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Caffé Delfini, Santa Monica, CA

Caffé Delfini

4.8
4.8
561 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Childhood friends Alessandro Ercoli, Gianpietro Silardi, and Lino Savoia opened this typical Italian restaurant back in 1990. Continuing the adventure now with Alessandro are Riccardo Menichetti from Tuscany, a long-time friend with a strong passion for food and cooking, and Teri Ercoli (Alex's wife). Caffe’ Delfini has become synonymous with romance. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that transports you to the cobblestone streets of Rome, and soft music fills the air, adding to the intimate ambiance that permeates the restaurant. The menu is a culinary journey through Italy with dishes that are prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. Caffe’ Delfini isn't just a place to eat, but a destination for lovers to come and create lasting memories. In fact, it’s not just the food that makes this restaurant so romantic. The attentive and friendly staff go above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels special and cared for.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 459-8823
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rigo and Cristo
  • Catering
    We do have catering options depending on size and type of food that is requested. We need at least 2 days in advance to organize large catering (typically more than 20 people)
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private room can accommodate a single long table for 25 guests for a private party and up to 32 by choosing a different table format
  • Area
    Santa Monica
  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Highway
  • Parking details
    Valet and Street Parking Available
  • Public transit
    Santa Monica Metro
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 561 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Westside

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Caffé Delfini is a delightful Italian gem in Los Angeles, offering "outstanding food and ambiance." Guests rave about "exceptional service" and the "sublime croissant bread pudding." This intimate spot is perfect for special occasions, with fresh, delicious dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. Despite premium pricing, it's a neighborhood favorite.

561 Reviews
  1. Amy

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Haven’t been in years. Charming wood floored, inn-like dining room. Friendly service and excellent risotto del mare(?) (fresh shell fish), others enjoyed the veal scallopini, walnut crusted trout. Very nice barolo by the glass.

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  2. C G

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delightful evening! Everyone in our party of four enjoyed every aspect of our dinner; the ambiance, service and food were wonderful and memorable. So glad this restaurant is within a short walking distance of my home. Looking forward to future visits.

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  3. Jan

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only hesitation is that more folks will discover this neighborhood gem and it will become harder to get in. We find it consistently delightful. Friendly folks, good service and excellent food.

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  4. Paul

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect as usual!! I’ve been going there for nearly 30 years and it’s always great!!

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  5. Jim

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    97 reviews

    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience, food, service all outstanding! This restaurant never fails to satisfy and then some. Very recommendable.

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  6. Carol

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Caffe Delfini. Have gone here for years and years. They let me order something I loved on an old menu. So nice…

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  7. Doreen

    VIP

    San Diego

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Neighborhood treasure! Delicious Italian dishes in warm, cozy atmosphere. Love this gem.

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  8. Lori

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was great. From the ambiance, staff, owner and food, you couldn't ask for a better experience. We'll definitely be back!

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  9. Marcy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing as usual. We took a friend out to celebrate her birthday. She hadn’t been there in years . She love it and so did we . Thank you, Marcy and Dale

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  10. Jolie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! Food, service, ambience - all amazing!

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FAQs

Caffé Delfini does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Caffé Delfini also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 459-8823.

Caffé Delfini is rated 4.8 stars by 561 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 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Caffé Delfini

147 W Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pacific Coast Highway
  • Area
    Santa Monica
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet and Street Parking Available
  • Public transit
    Santa Monica Metro
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rigo and Cristo
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (310) 459-8823
  • Catering
    We do have catering options depending on size and type of food that is requested. We need at least 2 days in advance to organize large catering (typically more than 20 people)
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private room can accommodate a single long table for 25 guests for a private party and up to 32 by choosing a different table format
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