Vespaio

4.5

2507 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

Get wined and dined downtown at Chef Agostino Sciandri’s newest restaurant, located in the Emerson.

We are DTLA's premier power lunch or per theater date spot! Join us for a truly authentic italian dining experience, the likes of which will delivery your senses strait back to Tuscany.

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Fish, Steak
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(213) 221-7244
Website
http://www.vespaiodtla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Agostino Sciandri
Private party facilities
We are thrilled to offer full service event planning at our restaurant for you and up to 400 of your guests. Please get in touch today to plan your unforgettable event.
Private party contact
Elena Cali: (213) 221-7244

Location
225 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
On Grand, between 2nd and 3rd Street.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 2,507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Downtown
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Vespaio delights with "excellent Italian cuisine" and a "great wine list," making it a favorite pre-theater spot. Guests praise its "friendly, warm, and attentive" staff and "delicious" menu. Though some note pricey items, the "beautiful patio" and "consistent service" ensure a memorable dining experience.

2,507 Reviews

E
Ellis
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vespaio is consistently good. Food choices, quality and preparation are top notch. Staff is always fabulous.
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jean
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great variety of food choices that make it congenial for mixed appetites. Also seating is spacious enough not to be overcrowded by other diners.
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Edward
Palm Springs
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server was patient and informative. The food was yummy.
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Maria
Los Angeles
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I think our waiter was overwhelmed and we did not get menus or approached for about 10 minutes, but only when we asked. The table next to us that was sat right after us, and who were served by a different waiter, were served their salad and drinks when we finally got our menus. It was frustrating because we had tickets for a show. I wish the waiter could have just talked to us and apologized. We would have understood. But when we asked a question, he would walk away. I didn’t get the wine I ordered, we waited forever for our food, and we left later than we planned to get to the play Food was excellent! Atmosphere is great! I’ve been to Vespaio before and it’s always been very good. Just not a great experience this time 🙁
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Deborah
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great location for downtown dining when attending CTG, the Broad, Disney Hall, etc. we all enjoyed our meals. Good pasta, eggplant appetizer, pizza. Nice bar for happy hour too.
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Michelle
Los Angeles
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went there before the theater. It was definitely a pleasant experience. Just not a WOW, like Otium was.
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Marjorie
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Come here before LA Phil, Zipper Hall or LA Phil concerts and order the specials, as they are always really special! This evening we had pasta with freshly shaved truffles and Parmesan cheese, a beautiful calamari salad, and sea bass on a bed of quinoa and mushrooms, all accompanied by Pinot Noir and followed by a Grand Marnier soufflé. Everything was delicious, the service was excellent, and I'm really looking forward to my next pre-theatre dinner--thank you so much!
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Avi
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming here for a VERY long time The food is superb. We love their Bronzino. Risotto with filet mignon is awesome. Great service. Perfect for Music Center.
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Tony
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic find near the Music Center venues. The food was great - including the gluten-free pasta options. Service was excellent and kept us on time for our performance.
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Katherine
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food here is always excellent. Interesting specials every time. The service was quite fast on a busy evening after the LA Opera matinee. We saw the star tenor walk in for dinner! It can be noisy. There is a "quiet room" off the back-end of the bar. Ask for it!
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FAQs

Vespaio does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Vespaio also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 221-7244.

Vespaio is rated 4.5 stars by 2507 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

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

225 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Additional information

Cross street
On Grand, between 2nd and 3rd Street.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Fish, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Agostino Sciandri
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.vespaiodtla.com/
Phone number
(213) 221-7244
Private party facilities
We are thrilled to offer full service event planning at our restaurant for you and up to 400 of your guests. Please get in touch today to plan your unforgettable event.
Private party contact
Elena Cali: (213) 221-7244

Vespaio

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Popular dishes

Porchetta

PACCHERI BOLOGNESE

Lentil Soup

Menu

What 2,507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Vespaio offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Vespaio restaurant rated?

Is Vespaio currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information