Panzanella Ristorante

4.6

2033 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

We can accommodate Private Luncheons in our Private Dining Rooms. Please call with your inquiries. Panzanella Ristorante features delicious Italian and Sicilian cuisine of the Drago family in modern, yet elegant setting. At Panzanella, they bring you an extensive choice of fine wines to compliment your palate. The warm, professional and knowledgeable staff invites you to return often for superb dinner experiences.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 11:00pm, Sunday 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Phone number
(818) 784-4400
Website
http://www.giacominodrago.com/panzanella.htm
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Giacomino & Tanino Drago
Catering
Panzanella offers offsite catering. Please inquire by calling the restaurant.
Private party facilities
Panzella offers private lunch parties with set menus. Please inquire by calling the restaurant.

Location
14928 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Neighborhood
Sherman Oaks
Cross street
Ventura Blvd and Kester Avenue
Parking details
Valet parking is $8.00
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 2,033 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Panzanella Ristorante captures the heart of authentic Italian dining in Los Angeles. Despite recent changes, it remains beloved for its "stunning" service and "amazing" food. The recent remodel adds to its charm, offering a cozy ambiance. While some diners note higher prices, the experience and quality are consistently praised.

2,033 Reviews

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Irwin
Los Angeles
68 reviews
vip
2.0
68 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We've eaten at this restaurant since it opened many years ago. Last night the dining room seemed understaffed resulting in long waits for service. The normally great Burrata was smaller than it has been and just ok. My risotto nero was so overly peppered that I assume someone seasoned it more than once. I had to return it and the replacement was as good as it always has been in the past. I'll chalk it up to one bad night since the restaurant has been great in the past.
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Valerie
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Panzanella, the food is excellent and the service is great. We come at least once a week, it’s delicious food and the atmosphere is so pleasant. The outdoor seating and the orange Vespa on display make you feel like you just escape to Italy.
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Clifford
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful meal. Must have the mushroom soup and the blackberry tart! Great service. We had our wedding there 5 1/2 yrs ago Exceptional planning and execution .
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Shelley
Los Angeles
142 reviews
vip
4.0
142 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Nothing the restaurant could have done about two very loud couples in the corner. We had to shout to hear each other over their conversation which was loud enough for us two tables away to hear every word. The main room tends to be noisy. I'd asked for the quieter room but it was booked for a private event. It was a distraction from our lovely meal.
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MikeC
Los Angeles
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I thought it was good. I would definitely go back. That’s it. Mmm hmm!!! That’s it. The dinner was yum!
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Jen
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love Panzanella. It is so good and we never have a bad meal or bad service! Always fabulous!
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Anthony
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always a delicious mean. Pastas are top notch in the valley. Cocktails done right. Service is friendly and attentive
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Max
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We were sandwiched in so close to other tables on both sides that we mine as well have been sitting at the same table with everyone in our section. Service was very slow, martini was warm by the time it came, overpriced wine was nothing special, and so we skipped dessert after waiting way too long to even order it. Very uncomfortable ambience as a result of the seating and so we won’t be returning.
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Harriet
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, service and ambience. We dined outside in the charming courtyard.
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Lea
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was on point . Food came out nicely paced and hot ! The pizza was thin crust well baked and the salad was lightly seasoned with dressing . My linguini con vongole was so good and so was the spaghetti my vegetarian friend ordered . I highly recommend the place . Just be aware the prices are on the higher side . I would not be able to afford it regularly but would definitely go for a special occasion.
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FAQs

Panzanella Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 784-4400.

Panzanella Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 2033 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

14928 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Additional information

Cross street
Ventura Blvd and Kester Avenue
Neighborhood
Sherman Oaks
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 11:00pm, Sunday 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking is $8.00
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Giacomino & Tanino Drago
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.giacominodrago.com/panzanella.htm
Phone number
(818) 784-4400
Catering
Panzanella offers offsite catering. Please inquire by calling the restaurant.
Private party facilities
Panzella offers private lunch parties with set menus. Please inquire by calling the restaurant.

Panzanella Ristorante

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Biscotti

Capellini Checca

Mixed Mushroom Soup

Menu

What 2,033 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Panzanella Ristorante offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

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