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Piccolino Ristorante, Mission Viejo, CA

Piccolino Ristorante

4.9
4.9
2070 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
A Sicilian by way of Chicago, from a family of Sicilian chefs and restaurateurs. He made a name for himself, serving Orange County for 30 years. Piccolino serves some of the best Italian inspirations in Orange County. Piccolino retains its Sicilian philosophy and passion for food by combining traditional old-world flavors and contemporary infusions. When Salvatore Faso opened Piccolino Ristorante in 2007, his goal was simple: to combine his lifelong experiences in the finest Italian restaurants with the finest ingredients, authenticity, preparation, and his passion for the Canyon and its surrounding communities. Piccolino Ristorante serves regional Italian cuisine, including artisan-made pasta, fresh wild-caught fish, and the finest meats and poultry on the market daily. Vintage décor, white tablecloths, and candlelit tables provide a romantic dining experience.

"Chi mangia bene, Vive bene!"

"La buona cucina rende allegria!"

Buon Appetito & Mille Grazie, ci si vede presto!



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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 380-7261
  • Website
    http://www.piccolinomv.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sotelo
  • Catering
    Italian Catering &amp; Special Event Menu<br /> •48-hour notice appreciated.<br /> •We offer full service Italian catering for corporate meetings, birthday parties, bridal showers, weddings, and much more.<br /> •We feature traditional Italian cuisine at a reasonable price, using the best ingredients available. Integrity is our reputation.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our three private dining areas offer an elegant upscale atmosphere for family, friends or co-workers to shower everyone with happiness. We understand your expecting a special day, leave it to us, sit back and let our 3 generations of experience make your thoughts and dreams come true.

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Experiences

  • Vino & Veranda

    US$44.71 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Vino & Veranda Join Us 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month From 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm Starting June 2024 Vino & Veranda offers a unique opportunity to taste eight different wines from various regions of the world combined with a sample plate prepared by Executive Chef Paul Sotelo. From 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm Reservations & Advanced payment is required no refunds $35 per person plus tax & grautity The wines will be available for purchase by the case only!
    Vino & Veranda photo

Offers

  • 33% off Sunday & Thursday Wine Bottle Under $60

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:45 - 14:30, 15:00 - 20:30,Wed - Thu - 11:45 - 14:30, 15:30 - 21:00
    Enjoy 33% off any wine bottle under $60. Offer valid Sunday & Thursday !Excludes Holidays and Special Occasions!

    33% off Sunday & Thursday Wine Bottle Under $60 photo

  • 33% off Wine Monday & Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 15:45 - 20:45,Wed - Thu - 11:45 - 14:30, 15:30 - 21:00
    Enjoy 33% off all wines by the glass- Monday & Wednesday all Day ! Excludes Holidays and Special Occasions!

    33% off Wine Monday & Wednesday photo

  • Tito's Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 15:45 - 20:45
    Enjoy Tito's Vodka @ $11 or a Tito's Martini at $13 all Day Tuesday!Excludes Holidays and Special Occasions!

    Tito's Tuesday photo

Menu

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What 2,070 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Orange County

    Italian

  • South Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccolino Ristorante offers a delightful dining experience with "impeccable service, food, and hospitality." This Italian gem is perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. Guests rave about the "excellent Italian food" and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. With attentive staff and a varied menu, it's a must-try destination.

2,070 Reviews

  1. Ferris

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Great pizzas. Like Italia

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I were celebrating our birthdays. Everyone was nice. The food as always was amazing!! Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  3. Judi

    VIP

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always and we love Caterina!!! Busy evening but everything was perfect as usual. ♥️♥️

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  4. Melissa

    VIP

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great birthday dinner. They had the table set up with confetti before we arrived. The food was delicious! Everyone enjoyed their meal. Was super busy but the staff was well organized and efficient.

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  5. Judi

    VIP

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family birthday get together and had a wonderful time. Excellent food , service by Polo and great ambience. Terry the manager is always the best. Our favorite restaurant!!

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  6. Ron

    VIP

    Orange County

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable atmosphere excellent food and service. Great selections of drinks and food.

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  7. Robert

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server did a good job of helping us make selections and offering numerous specials. As we were two couples, we did split salads and they came plated separately, which was very much appreciated. My wife’s dish, risotto and lobster, had excellent risotto, but the lobster appeared to be overcooked and was on the hard side. Our server adjusted the bill to reflect that the lobster didn’t meet standards. Piccolinos’s has always been an excellent restaurant with great ambience and attentive servers. 

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  8. Brandon

    VIP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recall saying during our meal “I wish I could give this place 6 stars”. Tonight was our anniversary, and our 2nd time coming. Upon arrival, the hostess greeted us with excitement saying she had just finished setting up our table. On our table were thoughtful decorations in celebration of our anniversary. Shortly after speaking with the waiter, we were brought complementary champagne - again in celebration of our anniversary. These were not items we paid extra for, they were thoughtful considerations from the staff serving us. As for the food, it was phenomenal as always. The bread at the table couldn’t come fast enough, as the sauce that comes with it makes the price of dinner worth it by itself. Overall, a wonderful experience and truly one of my favorite restaurants in all of Orange County.

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  9. Beth

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had such a wonderful time, our server was fabulous. Took pictures for us and put up with a one year-old perfectly. Food was delicious as always we come here at least twice a year for family get togethers since we are all spread out.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an amazing restaurant with fantastic food and service. The staff is friendly and the owner Sal is so accommodating. Definitely our number one pick for business dinners.

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FAQs

Piccolino Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 380-7261.

Piccolino Ristorante is rated 4.9 stars by 2070 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 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Piccolino Ristorante

28719 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    241 Toll Road
  • Area
    Irvine
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:45 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty, private lot parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sotelo
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.piccolinomv.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 380-7261
  • Catering
    Italian Catering &amp; Special Event Menu<br /> •48-hour notice appreciated.<br /> •We offer full service Italian catering for corporate meetings, birthday parties, bridal showers, weddings, and much more.<br /> •We feature traditional Italian cuisine at a reasonable price, using the best ingredients available. Integrity is our reputation.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our three private dining areas offer an elegant upscale atmosphere for family, friends or co-workers to shower everyone with happiness. We understand your expecting a special day, leave it to us, sit back and let our 3 generations of experience make your thoughts and dreams come true.

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