IL NIDO

4.7

135 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for fine wines

Meet Chef Sandro Oliverio of Il Nido "The Nest", hailing from the picturesque region of Calabria, Italy, and the creative genius behind our menu. Indulge in his exquisite signature homemade pasta dishes that have been handed down from his family through generations like, Homemade Tagliatelle with Black Truffle Sauce and Homemade Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe. We're conveniently located just 2 blocks west of the Sherman Oaks Galleria on Ventura Blvd. Our restaurant's atmosphere is a delightful blend of warmth, artistry, and romance, with a candlelit ambiance that sets the perfect stage for a memorable dining experience. Join us and savor the flavors of Italy in a setting crafted with love and passion by Chef Sandro.

*.FREE VALIDATED PARKING AT 15456 VENTURA BLVD LOT MON-FRI 4:30PM ONWARD. STREET PARKING AVAILABLE ALL OTHER TIMES

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(818) 290-3156
Website
http://ilnidola.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Sandro Oliverio
Catering
We offer a custom catering menu for large parties
Private party facilities
Private event space available for up to 60 guests

Location
15466 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Area
Sherman Oaks
Cross Street
AT 15456 VENTURA BLVD, IN PARKING STRUCTURE JUST LEFT OF RESTAURANT
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Popular dishes

Arancini di RisoUS$12.00
Sicilian rice balls with peas, bolognese, mozzarella cheese
Carpaccio di ManzoUS$18.00
Shaved filet of beef, arugula, capers, shaved parmesan + lemon evoo dressing
Torte di GranchioUS$14.00
Panko crusted crab cakes, tarter sauce
Bastoncini di MozzarellaUS$13.00
Handmade mozzarella sticks with slow cooked pomodoro sauce
Polpette e CotturaUS$10.00
All beef meatballs with homemade tomato sauce (2 per order)

INSALATA

Tri-Colore SaladUS$15.00
Arugula, endives, radicchio with shaved parmesan and lemon dressing
Burrata CapreseUS$16.00
Vine ripened tomatoes with burrata cheese, basil, Evoo and Balsamic reduction
Caesar SaladUS$14.00
Romaine, homemade croutons with shaved parmesan and anchovy based dressing
Insalata di AsparagiUS$15.00
Asparagus salad with radicchio, shaved parmesan with balsamic reduction

Contorni

Sides

Patate ArrostoUS$8.00
roasted potatoes with rosemary
SpinaciUS$8.00
sautéed spinach
AsparagoUS$9.00
sautéed asparagus
Mediterranean olive mixUS$6.00
Medley of olives

PASTAS

Fettuccine BologneseUS$22.00
Fresh made fettuccine with our homemade bolognese
Spaghetti AmatricianaUS$22.00
Fresh made spaghetti with guanciale,(pork cheek) tomato sauce and pecorino
Spaghetti cacio PepeUS$22.00
Fresh made spaghetti with pecorino Romano, parmesan and black pepper
spaghetti CarbonaraUS$22.00
Fresh made spaghetti with guanciale(pork cheek), pecorino and egg yolk
Rigatoni NormaUS$22.00
Fresh made rigatoni with tomato sauce, eggplant and ricotta salata
Fettuccine with black truffle sauceUS$27.00
Fresh made fettuccine with black truffle sauce and crimini mushrooms
Ravioli di ZuccaUS$20.00
Fresh made Butternut squash ravioli with parmesan, butter and sage sauce
Spaghetti with LobsterUS$34.00
Fresh made spaghetti with lobster tail and pomodoro
Spaghetti with GamberiUS$27.00
Fresh made spaghetti pasta with Tiger shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce

SECONDI

Chicken MarsalaUS$26.00
Served with a cremini mushroom/marsala wine sauce with roasted potatoes + seasonal vegetables
BranzinoUS$27.00
Grilled Mediterranean sea bass filet lemon, evoo, parsley, roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Chicken PiccataUS$26.00
Made with lemon, capers, white wine sauce/ roasted potatoes + seasonal vegetables
Chicken MilaneseUS$27.00
Lightly breaded chicken breast pounded thin with arugula, cannellini, cherry tomato, red onion salad
Filetto di Funghi eTartufoUS$44.00
Filet Mignon with a red wine, mushroom truffle sauce with roasted potatoes + seasonal vegetables

Dolce

Dessert

Homemade Tiramisu US$12.00
Chocolate TorteUS$12.00
Italian CheesecakeUS$12.00

What 135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

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IL NIDO is an enchanting neighborhood gem offering "authentic Italian cuisine" with a cozy ambiance. Patrons rave about the "phenomenal food" and "outstanding service," highlighting dishes like homemade pasta and Carbonara. The attentive staff, including Gianni, elevate the dining experience, making it a perfect spot for both casual nights and special occasions.

135 Reviews

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Marianna
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is wonderful, enjoyed dining here yesterday, one of the best Italian restaurants in town no doubt. Highly recommend, due to great service, wine selection, delicious food and overall ambience. Great value too!
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Judy
Yucatán
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We’ve been there ( Il Nido ) several times now & the place keeps growing on me. Last week I super enjoyed the chicken picatta with zucchini & roasted potatoes. Tender, not dry, like so many other restaurants who tend to overcook chicken. This was just right. I probably should give it 5 stars but I’ll make that decision, or not, next week.
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Sue
VIP
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely neighborhood restaurant. Service was wonderful. Will definitely come back.
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Joel
VIP
Los Angeles
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an absolute neighborhood gem. We travel over 15 miles each time to enjoy Il Nido.
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Paige
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was phenomenal, service was outstanding, vibes were amazing. Il nido always exceeds expectations. It’s truly a gem of a restaurant
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Gustav
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We loved our time here. The ambience is exactly what you want for a night out with family or your partner. The food was incredible. Our host was terrific. Looking forward to coming back.
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Melissa
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Absolutely delicious and well priced. Highly recommend
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linda
VIP
Los Angeles
26 reviews
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve lived in Encino for 40 years and this was our first visit to this “neighborhood gem”. We had high hopes as we loved the ambience and closeness of this place to our home. However, as Encino always seems to always disappoint us (foodies) - it did so again. Everything was fresh and beautifully presented. But everything, from the focaccia served almost immediately after we sat down, to the Caesar, linguini Bolognese, and sea-bass that we shared, was really just mediocre at best. Unfortunately, we will never venture back……
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Susan
VIP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing and service was great, very cozy setting!
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Jody
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the fresh food and the attention to detail. Gianni is amazing… and Robert the waiter is a professional!
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FAQs

IL NIDO offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 290-3156.

IL NIDO is rated 4.7 stars by 135 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

15466 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Additional information

Cross Street
AT 15456 VENTURA BLVD, IN PARKING STRUCTURE JUST LEFT OF RESTAURANT
Area
Sherman Oaks
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sandro Oliverio
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://ilnidola.com/
Phone number
(818) 290-3156
Catering
We offer a custom catering menu for large parties
Private party facilities
Private event space available for up to 60 guests

IL NIDO

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spinaci

Fettuccine Bolognese

spaghetti Carbonara

ANTIPASTI

Arancini di RisoUS$12.00

Carpaccio di ManzoUS$18.00

Torte di GranchioUS$14.00

Bastoncini di MozzarellaUS$13.00

Polpette e CotturaUS$10.00

INSALATA

Tri-Colore SaladUS$15.00

Burrata CapreseUS$16.00

Caesar SaladUS$14.00

Insalata di AsparagiUS$15.00

Contorni

Patate ArrostoUS$8.00

SpinaciUS$8.00

AsparagoUS$9.00

Mediterranean olive mixUS$6.00

PASTAS

Fettuccine BologneseUS$22.00

Spaghetti AmatricianaUS$22.00

Spaghetti cacio PepeUS$22.00

spaghetti CarbonaraUS$22.00

Rigatoni NormaUS$22.00

Fettuccine with black truffle sauceUS$27.00

Ravioli di ZuccaUS$20.00

Spaghetti with LobsterUS$34.00

Spaghetti with GamberiUS$27.00

SECONDI

Chicken MarsalaUS$26.00

BranzinoUS$27.00

Chicken PiccataUS$26.00

Chicken MilaneseUS$27.00

Filetto di Funghi eTartufoUS$44.00

Dolce

Homemade Tiramisu US$12.00

Chocolate TorteUS$12.00

Italian CheesecakeUS$12.00

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