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Antonello Ristorante, Santa Ana, CA

Antonello Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1722 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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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
    (714) 751-7153
  • Website
    http://www.antonellosrg.com/
  • 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

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Menu

Antonello Ristorante's menu was last updated 2022-02-03.

Appetizers

  • Fritto Misto

    Caribbean Shrimp, Calamari, Baby Zucchini, Fried Leeks

    • Peppered Mussels Or Clams

      Mediterranean Mussels or Manila Clams, White Wine, Parsley, Cracked Black Pepper

      • Shrimp Lemon Butter

        Large Shrimp, Lemon, European Butter

        • Prosciutto & Melon

          Imported Prosciutto San Daniele, Marinated Olives, Cilingine Mozzarella

          • Imported Italian Cured Meats

            Prosciutto San Daniele, Bresaola, Artisan Salami, Parmigiano Reggianp, Served on Wooden Cutting Board

            • Bruschetta

              Homemade Ciabatta Bread, Fresh Chopped Roma Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano, Sweet Basil

              Carpaccio - Crudo - Sashimi

              • Swordfish

                Thinly Sliced Swordfish, Fresh Lemon, Baby Mache, Red Peppercorn, Sicilian Olive Oil

                • Smoked Salmon

                  Thinly Sliced Smoked Salmon, Fresh Lemon, Organic Olive Oil, Baby Mixed Lettuce, Capers

                  • Octopus

                    Thinly Sliced Octopus Slowly Cooked 1.5 Hrs, Lemon, Olive Oil, Baby Arugula

                    • Beef

                      Thinly Sliced Beef, Fresh Lemon, Baby Arugula, Capers, Parmigiano Reggiano, Ligurian Olive Oil

                      • Smoked Wild Boar

                        Thinly Sliced Smoked Wild Boar, Chunks Of Parmigiano Reggiano, Truffle Oil, Sweet Basil

                        • Tuna

                          Thinly Sliced Sashimi Grade Ahi Tuna, Fresh Lemon, Baby Kale, Ligurian Olive Oil

                          • Mushroom

                            Thinly Sliced Champignon Mushrooms, Parmigiano, Sicilian Olive Oil, Baby Arugula, Fresh Lemon

                            Soup & Salad

                            • Minestrone

                              Assorted Garden Vegetables, Cannellini Beans, Tubetti Pasta, Organic Olive Oil

                              • Assorted Bean Soup

                                Assorted Beans Soup, Tubetti Pasta, Organic Olive Oil

                                • Mixed Salad

                                  Baby Kale, Bibb Lettuce, Shaved Fennel, Champignon Mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano, Imported Red Apple Cider Vinegar, Sicilian Olive Oil

                                  • Cesare

                                    Romaine Hearts, Anchovy Dressing, Focaccia Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                    • Caprese

                                      Fiori Di Gioia Mozzarella, Cluster Tomatoes, Basil Arugula, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, Organic Olive Oil

                                      • Antonello Salad

                                        Bibb Lettuce, Truffelbert Farms Hazelnuts, Gorgonzola, Hardboiled Egg, Apple, Pancetta, Ligurian Olive Oil, Imported Red Wine Vinegar

                                        • Arugula & Artichoke

                                          Arugula, Baby Artichokes, Sicilian Olive Oil, White Balsamic Vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                          • Beets & Burrata

                                            Roasted Beets, Tomatoes, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, Buratta Cheese

                                            • Hot Spinach

                                              Baby Spinach, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Imported Red Wine Vinegar, Sweet Onions, Mustard, Flambéed Tableside

                                              Pasta

                                              • Spinach Ricotta Ravioli

                                                Homemade Ravioli Filled With Ricotta, Spinach, San Marzano tomatoes

                                                • Lobster Ravioli

                                                  Homemade Lobster Filled Ravioli, Maine Lobster Claws, Saffron Cream, Arugula

                                                  • Pappardelle Braised Short Ribs

                                                    Homemade Long Wide Pasta, Slowly Cooked Shredded Beef Short Ribs, Red Wine, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                    • Tagliolini With Roasted Veal & Porcini

                                                      Homemade Long Thin Pasta, Roasted Veal, Porcini Mushrooms, White Wine, Fresh Rosemary

                                                      • Spaghetti Chittarra Carbonara

                                                        Homemade Square Cut Spaghetti Pasta, Pancetta, Sweet Onions, Egg Yolk, Parmigiano Reggiano, Panna

                                                        • Orecchiette Sausage & Swiss Chard

                                                          Pugliese Sausage, Swiss Chard, Pecorino Romano

                                                          • Spaghetti Pescatora

                                                            Argentina Shrimps, Scallops, Seppia, Black Mussels, Manila Clam, Light Tomato Sauce

                                                            • Linguine Clams

                                                              Organic Olive Oil, Garlic, White Wine, Manilla Clams

                                                              • Capellini With Shrimp & Scallops

                                                                Large Shrimp, Scallops, Mushroom, Calabrian Peperoncino Oil, San Marzano Tomato

                                                                • Risotto

                                                                  Chef's daily risotto. Market Price

                                                                  "Signature Pasta of Piemonte, Italy (Antonio's Hometown)"

                                                                  • Mamma Pina

                                                                    Homemade Miniature Beef Ravioli, Bolognese, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                    • Gnocchi

                                                                      Homemade Ricotta dumpling, Fontina Val d' Aosta, San Marzano Tomatoes

                                                                      • Rotelle

                                                                        Baked Thin Sheets Of Pasta Rolled, Parma Cotta, Mozzarella, Vodka Cream, Sauce, Béchamel

                                                                        Main Course

                                                                        • Fisherman's stew

                                                                          Lobster, Argentina Shrimp, Scallops, Assorted Fish, Seppia Mussels, Clams, Tomato broth, Crostino

                                                                          • Baked Sea Bass

                                                                            Baked Filet Of Mediterranean Sea Bass, Brushed With Fresh Aromatic Herbs, Served With Fresh Lemon

                                                                            • Salmon & Lentils

                                                                              Scottish Salmon, Roasted Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Green Lentils, Organic Olive Oil

                                                                              • Veal & Prosciutto

                                                                                Veal Scaloppini, Prosciutto San Danielle, Sage, European Butter

                                                                                • Free Range Chicken

                                                                                  Half boneless Free Range Chicken, Fresh Herbs, Aged Balsamic Vinegar

                                                                                  • Filet Barolo & Truffles

                                                                                    8oz Prime Filet, Barolo Wine Reduction, Sliced Black Truffle

                                                                                    • Cowboy Steak

                                                                                      20oz Prime Bone in Rib Eye, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs

                                                                                      • Osso Buco

                                                                                        Braised Veal Shank, Minced Vegetables, White Wine, Saffron Rice

                                                                                        • Lamb Chops

                                                                                          Australian Lamb Chops, Ligurian Olive Oil, Shallots, Grappa, Green Peppercorn

                                                                                          Side Dishes

                                                                                          • Spinach

                                                                                            Spinach, Garlic

                                                                                            • Asparagus

                                                                                              Asparagus, Parmigiano, European Butter

                                                                                              • Sausage & Peppers

                                                                                                Pugliese Sausage, Peperonata

                                                                                                • Eggplant Parmigiana

                                                                                                  Layers Of Eggplant, San Marzano Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                                                  Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                                  What 1,722 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

                                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                  • Orange County

                                                                                                    Romantic

                                                                                                  • Orange County

                                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                                  • North Orange County

                                                                                                    Romantic

                                                                                                  • North Orange County

                                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Antonello Ristorante delivers "exceptional service and food," making it a top choice for "special occasions." The atmosphere is "beautiful," and the Italian cuisine is "amazing," with standout dishes like the lobster ravioli and Mama Pina ravioli. While some find the prices high, the overall experience is consistently praised.

                                                                                                  1,722 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Erica

                                                                                                    Los Angeles3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 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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                                                                                                  2. Matthew

                                                                                                    Seattle12 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    great food and service, very enjoyable dinner!!!!!

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                                                                                                  3. Eric VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County84 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Been a fan for 30 years. Still never disappoints

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                                                                                                  4. Shelly VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County26 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Absolutely Amazing!👏👏👏👏 Incredible Service ~ Calamari , Thee Best. Branzino ( Prepared) Table Side A Must. From the moment of “ Greeting and Seating” Everyone , Impeccable. Thank You for a Perfect Evening. Ciao ~ jsa

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                                                                                                  5. Marco

                                                                                                    Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Always good to go. Food always good!!. Thanks guys

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                                                                                                  6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                    San Diego1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Loved this restaurant! Food was amazing, service exceptional.

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                                                                                                  7. Mike

                                                                                                    Los Angeles11 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 16 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Another great dining experience with the best Italian restaurant in Orange County. Very crowded as usual for a Saturday night. Food & service was outstanding.

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                                                                                                  8. Elieser

                                                                                                    Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great ambiance and even greater service. Food was delicious. The bread, appetizer, main course and dessert. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone who enjoys pasta and wine.

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                                                                                                  9. Jason VIP

                                                                                                    Orange County7 reviews

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                    Huge leak got us wet during the meal. No manager came by to check on us or anything. Food was okay. Going downhill.

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                                                                                                  10. Tina VIP

                                                                                                    San Diego4 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Very good food. A great special occasion choice. The “library” is chilly, take a jacket.

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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 4.7 stars by 1722 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                                  Booked 16 times today

                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                  Google Map for Antonello Ristorante

                                                                                                  3800 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    Sunflower Avenue & South Plaza Drive
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    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
                                                                                                    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    http://www.antonellosrg.com/
                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (714) 751-7153
                                                                                                  • 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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