, Italy comes alive.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sal Ferrara
  • Private party facilities
    Antonello offers many options to meet your event needs. Our kitchen staff can accommodate cocktail events, intimate dining parties, business dinner and luncheons. We have several private rooms that can accommodate parties from 2 to 95 guests. Each event is personalized to meet your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Banquet Coordinator: (714) 751-7153
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ana
  • Cross street
    Sunflower Avenue & South Plaza Drive
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet & Self parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 1,728 people are saying

Antonello Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Romantic

  • Orange County

    Italian

  • North Orange County

    Romantic

  • North Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Antonello Ristorante delights with "exceptional service" and "high-quality food." Signature dishes like homemade pappardelle pasta with Wagyu short ribs and tableside-prepared Branzino are standout favorites. The inviting ambiance, attentive staff, and memorable dessert offerings make it an ideal choice for special occasions and a reliable favorite for regulars.
1,728 Reviews
  1. Shahryar

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best service and food ever,we had a great night. Thank you

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  2. Lee VIP

    Orange County71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There's a compelling reason Antonello has served fine Italian food for decades and has so many regulars. Tops marks for cuisine, service and hospitality. Everything is made from scratch---starting with the complimentary breads and delicious dip. We began with stuffed squash blossoms, lightly crispy in a delicate tomato sauce--perfection. Excellent spinach salad and porcini risotto. The homemade pappardelle pasta with braised Wagyu short ribs is a signature dish and was a favorite of the late Kobe Bryant and is exceptional. Desserts were as tasty as beautiful. We saw chef Sal and owner Antonio greeting guests at the tables. If you're looking for an impressive, memorable experience, Antonello checks all the boxes.

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  3. Shawn

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service is exceptional! It’s good every time we go there.

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  4. Phil

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great all around. Mary his a fantastic hostess and always strives to please.

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  5. Sugar VIP

    Los Angeles30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is magical! Server Lalo is one of the best waiters I’ve ever had, Chef Sal really has his flavor profiles down! Everything was delicious. We got this risotto that came in a cheese mold, prosciutto Mellon, steamed clams, chicken parm, and the flambé! Everything was excellent! Beautiful cozy upscale dining room and everyone from the hostesses Maria to the busboys are very attentive and make you really feel special. This is a must try restaurant!

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  6. Debra VIP

    Los Angeles17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Antonello always exceeds expectations. From the second we walked in, we were greeted warmly and seated promptly. Our servers were efficient and polite and checked on us frequently to make sure we were having a wonderful experience. The dinner enters were superb and plated artistically. Overall, a delightful experience!

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  7. Shab VIP

    Orange County20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service with quality delicious food, in a nice surrounding

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  8. ScottD VIP

    Orange County12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When it comes to a restaurant choice for my family, Antonella’s is our top choice. Not only is the menu choices so flavorful, but the atmosphere and service is very comforting. It is always a treat for my family.

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  9. ReneeH VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I came here for a friend’s birthday. The ambiance was amazing. It was quiet even though there were people at the tables next to us. The only issue was that it took a while for the server to take our order after getting our water and bread, no idea why.

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  10. Erica

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect evening date night excellent food and ambiance

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FAQs

Antonello Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 751-7153.

Antonello Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 1728 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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3800 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sunflower Avenue & South Plaza Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ana
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet & Self parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sal Ferrara
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Antonello offers many options to meet your event needs. Our kitchen staff can accommodate cocktail events, intimate dining parties, business dinner and luncheons. We have several private rooms that can accommodate parties from 2 to 95 guests. Each event is personalized to meet your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Banquet Coordinator: (714) 751-7153
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