Best Date Night Magic Italian Restaurants in Larchmont
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Antico Nuovo
Handmade pastas and refined wood-fired mains.
Notable Picks
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Antico Nuovo
8.8
Antico Nuovo delivers refined Roman-inspired cuisine in a relaxed, modern setting. With a focus on handmade pastas and wood-fired meats, the kitchen led by Chef Chad Colby is a destination for thoughtful Italian cooking. Locals appreciate its intimate dining room and seasonal menu changes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna al forno, Smoked Gnocco Fritto, Dry-Aged Ribeye Fiorentina
What Makes it Special: Handmade pastas and refined wood-fired mains.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Mamma Loredana's 16-year-old Melrose kitchen turns out handmade Venetian pasta daily using family recipes from Italy's Veneto region — the pappardelle and carbonara are the reliable draws. It pulls double duty as a date-night spot and a family table, though peak weekend nights run loud enough that couples may prefer weekday visits or earlier reservations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pappardelle al Brasato, Bigolotto Nero, Crostino
What Makes it Special: Founded by Mamma Loredana in 2010, every pasta is handmade daily using original family recipes from Italy's Veneto region.
7.8
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Group Dining Gatherings
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Birthday & Celebration Central
A country Italian tavern on Melrose that builds its reputation on house-made pasta — the bucatini carbonara and short rib ravioli draw regulars from well beyond the Larchmont neighborhood. The room runs loud and close-quartered once it fills up, so come ready for energy over intimacy, and lean into the Southern California produce-driven plates that justify the crowd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Short Rib Ravioli, Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
What Makes it Special: A country Italian tavern on Melrose that makes all pasta in-house using Southern California produce, drawing crowds from across LA for plates like the bucatini carbonara.