Best Italian Restaurants in Boyle Heights

Affordable and tasty food, and great ambiance. We loved the drinks. The service was quick and our servers were attentive. We came for a birthday and they made it really special (the whole restaurant sang, it was cute :)

We ordered the Prosciutto Di Parma with Fried Sage Dough & Stracciatella and the Mandilli de Seta and both were AMAZING!

The food here is absolutely outstanding. it’s no wonder this place has thrived for nearly a decade and keeps people coming back. With excellent dishes, reasonable prices, and a perfectly cozy ambiance, it delivers a true dining experience. This is hands down my new favorite spot for a warm, intimate dinner with my husband. Last night, we tried just about everything and couldn’t find a single thing to complain about. If you’re looking for exceptional Italian cuisine with a modern twist, this is the place to be.

Hostess and wait staff were exceptional! Loved the ambiance the live music added. I just wish some of the things we were excited to order were still available the night we visited.

I've seen lots of negative comments about pre-theater meals at Vespaio. I can't speak to these. The four of us went early (5 p.m.) after a matinee at the Ahmanson, partially in order to avoid rush hour traffic. Our meal was outstanding! We had pork belly, a pasta, pizza, and rockfish (special for the night). All were very, very good. The rosemary potatoes were probably the best potatoes I've EVER had (potatoes may seem like a trivial part of a meal, but they're an indicator). Service was prompt, friendly, and helpful. My guess is that if you pick the time you go so the restaurant isn't too crowded and if you're not too rushed, you'll have as good a meal as you'll find almost anywhere in the L.A. area.