Vito Restaurant

4.9

1592 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Vito Restaurant is celebrating over 44 years of delighting its customers with the best in fine Italian cuisine. As a family-owned-and-operated restaurant located in Santa Monica, California we are dedicated to providing exquisite food and impeccable service to create the perfect dining experience. Step through the front doors and begin your journey to the heart of Italy.

Ernesto has been our Chef for over 32 years. He continues to Wow us and our guests as he cooks every meal with love and unmatched flavor. Our signature dish, Spaghetti Della Casa, is a guest favorite and often called the best pasta dish you've ever tasted.

Vito is proud to offer customers an outdoor dining experience. Santa Monica is one of the most beautiful Cities in the Nation and our weather is usually fantastic. If it's a little cool, we have heaters to keep you comfortable. Come experience it for yourself, nightly starting at 4:30pm.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary European, Steak
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(310) 450-4999
Website
http://www.vitorestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Vito Restaurant would love to host your next catering event. Contact us at (310) 450-4999 for more information.
Private party facilities
Vito Restaurant would be honored to host your private party. Contact us at (310) 450-4999 for more information.

Location
2807 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Area
Santa Monica
Cross Street
28th Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Manhattan
This American Whiskey Cocktail is served the same from Los Angeles to New York.
Negroni
A True Italian Cocktail invented in Florence, Italy in the early part of the 19th Century. Made with Gin.
Old Fashion
One of the earliest well documented Cocktails with roots from as far back as 1806. Made with Whiskey.
Vesper
Invented and Made famous by James Bond in Ian Fleming's 1953 Novel Casino Royale. Made with Vodka and Gin.
Side Car
This Brandy Classic appeared at the end of World War I in both London and Paris.
Sazerac
Arguably America's Oldest Cocktail. Prepared with Rye Bourbon and served in an Old-Fashioned glass.

Vito's Specialty Selections

Premium Vodka and Gin is Used in All of Our Favorite Specialty Selections and Martinis. Enjoy!

Grapefruit Martini
A Refreshing take on the Vodka Martini with the Taste of Grapefruit. A great alternative on hot days and nights.
St. Germain Blanc
A Vito Specialty that blends St. Germain Elderberry Flower Liqueur and Sauvignon Blanc wine. A very special recipe.
Espresso Martini
Specially crafted at Vito's to focus on the espresso while using vodka and Frangellico to give it a kick.
Santa Monica Cosmopolitan
Our take on this classic honors it as a gin cocktail. Gran Marnier adds a unique taste with fresh squeezed lime.
Chocolate Martini
A dessert like concoction that focuses on what you really want in this cocktail- rich chocolate flavor!
Chambord Lemon Drop
A serious vodka martini even for traditionalists. Fresh lemon adds to the flavor while Chambord provides the finish.

What 1,592 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
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Westside
Best Overall
Westside
Best Food
Westside
Best Service
Westside
Best Value
Westside
Romantic
Westside
Good for special occasions
Westside
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Vito Restaurant is a charming, old-school Italian gem offering "excellent food and attentive service" in a cozy ambiance. Known for its "fantastic wine list" and tableside Caesar salad, it consistently delights with its diverse menu, including standout veal dishes and seafood specials. A true neighborhood favorite, Vito never disappoints.

1,592 Reviews

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Wendy
Los Angeles
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic, as always!! This is our go-to restaurant when meeting friends on the West side. Thank you for a nice evening.
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mike
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been to Vetos many times and love the food. I guest of mine from out of town asked us to take him to a place he could have a good dinner, I thought of Vitos. As always the food was great and the service was as well. What I did not expect was after dinner my guest telling me how he had lived in Italy for many years, and the food here tasted just like he remembered.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food , excellent service and nice people . It’s an excellent value
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Carole
Los Angeles
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vito was excellent, as usual. They had a change in ownership a little over one year ago, and Vito has remained the same; a unique, delicious dining experience with friendly, professional staff and incredible food. I had their halibut special, and my husband had the chicken parm, after we both enjoyed our Cesar salad for two as an appetizer. The new owners are friendly also. You cannot go wrong here; incredible food and service at every visit.
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Doug
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service!! I take family and friends there often.
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Lisa
Los Angeles
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time. The food was delicious and as always the service was great. Thank you to all at Vito restaurant.
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Lenore
Los Angeles
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Vito’s is one of our favorite restaurants. The food is always delicious and the service is always great as well. Everyone is always so friendly and eager to please.
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Jim
Los Angeles
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another delicious meal, this time with friends from out of town. Great service from Ray and his support team. Really made to feel welcome by owners Sean and Melissa. Totally recommendable!
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Kevin
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vito's never disappoints! This is a family favorite and we were there to celebrate a birthday. Ceasar salad, lasagna, gnochi and one of the evening's specials - seafood risotto with scallops and shrimp. Everything was excellent including the tiramisu for dessert to celebrate the birthday. Carlos was our waiter and did an excellent job!
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Kathy
Los Angeles
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was good. Service a little slow. Music was so loud I couldn’t hear my dinner companion from across the table. It sort of ruined the dining experience for me.
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FAQs

Vito Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Vito Restaurant also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 450-4999.

Vito Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1592 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2807 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
28th Street
Area
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary European, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.vitorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(310) 450-4999
Catering
Vito Restaurant would love to host your next catering event. Contact us at (310) 450-4999 for more information.
Private party facilities
Vito Restaurant would be honored to host your private party. Contact us at (310) 450-4999 for more information.

Vito Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Chicken Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad (for two)

Caprese

Menu

Vito's Traditional Cocktails

Manhattan

Negroni

Old Fashion

Vesper

Side Car

Sazerac

Vito's Specialty Selections

Grapefruit Martini

St. Germain Blanc

Espresso Martini

Santa Monica Cosmopolitan

Chocolate Martini

Chambord Lemon Drop

What 1,592 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Vito Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Vito Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Vito Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information