Best Outdoor Dining Italian Restaurants in Hollywood
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
A storied Neapolitan pizzeria transplanted into a busy Hollywood courtyard.
Notable Picks
8.4
The Hollywood outpost of Naples’ famed L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele brings long-fermented dough and blistered pies to a courtyard just off Hollywood Boulevard. Twin patios, an open pizza kitchen, and a long list of Italian wines make it feel equal parts neighborhood hang and destination for pizza fans. Expect a lively crowd before shows and on weekend nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Diavola pizza, Cacio e pepe
What Makes it Special: A storied Neapolitan pizzeria transplanted into a busy Hollywood courtyard.
8.3
A family-run Italian kitchen rooted in 1950s Hollywood hospitality, where Chef Sal cooks seasonal plates from his own gardens and Mario Jr. works the dining room like his father taught him — treating every table as a guest in the family home. The bungalow setting on Melrose, with its olive-tree patio and white linen tables, draws couples and celebration groups who want unhurried, multi-course Italian without the stiffness of a formal fine dining room. Expect fine-dining pricing and a wine list that leans premium, but ingredient quality and decades of kitchen consistency back it up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Calamari Fritti, Clams Areganate, Truffle Pizza
What Makes it Special: Family-owned Hollywood landmark since the 1950s, now run by the founder's son Mario Jr., serving seasonal Italian with housemade sauces and multi-course tasting menus
8
A long-running Hollywood standby, Fabiolus Cucina serves a broad menu of pastas, pizzas, and classic secondi in a comfortable setting just off Sunset. It’s a reliable choice for pre-Pantages meals, casual dates, or relaxed family dinners where the focus is on familiar flavors over flash.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bolognese Fettuccine, Penne Vodka, Truffle Pizza
What Makes it Special: A theater-adjacent Italian staple with a deep pasta and pizza menu.